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for Hugh O'NEILL
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Colin Brown
June 25, 2020
I think of you often, I still remember Christmas, I remember Easter, I remember all our times together. You were my closest friend. I finally understand that weird Casa Blanca reference from your answering machine. Mom is doing well. She misses you and says I look just like you. I don't think I could grow such a killer mustache though...
I still wear your watch I have had to replace the leather strap a few times but it looks the same as it always has and keep the USS Nimitz lighter close by and in working order.
Philip Farris
January 31, 2017
Hugh, Happy Birthday my friend. I think of you. I miss your wacky phone calls with that Dedham, MA accent! Phil
Melanie Kane
March 9, 2016
Phillip- Sorry I didnt respond sooner. Your message was in my spam. My deepest condolences for the loss of Annie. I will pass along the information to my mom and if you want to email me your contact information- you can reach me at [email protected]
Philip Farris
March 6, 2016
Hugh, I thought of you on you Birthday. I miss you my Brother. Annie has joined you, she died last September. My you laugh together in Heaven.
Philip Farris
February 9, 2015
Hugh...I thought about you on your Birthday. I and my family will never forget you buddy.
Philip Farris
February 2, 2014
Happy Birthday Hugh...2014! Your God Daughter Makenna had her 20th birthday last Friday. We always think of you my friend.
February 1, 2013
Happy Birthday Hugh! You are still alive as long as I am living. Thinking of you my Brother. Phil
February 1, 2012
Hugh, we are thinking of you on your birthday, and we love you my brother!
The Farris Family
Melanie Kane
November 6, 2011
Hugh was not only a father figure in my life but also a friend and there's not a day that goes by that my mother and I don't think of him. He was always there to make me smile and say something random but genuinely made my life so much better by being in it! I know that he is at peace and is watching over me and I carry the thought of him always! Hughie I love you so much!!! You are forever missed and undoubtedly in my thoughts. I can't thank you enough for bringing me and my mother so much happiness and light into our lives. Love, the daughter you had later in life xoxo
February 1, 2011
Happy Birthday Hugh James. We all miss ya buddy. Rest in peace my friend.
(Thanks Philip. Semper Fi)
Philip Farris
December 10, 2010
To all of Hugh's Family and friends. I have secured this Guest Book for Hugh and for you, until the internet runs dry. This guest book is now paid for until the rivers run dry. God Bless his soul as I loved him like a Brother, that he or I never had.
Philip Farris (Hugh was the best MAN in my wedding, and a valued Navy comrade, although I was a Marine)
Philip & Annie Farris
February 2, 2010
Hughie my friend! Annie and I just found out yesterday. Your birthday buddy. We didn't have a clue, and I know our last conversation wasn't the best. To say the least, Annie and I were shocked and we shed a lot of tears last night. We shared a lot of good and sometimes crazy times both in Rota, and Boston. It was ten years ago you visted Pensacola on your Birthday. Seems like yesterday. I will never forget the Sunday you were pounding on my door in Beacon Hill. You hand me a paper bag with a six pack of Bud in it and said "Here's your breakfast". You then took me to the Pat's game and we tailgated with the smallest hibachi grill on the planet in the snow. Later you took me to Doyles in JP and we had primerib. You will be missed always, but never forgotten my friend. You were a great godfather to my Daughter Makenna and she will always cherish your memory. Heartfelt condolences to Maryilyn, your Dad and Mom, your Sister, your Son, and your extended family.
Dave, Doug, Kevin, Joe & Hugh
February 1, 2010
Hugh James
February 1, 2010
Joe Hathaway
February 1, 2010
Happy Birthday Hughie. We miss ya buddy. May God Bless Marilyn, Adam, your Parents and all those who loved you.
December 26, 2009
Loved ya like a brother. RIP my friend until we meet again.
Eddie Derba
Riverdale, Dedham, MA
Dave Ottolini
December 23, 2009
Duce Your contagious smile will be missed by all who knew it, your wit has no match you are one of a kind. Give Nancy and Paul a hug for me. My
sincere condolences to Marilyn and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Dave Ott
Doug Mann
December 23, 2009
Friend,
I think Joe Hat said it best, this is a tough one. Having trouble even writing. If I was to say all I wanted to I'd be here a long time. Look at your picture in the morning and hold the tears back. So glad we played Golf end of September, don't worry I won't tell anybody I beat you. Awesome to see you a few weekends ago. Lot of laughs I'll remember forever.
Love ya Bro
Linda Duggan
December 21, 2009
Dear Marilyn and Family,
We heard from Roz about Hughe's passing. We are very sorry for your loss Marilyn, so sudden so sad. Although I only meant Hugh once when Roz and Frank and I were all moving in and I remember vividly what a charming and funny guy he was. Marilyn I wish you wonderful memories of your time with Hugh and hopefully to find some peace at such a hard time in your life.
