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Margaret Woodward Obituary

WOODWARD, Margaret A. (O'Brien) Age 61 of Hanover formerly of Weymouth passed away at home Dec. 9, 2008 surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of William C. Woodward. Loving mother of Jay Woodward of Providence & Janet & her husband Glenn Cabbage of Randolph. Adoring Grandmother of Benjamin Cabbage. Daughter of Richard A. Robbins of Cha-tham. Devoted sister Mary P. O'Brien of Hingham, James J. & his wife Cynthia O'Brien of Medway, John M. & his wife Maureen O'Brien of Braintree, Kathleen O'Brien & her husband Richard Thompson of CA, Claire & her husband Thomas Mabbett of Yarmouth, Daniel O'Brien of Norton & Barbara & her husband Stephen Brooks of Brockton. Sister-in-law of the late J. Michael Driscoll. Also survived by many nieces & nephews. Margaret was employed by Weymouth Housing Authority for many years. She enjoyed spending time with her family & friends as well as travel, especially cruises. She always enjoyed family 4th of July celebrations in Chatham. Funeral from the EAST WEYMOUTH McDonald Funeral Home, corner of Charles & Middle Sts., Sat. at 9:00 A.M. followed by a Funeral Mass in the Immaculate Conception Church E. Weymouth at 10:00 o'clock. Relatives & friends invited. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 P.M. Donations in Margaret's memory may made to National Pancreas Foundation 34 Boylston St., 4th Floor, Boston MA 02116. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery, Weymouth. McDonald-funeralhomes.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 11 to Dec. 12, 2008.

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Brian Harkins

December 19, 2008

Jay and Janet, Stacey told me about your mom. Very sorry to hear. Hope all is well with you.

Jan ward-kelley

December 16, 2008

Janet and Jay I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jan

Rita & Michael Bundas

December 12, 2008

Dear Bill and Family,

We were so very sorry to hear of Margaret's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Stacey Harkins

December 12, 2008

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Ann McCarthy

December 12, 2008

Mary,
So sorry to hear of Margaret's passing. Hold on to all the good memories. It will help.

Ann McCarthy

December 11, 2008

Woody, We are so sorry to hear of Margaret's passing. Our thought and prayers are with you and your family.
Your old friends,
David n' Nancy Lundy
Venice, Florida

Donna Creighton-Spillane

December 11, 2008

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

PAUL WILKINS

December 11, 2008

DEAR UNCLE BILL,JAY ,AND JAN,
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
I AM SO GLAD THAT I HAD A CHANCE TO SEE HER LAST MONTH.
SHE WAS SO PROUD TO BE A GRANDMA. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
PAUL,EILEEN, DAN, AND KATE

Lisa Sandonato

December 11, 2008

Janet -- So sorry for the loss of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. Love, Lisa

Gregg Miller

December 11, 2008

My thoughts and prayers to your entire family.
Jay: If there is anything that I, or your friends in the soccer community can do, please don't hesitate to call.

John Shea

December 11, 2008

Bill I'm so sorry that my prayers over the last few months didn't bring about a miracle, but perhaps they eased her and your suffering. My heart aches over your loss.

Janis McGonagle

December 11, 2008

Mary,
So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts are with you.
Love
Janis

Michael Trudeau

December 11, 2008

To the Woodward family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this very difficult time.
Jay, I'm very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. If there's anything I can do for your team during this time please don't hesitate to ask.

Timothy Oneto

December 11, 2008

Dear Mary and family: I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that I am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Tim Oneto (friend/co-worker of Mary O'Brien)

Sheryl Reilly

December 11, 2008

Dearest Mary - my thoughts are with you.

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