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Frederick Close Obituary

CLOSE, Frederick G. Of Westwood, died October 28th, 2010. Beloved husband of Nancy M. (Barry) Close for 39 years. Loving father of Kathleen Hammer and her husband Kevin of Stoughton, Timothy Close of Waltham, Jeremy Close of Huntington Beach, CA and Jennifer Miller and her husband Robert of Walpole. Devoted grandfather of Kayla Garey of Walpole and the late Jordyn Miller. Brother of David Close of Colebrook, NH, Barry Close of Norton and the late Philip Close. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours in the Holden, Dunn and Lawler Funeral Home, 55 High Rock St. (off Route 109) WESTWOOD on Monday Nov. 1st from 4-8 p.m. Funeral from the funeral home on Tuesday morning Nov. 2nd at 9 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Margaret Mary Church at 10 a.m. Interment at Knollwood Memorial Park, Canton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Frederick's memory to VNA Care Network & Hospice, Development Office, 5 Federal Street, Danvers, MA 01923. Holden-Dunn-Lawler www.hdlfuneralhome.net

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 30 to Oct. 31, 2010.

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Julie Davis

November 4, 2010

We are deeply sorry for your loss. You are all in out prayers.
With our Love,
The Grimadli Davis Family

Karyn Morrison

November 4, 2010

I have been seeing Mr. Close dancing with Jordyn just like hi hid with Kayla when she was little. He was always a proud husband, father and grandfather. May he keep watching over his family as time goes on. We will all miss him dearly.

Tasha Brookman

November 4, 2010

we will always miss you

Tasha Brookman

November 4, 2010

Me and my family are so sorry for your loss we wish we cold have been there!! love you guys!
Tasha Dow Brookman & Family

Jennifer Rahwan

November 4, 2010

Oh boy. Where to begin! To Jen, Nancy and family may you find comfort in all of your memories! He had a great life. A life with an amazing wife and 4 amazing children and 2.5 granddaughters! He will surely be watching over all of you with Jordyn. He will get to spend time with her. He will be able to guide her up in heaven. He won't be alone. Try and remember the good times and laugh at the funny ones! RIP Fred!

Karen Alexander

November 1, 2010

So sorry for your loss. I only met him once, he was so nice and very interesting to talk to. He will be with you, always, in your heart. Thinking of you and remembering you in prayer.

October 31, 2010

How many wonderful memories we have of dear Fred from years ago--4th of July cookouts, Nauset Beach, visits to the house after church, beautiful wooden furniture, the antique auto, feeding racoons, and so many more! May the special moments and beautiful memories bring smiles to you through your sorrows. Wish we could be there with you. Love and prayers to all, Barbara and Patti

October 31, 2010

Thinking of you in this time of sorrow and mourning may god keep his lovings arms around you for comfort and peace.
johnny and marilyn

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