Fondly,
Linda and Frank Duggan
Dick & Marie Hamilton
December 19, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sal DiPersio
December 19, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sara Jane Haehl
December 17, 2009
Dear Marilyn, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God bless you and be with you.
Kevin Hathaway
December 17, 2009
To Mr. & Mrs O'Neill Susan and Marilyn my thoughts and prays are with all of you at this time. I am glad I saw Hugh not too long ago and we talked most of the night about the old neighborhood and all the fun we had as kids. How we both enjoyed playing golf. Hugh gave me my first golf lesson that I will always remember.
Tommy Huffman
December 17, 2009
Hugh, Buddy, I just heard, and never even knew you were sick. God only takes the best at this young age. This is a total shock. I'll never forget our Golf outtings and fun we had while working in Wallingford. You were a super guy and I am very sad to hear this news. God Bless your family. Tommy Huffman
Joanne Hathaway Curry
December 16, 2009
Dear Marilyn, Mr. and Mrs, O'Neil, Susie and families,
Please accept my deepest sympathy. I have so many fond and humorous memories of Hughie in our Riverdale neighborhood. The kick ball games at the bottom of Marlboro street, Hughie,Joseph, and Dougie getting sick from eating grapes at Mr Embrees, and claiming they never went in his yard! It was so nice to have a chance to meet Marilyn and catch up with Hughie at Moseleys not long ago. May your many wonderful memories bring you comfort and always a smile to your hearts. God Bless
Bill and Terri Donahoe
December 16, 2009
Marilyn and family,
Our prayers are with you. Terri and I are sick and won't be able to attend services on Wednesday and Thursday. We shall send a donation in Hugh's memory to Mid State.
December 16, 2009
To Marilyn and Hugh's family: I will certainly miss Hugh and his friendly ways. I always enjoyed his company.......especially on the golf course. I will keep Hugh in my thoughts and prayers and will dedicate my first golf round in the spring in his honor.
Dan Patterson
Gary & Alice Deep
December 16, 2009
To the O'Neill Family,
Our deepest sympathies to the family. Hugh was an great man, and will be missed by many.
We will always hold Hugh's memories close to our hearts.
December 16, 2009
Marilyn and family, our sincere sympathies to you and Hugh's family at this very sad time. Sadly we cannot be with you but please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. He is and will be remembered for all he was. Marie and Greg Benton
Lisa Mullinix
December 16, 2009
Hugh, we will miss your smiling face and loving hugs. Please give Nancy a hug and a kiss for me when you see her in heaven.
Love, Lisa Mullinix
Jeanine Rivard
December 16, 2009
My memories of Hugh go way back to the days when we were both contractors at Aetna. It was so nice to see his smiling face when I joined the Elks Club! His love for our Veteran's was truly inspiring - At our first bike run this past summer (to benefit the Rocky Hill Home & Hospital) I'll never forget his enthusiasm as he stood at the end of the line and waved and cheered us on! My thoughts & prayers go out to his wife & family at this time of great sorrow. We have lost a wonderful person much too soon, rest in peace my friend.
Mary Hathaway
December 16, 2009
Hugh, Cathy, Susie, Marilyn and family,
I feel your sorrow as I lost my dear Cathy to cancer in 1991. I will keep you all in my prayers. "May the road rise to meet you, May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face,The rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of his hand" With Love from Mary Hathaway
December 16, 2009
To Marilyn, Mr. & Mrs O'Neill & Susan...My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Hughie was a great friend to my brother Joe....I am number
9 of the Hathaway's and Hughie's smile
will be remembered forever!
-Doll Hathaway Duchini
Louis Roy Pearo
December 16, 2009
Marilyn and Family:
I was so fortunate to work with Hugh and I considered him a close friend. Hugh was very kind to both of my parents. I have sung this song many times and would like to share the refrain of “On Eagle’s Wings” by Michael Joncas; “And He will raise you up on eagle’s wings, bear you on the breath of dawn, make you to shine like the sun, and hold you in the palm of His hand. “ I will miss Hugh as a coworker and a very good friend.
May God bless you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Louis, Rose, and Jim Pearo
December 15, 2009
Marilyn and Family, It is wih a heavy heart that I am writing this to you today. May we all live by Hugh's example of kindness and generosity to one another. Hugh you will be missed.
Love Diana Jordan
December 15, 2009
Marilyn and family, my deepest sympathy to you at this time of your loss. Hugh was a special friend and was always there for me. I will cherish all the converstaions that we had with fond memories and continue to share those memories with our closest friends and know Hugh you will never be forgotten. For those who understand, the adventures of just Steve from New Hampshire and Brett McGlauflan from Maine will continue per Hughs wishes. You will be missed.
