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Marilyn MacLeod Obituary

Aged 63 years of Lakeville, died October 13, 2007. Wife of Donald MacLeod, they had been married for 42 years. Born in Dedham, on January 27, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Mabel (Briggs) Petherick. She will be warmheartedly remembered as a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, friend, and was devoted to her church. Survivors include her husband, one son; D. Robert and his wife Heather MacLeod of Warwick, RI, one daughter; Heather Mae MacLeod of South Portland ME, one brother; Paul E. Petherick of Norwood MA, two grandchildren; Andrew and Jacob MacLeod of Warwick, RI. Funeral services will be held on Sat. October 20th at 11 am in the Ashley Funeral Home, 35 Oak St. MIDDLEBORO. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours will be on Sat. from 10-11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations to the: American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. For more information, visit www.eggerandashleyfh.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 17 to Oct. 18, 2007.

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Katie Hammond (Doyle)

October 24, 2007

To the MacLeod Family,
I am sorry I am late in sending my prayers. I only just heard. I have many fond memories from growing up a few houses down. I hope you all get through this as best you can, know that you are in my thoughts.

Julie Perillo (Gorman)

October 19, 2007

Mr. MacLeod, Rob and Heather,
I am so sorry for your loss. I loved Marilyn, and I've always fondly remembered our years riding the train into Boston together. She was a wonderful, warm, amazing woman, and her loss will be felt forever.

Samantha Carroll (Robinson)

October 19, 2007

Heather,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I have fond memories of her cheering us on from the sidelines of all our soccer games when we were younger. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Mary Prada

October 18, 2007

Dear Rob & Heather, I can't begin to tell you how much I admire the way you two took care of Marilyn, and allowed her to stay in her own home. She was a delightful woman, and it was an honor to care for her. Your love and dedication is inspiring to me. My heartfelt condolences to you all. Love, Mary Prada,RN, CHPN

Tony Chella

October 18, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Kelly & Phil Doucette

October 18, 2007

Heather -
Our heartfelt sympathies are with you and your family at this difficult time. Please just remember all the good times you had with your mother. Stay strong!

FERNANDO FAGUNDES

October 18, 2007

Dear Rob and family,
no bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Margie Foley

October 18, 2007

Rob
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Margie Foley

Daniel, Glenda & Caprice Perkins

October 18, 2007

Rob & Family,
We extend our deepest sympathy in the passing of your beloved mother. We never understand why things such as this happen to someone so young. We do know she has moved on to better things.
We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers as you walk through this difficult time.

Nanny holding on tight to Drew....

October 17, 2007

Nanny & her 2 grandsons Drew and Jake...

October 17, 2007

Nanny loved watching her fearless Drew play soccer...

October 17, 2007

Nanny would do anything for Drew even if it meant getting in the sand box...

October 17, 2007

They both loved spending time with each other...

October 17, 2007

Hold on tight Nanny...

October 17, 2007

Nanny loved holding Drew...

October 17, 2007

The two most important women in my life...

October 17, 2007

Elizabeth Katchpole

October 17, 2007

Dear Don
Our sincerest condolences. We remember Marilyn so well as such a great,friendly, and wonderful person.

Joe & Betty Katchpole

Betty Briggs-Baker

October 17, 2007

Marilyn, I will always remember our happy times together. You will be sorely missed. Heather& Rob, my heart goes out to you. You are in my prayers. Love, Betty Briggs (Baker)

October 17, 2007

Marilyn, I will miss your big hugs and kisses. I will always remember a few weeks ago just us girls (You,Elaine and Me) watching the patriots game together. You will be missed dearly. Love, Alyson

Amy McPherson

October 17, 2007

We want to express our sincere sympathy to Rob and Heather J. and the whole family. Our prayers are with you all.
Love, Amy and Mark

Linda Fuller

October 17, 2007

Dear Elaine and Paul,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I never knew Marilyn, but feel as though I did because of the loving way in which you both spoke about her. I'm sure her absence will be a huge void in your lives. I pray and believe that God will carry you through, is carrying you through this dark time, and that your wonderful remembrances of her growing up, of her with her children and with her grandchildren will be the memories that last for you. I am so sorry.

Lynne White

October 17, 2007

Heather and family,
Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you always.You are one strong person. Remember that your friends love you and are always here when you need us.
Love your friend,
Lynne

Pat De Lappe-Yee

October 17, 2007

Dear Marilyn,
Thank you for your warmth, love and friendship! I shall always remember our walks in the morning to MGH from Back Bay---Much love and prayers to you until we meet again.

Carolyn Mullane

October 16, 2007

Marilyn, I will miss you so much. We had so many good times together and so many memories for me to hold onto until I meet up with you once again. I love you my sister and will always treasure our times together.

Love, Carolyn

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