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CLAIRE CAVANAUGH Obituary

CAVANAUGH, Claire M. (Hamrock) Of Braintree, formerly of Dorchester, suddenly, but surrounded by her family, October 27, 2017 at the age of 76. Beloved wife of Deacon Michael J. Cavanaugh of Braintree. Loving mother of Tracy Graham and her husband James of Pembroke, Christine Giglio and her husband Thomas of Canton, and Michael P. Cavanaugh and his wife Angela of Braintree. Cherished grandmother of Colin, Caitlin, Liam and Meghan Graham; Matthew, Rose and Theresa Giglio; Julianne and Audrey Cavanaugh. Devoted sister of Paul Hamrock of Weymouth and the late John and Mary Hamrock. Daughter of the late Patrick and Catherine (Powell) Hamrock. For the past 15 years, Claire served as the Bereavement Coordinator at St. Clare Parish in Braintree, where she offered support and comfort to many families. She was also a Eucharistic minister, lector and member of St. Clare's for 47 years, proudly sharing her faith with those around her. Claire enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and was known for her quick wit and humor. She was full of life and will be greatly missed by those who were blessed to have known her. Reposing at the Cartwright-Venuti Funeral Home, 845 Washington Street, Braintree, until 9:00 AM on Friday, November 3rd, followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:00 AM in St. Clare Church, 1244 Liberty Street, Braintree. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend visiting hours Thursday, November 2nd, 4:00 - 8:00 PM. Burial in Blue Hill Cemetery at a later date. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in Claire's name to the American Heart Association or the Alzheimer's Association. For additional information or to leave a sympathy message for Claire's family, visit www.cartwrightfuneral.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 30 to Oct. 31, 2017.

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CW Fox

November 30, 2017

My sincere condolences to the Cavanaugh family on Claire's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May she rest in eternal peace.

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HANNAH Finnegan

November 14, 2017

Mike and all your family please accept my condolence on the death of Claire. I was so sorry to hear from Kay Bresnahan of your loss. I have wonderful memories of her stories especially the Irish ones and the of your Kerry visit, during my visit to Kay in Palm Beach last March.
Love Hannah Finnegan in Ireland.

November 9, 2017

My sincerest condolences to the Cavanaugh family on Claire's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May she rest in eternal peace.

Kevin Burke
Langhorne, Pa

R Douglas Nunes

November 9, 2017

Michael, your NARPI family sends you and your family condolences and the strength to understand. Your faith and trust in God will help heal this loss. Future memories will warm your heart.
May God Bless You and Yours

R Douglas Nunes, NARPI President

November 9, 2017

My condolences to the family may these words bring comfort that our heavenly father will bring life to the dead in the ressurection. So you may see your love one again.

November 3, 2017

Deacon Mike,
Our family is saddened by the loss of Mrs. Cavanaugh. She (and you) provided your kindness and support to us while we dealt with the losses of our parents and brother-in-law. Please accept our condolences, and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you, and your family, during this difficult time.
- The MacDonalds

Joseph Muscolino

November 2, 2017

My deepest and sincerest condolences to Deacon Michael and the Cavanaugh Family for your loss. She was a very sweet and kind lady. May she rest in eternal peace.

November 2, 2017

my deepest sympathy to you Michael and all the Cavanaugh family. may you have the strength to bear the loss of this very special lady. Claire Carolan, parishoner

Joe & Marie Cedrone

November 2, 2017

Dear sweet,kind,beautiful Mike; Claire was a "salft of the earth" lady & will be sorely missed.

louise murray

November 2, 2017

Claire was an energetic, sympathetic ray of sunshine who could turn everything sad and forboding into a part of life's experience. truly,a wonderful person.

Tina Wilber

November 2, 2017

My heart is heavy hearing about the loss of Claire. She helped my family through both of our parents deaths and made the process easier on us with her caring and sense of humor. She will be missed. My condolences to the family. You are all in my prayers. Tina Wilber

Mary Ashland

November 2, 2017

Claire was always full of life and always positive even in times of crises. She loved her family and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She always made it a point to tell me stories about my father and his brothers. She will be missed. Sending prayers and hugs to the family. Mary Catherine, Mark, Brendan and Connor Ashland.

Paul Cloonan

November 2, 2017

Dear Michael and Family:
Kathy and I are so sorry to hear of Claire's passing and we want to express our sincere condolensence to you and your family. We always enjoyed getting together with you and Claire. She was always witty and funny and a pleasure to be with. We loved her and will miss her presence. We will keep her in our prayers always.
Sincerely,
Paul and Kathy Cloonan

Aidan McDonnell

November 1, 2017

Dear Mick and Family, sincere sympathies on the sudden death of Claire. We are so shocked and saddened. She was a wonderful lady and will be greatly missed. We are so glad we got to visit you har and Paul on our recent vivacious to Boston. Will be thinking of you. Aidan Rosemary & family

October 31, 2017

We were so sad to hear of Claire's passing. I only wish I could comfort her family the way she did ours! She was truly an angel on earth. Mike, I know your deep faith will help sustain you and yours during these dark days.

We truly feel blessed to have known her! Fondly, Frank and Kathy Petrelli

October 31, 2017

I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" (Isaiah 61:1, 2) sustain your family during this challenging time. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.

Jim Kelley

October 31, 2017

Dear Mike and Family-I am so sorry for your loss. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jim Ryan

October 31, 2017

Mike, I am very sorry to hear of your wife's passing.

Dave & Carol Schmauk

October 31, 2017

Dear Mike,
We are friends of Pavlicks and Kerrigans, and have been with you many times on Singer Island, so perhaps you will remember us.

We were shocked and tremendously saddened by the death of Claire, who we enjoyed immensely, particularly her funny comments and lovely personality.

May your faith somehow get you through and sustain you in this extremely difficult time. We cannot imagine your sorrow.

In deep sorrow,

Dave and Carol Schmauk

Claire Colman McTavish

October 31, 2017

Paul, sorry to hear of your sister's passing.

October 31, 2017

My sincere condolences. Find comfort in the God who is close to the brokenhearted.

Ed Tausevich

October 30, 2017

Claire will be sadly missed on the altar of Saint Clare. I have been blessed to have known her. Ed Tausevich.

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