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William McGlynn Obituary

In Somerset, NJ, William Bill McGlynn, age 82, passed away on September 3, 2018 following a lengthy illness. Bill was the loving husband of Gloria (Bastoni) McGlynn, with whom he shared 60 years of marriage. He was born in Taunton on March 3, 1936, the son of the late Alfred and Marjorie (Williams) McGlynn. Bill was a lifelong resident of Taunton until moving to Warren, NJ eight months ago. He was a graduate of Monsignor Coyle High School and attended New Bedford Institute of Technology (now the University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth). He served in the United States Army, stationed at Fort Gordon, GA, where he played clarinet in the post band. Prior to his retirement, Bill was employed as a sales representative/ manager for Toomey-DeLong in Framingham. He was a former communicant of St. Marys Parish in Taunton, where he served as a Eucharistic minister, scoutmaster, CCD teacher, and was awarded the diocesan Marian Medal for service to the parish. He was a member of the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Bill enjoyed woodworking, making and repairing furniture, mowing his lawn, being an all-around handyman and helping his neighbors. He and his wife were avid square dancers for over 40 years, and also enjoyed camping and traveling. His greatest passion was being with his family. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his loving sons, David McGlynn and his wife, Kristin Fontaine, of Cincinnati, OH, and Michael McGlynn and his wife, Jessica, of Warren, NJ. He is also survived by his beloved granddaughter, Sophia McGlynn, of Warren, NJ and his cherished cats, Tommy and Tiger. Funeral from the OKeefe-Wade Funeral Home 70 Washington Street in Taunton Monday, September 10 at 9 am. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Marys Church in Taunton at 10 am. Calling hours will be held on Sunday from 4-7 pm. Interment St Joseph Cemetery in Taunton. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations in Williams memory to the Alzheimers Foundation of America, 225 N. Michigan Ave, FL 17, Chicago, IL, 60601 or www.alz.org. Visit our websitewww.okeefewade.com to sign the online guestbook, obituaries & directions.

Published by Taunton Gazette on Sep. 6, 2018.
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Bill you were one of the best, together with your wife Gloria you've left the world a little brighter, your great smile and gentle nature will always be remembered

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September 1, 2020

I am greatly saddened to find this out about Bill. He was one of the most straight forward, real, down to earth and honest people I knew. My heart and thoughts go out to his beautiful wife, Gloria, his family, and all friends. I will never forget him.

Kristin D

November 30, 2018

To Bill's Family,

Bill was a wonderful man! My dad and mom always enjoyed spending time with Bill and Gloria. My condolences to you all as you grief Bills death. Dear Lord, please bring comfort to The entire Family!

Sincerely,
Janet Spousta Jones

September 9, 2018

My fondest memory of Bill is when we square danced in Wareham. He always had something to say that made us laugh and he loved to comment on my shoes. He had that mischevious look in his eyes. He was an excellent square dancer, high level and all. It was sad that he gradually could not continue as he loved the activity so much. We missed him terribly when he had to stop.
To sum it up, he was a very special man! He will always be one of my very favorite square dancers!!

Jane Tyrie

September 9, 2018

Our deepest sympathy.
Gus and Bev (Washburn) Silveira

Gus and Bev Silveira

September 7, 2018

Gloria: Our deepest sympathy
Gus and Bev (Washburn) Silveira

Gus and Bev Silveira

September 7, 2018

DEAR GLORIA,
WE WISH TO EXPRESS OUR HEARTFELT SYMPATHY ON THE LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED HUSBAND. MAY GOD AND ALL THE BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES YOU'VE SHARED WITH HIM COMFORT YOU IN THE DAYS AND WEEKS AHEAD.
SINCERE CONDOLANCES
MARILYN & JOE

MARILYN SIKORSKI

September 7, 2018

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

George McGlynn

September 6, 2018

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