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WILFRED BARANICK Obituary

BARANICK, Wilfred J. "Bill" Of Walpole, formerly of Dover, MA, aged 91, died at home on September 3, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Alice (Kane) Baranick for 68 years. Devoted father of Mary (Michael) Turner of Roanoke, VA, Joanne (Andrew) Needham of White River Junction, VT, Elizabeth (Richard) Baranick of Portland, ME, John (Susan) Baranick of Assonet, MA, and Susan Baranick of Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA. Also survived by seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and his sister Rosemary Winifred Knecht.

Bill lived in South Boston, was a U.S. Navy Veteran of WWII, and was a triple Eagle from Boston College. He retired after 27 years as general counsel for the Badger Company. For many years, Bill was an active volunteer for the Town of Dover, the Church of the Most Precious Blood, and recently at New Pond Village.

Visiting Hours Sunday, September 8 from 2-5 pm at Holden-Dunn-Lawler Funeral Home, 55 High Rock St., WESTWOOD, MA 02090. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, September 9 at 10 am at the Church of the Most Precious Blood, 30 Centre St., Dover, MA 02030. Interment with military honors at Highland Cemetery, Dover.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Church of the Most Precious Blood or the charity of your choice. Holden-Dunn-Lawler

www.hdlfuneralhome.net

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 5 to Sep. 6, 2019.

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Shirley Hutchins

September 8, 2019

Dear Alice and family--so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. So many nice memories of him here at New Pond Village, especially his involvement with the Country Store. May you all find peace to help you get through these rough days. Sending love and hugs.

September 7, 2019

Dear Mrs B and the entire Baranick family,
Corinne and I send our deepest condolences. Mr B was an awesome role model for all of us Dover kids. His devotion to his family, and service to his country and our home town, are all a great legacy to a life well lived.

Sincerely,
Rick and Corinne Acheson

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2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Holden, Dunn and Lawler Funeral Home

55 High Rock Street, Westwood, MA

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9

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

Church of the Most Precious Blood

30 Centre St, Dover, MA

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55 High Rock Street, Westwood, MA 02090

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