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Francis Duggan Obituary

Age 77, of Roslindale, formerly of South Boston, September 24, 2007. Beloved husband and best pal of Frances (Fitzgerald) Duggan. Son of the late Peter and Delia (Grealish) Duggan. Loving father of Francis P. Jr. and his wife Claire of Hyde Park, Timothy of Roslindale, Joseph and his wife Marie of Roslindale, John and his wife Erin of Duxbury, Michael and his wife Caroline of Roslindale, Edward and his wife Donna of Norwood, Patrick and his wife Robin of Hyde Park, Mary Kate and her husband Timothy Rose, Delia and her husband Richard DeVito, Eileen and her husband Mario Fabiano and Ellen and her husband Joshua Levine all of West Roxbury. Blessed by God with 29 happy and healthy grandchildren who adored their Papa. Loving brother of Beatrice Gannon of Quincy and the late Peter, Arthur, Edward, James and Timothy Duggan, Mary Mackey, Claire Konikowski, and Loretta Cavalieri. Funeral from The Robert J. Lawler & Crosby Funeral Home, 1803 Centre St., WEST ROXBURY on Friday, September 28, at 9:00 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in The Holy Name Church at 10:00 AM. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours Wednesday 1-4 PM & 7-9 PM, and Thursday 3-8 PM. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. Korean War Army Veteran, Boston College Class of 1952, Member of the Varsity Club, Member of the B.C. Hall of Fame, Member of The Thomas J. Fitzgerald Post #561. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Children's Hospital of Boston c/o Autism Language Program, 9 Hope Ave., Waltham, MA 02453 or to Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund. (JDRF.org) www.lawlerfuneralhome.com Lawler & Crosby Funeral Home 617-323-5600

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 25 to Sep. 27, 2007.

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Ellen Tognarelli-Flahive

November 9, 2007

Dear Eileen, I learned of your dads death through Marykate at my moms wake. How deeply sorry I am for your loss. Death is never easy, but I hope time and distance will be good healers. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care and God Bless Ellen Tognarelli-Flahive

Bradley Marchant

October 17, 2007

Delia and Eileen,

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. He was the same age as my father was just 10 years ago when he passed away. Much too young! May the Lord bless you in your grief.

I hope all else is well with you. Neil Morris was kind enough to notify me of your loss.

You might be interested to know that we now have a one year old grand child named Delia.

Best wishes, Brad and Kathy Marchant

Sandra & Neil Morris

October 16, 2007

The Duggan Family:

Sandra and I want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers in this most difficult time as you grieve the loss of your father and husband. May the many pleasant memories the Duggan family experienced together over the years bring you comfort.

I had the honor of speaking with Mr. Duggan on the phone several times in the past and we became good "phone" friends even though we never met.

Paul Romary

October 3, 2007

Fran,
I learned today that your best pal on earth, of whom you always spoke so lovingly every waking minute, has sailed on. If I could extend to you all of the comfort you've given me since Philip passed, I'd be giving you solace, understanding and the love of a friend. I take comfort knowing that the presence of your children and grandchildren can ease some of the hurt and that your Faith will guide you in the days ahead. Don't pull a Mother Theresa and question it now. I only wish I'd known last week so I could have honored Franna's memory and shared my tears and smiles with you. You are a most wonderful soul and I'm honored to know you and through you, the Franna who owned your heart.

Peter Godino

October 1, 2007

Eileen,
My condolences to you and your beautiful family. The Duggan clan is one of those classic Irish American success stories and has been a big part of the local community for such a long time. We will miss your Dad and his great achievements. More importantly, his legacy will live on with the next generation of Duggan's.

Gaylen O'Leary Mulderry

October 1, 2007

Eileen,

I am so saddened to hear of your family's loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the wonderful Duggan Clan.

Gaylen and Dan Mulderry

Justine (O'Leary) Neugebauer

September 30, 2007

Dear Eileen,

Wanted to let you know we're thinking of you and your family and saddened to hear of your loss,

Justine and Frank Neugebauer

Julia & Brendan Walsh

September 28, 2007

Michael & Caroline,

We are so sorry for your family's loss. I know your dad meant so much to so many. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Tricia (Kelly) Keegan

September 28, 2007

The Duggan family has been blessed with such a tremendous loving leader. He will be sorely missed, but his legacy lives on in each of you. God Bless, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

robert stovall

September 27, 2007

I did not know Mr. Duggan, But I am a client of his son Joseph. If we are to to be judged a sucess because of our children and grandchildren; then his life was a supreme sucess.

Bob Buckley, (C & 7th)

September 27, 2007

Fran, our deepest condolences to you and your family. Both of you are among the nicest people to ever have entered my life. He was my best Coach and a terrific leader in my formative years.
He'll be greatly missed. You're in our prayers.

