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DONNA CORCORAN Obituary

CORCORAN, Donna J. (Bergman) 71, a lifelong resident of Norwood, passed away Fri., Dec. 28 after a long courageous battle with cancer. Born Feb. 17, 1941, and educated, in Norwood, the daughter of the late Bernard Bergman and Beaulah (Higgins), she was the beloved wife of Gerald Corcoran of Norwood, loving mother of Lisa and her husband Domenic Silletti of Norwood, John Corcoran of Tampa, FL, and Susan and her husband, Richard Tomasello of Hopkinton, NH, cherished grandmother of Allison and Jack Silletti, the devoted sister of Judy and her husband, Alex McClintock of Wrentham and Steven Bergman and his wife Kate of Marshfield and the aunt of several nieces and nephews. She retired from the Town of Norwood Retirement Board after many years of service, Midland County Bank, and South Shore Bank. Donna was active as a volunteer in the Norwood Hospital Auxiliary, Norwood Girl Scouts, Greater Norwood ACS Relay for Life, and Emmanuel Lutheran Church. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, Jan. 3, at 9 AM from the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole St., (Rt. 1A) NORWOOD, followed by a Funeral Service at 10 AM at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 24 Berwick St., Norwood. Interment will be private. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday, Jan. 2, from 4-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Donna's memory to the Norwood Girl Scouts, Eastern Mass Council c/o Kim Locke, 15 Forbes Rd, Norwood, MA 02062, Emmanuel Lutheran Church or a charity of your choice. For more information, or to leave online condolences, please visit www.gilloolyfuneralhome.com. Gillooly Funeral Home Norwood 781-762-0174

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 29 to Dec. 30, 2012.

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Lisa Silletti

January 24, 2013

Thank you to our family and friends for all your kind expressions of sympathy at the loss of our mother, Donna. She will be missed and heaven did indeed gain an angel.

Mick & John Gibbens

January 22, 2013

John & Lisa
We are sad to hear your loss and hope that the memories you have can ease your pain at this time. We remember you mothers kindness and sense of fun when we visited all those years ago.

David Bagby & family

January 7, 2013

John, Gerald and rest of Corcoran family. From my family to yours, we send our deepest sympathy in your loss. I was fortunate to have met Donna a few years ago in Florida. What an awesome individual and I can easily see why she was loved by so many. Heaven truly gained an angel.

(troop 4267) Morris

January 3, 2013

Every Norwood Girl Scout was blessed by a great lady and truly a role model! Many exciting New York City trips thanks to all her hard work and dedication can be remembered by all. We are so sorry for your family's loss.

Judy MacLellan

January 3, 2013

To the family of Donna Corcoran, Donna was the most upbeat funloving person anyone would ever want to meet. When I took the position at the Retirement Office were Donna retired from, she was so kind and patient teaching me the ropes. We had a lot of laughs and I will never forget her love a devotion to her family and friends. If everyone had an attitude like her this world would be a much better place.
God Bless You Donna,
With Much Love and sorrow,
Judy MacLellan

Florentine Overko

January 3, 2013

Dear Corcoran Family,
Grandma Donna was the most beautiful person, both inside and out. She always made people happy around her. May her soul rest in peace
Love,
Florentine

Mary Beth MacLeod

January 2, 2013

Gerry, Susan, Lisa, John, Steven and Judy - I will always remember Donna's beautiful smile. So many wonderful memories we all have. Thinking of you all. Mary Beth

Sandy Hanks

January 2, 2013

Gerald, John, Lisa, Susan

I am so sorry for your loss. Donna has always been an inspiration to me because of her strong will and positive outlook on life. I am so glad that I was able to see her a year ago. She will be missed.

Sandy Hanks

January 2, 2013

Gerald, John, Lisa, Susan

I am so sorry for your loss. Donna has always been an inspiration to me because of her strong will and positive outlook on life. I am so glad that I was able to see her a year ago. She will be missed.

Erik Bergman

January 1, 2013

Aunt Donna was larger than life! I was happy I got to see her on Christmas Eve, as it reminded me of 20+ years of Christmas Eves past. Her house was always the hotbed of activity, the place everyone gathered. Donna was fantastic, and that's how I'll remember her.

