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JAMES CONWAY Obituary

CONWAY, Dr. James F. Jr. Died peacefully on December 2, 2023, surrounded by his family. Born in Boston, he was the son of the late Dr. James F. Conway and Mary Campbell Conway. He leaves his loving wife of over 53 years, Ruth Struck Conway; four sons, James III (South Burlington, VT), Thomas (Kelly, San Diego, CA), Paul (Jodie, Framingham, MA), Patrick (Heidi, Anchorage, AK); two daughters, Kathleen Haley (Colin, Milton, MA) and Elizabeth Baker (Michael, Norwood, MA); as well as 15 grandchildren. In addition, he leaves his brother, Rev. Richard Conway (Dorchester, MA); sister, Mary Stewart (Framingham, MA); and sister in-law, Lorraine Conway (Windham, NH). He was predeceased by his brothers, Michael and Stephen; and his sister, Sr. Maria Pedro of the Society of the Marist Sisters (Ellen). His family remembers a kind, loving and dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. Jim was a graduate of Boston College High School, Boston College and Tufts University School of Medicine. He served in the U.S. Army in Danang, Vietnam, and completed residencies at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Boston and the State University of New York at Buffalo. In 1973, Jim joined a private urology practice in Manchester, New Hampshire and was one of the founding members of Manchester Urology Associates. He practiced medicine in Manchester for 35 years. Jim was very involved in hospital governance throughout his career. He served on the Elliot Hospital Board of Trustees for over 20 years, including three years as chairman. He also was on the board of Optima Health for the attempted merger of the Elliot Hospital with the Catholic Medical Center, and was the founder and Medical Director of the Max K. Willscher Urology Center. Visiting Hours: Calling Hours are Thursday, December 7, 2023, from 4 to 7 PM at Connor-Healy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 537 Union Street, MANCHESTER, NH. The funeral will be held Friday, December 8, 2023, with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10 AM, in Saint Elizabeth Seton Church, 190 Meeting House Road, Bedford, NH. Burial with military honors will take place in Town House Cemetery, Tuftonboro, NH at a later date. In addition to donating his time, he was a generous supporter of various causes, including the Marist Missionary Sisters and Veterans Count (through Easter Seals). Please omit flowers. Donations can be made to: Veterans Count c/o Easter Seals, NH: 555 Auburn St., Manchester, NH 03103. https://www.easterseals.com/nh/ways-to-give/donate.html Marist Missionary Sisters: 349 Grove St., Waltham, MA 02453. https://maristsmsm.org/donation Stonehill College: 320 Washington St., Easton, MA 02357. https://www.stonehill.edu/giving/ For more information visit: www.connorhealy.com.

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 4 to Dec. 5, 2023.

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Donald Rene

January 22, 2024

He was a wonderful caring Doctor who always went out of his way to meet you @ the Elliot ER when necessary. For me & my Father Marcel Rene.

Denis Hammond

December 15, 2023

Dear Conway Family,
I was at a social event last Friday when Dr. Will Selleck told me the sad news of Jim's passing.
Jim welcomed me to the practice of oncology in Manchester in 1978. At that time cancer medicine was generally considered a hopeless exercise, but Jim was warm and supportive. Through the years we shared in the effort to improve medical care in Manchester. His energy and optimism lifted me up when things seemed to be going in the wrong direction for medical care in our community. I will miss his strength and companionship. I can only imagine how greatly you and your family feel his loss.
I am with deepest sympathy, Sincerely yours, Denis Hammond

Poly Rounds

December 14, 2023

Dear Ruth and family, I am so addened by the news of Jim's passing and I share your grief. Jim had a special place in my heart as he welcomed me, new young doctor into the Elliot community. He was gracious, helpful and always a charming gentleman with a smile, a twinkle in his eye and a wry sense of humor. He led by example not only in his practie of medicine and ethical leadership but also as a leader to bring the staff together. I will always remember the Christmas parties he organized for the medical staff, much smaller at the time, where we got to know each other and develop the commeraderie and colligiality of the medical community. He is the example we should all strive for.

You have my heartfelt sympathy and prayers. With love, Poly Rounds

William Ruwell

December 12, 2023

I met Dr. Conway a number of years ago when he treated me for kidney stones. Very professional and assuring that everything will work out. Later as I worked for the valet service at Rivers Edge I had the opportunity to provide service for him when he came for numerous appointments. Always enjoyed the conversations we had. As time passed and I learned that he was at Elliot I made it a point to go up and see him. He remembered me from Rivers Edge and we engaged in a light conversation. My only regret is that I did not take more time to visit him. To his loving wife Ruth I would like to pass on my condolence - He was a great man- Bill Ruwell - Transporter Elliot Hospitsl

Peter Perich

December 11, 2023

My prayers and thoughts is with Dr. Conway’s family. I personally would like to thank him for being right on with my plan to survive prostate cancer. I am sure he is up in heaven working his magic with my sister Jo-Ann O’Connell. God bless Dr Conway.

Sheila(O´Neil)Smith

December 11, 2023

Ruth and family, Condolences to you and your family. Remember waiting on you at the Puritan Backroom late at night. Seeing you at track meets. Sorry for your loss James.

