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J. DRISCOLL Obituary

DRISCOLL, J. Barry 87, of Milton, Scituate and Marco Island, FL, died unexpectedly, Thursday May 11, 2017. Loving husband of Kathryn (Cauley), beloved father of Brian and wife Tracy of Boston, Dennis and wife Aimee of Milton, Jay and wife Mary Lou of South Boston, Jane and husband John Henesey of Hingham and Sally and husband Andrew Shannon of Milton. Son of the late Daniel Driscoll and Edith Barry. Brother of Richard (Brookline), William (Spain), Dr. Robert (deceased), Daniel (deceased), Jane (deceased). Loving "Grampy" to 17 grandchildren. Barry was born and raised in Milton and was a proud double Eagle: Boston College High School '48 and Boston College, '52. He served in the US Navy as a Lieutenant and married Kathryn Cauley in 1955 after meeting at the Cliff Hotel in Minot, MA. Barry was active in the Milton community while raising 5 children. He was part of a group of pioneers who started Milton Youth Hockey in 1967 and an active member of Wollaston Golf Club. He developed wonderful friendships at Wollaston, Hatherly Country Club in Scituate and Marco Island Golf Club Florida. He celebrated a hole in one 6 times in his golf career. Depending on the season, Barry's idea of pure joy was either; 18 holes followed by a dip in Minot Beach and a good cigar, a BC home football game and tailgate or a Boston College Hockey game. J. Barry was admired and will be lovingly missed by his children and grandchildren. Barry founded the J. Barry Driscoll Insurance Agency, Inc., specializing in insurance for the construction industry in 1960. His work ethic was second to none and the cornerstone of his business, like life, was be ethical, treat others as you want to be treated and give back to employees and your community. Barry donated generously to charity and was gifted at raising money. He served on many fundraising campaigns and established scholarships at both alma maters. He served on the Boston College High School Board of Trustees for 30 years and was instrumental in the development and implementation of BC High's middle school Arrupe Division. In addition, Barry received recognition from The Colonel Daniel Marr Boys Club's 1980 Man of the Year, The Carney Hospital's 1988 Vincentian Award, Saint Ignatius Loyola Award from Boston College High School, Boston College Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser's Philip Callan Award, Carney Hospital Foundation Former President, Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts Former Captain Commander, Massachusetts Golf Association Former Director, Francis Ouimet Scholarship Committee Former Trustee , Colonel Marr Boys and Girls Club Former Director. Mass Building Congress Former President, UCANE and the NASBP Former Director. His Catholic faith was extremely important to J. Barry. He was a longtime parishioner of Saint Elisabeth's Parish and a Knight of Malta. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Elizabeth Church, 350 Reedsdale Road, Milton, Monday May 15 at 10:00 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON SQUARE, Sunday 3-7 PM. Interment Milton Cemetery. Donations in J. Barry's memory may be made to: J. Barry Driscoll '48 Scholarship, c/o Boston College High School, 150 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston, MA 02125. For information and directions, www.dolanfuneral.com

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Published by Boston Globe from May 11 to May 14, 2017.

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William Driscopll

May 12, 2018

My brother Barry still lives for us and bids us to think of life, not death to which in his life he lent the passion of glory and Spring. P.S. We live in Spain no the Marshall Islands.

Dwight Bridges

May 30, 2017

To the Driscoll Family - My deepest sympathy. Thinking of you and wishing you peace and comfort as you remember Uncle Barry.

Clare Warren

May 21, 2017

Our deepest sympathy
Jack and Clare Warren

May 15, 2017

My sincere condolences to the entire Driscoll Family. When Barry was in Milton he used to stop by the office and we would have great conversations. And, on occasion, we would go to Wollaston for lunch. God Bless Barry and the entire Driscoll Family.
Bill Sullivan

May 14, 2017

Our deepest condolences to the entire Driscoll family. There was a reason they called it The Greatest Generation. Too many memories to count but will always remember caddying for Mr. D and my Dad at Woodland, Wollaston and Hatherly. Seeing him in the stands at countless hockey and football games as we grew up and just having him and Mrs. D come up the walk smiling at 43 Surfside to visit the Burkes. Will always be grateful for how they were such good friends to my Mom. I know he went straight up and is receiving his reward for a life well lived.