My heartfelt condolences to Gerald, Lisa, John, Susan, my Dad and Aunt Judy. We all know she is cracking a joke up in heaven right now.

I am so sorry I cannot be there to share in celebrating Donna's memory, but please know I love you all with all my heart.

January 1, 2013

You were allways nice to me Donna. You will still live on even though you are not with us. I will miss you kid. Rest in peace.

John Bayley

January 1, 2013

Gerald, Lisa, John, Susan

I am sorry for your loss.

Donna was such a huge inspiration to all of us! I felt like I was her second son. She help molded us to who / how we are today. We all put here through some tough times; she always found a way to not only persevere but turn us a round somehow as well. She made all of us go to church, (except Gerald) I will always cherish those mayhem mornings. I will forever be great full to your wonderful mother and wife for making me feel like family.

Many others feel the same way about Donna molding them, and are feeling this loss with you. On behalf of them all our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time in your lives.

Love Always'

John Bayley

January 1, 2013

Donna, I will miss you!

You always treated me like your second son, as I was growing up. The nights and weekends I spent at your house, all the trips I was part of, even all the trouble John and I gave you, are part of my memories. Only someone that made them a part of their family could have done all these things, Donna you made me feel like I was part of yours! The love and affection you showed during those years will be forever in my thoughts.

Love Always'

Jim & Ken Corcoran

December 31, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Debbie Wilkes

December 30, 2012

Gerald, Lisa, John and Susan..

So sorry for your loss..I have many fun memories of Donna..she was always a bright spot in every day..one of the most positive people I've ever known. She was truly a blessing. She will be missed.

Debbie

December 30, 2012

The Casey Family; Paul, Mary, Patrick and Moira send our deepest condolences and love.

December 30, 2012

Donna was a very special lady. Her smile lit up a room and I loved her so much. I am really going to miss her but a true angel like her deserves no more suffering and she WILL always be with us. My deepet sympathies to the family. You are blessed with many years of beautiful memories. RIP Donna & God bless you. Amy Gallagher & family

Kimberly Locke

December 30, 2012

We have many wonderful memories of Mrs. Corcoran. Her energy made her one of the most lovely people to be around.
She was a true treasure and will be greatly missed.
Our deepest sympathies are with you all and we are here for you if you need anything.
Love, Kim and Korinna

sandi ruscetta

December 30, 2012

Your mother's smile so warm made an impression first time I met her. She was a warm loving and wise lady.

Your mother was an inspiration and offered guidance and support to many.

Sandi Ruscetta

December 30, 2012

Gerald and Family, Donna was a love and she had many dear friends. She will always be in our hearts. Dee Brooks and Bob Desmond.

Barbara Norton

December 30, 2012

Dear Gerry and Family,
Having known you all since the children were teens, it feels like we are family. Donna was always so good to everyone. She opened your house to all. She never gave in to her sickness and never complained. She was an amazing person. We are so blessed to have had her in our lives for so many variuos reasons. She will never be forgoten. She was truly one in a million.
Love Barbara and Bud Norton

JeanneMarie Norton

December 30, 2012

Dear Gerry, Lisa, John, Susan, Allison and Jack,
I am so sorry for your loss. Donna was like a second mother to me. I am grateful for all the time I got to spend with her and all of you over the past months. Even until the end she kept smiling and never gave up. She has been such a big part of my life since we were teens. She taught me alot. How to be strong, courageous, positive. I will never forget her. She will always be a part of me, And if any of you need anything I will always be here for all of you.

Love Always
JeanneMarie Norton

Christine Sheehan

December 30, 2012

Dear Corcoran Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. You were all so good to her As she was good to everyone. She fought a courageous battle always smiling. She is an inspiration to everyone. She will never be forgotten. You all will remain forever in our prayers.
Love The Sheehans
Chrissy(Jeannes sister), Mark and Colin

Mike Miller

December 30, 2012

John, Gerald and Family. We had so many great talks about the things she cared most of, family and friends, during her visits to Tampa. She was a wonderful friend and confidant to me and my daughter Monica. We were blessed to have her in our lives. A true treasure.

Veronica McElaney

December 29, 2012

Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.

Thank you for being a wonderful presence in our lives
Love, Veronica and Connor

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