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for Colleen O'Farrell
Nancy(Popp) and Vin Cooney
May 17, 2010
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Horan- I just found out about Colleen's passing. I can't begin to understand how you must feel. My sister Karen and I loved playing basketball with Colleen in Woburn. She always had a smile on her face, and encouragement for everyone. My husband had known her too when we all went to Curry College. What a spirit she always had. We're sending our prayers.
Lisa Ragucci-Perry
May 13, 2010
Pete, Michael, Jackie,Richard,Joan and Christine, I just found out about Colleen's passing as I happened upon her notice online. I only met her once down the Cape a few years ago, but I remember her fondly. So sorry to hear about your loss. My heart and prayers go out to you all during your time of need.
Lisa Ragucci-Perry
May 13, 2010
I only met Colleen, her husband, and children once when I visited with her sister Christine and parents at their house down the Cape a few years ago. She was a lovely and warm person. I lost my cousin Joanne to Cancer a couple of years ago. My heart and prayers go out to her husband, children, and their entire family and friends during their time of need.
Kristen Haverty Dee
January 22, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. Horan, My family and I were so very sad to hear of Colleen's passing. I have some great memories playing little league softball with Colleen-she was a great girl and always so kind to me. My thoughts and prayers are with you as well as her husband and children.
Kristen Haverty Dee
Darlene Fabrizio (Surrette)
January 19, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. Horan and Christine, My mother and I am so very sorry to hear about Colleen. We had so much fun playing together as kids. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as well as with her husband and children.
God Bless, Darlene and Rita Surrette
Anita Lipsett
January 19, 2010
Joan- I am so sorry to hear this news. Colleen will be the shinest star up in the sky because she was one here with everyone she met in life. I pray for you and your family to be strong. You were a wonderful mom and best friend to your daughter. Love, Anita and Anita
Brian Horan
January 19, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Brian Horan & Family
David Surrette
January 18, 2010
Mr.& Mrs. Horan and Christine, I was very sorry to hear about the loss of Colleen. I know its been a lot of years but I still think of your family when I drive by the old house on Russell St. My thoughts and prayers are with Colleen's husband, two children and you during this most difficult time.
Sincerely, David
January 18, 2010
Colleen and I met at Curry. She was always someone I could count on. Her strength was an inspiration to us all. My memories of our friendship always make me smile. I will pray for you as you begin to heal.
Mary Campbell Tharp
Fran Hession
January 17, 2010
I had the pleasure of meeting Colleen through the Greater Foxboro Relay for Life. I only hope she knows the strength and courage she exhibited to all. Her presentations to our survivors over the past few years were such an inspiration to all of us. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Fran Hession - former co-chair of Greater Foxboro Relay For Life.
Norm & Jeannette Chipman
January 17, 2010
Our hearts and thoughts are with you and your family.
Nancy Mackenzie
January 17, 2010
Pete, Michael & Jacquelyn,
Please know you are all in our hearts and prayers.
Love & Friendship,
Nancy, Chris, Mack, Adam & Noah Mackenzie
January 17, 2010
My thought and prayers are with your family.
Patty Walsh DiGaetano ACHS '86
Anonymous
January 16, 2010
I was moved by the story of your beloved daughter, wife and mother. Colleen was too young to be taken from you. Please know all of you are in my thoughts and prayers in the difficult days and weeks ahead. In time, you will smile at your happy memories.
Kerri DeSisto
January 16, 2010
I just wanted to send my deepest sympathy to all of Colleen's family. I only had the pleasure of meeting Colleen a couple times, when she brought Michael in to see his Grandfather at work :) however I felt like I knew her very well from the way her Father spoke about her...she is a wonderful Mother and person all around. My heart breaks for all of you and Michael and Jackie. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and again I am deeply sorry for your loss.
January 16, 2010
Dear Christine and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time for you and your family.
Love,
Paula Weafer
Linda Dracopoulos
January 16, 2010
Colleen and I have not crossed paths in many decades, though she has always been in my thoughts as I hear of her journey from my dad. My heart goes out to Dick and Joan, as well as her husband and children. With prayers, Linda Dracopoulos (daughter of Ray and Virginia Wilton)
Kathy Guerriere
January 16, 2010
Colleen touched so many of us because she was remarkable in both sickness & health. Good times & bad, we will often think of her struggle and remember to honor her by Living Life & Playing Hard. My deepest sympathy to all of you.
Kristen McElaney
January 16, 2010
Pete-
Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We are here to support you.
Kristen McElaney
Anne And John Urbaczewski
January 16, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
January 16, 2010
To The O'Farrell and Horan Family,
My prayers are with all of you. Lean on all of us for strength and know how much you're all loved by all of us who care for you. As you try to deal with this profound loss, know that each tear that you cry is a note of love rising to heaven where Colleen rests with God.
Peace be with you.
My deepest sympathy,
Susan Luongo
Ann McCarthy
January 16, 2010
Dear Family of Colleen,
Having only had the privilege of knowing and caring for Colleen for a short time,I will always hold her close to my heart.I will especially remember her sense of humor."I hope the kids are not driving Peter,that wouldn't be safe!" God bless you all.
Ann McCarthy (Colleen's nurse)
Always Smiling
Nicole Walsh
January 16, 2010
To My Dear Friends:
Pete, Michael and Jacquelyn;
Richard, Joan and Christine;
Jerry and Gerry,
We were all so blessed to have Colleen in our lives. But she, too, was blessed to have all of you. Her light will continue to shine down upon you. Try to find some comfort knowing you now have a very special angel watching over you all (though she probably already traded in her halo for Mickey ears).
We don't know why He chose to take her from all of us so early. I like to think of it as this...
When we pick a flower we always choose the most beautiful one. Sometimes God does that, too.
My thoughts and prayers will be with all of you always. We will continue to support our favorite little Walpole family, so they can Live Life Play Hard!
With Love and Friendship,
Nicole, Rob, Justin & Griffin
Nancy Horan
January 16, 2010
Pete, Michael, Jackie, Richard, Joan and Christine,
Colleen's passing is a devastating loss for you and the entire family. I have admired her strength and courage as she fought so hard for so many years. I believe she is now at peace and in the good company of some very special people. You are and will continue to be in my prayers as you face the difficult days ahead.
Love, Nancy
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