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William. Skahan Obituary

Of Middleboro, passed away on July 16th at the age of 77 after a lengthy illness. He is survived by his beloved wife Mary Louise (Flynn) of Middleboro and his loving children Mark Skahan and his wife Jeanne of Lincroft NJ, Denise Royer and her husband Lee of Marshfield, Sheila Skahan and her husband Clay Caras of Essex CT, Brian Skahan of Quincy and John Skahan and his wife Ellen of Hopkins MN. He was the loving grandfather of Matthew, Jenna and Bradley Royer, Alison, Amanda and Mellisa Skahan; Joshua and Abaigeal Caras, and Flynn and Bailey Skahan. He also leaves his sisters Ann Mulkern and Winnie Ryan. He was predeceased by two syblings, Charles Skahan and Marie Reid. Additionally he was loved by this extended family, the Scammell's of Gilmanton Iron Works NH. He was born in Dorchester and lived most of his life in Hanover. He proudly served in the US Army. William was the Vice President of Paine's Furniture before his retirement, he was an avid reader, passionate Boston sports fan and devoted family man. A Memorial Mass will be held at 9 AM on Friday, July 18 at St. Mary's Church in Hanover MA. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Sisters of Notre Dame Dulac Retirement Fund, 555 Plantation St., Worcester MA. For directions and guestbook visit www.sullivanfuneralhome.com Sullivan Funeral Homes 781-878-0920 Family Owned Since 1897

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Published by Boston Globe on Jul. 17, 2008.

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Deirdre Malley Milewski

July 26, 2008

Dear Skahan Family,
I just learned of the passing of your dad/husband/grandfather. I am so so sorry for your loss and my prayers and the prayers of my family are with you all. If there hadn't been a Bill - I would not have had the wonderful Royer Family in my life - and I am SO SO grateful for that!! Love you all,

Deirdre

Mike Casey

July 19, 2008

Mr. Skahan,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the U.S. Army during the Cold War. Millions of Americans slept safe at night because you and your fellow servicemen stood ready to defend our Country. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Roberta Rabinovitz

July 18, 2008

Brian

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family


Love

Roberta Rabinovitz

July 18, 2008

We were just informed of Bill’s passing. Our deepest sincere sympathy to Bill’s family, I know he was a great father and grandfather. Our prayers are with you all.

Rick, Sue, Keri & Ricky Reid

Mary DeMaranville

July 17, 2008

Sheila & family,

Bill was such a wonderful man - with strong moral values and an incredibly dry wit. He will be remembered fondly by all those who knew him.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Much love,

Mary & Steve

Brian and Tim

July 17, 2008

Brian, we are sorry to hear about your father. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Donna Murphy

July 17, 2008

I will always have fond memories of a very special man. He always had a sincere smile and joke (usually at my expense) each time I saw him. He will be missed by all who had the honor of knowing him

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