Eric Sassone

September 27, 2007

Ellen and Josh,
Very sorry for your loss, your Dad is in our thoughts and prayers.

Rick and John Wagner-Keyes

September 27, 2007

Mrs. Duggan (and family) -
We are so sad to hear of your loss and offer our thoughts and prayers for you and your family. We've always appreciated witnessing the love for family displayed by you and know that your wonderful husband shared that devotion. Our sympathies are with you at this difficult time.

Kelley (Finneran) and Terry McNeil

September 27, 2007

To the Duggan family,

We are so sorry for the loss of your dad. We know how loved he was by all and our prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Doug and Mary Hines

September 26, 2007

We are sorry for your family's loss
Condolences from the whole Hines family

Anne & Duke Jelley

September 26, 2007

Dear Delia
Our condolences to you, your Mom and brothers and sisters. Nikisch and Brahms Streets will never be the same. Will be there for you through Kathleen.

Joanne Hamer

September 26, 2007

Marykate and Tim,
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. I know you loved him so much. Just know I am thinking of you

Hines Family

September 26, 2007

From all the Hines family, we pass along our deepest condolences to the Duggans on their loss. Mr. Duggan will certainly never be forgotten in these parts. You're all in our thoughts.

Steve King

September 26, 2007

To all of the Duggan's, please accept my deepest sympathies on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

Kim Morse

September 26, 2007

Michael & Caroline,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. Take Care

Jane & Rachel Brevich

September 26, 2007

To Aunt Frankie and all my cousins,
A beautiful smile, a gentle spirit, and a warm greeting, "how you doin pal/sweetheart?" These are the memories I will cherish.

Marie Nelson

September 26, 2007

Mary Kate and Family,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your
Dad. You and Your Family will be
in my thoughts and prayers.

Daniel Prezioso

September 26, 2007

Eileen and Mario,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dan and Cindy Prezioso

Richard Moran

September 26, 2007

Dear Ellen aand Josh: I was so sorry to hear about your father's sudden death. It makes us all realize how precious family and life or family life is to our happiness.

My thoughts are with you and your family.

Carol Sheehan

September 26, 2007

To Mary Kate and family,

Although I never met your dad, I'm sure he must have been a great guy and I know this because of his grandchildren and his daughter who is absolutely the most wonderful person I know. I'm sure the rest of your brother's and sisters all must be just as nice as you.

Jack O'Callahan

September 26, 2007

To all the Duggans, my sincere condolences. I'll remember Mr. Duggan in my thoughts and prayers.

Denise Evers

September 26, 2007

The morning is bright as I sit here and type but my eyes are full of water as I realize the loss. My heart is with you all, Uncle Franna was a sweet man and will live on through all of you. May he rest in peace.
Love,
Denise (Cavaleri) Evers

September 25, 2007

Mike Casey

September 25, 2007

Mr. Duggan,
Sir, I didn't know you, but I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the U.S. Army in The Korean War. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Annemarie McGowan

September 25, 2007

Dear Fran and family,
Sorry to hear of your loss, he was a nice man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Annemarie, Adrienne and Michael

Martha Devaney

September 25, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Emilie Duggan

September 25, 2007

This is a tremendous loss for our family. Uncle Franna has always, and will always, hold a special place in my heart for everything he did for me, Neva and Mom.

My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.

Megan, Tim & Timothy Forti

September 25, 2007

Aunt Frankee and all the Duggans - All our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. We share many happy memories of Franna and know he still watches over you all.
Love, Megan, Tim and Timothy Forti

Sue & Dan McMorrow

September 25, 2007

Your Dad/Husband had to have been a great man to raise such a wonderful bunch of kids. We are so sorry for your loss.

John E Sullivan

September 25, 2007

Frannie,
We go way back to the corner of F & 6th St. during the 30's, 40's and 50's. The Boys Club and its memories. I feel very sad today. But your memory will go on and on.
Goodbye old friend.

(John)"Jake" Sullivan

Francis DeRosa

September 25, 2007

Dear Michael & Caroline,
We are saddened by the loss of
your father. You & your family will be in our prayers.
Franny & Mary DeRosa

Thank you Mr. Duggan for being you.

September 25, 2007

Robert P. Malovich

September 25, 2007

Sorry for your loss Frank.

Corinne Duggan

September 25, 2007

"How are you sweet girl?" I'll miss hearing that Papa...

Eileen Griffin

September 25, 2007

God Bless You Uncle Frankie
I hope there is a Duggan Sibling Reunion of mammoth size in HEAVEN! Now you can all watch over Auntie Bea
With Love, your niece
Eileen Griffin (Cavaleri)

Jack Doyle

September 25, 2007

Smooth Sailing Mr Duggan......Your Family is your tribute and I am better for having known you.God Bless.....Jack Doyle

Krissy Flaherty

September 25, 2007

Michael & Family

I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Please know that your entire family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

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