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Ellen McDonough Obituary

Of West Roxbury, formerly of Hyde Park, died peacefully at her residence, November 8. Beloved daughter of the late Michael and Mary McDonough. Devoted sister of Sr. Therese McDonough, M.M.M. of Portsmouth, NH, Michael and his wife Esperanza McDonough of FL, Margaret and her husband Donald Marcum of RI, Mary Ann McDonough of West Roxbury, Martin McDonough of Falmouth. Dear friend & companion of Pierre Quirin of Wellesley Hills. Devoted aunt of Greg Marcum of RI. Also survived by a host of friends & extended family here & in Ireland. Funeral from the Laughlin, Nichols & Pennacchio Funeral Home, 34 Oak St. (cor. Maple St.), HYDE PARK, Saturday at 11:15 a.m., followed with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John Chrysostom Church, 4740 Washington St., West Roxbury at noon. Relatives & friends respectfully invited. Visiting hours prior to Mass from 9:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Ellen's memory to the Medical Missionaries of Mary, 845 Woodbury Ave., Portsmouth, NH 08301. (Doorman parking). Loughlin, Nichols & Pennacchio F.H. Hyde Park(617) 361-2410

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 9 to Nov. 10, 2007.

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mary holbrook

May 27, 2008

We were very sorry to hear of Ellens passing. We all have a lot of fond memories of your family The Hartigan Family

Gerard and Ann King

February 7, 2008

We would like to extend our sympathy and prayers to the McDonough family. Ellen had that great irish humour and made a great cup of tea. We are deeply sadden to hear of her passing.

Carolyn

January 23, 2008

Wow, I'm just hearing about this now. Very sad news. Ms. McDonough was the best chemistry teacher ever. She will always be remembered as a patient, quick witted inspirational, strong woman.

Cassie Ross

November 14, 2007

I will always remember the good times we had in Ellen's carpool[1972 Dodge Dart] The snow days we left Liberty early to beat the storms home. [Ellen never had snow tires} She would see a snow flake and we would all have to run to the parking lot[ha]. We will miss her and her wonderful sense of humor. The Carpool Girls

Jean McDonough

November 13, 2007

Please accept my deepest sympathy on Ellen's passing. I worked with Ellen many years ago in the Boston office. Ellen always had a smile on her face. She was a delight.

claire & John pope

November 9, 2007

To The McDonough Family:
John and I extend our deepest heartfelt sympathy to all of you in the days of your sorrow. I was very saddened by the loss of Ellen.
In earlier years, we shared allot of fond memories. I always had a blast sleeping over the McDounough house and having tea. Ellen and I spent time in California,skiing in North Conway and over forty years ago, Ellen was a bridesmaid at my wedding. Ellen had a heart of gold,
but most of all, she knew the true meaning of the word love and I mean
unconditional love.

Lori Ryan Sciurca

November 9, 2007

My sincerest condolences to the entire McDonough Family. Ellen was such a wonderful person.

Elaine Martino

November 9, 2007

Ellen was one of a kind. A truly classy lady who will always be remembered fondly by all. She was truly a pleasure to work with. My thoughts and prayers are with her loving friends and family. She often spoke very fondly of you all. May she rest in blessed peace.

Mary Ellen Sambuco MMM

November 9, 2007

Ellen was such a gift. Her wit, love of life, warm, caring personality will make her forever remembered. I feel blessed to have known her.

Margaret Lupinski

November 9, 2007

Ellen was a wonderful friend. I will miss her. She had a great sense of humor and no one could tell a story like Ellen! With Love,

SANDRA SPARROW

November 9, 2007

WE FEEL SO BLESSED FOR HAVING KNOWN ELLEN OVER THESE MANY YEARS. WHENEVER WE WERE WITH HER, SHE WAS SO FUN, KIND, CARING, AND LOVING. WE WILL MISS HER INFECTIOUS SMILE. NOW REST GENTLY IN GOD'S LOVING ARMS. LOVE, WAYNE, SANDY, BRIAN AND KAITLIN

EILEEN PERRY

November 9, 2007

My condolences to the McDonough family and friends. Ellen was a wonderful person and fun to work with.

Esperanza McDonough

November 9, 2007

On memory of Ellen McDonough,

A wonderful sister in/law and a friend who will be miss dearly.
And miss for her charm and loving
smile.

Michael and Esperanza McDonough.
Palm Spring, Fl.

Moira & Bill Hershey

November 9, 2007

Ellen was a wonderful friend to us, we will miss her dearly. May she Rest In Peace.
We would like to extend our Deepest Sympathy and Prayers to the Mc Donough Family.

Susan Doty

November 9, 2007

Ellen was a wonderful, funny lady. I worked with Ellen in the Weston Office. Ellen will be missed. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.

June Fiore

November 9, 2007

Dear Margi, Mary Ann, Theresa, Martin, Michael and her dear friend Pierre: I was saddened to learn that your wonderful sister/dear friend had passed yesterday. Ellen was the epitome of a lifelong friend to me. When we would meet, even though it sometimes was infrequent, time stopped and we were “back in the day.” Please know of my sorrow for your loss and that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May Ellen rest in the peace of Christ.

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