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EDWIN J. HACKER M.D. Jr.

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EDWIN HACKER Obituary

HACKER, Edwin J. Jr., MD Passed away Saturday, January 18th in his 73rd year at Jordan Hospital. He was surrounded by his daughters Elizabeth Libby Hacker of Scituate, MA, Leslie Overbye of Wellesley, MA and Hilary Gately of Duxbury, MA as well as his life partner Laurel Flanagan and family. Dr. Hacker had practiced internal medicine in Plymouth for 41 years before retiring a year ago. Through the course of his work he was a healer and friend to countless patients. A native of Indiana, Dr. Hacker graduated from Indiana University medical school in 1965 and served as a Captain in the US army before completing his specialty training in gastroenterology at Washington University Medical School (Barnes Hospital) in St Louis. As a long time Duxbury resident, many will remember, in addition to his friendship and wry sense of humor, his many interests and hobbies. He was an avid pilot, sailor, scuba diver, world traveler and a prolific painter. Additional survivors include his sisters Eugenia Robinson and Barbara Wilson of Fort Branch, Indiana and two grandchildren. He is also survived by members of the Flanagan family: Rick Flanagan of St. Croix, Michael Flanagan of Rio, FL, Diane Mehegan of Duxbury, Jim Flanagan of Duxbury, Karen Williamson of Ft Myers, FL, John Flanagan of Duxbury as well as six grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Dr. Hacker will be laid to rest in the family plot in Fort Branch, Indiana. A local memorial service will be held in the Spring, time and date to be announced. Donations may be made to either the Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth Critical Care Unit (CCU) or the Arthritis Foundation. Arrangements are by Cartmell Funeral Home of Plymouth. Condolences may be made at www.cartmellfuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Jan. 20 to Jan. 21, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for EDWIN HACKER

23 Entries

David

March 29, 2023

I used to fly planes with Dr Hacker out of Plymouth Airport. He was a real nice man and real funny. He loved bad weather and flying in IFR conditions. I never knew he was Army but I could always sense it. Im sure he is watching over everybody from Heaven and helping repair of heal people up there too.

Jame Beseske

March 16, 2020

Sorry for your loss he was a good man and a good doctor. I was a physical therapist at Jordan hospital from the mid-70s until about 1980. Had my private practice in North Plymouth from 1980 to 1990. I worked with dr. Hacker through those years. Even though I didn't know him well he was always considerate thoughtful and informative. Sorry for your loss he was a good man and a good doctor.

Larry Rekart

August 9, 2016

While searching for an old friend I sadly came across his obituary. I served with Ed while stationed with the Army in Springfield, Massachusetts. He was a calming influence during those stormy times. Ed and his wife, Joan, befriended my wife while I served in Vietnam. A wonderful man. Sadly missed.

Melissa and mike Silvia

February 5, 2014

So sorry for your loss he was a fantastic doctor and person. He was our primary dr for over 20 years. Was sad when he retired, now even sadder he has passed. The world lost a wonderful person. Rip dr hacker you will be missed.

Rebecca Esip, RN

February 5, 2014

I worked with Dr Hacker for a short while, and he was my grandparents MD years ago. I was always amazed at how down to earth and genuinely kind he was. My condolences to your family, he was an amazing person and I know he will be missed terribly.

Bobby Laine

February 4, 2014

So sorry to hear of Doctor Hackers passing , he was a great PC doctor he was always a man you could sit , talk to and trust his opinion . A once in a lifetime type of guy ! God Bless.

Dorothy Butler

January 31, 2014

Dr. Hacker was my primary for over twenty-five years - a true gentleman and a great doctor. Dr. Hacker was always right on with diagnostics. You'll be sadly missed.

Barbara Ward

January 28, 2014

Laurel, so sorry for your loss…you had many happy years together let this memories comfort you

Karyl and Gil Silva

January 26, 2014

We are so saddened to hear that our beloved Dr Hacker has passed away. He was our family doctor, friend and confidant for nearly forty years.

