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William Niland Obituary
William R. "Mike" Niland, age 90, of Salem died Thursday evening in the Grosvenor Park Nursing Home following a brief illness.
A lifelong resident of Salem, he was born in Salem the son of the late Michael and Ellen A. (Connors) Niland and was raised and educated in Salem Schools. Once Mr. Niland completed his education, he was employed by the National Youth Association completing community improvement projects for the City of Salem until joining the United States Army during World War II.
During his tours of duty Mr. Niland was stationed in the Pacific Theater of Operation primarily in Hawaii and Japan. Following his discharge he was employed by the United States Postal Service in Salem for several years until retiring in 1984. He was well remembered for his kind words and warm smile to all.
Once Mr. Niland retired, he was able to pursue his true passion of golf. A fanatic about his game, he had been a member of the AOH, Division 18 of Salem and its, Golf League. Later, when he lived "downtown" he joined the the Christopher Columbus Society in Salem and played in its' Golf League for several years. At one time he was also an avid bowler.
Mr. Niland is survived by three nieces Ellen Bigney and Dr Susan D. Sampson of Salem and Violet O'Brien of Wayne, Michigan ; five nephews Dr. Robert A. Page of Danvers, W. Brian Page of San Diego, CA and Thomas R. Niland of, San Diego, CA, Gerald Myers of Danvers and Toby O'Brien of Wayne, Michigan.
His funeral will be held on Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at 10:15AM from the Murphy Funeral Home, 85 Federal St., (cor of North ST) Salem to be followed by a funeral Mass at 11:00 AM in St. James Church, 161 Federal ST., Salem. Visiting hours are on Monday from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the funeral home. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Salem. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to North Shore Elder Services, 152 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923-3568.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Niland
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Mary Savoy
November 16, 2011
Babygirl there is not a moment that goes by that mommy and daddy aren't thinking about you. We miss and love you dearly. If there was anything we could have done to let you have your life we would hve. I'm sorry you had to fight as long as you did, and now you are resting. You are in good hands and me and mommy will met you again soon.
We love you Baileigh Nicole witty R.I.P babygirl
Jessica Chenevert
November 16, 2011
To my lovely niece baileigh witty we all love and miss you.we will meet again in heaven one day. As you are loved and missed by everyone you are in the safest place possible.love you
Marsha Cyr-Conway
October 11, 2011
Ellen, I cannot tell you how sorry I am to hear of Mike's passing. He was a wonderful friend and a true delight to be around. We had many a laugh and good time together...he was my best audience...I will miss him dearly. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and Susan.
Julie Bona-Vetro
October 11, 2011
R.I.P Mikey.. You will be greatly missed by all that knew you. I will miss your smiling face. My deepest sympathy's to your family
October 9, 2011
Uncle Bill,
You will be greatly missed. I hope you get to deliver mail to my mother. You would get along great with her. I love you Uncle Bill; you are one of the nicest people I know. Love your adopted niece, Susan Nicolosi. I only wish we knew each other better. I'm sure you are tired of everything that you have endured.
Love Susan
JIm Zisson
October 8, 2011
Mike was our mailman in the 1960s and 1970s. He knew all the parents and kids in the neighborhood. As kids, we were fascinted that he was known as Bill and Mike. Years later, I saw him in Salem and was amazed that he connected the face of a kid in the neighborhood to a now grown adult....and he remebered all the details of many years ago.
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