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John Carney Obituary

Partner in the former law firm of Young & Carney in Boston. John lived in Grafton, formerly in Weston, March 24. Beloved husband of Cleo (Olgas) Carney. Devoted father of Susan L. Carney of Hamden, CT, J. Scott Carney of Brooklyn, NY, Paul S. Carney of Amsterdam Netherlands, Peter M. Carney of Mansfield, Jonathan D. Carney of Burlington, Stuart A. Carney of Merrimack, NH, Brother of the late Jeanne Kelley, also survived by 12 grandchildren. Memorial Service in the George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 477 Washington St., (Rte. 16) WELLESLEY, Friday, April 5, at 1 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly invited. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made in John's memory to Smithsonian Institution-Friends of Jazz, C/O Ken Kimery, P.O. Box 37012, Building NMAH, Rm. 4100, MRC 616, Washington DC 20013-7012. or to the American Library Assoc., C/O Lainie Castle, Development Office, 50 East Huron, Chicago, IL 60611. Graduate of Boston University & Boston University Law School. Member of the Mass & Boston Bar Assoc. WW II Navy Veteran. His life revolved around his family, books, travel & trad jazz. George F. Doherty & Sons Wellesley 781-235-4100

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Published by Boston Globe from Mar. 28 to Mar. 29, 2002.

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Jamie Gorelick

April 9, 2002

Dear Carney Clan:



Rich and I were so saddened -- and shocked -- by John's loss. We have fond memories of the boisterous and loving Carney household. The stories of John's many opinions, generously shared, are legend among Susan's friends. Contemplating a life without John's endearing contributions and the many gifts of love that he gave his family is no doubt very hard.



We see his legacy, in his children and grandchildren. Please know that he and you are in our thoughts and prayers.



Jamie Gorelick and Richard Waldhorn

Bill & De Forbes

March 29, 2002

It's with great sorrow that we heard of our old friend's passing. We can only imagine the grief that you, Cleo, and the children feel at this time. Please know that our condolences are deeply felt. De and Bill

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