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Muriel Secrist Obituary

Muriel Mickey I. (Gifford) Secrist, age 89 of Medfield, died on Thursday, March 26, 2015. Beloved wife of John L. Secrist. Devoted mother of Claudia Hopewell and husband Richard of Medfield, Barbara Perlongo and her husband Jerome of Baldwin, NY. Proud grandmother of grandchildren and great-grandchildren Jonathan Hopewell and his wife Wendy, their children Tyler and Gavin of North Attleboro, Michael Hopewell of NYC, and Robert Franz of Baldwin NY. A memorial service will be held in the Eaton Funeral Home, 1351 Highland Ave Needham on Saturday, April 18th at 11:00 AM. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visitation will be held on Saturday morning from 10 to 11 prior to the service. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 85 Astor Avenue, Suite 2, Norwood MA 02062. For full obituary, directions or to share a memory of Mickey, please visit www.eatonfuneralhomes.com

Published by The Medfield Press from Apr. 4 to Apr. 11, 2015.
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Hi Mom, Just wanted you to know that I am always thinking of you and that I love you with all my heart. At least this year, Dad is now with you. May you have comfort and peace now that your are both reunited in God's Grace in Heaven. Please continue to watch over me and lend your guiding hand while I walk on God's earth. I will continue to reach upward for help or for a quick hello. I love you Mom. Give Dad a hug for me too.

Barbara Perlongo

Daughter

March 25, 2018

Hiya Gigi,

I miss you so much. But I still carry you around with me. No, really. I carry the laminated card I got at your memorial. You've never left my backpack. And when I wanna remember you, you're there. It's not the same but it makes me smile. I miss our scrabble games and I miss the constant encouragement. But I'm good. Love you today and everyday. ❤

Michael Hopewell

Grandchild

March 26, 2017

Grammy, I miss you, but I feel you with me each and every day. Whenever I find myself unsure of what to do, I feel your presence, guidance and love. Thank you for all of the wonderful memories and support growing up. Love always.

Mom, if you're reading this, hang in there. I love you and see so much of your mother still living in you.

Robert Franz

Grandchild

March 26, 2017

Mom, I miss you so very much. My heart aches because I cannot put my arms around you. I know you are always watching over me and guiding me. Most importantly, you are forever strong in my heart! I will forever continue to look and ask for help and to let you know how much I miss you and love you. Nothing and no one can ever fill this void. Forever strong in my heart and in my life.

I love you, Mom.

Barbara Perlongo

Daughter

March 25, 2017

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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Eaton Funeral Home

1351 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492

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18

Memorial service

11:00 a.m.

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1351 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492

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