Elizabeth A. "Betty" (Wright) White of Bourne, formerly of Dorchester, died Feb. 23, 2014. She was the beloved wife of over 51 years to the late Woodrow White. She was a retired secretary of Burke Distribution Company of Randolph. She was the loving mother of Dick White (Sergeant, retired Mass. State Police) and his wife Jean of Bourne, Paul White (Detective Lieutenant, retired Mass. State Police) and his wife Angela of Sandwich, Rev. David White, Chaplain of the Little Sisters of the Poor in Somerville and the late Gerard White; sister of the late William Wright of Milton and Dorchester; cherished grandmother of Kim Colella and her husband Mike of Bourne, Tim White and his fiance Rebecca Amoruso of Bourne and Thomas White of Sandwich; proud great-grandmother of Carly Colella of Bourne. Also survived by a large and beloved extended family and many friends. Visiting hours at Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home, 40 MacArthur Blvd. (Rte. 28 South), in Bourne, Thursday, Feb. 27, 2014, from 4-8 p.m. Funeral Mass Friday, Feb. 28, at St. Margaret Church located at 141 Main St., Bourne, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Little Sisters of the Poor, 186 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA 02143, or Friends of Fatima, EC Week at Camp Fatima, P.O. Box 206, Gilmanton Iron Works, NH 03837. For directions or for additional information, please visit Nickerson-BourneFuneralHome.com.
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Dear Fr. Dave, Dick and Paul, sorry to hear of your recent loss. You have both my smpathy and prayers.
Rocket McCarthy
Robert McCarthy
March 6, 2014
Very sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. We were away at the time. We have sent a contribution in her memory to the Little Sisters and Friends of Fatima. May you find comfort and consolation in your family and friends
Bill Gorman and family
March 4, 2014
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Ken @ Linda Clarke
March 4, 2014
Dear Dick, I am sorry for the loss of your mother. I only found out because I happened to call Brian Kearney on his way home from the Cape. Please accept our condolences and we will keep your family in our prayers.
Eddie Doherty
March 3, 2014
Fr. David, We were so sorry to hear of your mothers death. She was a very lovely woman. I'll always remember her kindness toward my own mother during her illness so many years ago. Please be assured of our prayers and warm thoughts at this difficult time. Many blessings! Nancy & Tom Gallagher
March 1, 2014
So sorry to hear of Aunt Betty's passing. I remember her as being very sweet and kind. God bless you all.
Erin Horrigan Lapsley
February 28, 2014
Sad to hear that Aunt Betty passed away, she was so sweet and loving.
Karen Horrigan-pecararo
February 28, 2014
To the White Family, I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Betty's passing. She was such a sweet woman and I remember visiting her as a child with Nana & Grampa White (Fred & Helen). My thoughts and prayers to you and your loved ones.
Shannon Horrigan Dever
February 28, 2014
Dick,Paul and Family so sorry for your loss...
Al JOSEPH
February 28, 2014
I was so sorry to hear about Aunt Betty's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you Richard,David & Paul.
Doreen White- Connell
February 28, 2014
It is with much sadness that we learn of the passing of our dear Aunt Betty. The Horrigan Family send sincere condolences to Richard, Father David and Paul White. Information came to us today Friday, February 28.
Dianne Horrigan
February 28, 2014
Paul:
The Members of the New England Chapter of the FBI National Academy Associates join in extending Heartfelt Sympathy to you and your entire family at this Time of Sorrow.
Harold F. Murphy, Jr.
Harold Murphy
February 28, 2014
Father David, we are thinking and praying for you and your family during this time.
Peace and love from the Collins Family, Westford
February 27, 2014
Paul and Family - So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim & Lisa Muscato
February 27, 2014
Thinking of you, Fr. Dave. Sending prayers.
Kate and Frank Morency
February 27, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Betty's passing. She was a wonderful women who always had a smile on her face, Such great memories of spending time with her while my mother worked. She took us to the beach, to Bozo the clown & rex Trailer, She will not be forgotten!! Love to you all!!
Mary & John Pesente
February 27, 2014
Fr Dave, So sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. She is at peace now, in the hands of our loving God. Beautiful memories outlast the pain of grief. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.God bless.
Love, Nurse Sully and Richard.
Ro & Richard Sullivan
February 27, 2014
Sorry to hear about your mom should be there fri am
Rob Ciampa
February 26, 2014
Dick,
Sorry to hear of the death of your mother - you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Clem Walsh
Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Homes
February 26, 2014
Fr White, please accept our deepest condolences
Carol and Gary Marcinkowski
February 26, 2014
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your Mother. You and your family are in our prayers during
this sad time.
Paul Lambalot
February 26, 2014
Dick,David and Paul,
My deepest sympathy at the loss of your mother. May she rest in eternal peace.
Martha Catalano
February 25, 2014
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
The Staff of Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home
February 25, 2014
We will always remember Betty as a gentle soul who was a special part of the CCSR family. Our thoughts and prayers go out The White family.
Cathie Cox
February 24, 2014
your mom was a gracious ,kind loving lady who added so much to so many all the church card craft ladies will miss her smiling face hugs and prayers to you all.
deirdre robinson& friends
February 24, 2014
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