Chris Tessier

December 11, 2023

Ruth and children & family - so sorry to hear this news. Jim was a great mentor to me and others, always there for help and with an innate sense of the right and best way to do things. Tirelessly served Manchester, Elliot Hospital & patients. Old school but rolled with trends, such a great sense of humor. Thinking of you all

Simonne Huot

December 10, 2023

Our Dear Doctor Conway, we looked forward to being in his company. Pleasant, respectful, pleasant and joyful to us all. We had a wonderful celebration luncheon to honor his appointment to president of The Board, to us he was "The Chief" of us all. PACU staff 2005

Cheryl Mullen

December 8, 2023

Dear Ruth and Family,
During the Christmas season, I fondly recall my dearest memory of Dr. Conway. In the 1980´s, Dr. Daly would host his "special" nurses in his home. Dr. Conway would arrive, take his seat at the piano and play Christmas carols, while we gathered around him and sang.
I always held Dr. Conway in very high regard and was privileged to work with him. My deepest sympathies to all of you.
Cheryl Mullen, RN

Jay Marvin

December 8, 2023

Mrs. Conway, James and family - Sorry for your loss. I will always have fond memories of the Chestnut St. days spending time with your family especially on some of those Saturday afternoons watching and rooting for BC football with Dr Conway. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Claudette Jolin

December 7, 2023

Dear family of my friend /mentor Jim
I managed the operating/recovery at the VA Hospital where he help me set up and grow the urology services for Veterans along with Max Wiilscher
He was kind and a a young nurse instilled in me the confidence to going on as one of the first nurses to manage a federal budget. Of course he found new ways to help me spend it on urological equipment .He always left me after his work saying hang on kid you´re going to make it
Thanks for allowing me share .I will be at his mass hopefully my childhood friend Monsignor will say his mass as a final tribute

Stephen Dolman

December 7, 2023

Ruth and family ,I remember both mom & dad at the Hillside basketball games supporting the team. As coach your support and help was greatly appreciated. It was a privilege to coach your children ,that was due to the kind of parents you were. Please know that you have my deepest sympathy on your loss and that you are all in my prayers and thoughts

Claire and Ray Allard

December 7, 2023

Ruth and family, our sincere sympathy on Jim's passing. You will be in our prayers.

Megan Gayman Parker

December 7, 2023

Thinking of you all. I will always remember Dr. Conway as a dad who was always on the sideline, a man with a sharp wit and a great sense of humor, and a fellow Eagle!

Bonnie and Chuck Romanos

December 6, 2023

Please accept our sincere condolences for the passing of Dr.Conway.
I worked with him for many years at the Elliot and his office. My husband worked along side with him and was a patient as well.
Dr.Conway was a man of great integrity, knowledge and compassion.
My family will be forever grateful for him
Bonnie,Chuck Romanos and our families.

Bill Allen

December 6, 2023

Jim was a great guy and never too far from a hearty laugh. He and Max were a wonderful tandem and always had time to inquire about "what's going on in Boston" particularly Roslindale, Fallon Field., RIP Jim.

Karen Falvey McCormack

December 6, 2023

Ruth and Family,
Please accept my condolences. Jim and you all were such an intricate part of my life while married to your cousin, Jack Falvey.
I appreciate the times you offered your cabin on the lake for us to vacation. You will always be in my heart and prayers. Jim was a wonderful man. R.I.P.

Jane Sherwin

December 5, 2023

My family and I send our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Our parents always enjoyed sharing time with you (Ruth) and Jim. I remember his kindness, his gentleness and his sense of humor. Such a wonderful man; as a nurse, he always treated me with such respect. Heaven has indeed gained another Angel. God bless you all. Sincerely,
Jane Sherwin (on behalf of the Sherwin family)

Siri

December 5, 2023

Dr Conway. A gem of a human being. Working with him was a privilege when I was an RN in the Elliot ICU. Always a smile as he appeared to rescue our patients from urology woes. He would appear with his famous box of various catheters tucked under his arm to solve those issues. Rest peacefully Dr Conway. We all loved you!

Robin Nordle

December 5, 2023

Ruth and family... I am so sorry for your loss.. sending prayers

Anna Sarno Ryan

December 5, 2023

Jim, I was so fortunate to know you and have you as a professional mentor. I always enjoyed seeing and connecting with you and will miss your energy and your smile! Ruth, my sincerest condolences to you and your children. May happy memories from your time together keep his spirit alive in your hearts and help in your grieving in the time ahead. With love, Anna

Sharon Bourque

December 5, 2023

I was sad to hear the news about Dr Conway. I enjoyed working along side of him for many years. He will be missed. My condolences to your family.

Kay Smith

December 5, 2023

I’m sorry to see the news. He was one of my Ted’s good friends for many years. My condolences to your wonderful family.

Dick George 101st Airborne Division

December 5, 2023

Requiescat in pace amica meus! Ave at que vale!

Robert D Machain

December 5, 2023

Dr. Conway, Thank you for your service RDM Windham NH

Mike Casey(former MA resident)

December 5, 2023

Dr. Conway,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the U.S. Army in Vietnam. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Selma Naccach-Hoff

December 5, 2023

Dr. Conway was an icon in our community. His passing leaves a tremendous void on so many levels. Ruthe, you've lost your soulmate, and your children and grandchildren a loving and devoted father and grandfather. But his greater community also feels this palpable loss. As a doctor, he practiced with intelligence and compassion. As Elliot Hospital Board chair, he helped steer the system through some difficult times, and did so successfully. But most of all, he guided me in my emerging role as board member and, later, as its chair. His mentorship transformed into friendship, for which I am ever grateful. Paul and I extend our most heartfelt sympathy to you all.

Gene and Eleanor Lariviere

December 4, 2023

Jim was an excellent doctor and active member of the community. We have many fond memories of him. Our condolences to Ruth and the family.

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Doug Dean

December 4, 2023

Ruth, I’m so sad to see this. You and Jim had a wonderful life and a beautiful family. He was a physician that consistently maintained the highest standards of quality and compassion for patients. I held great respect for Jim and routinely sought his counsel in dealing with the complexities of managing Optima and Elliot. The world has lost a good man and your family is now dealing with the grief of losing its father, husband and grandpa. Genie and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest regrets Doug Dean

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