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RICHARD MCGLYNN Obituary

McGLYNN, Richard A. Retired Detective Sergeant, Medford PD Of Medford, August 5, 2018. Beloved husband of Elizabeth A. "Betty" (DeWolfe) McGlynn. Devoted father of Sheila Quinn of Medford, Stephen McGlynn and his wife Michele of Medford, Nancy Memmolo and her late husband Edward Jr. of Malden, Caroline McGlynn of Melrose, Susan Callahan and her husband Shawn of Medford, Pamela Bredberg and her husband Carl of Westborough, Brenda Page and her husband Todd of Medford, David McGlynn and his wife Jennifer of Medford. Loving grandfather of Shauna, Jonathan, Michael, Patrick, Chiarina, Paige, Christopher, Haley, Linda Lee, Jolene, Brendan, Chelsea, Colby, Elizabeth, Colleen, Adam, Samantha, Emma, and Devon. Loving great grandfather of Shyla, Maggie and Liam. Brother of Jacqueline Raimo and her late husband Frank, Maureen McGillicuddy and her husband Gene, the late Claire Valente and her late husband James, the late John "Jack" McGlynn and his late wife Helen. Also survived by many cherished In-laws, nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Dello Russo Family Funeral Home, 306 Main St., MEDFORD, Thursday, August 9th, at 9 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass celebrated in St. Joseph Church, 118 High St., Medford, at 10 a.m.. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Services will conclude with Military Honors and burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. Late U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean and Vietnam Wars. It has been requested that in lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Richard's memory to the Hallmark Health VNA & Hospice, 178 Savin St., Malden, MA 02148. To leave a message of condolence, visit: www.dellorusso.net Dello Russo Family Funeral Homes

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 6 to Aug. 8, 2018.

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Loretta & Lisa Evangelista

July 31, 2021

Hi Betty there are many lovely memories of Uncle Richie that we
Treasure. Take care we love you.
Lisa & Loretta

Walt and Pat Taylor

March 11, 2019

Betty,
We have Dickie, you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Take care.

Michael Gaughan

August 13, 2018

Dear Betty and family. So sad to hear of Dicks passing. We had a lot of laughs and conversation about his job at Medford PD and mine at the Somerville Police. We also loved playing softball and the comraddiere created by playing each different city. God Bless you Dick, you will be missed.
Mike Gaughan

August 10, 2018

Sorry for your loss. May Dick's memory be a blessing to all his family and friends.
Peter Bronk
Susan Axe-Bronk

John Christensen

August 9, 2018

So sad. Great man, good friend and mentor during my police career in Somerville. Not a bad ball player either in the inter city police league.
Thank you Dick for all the memories.

Betty, our best to you and the family.

John and Sheila Christensen
Somerville PD retired

Ann Messuri

August 8, 2018

Dear Betty and family, Very sorry for the loss of your dear husband Richard. God be with you and your family. May the angels carry him into pradise.My prayers with you all.

August 8, 2018

Dear Betty and Family,
We're very sorry for your loss. Dick was a good man. Our condolences.

Doreen and Larry Tiner
South Carolina

Richard Ghiz

August 8, 2018

I'm very sorry for your loss. As the son of an Army Col who served in Korea and Panama you should be proud of Richard's service to our country.

I work at GBFB with Carl.

Pauls Murdza

August 8, 2018

Dear Betty and family, (Mr. McGlynn), to me, was a special, loving, caring and generous person . He will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.


Paula Murdza and family.

Robert O'Connell

August 8, 2018

The O'Connell Family of Medford extends our deepest condolences for your loss. You are all in our prayers. -Bob O'Connell and Family

August 8, 2018

My condolences, Jack

August 7, 2018

Dear Betty & Family's Our Deepest Sympathy and Prayers for you and your Family's in this time of sorrow!! Tony and Laura

August 7, 2018

Dear Betty & family,,our deepest sympathy to you & your family. Uncle Richie (as we called him) was a wonderful caring man. The Best., May God Bless you & your family now and the days to come.You will be in our daily prayers. Love Loretta & Ralph Evangelista

Loretta Evangelista

August 7, 2018

Dear Betty,,& family,,our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family,, Uncle Richie (as we always called him) was a wonderful caring man , to us he was the best!! We pray to God for you and family for the days ahead. We'd will keep you in our prayers daily. Love Ralph & Loretta Evangelista

Francine Foley-Sahlas

August 6, 2018

Betty and Family, To let you know we are so sorry for you and your wonderful family losing a great guy. Betty needless to say we will miss Dick very much. With Sincere Sympathy and our prayers, Francine and Isabel


Francine Foley Sahlas & Isabel Foley Shea

Celestial Love

a loved one

Sent Flowers

Anthony Arena

August 6, 2018

High school classmate. Boy Scouts. Ad Altare Dei award from Archbishop Cushing 1949. Introduced to brother Jack McGlynn upon return from WWII service. Proud of his service as a Medford police officer. Rest in peace, Richard.

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

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9

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9:00 a.m.

Dello Russo Funeral Home - Medford

306 Main Street, Medford, MA 02155

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9

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Joseph Church

118 High St., Medford, MA

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