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Paul John SWEENEY obituary, Jamaica Plain, MA

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Richardson-Gaffey Funeral Home

382 First Parish Road

Scituate, Massachusetts

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Mar. 31, 2026

3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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Paul SWEENEY Obituary

SWEENEY, Paul John Age 72, of Jamaica Plain, formerly of Scituate, passed away unexpectedly, on March 17, 2026. A respected family law attorney for 35 years, Paul was happiest on the water and cherished time with his family. Beloved father of Siobhan Sweeney (Cole) and Falon Phillips (Nick). Brother of Kathleen, Constance, Maura, Brian, Peter and David. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by parents, Arthur and Ardelle; and siblings, Michael, John and Sheila.

Visitation: Tuesday, March 31, 3-7 pm, at Richardson-Gaffey Funeral Home, 382 First Parish Road, SCITUATE. Funeral Service: Wednesday, April 1, 10 am, at Harbor United Methodist Church, 55 First Parish Road, Scituate. For full obituary, please visit: www.richardsongaffeyfuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Mar. 28 to Mar. 29, 2026.

Memorial Events
for Paul SWEENEY

Mar

31

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Richardson-Gaffey Funeral Home

382 First Parish Rd, Scituate, MA 02066

Apr

1

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Harbor United Methodist Church

55 First Parish Road, Scituate, MA

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Richardson-Gaffey Funeral Home

382 First Parish Road, Scituate, MA 02066

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