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Matt McGrath
July 7, 2011
Jim,
Howie Kahalas just advised me of your loss. Please accept my condolences. May God Bless you and your children during this terrible time.
Maureen Sheehan
June 13, 2011
I was so sorry to hear about Lois. She was a special person and very kind to me way back when. My heart goes out to you and the girls at this most difficult time. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Judith Kahalas
May 31, 2011
Dear Jim and Family:
We wish we had known Lois because she seemed like such a special and warm person. We send our condolences on this untimely loss. Know that you are in our prayers.
Judy and Howard Kahalas
Jeff Lindblad
May 31, 2011
Lois was absolutely one of the brightest stars at Medfield High,ever. We were all happy to have attended school with her. She was a wonderful, lovely person and will be greatly missed.
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Christine Magnan
May 31, 2011
Lois was a fantastic guidance counselor and I am very grateful to have known her and seen the positive impact she had on my son. Her quiet, kind way will always be remembered.
Susan Shurtleff
May 31, 2011
Miss Hamilton as I remember her as my seventh and eighth grade guidance counselor will be missed by the many lives that she touched. Susan Shurtleff (Middleboro, MA)
May 28, 2011
Lois was such fun as a Chi Omega, roommate at Pufton Village and fellow education major at UMass. I am so saddened by the announcement of her death. Although I haven't seen her in years, she fills my heart with many memories of fond, fun college years. My best to her family. Judy Hudson, Alton Bay, NH
Sue (Dillon) Evans
May 27, 2011
Dear Jim and family,
We are so sad to hear of the passing of Lois. We will always remember her as she was at UMASS. Such a beautiful person...
One of her roommates,
Greg Marsh
May 27, 2011
Jim, Amy, Patty and Jenna. Lois might just be the lovliest person I ever met. I'm so sorry for your loss. Two things will never fade...Missing her and the Many, Many Wonderful Memories she leaves in your hearts and lives. You're in my thought and prayers this Memorial Day weekend and beyond.
Claudia Howe
May 27, 2011
I will always remember Lois for her strength, kindness, and beauty. She touched so many with love, all will miss her, but she will live on in our hearts.
Robin Bova
May 26, 2011
Lois
While I will miss you terribly, I consider myself one of the luckiest people in the world to have known you. You have a beautiful soul that you shared with all who met you. God Bless.
Joan Murray
May 26, 2011
Lois was like a second mother to my son Brendan when she provided childcare in her home. Brendan is now 21, and through the years, Lois has always been my "go to" person for mom advice. I was thrilled when she joined the Guidance Dept. at Thurston so my son Greg and my daughter Annie could have access to her! She was always so warm, wise, loving, non-judgmental, supportive -- I could go on and on. I will miss her and am grateful to have known her. Jim, Amy, Patty, and Jenna, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Danny Alley
May 26, 2011
We will all miss Aunt Lois greatly..but we know she will forever be watching over all of us...as she always has. Love you guys (nephew & cousin) Danny
Donna Barbato (cassano)
May 26, 2011
Amy, patty, and jenna. I have so many fond childhood memories of your mom. I always loved spending time at your house when your mom took care of all the little ones:) She was such a warm and caring woman and I am thinking of you all during this difficult time. Praying for you all!
May 26, 2011
I learned so much from Lois' professionalism and calm, caring manner here at Thurston. Her legacy is the many adults and children whose lives she has enriched. - Lisa Fass, Thurston Middle School, Westwood
Wendi Cantoreggi
May 26, 2011
Lois was a colleague of mine while I taught in Westwood. She always greeted me with a welcoming smile and her warmth was felt by all she encountered. She spoke of her own children often with pride and love. Her influence and legacy will be forever felt by those middle schoolers whose lives she impacted. Please accept my deepest sympathies in this time of sadness.
Reed McLaughlin
May 26, 2011
My Thoughts and Prayers are with the Riley family. I only have wonderful memories of your wife and mother. She was truly one of the great ones!!
Margo Dornisch
May 26, 2011
Thanks for all the memories. You will be missed. I am thinking of you all during this difficult time.
May 26, 2011
God bless you and your family, You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Deb, Mike, Delia & Rowan Kelly
Jane Brophy
May 26, 2011
Lois was my son Michael's caregiver 18 years ago when he was a toddler. She was the epitome of warmth and kindness and we are so fortunate that she shared her gifts with the children of Westwood. Lois and her family are in my prayers.
May 25, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Louise Haughn
May 25, 2011
I am saddened by the loss of your precious wife and mother. Mrs. Riley
was a wonderful presence and support in the Westwood Schools. I am sure I speak for many Westwood families when I say she will be missed.
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