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ROBERT DEVINE Obituary

DEVINE, Robert E. "Bibby" Of South Boston, March 7,2014. Beloved husband of the late Mary A. "Sissy" (Flaherty) Devine. Devoted father of Michael F. Devine and his wife Elaine of Brookline, Mary Jane Devine of Pembroke, Nancy Rooney, her husband Jim of Weymouth, Timothy Devine, Robert Devine, Christine Nee, her husband David all of Dorchester and the late Patrick Devine. Loving grandfather of Michael, Whitney, Colin, Madeline, Thomas Devine, Ryan, Joe Rooney, Patrick and Bridgette Nee. Dear brother of Jack Devine of South Boston. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, his loving in laws and the extended Flaherty family, relatives and friends. Funeral from the O'Brien Funeral Home, 146 Dorchester St., SOUTH BOSTON, on Thursday at 9:00AM. Funeral Mass in St.Vincent Church at 10:00AM. Visiting hours in the funeral home on Wednesday from 4-8PM.Relatives and friends invited. "Bibby' has requested that his burial be private. Late veteran US Navy, Korea. Late retired Lineman, Boston Edison Co., Local # 369 and a fond member of the Saunders Post Football team. 46 year friend of Bill W. In lieu of flowers and spiritual bouquets please make donations in "Bibby's" memory to the South Boston Special Kids c/o Mt. Washington Bank, 708 East Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127 or New England Villages, 664 School St., Pembroke, MA 02369. O'Brien Funeral Home 6177-269-1600

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Published by Boston Globe from Mar. 8 to Mar. 11, 2014.

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Paul Connolly

March 31, 2014

Dear Bobby,
We are so sorry to hear of your dad's passing .It was nice to chat tonight. Thoughts and prayers are with you + your brothers & sisters. I'll always remember watching Bruins games on TV 38 @ Westglow St...and your dad saying" He's ironing his shirt Paul , this may take awhile ." All our love , happy days ahead .God Bless.
Paul , Maura & Conor Connolly West Palm Beach, FL.

Tricia K.

March 21, 2014

Timmy and Bobby,

I just heard the sad news about your Dad. I am so sorry for your loss. He was one of the first "welcome" handshakes I got. I will remember his kind heart and warm smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

jackie sousa

March 13, 2014

Bobby and Family,
Very sorry to hear of your loss.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jackie and Mary (Cloherty) Sousa

Ann & Kevin Travis & Family

March 13, 2014

To The Devine and Flaherty Families

Your Father was so great and words can not say enough about your Mother and Sister, We have lost two wonderful people.

March 13, 2014

Bibby was a great husband, father, and neighbor.
We are saddened at the passing of another of the greatest generation's veterans. He was one of South Boston's finests. We will miss his presence, stories and chats outside Columbia Road. The Loftus Family

Stacey Collins

March 12, 2014

Bibby was my dear friend, as all of the Devine family. I'll always have fond memories of Westglow St., Green Harbor, and Columbia Rd. I'm happy to have been part of the journey with such a loving family, and the "family man" that Bib was. I'm with you all in spirit this week.

Charlie Gillis

March 12, 2014

To the Devine Family thank you for sharing Bibby with us over the years.Bibby thanks for the help and the caring.

Jeanette (Pishkin) MacNeil

March 12, 2014

Mike and the Devine family! So sorry to hear of your loss. May your dad rest in peace. Thoughts and prayers with all of you.

steven mccormick

March 11, 2014

Mike sorry about your loss. Your dad will be missed. Steven McCormick & Family

Omalley's

March 11, 2014

Dear Bobby,

We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a great guy and huge part of your family. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Christine, Timmy, Michael, Mary Jane, Nancy and the rest of your family. Love you, Austin & Laurie

March 11, 2014

I owe a tremendous amount to Bibby. God Rest his Soul. Bernadette

Chris Duchaney

March 11, 2014

Rest in Peace Mr. Devine…All the best to the Devine Family..So sorry

Carmine Federico

March 10, 2014

My condolences to Mike and the rest of the Devine Family

Carmine Federico

Frank Coyle

March 10, 2014

I was a friend and coworker of "Bibby" back in the day. He was a unique, hard working unforgettable man and I will remember him in my prayers. To his immediate and extended family, my deep condolences and thoughts are with you.

Mike Barney Crist

March 10, 2014

Hi Mike,
Just wanted to offer my condolences to you and your family. Your dad was a man among men, who spent most of his life helping other men up off the ground. He was a true inspiration to our fellowship, and will live forever in the hearts and minds of those who were lucky enough to know him.
Hang in there, Mike!
Love, Barn

March 10, 2014

Jim Duchaney F C Gp

March 10, 2014

BOBBY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS BUDDY ,WAS OVER ST JOSEPHS THIS WEEK TO SAY HAPPY BDAY, PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU GUYS...RICK COYNE

Cathleen McGrath

March 10, 2014

So for your loss.

Rardie and Peg Leahy

March 10, 2014

MIKE. your fathers love ones are in our Daily Prayers, ok.
Rardie and Peg Leahy.

March 10, 2014

Chris, Dave, Bridgette, & Patrick,

Keeping you all in our thoughts & prayers. Our deepest condolences.

Jo-Ann, Bob Guerard & Family

March 10, 2014

We will miss you Bibby, but you are with Sissy now. May you both rest in peace.

Pat and Nancy Carter

Chuck Pasquale

March 10, 2014

Dear Mike and family We are so sorry for the loss of your father. May god bless you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Cheryl and Chuck Pasquale

March 10, 2014

Sorry to hear of Bibby's passing, He is at peace and with Sissy. May they both rest in Peace.

Pat and Nancy Carter.

Michael Lewis

March 10, 2014

Bobby, Timmy, and the Devine clan...prayers from Weymouth. So sorry for your loss. Peace.

dick coe

March 10, 2014

boat people will miss you,thanks for all your service.eddie saving us a seat.

Jazz Flemming

March 9, 2014

Years ago after a meeting dropping in at Sis & Bibby's house on Train St. & "discussing" our recovery & staying until 3-4 in the morning at least 3 days a week. Great memories.
God Bless the "kids".
Jazz Flemming
P.S. Hi Tim

Jimmy & Maryellen Collyer

March 9, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Anne Rheault

March 9, 2014

To the Devine family ,
My condolences to you all . I am so sorry to hear about Bibs passing . He was a wonderful person.

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