Love you Dave Jordan
December 15, 2009
Marilyn, Hughie was a great person and a wonderful friend to my brother, Doug, and all who knew him. I am so sorry and I pray for strength for you and all those who will miss Hughie dearly. Mary (Mann) Elias, Franklin, MA
Mary Mann Elias
December 15, 2009
Marilyn, Hughie was a great person and a wonderful friend to my brother, Doug, and all who knew him. I am so sorry and I pray for strength for you and all those who will miss Hughie dearly.
Joe Hathaway
December 15, 2009
This is a tough one. Hughie, you left us too fast and far too soon. I'll remember all the great memories we had; Me, you and Dougie getting "wrecked". the 1980 Mardi Gras in New Orleans, "Deuce", meeting up in Rota Spain, BAM material, your visits down to the Jersey Shore, the rounds of golf and the love for your family. I'll miss you Hugh James. I pray that Marilyn, Susan, your Mom and Dad, your son Adam and all those who loved you will have the strength to carry on, when the pain is so great now.
Jackie Hathaway-Tobin
December 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire O'Neill family. I'm number 8 of the 10 Hathaway's. I remember Hughie always being so kind and respectful to my mother whenever he entered our home. I also remember what a good friend he was to my brother Joe. God Bless You All.
Diane Hathaway-Gibbons
December 15, 2009
To Marilyn, Mr & Mrs O'Neill and Susie...our heartfelt sorrow from another Riverdale family. We have wonderful memories of Hughie and my brothers and all the Riverdale kids hanging around together. We are so so very sorry for this loss. The Hathaways from Mass Ave.
December 15, 2009
To dear Jen and family, So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Jon and Pat Bjork St. Croix Falls, WI.
Don d'Entremont
December 15, 2009
God Bless, Hugh. My condolences to all of Hugh's family. Time passes us by more quickly than we realize. I know that all of your extended group of friends from Riverdale mourn your passing. Peace.
Jill Levine
December 15, 2009
Marilyn and Family,
All of us who work with Marilyn at the Judicial Branch are thinking of you! Most of us did not get to meet Hugh, sadly--but we do know that he and Marilyn shared companionship during many years. How wonderful that Hugh did not suffer his painful illness alone, but instead, had Marilyn's love and competent, life-affirming care, and her ability to find and laugh at something with him almost every day.
Brad Lutz
December 15, 2009
From Brad: Hugh, you were a great friend. You were kind, generous and I am proud to have known you. You always left those around you feeling like they mattered. You will be missed.
From your Step-Grandkids: Hughie, we love you and miss you! (Evelyn) "I've been good for Santa."
Stephen Galligan
December 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Family in your time of grief. Hugh was a good person with a big heart. May he rest in peace..
Jack Jacobs
December 15, 2009
My good friend Hugh, you will be deeply missed. I'll never forget the good times we had golfing and hanging out at Mario's and on vacation. We lost you much too soon. I thank God for the times we had and the friendly competition on the golf course. Will miss that sky ball and the good camaraderie. Will never forget you. My sympathies to Marilyn and the family.
Hal Clark
December 15, 2009
To Marilyn, Hugh's parents and his son, Hugh was a very special friend and person, he will always be in my memeories and hold a special place in my heart. God Bless all....Hal Clark Jr.
December 15, 2009
My deepest sympathies to the family. I grew up two houses down from Hugh's and graduated with him in 1978. My brother, Paul, hung around with Hugh and the Marlboro Street gang! He was a wonderful person and was always smiling. He will be greatly missed. It sounds like Hugh lived life to its fullest. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Laurie (DiMartino) Olliney
Paul DiMartino
Vincent hayes
December 15, 2009
Hugh, good thing from here on.
RANDY URCIUOLI
December 15, 2009
TO THE O'NEILL FAMILY
ALL OUR SYMPATHY
THE URCIUOLI FAMILY
Joe, Doug & Hugh
December 15, 2009
Bob Vartabedian
December 15, 2009
My deepest condolences to Marilyn, Hugh's parents and sister Susan. Hugh and I grew up together in the Riverdale section of Dedham. I will always remember those Saturdays riding the MBTA trains together. Will remember Hugh fondly and can say I was privileged to have known a special individual as he.
December 15, 2009
Marilyn and family, Our heartfelf sympathies are with you at this time of sorrow. May the memory of Hugh's joy of life and great sense of humor comfort you through this difficult time. I will remember my conversations with Hugh regarding being teased about us having a Boston accent, and his love for the city of Boston.
Our thought are with you during this time,
Marguerite & Don Griffin
Edward Culligan
December 15, 2009
Hugh will be sorely missed by his many friends at the Elks Club. I had the pleasure of being Secretary at the time when he was Exalted Ruler. He was a very good leader in deed and a fine person.
Luke E. DiMaria and the Staff of Brooklawn Funeral Home/Giuliano-Sagarino
December 15, 2009
We extend our deepest sympathies at this time and thank you for entrusting us with the care of your loved one.
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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