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Jeanette Canavan Obituary

Nov. 12, 2007, at the age of 88, in the Wingate at Silver Lake of Randolph, formerly of Norwood. Beloved wife of the late George Canavan. Loving mother of Patricia Leverone and George Canavan Jr. both of Plymouth, Paul Canavan of Kingston and Susan Marrano of Framingham. Sister of the late Marie Sampfl and Arlene Chapman. She was the daughter of the late Pasquale and Rose Geroso. Also survived by 9 grandchildren and 1 great grandchildren. Reposing at the Cartwright Funeral Home, 419 No. Main St. (Rte. 28), RANDOLPH, until 9:15 AM Thursday followed by a Funeral Mass at 10 AM in St. Mary Church, Randolph. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Visiting hours Wed. from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. Burial will take place in Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. Mrs. Canavan was a retired manager for South Shore Bank and had worked in the Braintree, Randolph and Avon Branches. She was born in Norwood where she grew up and was educated. She also enjoyed traveling. Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made to Homes for our Troops, 37 Main Street, Taunton, MA 02780. For additional information and directions visit our web site at www.cartwrightfuneral.com

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Published by Boston Globe on Nov. 13, 2007.

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Cheryl Francis

November 15, 2007

May happy memories inspire you as the days go by

Jackie & Bill Monahan

November 13, 2007

Jackie & Bill Monahan are so sorry for the loss of your mother,we will keep her and all of you in our prayers.

Mark Burns

November 13, 2007

Mrs. Canavan,
You will always be remembered as our second mother.. Always caring and greeting us (Bobby,John, Mark and Steve)with your smile. All our love.

Cherie Green

November 13, 2007

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Patty Canavan

November 13, 2007

The world will not be the same without a delightful, courageous woman that loved and laughed until the last possible moment. I thank you for doing such a wonderful job raising a loving family. Your memory will live on through your children and grandchildren. Now you may toast those who have been waiting for you to join them in heaven with a hearty “hee-haw”!

All my love,

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