Kevin and Mimi Burke

May 14, 2017

My condolences to the family. Our lord father promises that very soon he will bring back our loved ones and we will never lose them again. Isaac 25:8

May 14, 2017

To Jane and her family, We are so saddened by your loss and are sorry never to have met your father. He sounds like a remarkable man. This is a beautiful obituary and a wonderful tribute to him. We know he will be greatly missed by all. You are in our thoughts. Love, Jean and Bob

May 13, 2017

Barry was a great example of service to the 12 Step Program.
And he surely will be at the Big Meeting in the sky. Barry, please don't forget the turkey too.
Barry, you now have recovered
May Barry rest in peace!
Love,
Irishmike

Walter Fitzgerald

May 13, 2017

J. Barry and Dad were both double Eagles. They were cut from the same cloth. A great loss

Jay Hurley

May 13, 2017

"It takes a minute to find a special person, an hour to appreciate them, and a day to love them, but it takes an entire lifetime to forget them." ~ Anonymous

RIP Mr. Driscoll. I'm sure this quote resonates within your entire family and beyond. It was a pleasure to have known you and your presence will be sorely missed.

May 13, 2017

Caddied for Barry at the old Wollaston; he understood the art
of tipping. Served with him on the B.C. High Board during
a very turbulent time; he was a visionary and the master of pragmatism and consensus. Sincerest sympathies to all the
Driscolls. -- Mark Mulvoy/Vero Beach, Florida

May 13, 2017

To the Driscoll family -
Great leader, great friend, great volunteer! Big loss for all of us!
Deepest sympathy for your loss.
Denny Goodrich

May 13, 2017

Our deepest condolences to the Driscoll family on your great loss. God Bless You, Daniel and Janis Murray

Andy Petitti

May 12, 2017

To all the Driscoll Family, very sorry to hear of JB's death. I had a lot of fun with him and he humorishly would tell me he did not believe that I got to be where I am. JB GOD BLESS YOU, and I am sure he will welcome you. Andy Petitti

Mike O'Neil

May 12, 2017

To All The Driscoll's: My sincere condolences on the loss and passing of J. Barry. He was a tremendous and accomplished person whose good deeds and kindness touched many. May all the good times and experiences you shared together be some source of comfort to you at this most difficult time. Respectfully, Mike O'Neil & Family

May 12, 2017

Our sincerest condolences to the Driscoll family for this great loss.
Sincerely,
Gregory Keelan
and the staff of Southern Redi Mix

Gregory Keelan

May 12, 2017

It was a pleasure serving with you in the Ancient & Honorable Artillery Company (AHAC). You will be missed.

Sage Peters

May 12, 2017

My condolences to the entire Driscoll family on the passing of your loved one. May The God of all comfort, comfort you all at such a time as this. May Mr. Driscoll RIP.

May 12, 2017

Sincere Condolences to the Driscoll Family for their loss. Barry was the Epitome of his Beloved Schools and the Embodiment of their most important saying , "A Man for Others".
God Bless you all, through this difficult time.
The Bouley Family

May 12, 2017

Dennis - my condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father. Joan Ferraro

May 12, 2017

To the entire Driscoll family, I am so very sorry for the loss of a great man. I will always cherish the memories spent with your family in both Milton and Scituate. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. ~Kim (Comer) O'Leary

Maura Hammick

May 12, 2017

To the entire Driscoll clan, heartfelt condolences to each of you. J Barry leaves a wonderful legacy!

May 12, 2017

JBD was an extraordinary leader and Friend, He will be greatly missed. Our Condolences to the wonderful Driscol Clan.

Love,

Amy & Robert O'Sullivan

May 12, 2017

To all the Driscoll family, we will always remember Barry with fondness and respect. Rainey and Charlie Fellows.

Mona and Tommy Casper

May 12, 2017

To the Driscoll Family, we are very sorry for your loss, it was always a treat to see him at the boys hockey games, he will be missed.

Kevin Keating

May 12, 2017

To the Driscoll Family,

As the President of Milton Youth Hockey, I wish to extend my condolences to the entire Driscoll family from all of our members and board of directors of Milton Youth Hockey,
J. Barry Driscoll was a former board member of Milton Youth Hockey and instilled the same values of helping the youth of our town in his children who also continue to support of the youth in Milton as coaches and supporters of the program.
Personally Mr. Driscoll was a kind and respected man who served his parish and his community as a leader of the town of Milton.
His legacy will be of an endearing man who helped others and taught his children to do the same.
My sincerest thoughts and prayers to the Driscoll family for the loss of a respected loved one.

Sincerely,
Kevin Keating

Michael Sullivan

May 12, 2017

To the Driscoll Family

Please accept my deepest sympathies

You are in my thoughts and prayers

Sincerely

Michael Sullivan

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