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Charles Grinnell Obituary

Of Somerville, formerly of West Roxbury, September 30, age 94. Beloved husband of Rose E. (Lambrecht) of 69 years. Devoted father of Marjorie Moreau Silva of Hanson, Jean Ray of Walpole, and Helen Sweeney and her husband Frank of Somerville. Loving guardian of Gloria Thompson of Holbrook. Cherished brother of Dorothy Newman DeRosa of CT and the late Robert, Otto and Francis. Loving "Papa" of 10 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Visiting hours Wed. morning from 10-12 at the Alexander F. Thomas & Sons Funeral Home, 45 Commmon St., WALPOLE followed by a Service at Funeral Home at 12. Rev. Ray Kostulias officiating. Relatives and friends invited. Retired Motorman of MBTA, Orange Line & Local #589. Interment Knollwoood Memorial Park, Canton. Alexander Thomas & Sons F.H. Walpole(508) 668-0154

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 1 to Oct. 2, 2007.

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Bernice Stumpfe (Kelley)

October 9, 2007

Jean,
Sorry to read about your dad"s passing , my prayers and condolescences to you and your family

Nana and Papa at Russ and Kristen's wedding

October 2, 2007

Kristen Moreau

October 2, 2007

Dear Papa, I remember Russ bringing me to meet you and Nana in west Roxbury when he and I were first dating. You were so sweet. You called me a nice country girl because I had never seen an elevated train before and I was so surprised to see one. I remember telling Russ what nice grandparents he has, and I am so glad to be a part of this very special family. I will miss you, because even though we were not related by blood, you will always be my Papa too. Love, Kristen

Russell Moreau

October 2, 2007

Dearest Papa I always enjoyed our time together you were the greatest. I will miss you dearly
May you rest in peace. I love you and will miss you immensely

Dorothy DeRosa

October 2, 2007

To my brother Charlie,
We've had the ideal relationship all our lives, there are all happy memories to keep you in my heart!
Rest in Peace, I love you!
Your sister, Dottie

Ginny Durso

October 2, 2007

Uncle Charlie,
May you rest in peace. We will always remember your stories, and your visits to CT with Aunt Rose and the blueberry muffins! We will miss your happy smile! God Bless You,Love, All your nieces and nephews in Connecticut!

Larry Lemmon Jr.

October 1, 2007

Dear Chuck,

I will miss you greatly. You were like a grandfather to me. You're a great guy. I'll see you again someday.

Love always,

Kerry Sweeney

October 1, 2007

To my beloved Papa,

I'll never forget all your stories about "the way it was when...". I miss you and love you.
May you rest in peace.

Love,

Rose Bright

October 1, 2007

I will miss you very much. You will always be in my heart and on my mind.

Love you
Rosie (#4)

Kevin Sweeney

October 1, 2007

To the one and only grandfather that I knew. May you rest eternally peaceful.

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