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Kevin M.Gannon
November 22, 2021
after all the things that you have taught us growing as kids how work with each other as a team and to get a long with one another can accomplish a lot I miss you Dad " love your son Kevin"....
Charles Gannon
April 26, 2010
Dad I miss you soo much. I know some times I was not the greatest son to you. Yet you loved me anyways as a son. I will miss all of the wonderful stories, you would tell of your life growing up, and the war. You were a great father, and I'll miss you . God Bless, and Take care.
Greg Gannon
February 15, 2010
u were a great father you showed me alot i miss and love you your son Greg
Madlyn Gillespie McPherson
February 5, 2010
Dear Gannon Family,
How many wonderful memories I have of Matty Gannon during his days at Gillespie Ford. He would always have a laugh or a story for us as we counted those nuts and bolts in the parts department for the business. I would have recognized his picture anywhere, and reading about his wonderful life with such a devoted family brought tears to my eyes. I thank God and you for sharing him and allowing him to be a part of our lives.
February 1, 2010
Trish - I am so sorry to here of the loss of your dad. He was an extraordinary man.
Love, Lissa (Julie's niece)
Peter Carloni
January 26, 2010
Mrs. Gannon & Family,
I just learned tonight and I'm so sorry for missing this. I could write a book here. I am so thankful for all of the memories that I have being your neighbor and a friend to your family. Your husband spent a lot of time with us and he meant the world to us. He taught and introduced us to so many different things. I still find myself reflecting back on and telling stories about those memories. I wish you all the best in your time of sorrow. I know you will miss him. God Bless.
Mike Casey
January 25, 2010
Mr. Gannon,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the U.S. Army Air Forces during WW II and for being a member of the Greatest Generation. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Diane Sturgill(Jansky)
January 24, 2010
Miriam,
I just want to express my condolences on the loss of your husband. Unfortunately, I didn't get to know Matt but he truly was a hero. Anybody that would accept children as thier own is to be commended .I thank you both for acceping my brother and sister as your own. You and your family will be in my prayers for the Lord to give you the strength and guidane you will need to get through this time.
Disney Store
January 24, 2010
To the Gannon Family: Our condolences on the loss of Mr. Gannon. He was a true hero in every sense of the word. His legacy lives on in each and every one of you. We will miss his weekly visits. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. The Cast of Disney Store #319, South Shore Plaza.
Heather Young
January 23, 2010
It's hard to believe that all of my visits to Mass., from now on, will be lacking the scent of old spice and the cheek to stubbly cheek kisses that I'm so used to....the whole time I was here I was waiting to hear his familiar voice shouting to me/at me "Hey! Watch those babies near the pool, this house isn't safe, they'll pinch a god damn finger on that door"
He was always calling it like he saw it, but it ALWAYS came from a place of caring and love.
The family was sharing memories throughout the day, and my fondest memory of my Grandfather was when I was young and he was always running errands, he would let me come along. One day I accompanied him to the grocery store; we just went to get two or three things. We walked past the grocery florist counter and display case and he stopped to look around. For a second I thought Grandpa was about to buy me flowers (i was spoiled with affection) He picked a bouquet and nodded approvingly at it, he said "I'll get these for Miriam" The ride back to his house, I got to hold the flowers, I starred at them and thought...today isn't a birthday, a holiday or any type of anniversary (I surely would have know if it was, because on those days the walls of the Gannon home would swell with visitors and cards)I decided my Grandfather was the sweetest man in the world and right then, for a little girl with her whole life ahead of her, the bar was set....REALLY high, for the type of man I would want to fall in love with and have love me.
I loved my Grandfather and I always will, I am so proud to be a part of his family, his legacy and so blessed to have received every stubbly cheeked kiss I have received.
Fredrick Aloisi
January 22, 2010
Dear Miriam, Maryann,Tricia and family
Matthew was a Great man that walked this earth to bring peace to many people in need. As in the St. Francis of Assisi pray, where there
was despair Matt gave Hope; where there was darkness, He was a Great Light; and where there was sadness, Matt gave Joy to so many
children! " For it is in giving that we receive; and (Matt) it is in dying that we are born to eternal life". Fred Aloisi (Halifax) 617-347-5152.
The Alfano-Serrano Family
January 22, 2010
Matt, "Dad Gannon", a humble hero, an angel who walked amoung us has now sailed on the wings of his heavenly angels to a place of peace and reward.
His service to others and his complete understanding of the human condition was a gift this world has lost and will forever miss. His legacy is one of love, laughter, and humility. His presence on this planet will echo for eternity, as it should, through the hearts and souls of not only the many he helped along the way but also of the many more who can learn to live by the example he has set just by doing what came naturally to him. Our little family feels blessed, fortunate, and humbled to have have Matt and the entire Gannon family in our lives for so many wonderful years. We will miss Matt's physical presence but we will never forget his lessons, and will always remain open to and aware of his spirit being around us. Love & Light
CHRISTINE (BECKER) MCENANEY
January 22, 2010
MIRIAM, MARYANNE, AND THE ENTIRE GANNON FAMILY
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS.I HAVE MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES AS A CHILD OF FUN TIMES WITH THE GANNONS...YOUR HOUSE, OUR HOUSE, GIRL SCOUTS, BRAINTREE TV, MARYANNE AND ROBERT AS BABIES TOGETHER,BUILDING 44 BRADLEY RD ETC.
