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William McDermott Obituary
He was born in Boston, Ma, a son of the late Bartholomew J. & Mary Ellen (Owens) McDermott. Mr. McDermott was a sales service director for Speidel for 24 years before retiring in 1992. He attended Yale University, Boston University & Boston College Law. At 70 years old he passed a CPA exam to become an accountant. He was a Sergeant in the US Marine Corps serving during WW II. He participated in operations at Tarawa Atoll, Gilbert Islands, Saipan, Marianas Islands & Tinian.
Besides his wife he leaves 6 children Kathleen Johnson, Carole O'Gara, Andrea, David, Robert & John McDermott, 1 brother; Paul McDermott, 1 sister; Ruth McDermott & 6 grandchildren, Sara, Jeff, Liam, Molly, Jill & Ryan. Brother of the late Hugh McDermott.
His funeral will be held Monday at 9 A.M. from the PERRY-McSTAY FUNERAL HOME, 2555 Pawtucket Ave., East Providence with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 A.M. in St. Luke Church, Washington Road. Burial with Military Honors will be in Forest Chapel Cemetery. Calling hours Sunday 5-8. In lieu of flowers donations to Dialysis Support Services Fund, 9 Plenty St., Providence, R.I. 02907 would be appreciated.
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Phil Regan
September 30, 2008
Dearest Eileen and Family ,All our thoughts love and prayers are with you all at this very sad time .We have lots of great memories of Jim ,he was a wonderful person all around .He is not suffering anymore now he is at great peace and looking down on us all like a Guardian Angel .we Love you all and wish we could be there for ye ,Phil Regan and family and all in West Cork Ireland .
Thomas Musso
September 30, 2008
I am sorry to hear about the death of your father. My thoughts are with you at this time.
Jacqueline Carrigan
September 29, 2008
Dearest Friend Katie & the McDermott Family,
My prayers, thoughts, and love continue to be with you all. It is never easy to say "good-by for now" to a loved one even when we know they are now in a far better place. May you celebrate his life and not grieve his death.
God's Blessings, Jacqueline Carrigan
Dennis & Jody McGarry
September 29, 2008
Dear McDermott family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. God bless you and your family.
Gary Hobbs
September 28, 2008
Dear McDermott family, Just wanted to let everyone know that we were thinking of all you during this time. You all are a amazing family.Gary,Christine,Haley and Grace Hobbs send there love.
September 27, 2008
Aunt Ginny and family,
We are so sorry that uncle Bill has passed. Please know you are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Uncle Bill was a great family man, brother and uncle and he will be sadly missed. May you all draw strength from his wonderful memories & all his great stories. They are sure to help you through this sorrowful time. God Bless and Love to All.
Paul, Paula, Kendall, Jordan and Conner McDermott
Kimberly Paiva
September 27, 2008
Oh Katie, I didn't realize his time was so near. Be happy about the time you had together. Feel at peace knowing he is in a much much better place.
Patrice McDermott Sullivan
September 27, 2008
Auntie Gin, Andrea, Katie, Carole, Bob, David and John: Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer. Love ya face,, Patrice
George Paes
September 27, 2008
Dear Ginny and those great McDermotts(Hockey guys) please accept our most sincere condolences for the passing of a great guy
George & Gert Paes
Signe Cooper
September 27, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
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