GEORGE-O'DOWD-Obituary

GEORGE RUSSELL O'DOWD

Newton, Massachusetts

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O'DOWD, George Russell Lifetime Newton resident passed on Feb. 8, 2017 at age 85 after a long illness. He was married for 63 years to Geraldine (Pellegrino) O'Dowd. He was Father to Kevin C. O'Dowd and his wife Karin, Russel J. O'Dowd and his wife Ann Marie and Jeffrey G. O'Dowd and his wife...

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My thoughts and prayers to the O'Dowd family, may he rest in eternal peace.

I have so many memories of George in my earlier years growing up. My parents Joe and Bea always enjoyed getting together with such a wonderful couple,and family. Jeff and I were like brother and sister, even vacationed together. Seeing MR. O'DOWD,always included smiling, and laughing. Anyone who knew him, is aware he was comical, as well as a kind and gentle soul. I'm so fortunate to have the memories I have of knowing him. My sympathy to Geraldine,Jeff,Rusty,and Kevin, as well as the...

So sad to hear of the passing of "Uncle George." Will always remember those simpler days hanging out in the pool, listening to tales about the fire department, and marveling at the train sets he so meticulously assembled. I'm sure he and Angie are at this very moment catching up on all things Newton. My condolences to Auntie Geraldine, Rusty, Kevin, Jeff and their extended families. He was a man larger than life.

To the O'Dowd family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

In Loving Memory of Uncle George, Celebrating a life well lived whose memories will be cherished forever.from Stephen Reilly and Family

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To the entire O'Dowd Family, I pray for your comfort and peace at this time. I know he will continue to live in your hearts and memories forever. My dad told me, "All that I have taught you, you will continue to learn." This next year is a year of first. Hold on to each other. Pam Makarewicz

Aunt Gerry, I'm so sorry for your loss and your family's loss. Always liked getting together over the years and we solved many of the world's problems...Many happy, warm, and personal memories for me. Words are hard but he was a very good man, a great uncle. Prayers and remembrances.