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Joan Callahan Obituary

CALLAHAN, Joan G. (Carter) Of Malden, Dec. 8th. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence G. Callahan. Devoted mother of the John J. P. Callahan of NH, Colin X.J. Callahan and wife Catherine of TN, Shavaun M.T. Callahan of Malden, and the late Michael C. Callahan. Cherished sister of Spencer George and wife Sandra. Devoted grandmother of Alexandra, Riley, Gabriel, and Eric. Also survived by many nieces & nephews. Funeral from the Weir-MacCuish Golden Rule Funeral Home, 144 Salem St. MALDEN, on Friday, Dec 12, at 9 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph's Church, 770 Salem St., Malden, at 10AM. Interment to follow in Mt. Feake Cemetery, Waltham. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Thurs, Dec 11th, from 4 - 8 PM. Contributions in Joan's memory may be made to: Bread of Life, 511 Main St., Malden MA 02148 For obituary and directions, www.weirfuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe on Dec. 10, 2008.

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Timothy Morrissey

February 8, 2009

John, Shavaun, and Colin. You have my deepest sympathies on the loss of your mother, and a very kind person, who was very nice to me over the years. I just found out about her passing today, and I am very sorry for not being able to attend the wake, or funeral. Again, you have my sincere condolences.

chrissy parsons

December 12, 2008

my thoughts and prayers are with you all in this great time of sorrow your mom was a second mom to me and you can be sure that I will always remember what she has done for this community,and for my family she was always there for us when we needed her, she will be forever missed and forever in my heart. love always chrissy

JOAN murray

December 11, 2008

So sorry for your loss, Your Mom was such a sprited person. Take Care
The Murrays

Tom Cosgrove

December 10, 2008

Joan was a dear friend who called often and for decades about Vietnam War Memorial Park and High Rock development. She supported me as the Ward 6 City councillor in 1970. Joan was a wonderful social activist in the best sense.

Her family can be proud of a life well spent. We will all miss her.

Kim Rees

December 10, 2008

Shavaun, Eric & family, you are in my thoughts, I know this has not been an easy road for you lately, and I know she will be missed dearly. She will always be in your hearts.
Kim, Jocelyn & (for Angel) Jake

Pam DeGroot

December 10, 2008

I am sorry for your loss. I worked with your dad many years ago

Fred Lewis

December 10, 2008

To the entire Callahan family:

I am sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I have fond memories of Joan from our work together in the Highlands Association. She was devoted to the community. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

Sincerely,
Fred Lewis

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