Rosemary Raymond

January 25, 2014

I cried when I left your office when you retired and to see your Obit I cried even more, I wish I had remembered to take my painting, You are sadly missed by all, The Greatest Doctor for thirty years. You achieved so Much in life. A Great Man! To your Family, So Sorry for your Loss :(

Rob Guerriero

January 25, 2014

Dr Hacker was the best doctor I have had. Always attentive and never in a rush to move on to the next patient. You always knew you had his full attention. Thank you Dr Hacker for the years of wonderful care.

Ellen Epperson-Hodgen

January 24, 2014

Ed and the rest of his class were some of the best and sharpest looking basketball players ever to graduate from FBHS. We all admired him so much. Although he left us after college, we were proud of his accomplishments and his family. We are sharing your sorrow.

Mary Leo-Aguilar

January 23, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of Doctor Hacker's passing. He was wonderful with my mother, and treated my whole family with kindness, compassion and respect. He always had time for us, spoke lovingly of his family and enjoyed sharing his artwork and vacation adventures. Rest assured, he will be sorely missed but fondly remembered. I have no doubt that my Mom was there to greet him.

Leo Shea

January 23, 2014

Over 30 years ago I was in need of a PCP. I was sent to the "new" doctor in town. He greeted me with a cast on his arm. Skiing accident he said. I hoped he was a better doctor than skier. He was a keeper. For over 30 years he was there when needed. The best part was after the professional meeting when he brought you into his private office. Just 2 friends having a chat. Don't see too much of that these days. My wife and mother were in his care and also share my memories of a warm and caring friend.

Peter Boncek

January 23, 2014

Dr Hacker was a great doctor and a great man. He was the primary for my parents before they passed and he was my primary for over 25 years. I have a tattoo of my parents on my back and every time he saw it
he would say "hello Bob and Lydia".

Although I never met them he would tell me about his daughters and what part of the world he just came back from scuba diving.

Rest In Peace Dr Hacker. The pain is gone.

Cheryl Hayes

January 21, 2014

Doctor hacker was a great doctor he treated us awesome. He always came through and helped us out on many occasions. We have one of hi paintings hanging up in our house, we will always remember him fondly when we look at it. Wil, Cheryl and Bryan

January 21, 2014

I worked with Dr Hacker at Jordan Hospital for 35+ years, and he was my husband's and my primary physician for many of them. His sense of humor, his concern for his patients, will be missed. He always treated nurses as peers and listened to us. I will always smile and think of EJ for the rest of my life when I see an atomic fireball. Rest easy friend

January 21, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with Dr. Hacker's family and especially his companion Laurel and her family during this very difficult time. Dr. Hacker was not only our family doctor but he and Laurel were very close friends. He was a real country doctor and a true gentleman and definitely will be missed by those whose lives he touched. RIP Dr. Hacker and may your sailing seas always be safe. Bob & Maryellen (Cappella) Ward

Pamela K ennedy

January 21, 2014

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

January 21, 2014

Ed was my primary care physician since the mid 70's. He was always very caring. He used to tell me about his flying adventures. He was a superb doctor and friend.
Walter Correa

Sue Murphy

January 20, 2014

My thoughts & prayers are with the family. I worked with Dr. Hacker or Ed as we called him for years. I can truly say, he was a great guy... Loved his stories & pictures of scuba diving.. Saw him in December & was hoping he was on the mend!!! To his girls... He loved you very much...he was so proud.. To Laurel... You were his rock.. He will be missed by many. One go the good guys...

January 20, 2014

I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Hacker at Jordan Hospital. He was always kind, sweet and of good humor. He was easy to work with and always took excellent care of his patients and treated the nurses as colleagues. Thank you Dr. Hacker for many fond memories and the years of wisdom that you shared with all of us. You will be missed!

Frank Finkelstein MD

January 20, 2014

Always a gentleman

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