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Lillian Denley Obituary

Of Melrose, Nov. 13, 2007. Wife of 60 years to John F. "Jack" Denley. Mother of Susan E. DeStefano of Westford & her late husband John, Brian W. Denley & his wife Susan of Melrose, Patricia A. Skane of Reading & her late husband Steven and John W. Denley & his wife Ann of Sterling. Grandmother of Jennifer, Matthew, Rebecca, Rachael, John Michael, Kelsey & Jack. Great grandmother of Ivy, Philip, Nicholas, Andrew, Brian & Joshua. Also survived by several nieces & nephews. Funeral from the Gately Funeral Home, 79 W. Foster St. Melrose on Saturday, Nov. 17th at 9AM. Funeral Mass in St. Mary's Church, Herbert St. Melrose, at 10AM. Relatives & friends invited. Visiting hours Friday 4-8PM. Interment in Wyoming Cemetery in Melrose. For obituary, directions or to sign guest book please visit www.gatelyfh.com Gately Funeral Home 781-665-1949

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 15 to Nov. 16, 2007.

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Ellen and Andy Herf

November 16, 2007

Dear Brian,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love

Ellen and Andy

Dennis Brewster

November 16, 2007

Although I did not know Lillian very well, I have been acquainted with her husband Jackie for many years. My father, Arthur Brewster, worked with Jackie for many years on the Melrose Police Dept. and they were great friends. The policemen and their wives often socialized together in those days and always seemed to enjoy themselves immensely. I am sure Lillian, like my mother, Dorothy, was part of that group. They truly were the Greatest Generation. God Bless you Jackie, and all of your loved ones. I am truly sorry for your loss. Your wife was a great lady. My sister, Sandra Dinardi, also extends her condolences.

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