MAY ALL THE FUN TIMES AND WONDERFUL MEMORIES COMFORT YOU DURING THIS TIME.
Bob Santos
January 22, 2010
Tricia, Peter and family I am so sorry for the loss of your dad, I can't put into words what a wonderful and caring person he was, god bless. Bob, Amy and family
Noreen (Higgins) Butchard
January 21, 2010
Tricia and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was an awesome human being that had so many unbelievabe achievements. I just found out through facebook that he passed away. I am thinking of you all in this time of sadness. Love and prayers
January 21, 2010
Maryann and family, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Steve and Judy Matteson
Susan Clarke-Lynn
January 21, 2010
Cousin Miriam: I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband; he truly sounds like a wonderful man. I'm sorry I didn't get to know him. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Paige McNamara
January 21, 2010
My heart and prayers are with you all. Greg, you always spoke so highly of your mom & dad and though I didn't personally know them, I never forgot your family. All children deserve such loving families. May the infinite love and memories that you all share, bring you peace and strength.
Patty (Hoff) Katzmar
January 21, 2010
Dear Gannon Family, I am an old friend of Corinne's from PA and have lost contact with her. Corinne, Heather posted the news broadcast on her Facebook and my kids showed it to me. I wanted to express my sympathy to you and your entire family on your loss. I send my prayers, friendship and love to you.
Marie Burns
January 21, 2010
Paul, Sharon and all the Gannon family, my thoughts and prayers are will you at this most difficult time. May God Bless you all, especially your Dad, may he rest in peace!
Love and friendship,
Marie
Michaela Deeb
January 21, 2010
To The Gannon Family
my deepest sympathy to the whole family. I will miss Matt very much but i know he is in heaven watching over his family and he is at peace. It has been a privilege to have been so close with the family for so many years.
Magnolia
dawnmarie colburn-greene
January 21, 2010
My thoughts and prayers to the Gannon Family. I am so glad to have had the privilege of knowing Mr. Gannon, and members of his family. I'm not sure I will ever know someone as loving as him...God Bless, and know that he is at peace. With love to all, DawnMarie Colburn-Greene
January 21, 2010
To Mrs Gannon, Peter, Ellisha and all the Gannon Children. the Lees on Bradley Rd want you to know that we are sorry for your loss. We know he was loved by many George & Dolly
Jim & Alice Doherty
January 21, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Gannon family. Matt was a truly wonderful husband and father. It was our privilege to have our sons grow up with some of the Gannon boys. Surely Matt is now with God in heaven being rewarded for his exemplary life. We feel honored to be your neighbors and friends.
Susan Ruggiano
January 21, 2010
Trish and family, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved and wonderful father. He is a true angel in heaven now.
Tina DuFresne (Keane)
January 21, 2010
When I sat down to sign Uncle Matt’s guest book, I never thought about, or realized how much Uncle Matt did for me. From Day one, Uncle Matt treated me like I was one of his own kids, but with pretty awesome advantages. He never complained when I was there for days on end.
I have hundreds of memories, but these three memories came to me first;
• I was such a brat, and I was one of those kids that woke up before the sun. I would get out of bed, probably around 4:00-5:00am, maybe even earlier, thinking I was going to start playing. I can’t remember how many voices I would hear say, Tina it’s too early to get up. I would continue trying to wake everyone about every 5-10 minutes, but I do remember hearing Uncle Matt’s. My Aunt and Uncle never got any sleep when I slept there, but even with not getting any sleep with me there, and all the kids they had to take care of (some really tough ones too), they never said no to me, I always felt like I was one of their kids too. I was also adopted, and I can’t remember one time my parents or my aunt and uncle made me feel like I wasn’t born there.
• I was always treated special at 44 Bradley Road. I can remember Uncle Matt letting me swim with the “Older” kids for midnight swims. It doesn’t sound like much, but I had so much fun, and it is a memory I will never forget. Thank you Uncle Matt.
• I will never forget our trip to Disney. We were all jammed in the van, but the spoiled brat I was, Uncle Matt let me lay across all the kids. It was a long ride down because of me. Uncle Matt had to stop frequently for my bloody noses. The best part of Florida was once again I was allowed to go out at night with the older kids. It would have probably been easier for my aunt and uncle to bring 30 more kids in place of me. Thank you for including me in your family trips.
I didn’t make it back to the Braintree area too often in the past 20 years, but I often think about everyone. Looking back, I want you to know how much I appreciate what you did for me. I am going to miss you Uncle Matt.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tina, Dave, Justin,Erica, and Tyler DuFresne
Michelle
January 21, 2010
GOD BLESS THE GANNONS. I just want to say that I am truly moved by the story of your incredible family.
My sympathy in the loss of an incredible human being who had a matching incredible life.
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