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MICHAEL BOLAND Obituary

BOLAND, Michael T. Of Needham, formerly of Rochester, New York, on November 28, 2017. Beloved husband of Kathleen. Loving father of Jennifer (Deborah) Boland-Robertson of Walpole and Sharon (Keith) Bayer of Needham. Adored grandfather of Ciara, Michael, Eleanor and Kathleen. Predeceased by his sisters Patricia Laws and Joan Aman and his brothers Bernard Boland and Gerald Boland. Survived by his sister Mary Ellen O'Connor and brothers David (Julie) Boland and Timothy (Susan) Boland of Rochester, New York. He had a Master's degree in Education from the University of Rochester and worked as a development officer there. Subsequently, worked as Associate Dean for External Relations at the Harvard Business School. He was active in fundraising for many community organizations and was an avid Red Sox fan. Visiting hours at the George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 1305 Highland Ave., NEEDHAM on Wednesday Dec. 6 from 4-8pm. Funeral Mass in St. Joseph Chuch, Needham on Thursday at 10am. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Interment in Needham Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Parkinson Disease Association, Parkinson Plaza, 135 Parkinson Avenue in Staten Island, NY 10305. For directions and online guestbook, gfdoherty.com. George F. Doherty & Sons Needham 781 444 0687

Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 29 to Dec. 4, 2017.
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I met Mike in Boston in 1997 through a common friend from Rochester, NY. Mike took us out to a nice introductory lunch not too far from his office. Back then I was a refugee from Bosnia trying to rebuild my life in the States. He asked me many questions, including who had to shovel snow back home, my brother or I. Thank you for that, Mike. A couple of times in the conversation with Gary and me he would come back with no kidding', which I thought was super cool. I still do, and whenever I hear it, I remember Mike.
Even 20 years after meeting Mike, I remember his grace, candor and kindness. You will be in my thoughts and prayers Mike. My deepest condolences to your family, friends, neighbors and all of you who knew Mike.

Mehmed Mahmutovic

December 13, 2017

God Bless You Mike, wonderful neighbor and friend. We will never forget the wonderful conversations with you and Kathy over the years, - your company is greatly missed and you will be remembered here fondly always. Our deepest condolences to Kathy, Jenny, Sharon and families. Love, Karen, Michael, Katherine, Emily and Joe O'Malley.

Karen O'Malley

December 6, 2017

Aunt Kathy,
So sorry about Uncle Mike. May he rest in peace. You and the family are in my prayers.
Love,
Margo McDonald

December 4, 2017

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)

December 4, 2017

Aunt Kathleen,

I am sorry to hear of Uncle Mikes death. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. From what I remember when I was little was that Mike was always laughing.. and his laugh to me was loud.

Love,
Meghan

Meghan McDonald

December 3, 2017

Sending my sincere condolences to the family. May the God of comfort give you strength and peace during this difficult time. -Psalm 29:11

December 3, 2017

Just a great person was Michael. My cousin and God Child , he gave me great pleasure in bragging rights for his accomplishments. My prayers go out to all the Bolands.

Tom Gilmore

December 3, 2017

Mike was my best friend in college and for a long time thereafter. We were teammates on the University of Rochester football team (where Mike excelled) and lived in the same fraternity. Mike was in my wedding and Godfather to my son Jerry. He and his lovely wife Kathy and my wife socialized quite a bit. Mikes nickname was Muggins, a name that fit him pertfectly. There was no more affable a person then Muggins. He was fun to be around. He made you a better person just being around him and observing how he treated people. A word he used often was goodness. Muggins was goodness personified. Everyone who knew Mike was touched by him. Mike had many friends and was adored by them. Even though he moved to Mass many years ago his name and antidotes about him were often discussed at gatherings in Rochester and everywhere friends of Muggins gathered. I love you Mike. Thanks for everything. You will never be forgotten.

Jerry Manioci

Friend

December 3, 2017

By total coincidence, ran into Mike some years ago while visiting our son and family in Needham. I believe it was at the hardware store. It was a brief but very enjoyable occasion to catch up.

Larry Winter
AQ Classmate

December 2, 2017

My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr Boland.sorry to hear of the great loss,

December 2, 2017

I owed more to Mike than he ever knew.

Jeffrey Cruikshank, former colleague

December 1, 2017

I always describe Mike as "my first and favorite mentor." I had the privilege of working with him at HBS for most of my 11 years there, and he taught me important life lessons that I carry with me today. For example, he taught me to give credit where credit is due, and to make sure your team members know you've got faith in them, especially when they aren't quite sure. He taught me the value of identifying colleagues with strengths in areas you need - AND making sure they know how grateful you are for what they bring.

Mike also taught me the importance of offering a warm smile and big handshake, even if you can't quite place someone. Of course, he swore he always remembered everyone's name....

My heart goes out to the Boland clan. Mike loved Kathy and was so proud of their girls. I'll always be grateful for the way he helped me shape my career and the lessons he taught through leading by example.

Sarah Panetta

December 1, 2017

Rest in peace Uncle Mike.

Daniel Boland

December 1, 2017

My deepest sympathy to the family

Patrick Boland

November 29, 2017

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4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Needham

1305 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492

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10:00 a.m.

St. Joseph Chuch

Needham, MA

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1305 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492

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