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JOHN O'DONNELL Obituary

O'DONNELL, John J. Lifelong resident of Dorchester, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of the late Patricia A. (Durnin) O'Donnell. Loving father of Joseph B. & Christine O'Donnell, both of Dorchester, and the late Kathleen O'Donnell. Also survived by many loving cousins & neighbors. Vet. Korean War, USMC. Visiting Hours in the John J. O'Connor & Son Funeral Home, 740 Adams St., (near Gallivan Blvd.) DORCHESTER, Monday from 4-8pm. Funeral Mass in St. Brendan's Church Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock. Relatives & friends are respectfully invited. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of John to St. Brendan's Parish, 15 Rita Rd., Dorchester, MA 02124. Interment in New Calvary Cemetery. For directions & expressions of sympathy, www.oconnorandson.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 9 to Oct. 13, 2019.

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Louise Manna

October 13, 2019

Joe and Christine, we are very sorry to hear of John's passing. We are away until midweek so unable to be at the services. Our deepest condolences to you both.
Paul and Louise Manna

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John J. O'Connor & Son Funeral Home

740 Adams Street, Dorchester, MA 02122

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