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Barry Shea Obituary

SHEA, Barry J. Of Mansfield, formerly of Malden, November 28, 2011. Loving son of Jeanne G. (Wright) Shea of Brighton and the late Joseph J. Shea. Devoted father of Brianna M. Shea and Patrick J. Shea both of Mansfield, dear brother of Brendan J. Shea and his wife Lori of Needham, Sister Patricia M. Shea, SND of Cambridge and Geraldine M. Shea of Quincy, uncle of Ryan, Michaela and Meaghan Shea all of Needham. Funeral from the Sherman & Jackson Funeral Home, 55 North Main St., MANSFIELD on Thursday, December 1st at 9:30 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian burial celebrated at 10:30 A.M. in St. Mary's Church, 330 Pratt St. (Route 106) Mansfield, relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend, visiting hours Wednesday from 5-8 P.M. Bburial in St. Mary's Cemetery, Mansfield. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Shea Children's Educational Fund, care of, Mansfield Bank, 80 North Main St., Mansfield. For complete obituary or additional information please visit www.shermanjackson.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 30 to Dec. 1, 2011.

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Janine Ghiloni McGonagle

January 29, 2012

I just found out about Barry. We graduated
High school together and were good friends back then. My sympathy to his family.. You are in my prayers

Patti Carr DeFrancesco

December 4, 2011

My deepest condolences to Barry's family. We were very close once, and I have very fond memories of the time we spent together. You will be in my prayers as you cope with your loss.

Cavanaugh Family

December 1, 2011

We are so sorry to hear about Barry, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Maureen Teal (Lynch)

December 1, 2011

It has been so many years since I have seen any of the Shea's, who were wonderful neighbors back on West Street, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I always considered Barry to be my friend.

Pam Dukeman

December 1, 2011

I am sorry for your loss. I have wonderful memories of Barry from Babson

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November 30, 2011

so sorry for your loss .. I went to school with Geraldine at girls catholic .. my deepest sympathy to all of you

Bonnie O'Neill

November 30, 2011

Barry was such a nice guy, Sad to hear he's gone.

November 30, 2011

I am very sorry for your loss...I have the fondest memories of Barry at Malden Catholic...

Tom Arria

Mark Harrington

November 30, 2011

My deepest sympathy at your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Mark Harrington

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