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for WILLIAM MCGONAGLE
Bobby
December 23, 2023
Was just doing some research about BHA one thing after another and I come to find out Bill had passed away in 2019.
I don´t remember not knowing Bill the many times my Family had to meet with him for something I had done or got blamed for doing in Old Colony. I never felt a bad vibe from him he was always stern and calm but also very empathetic.
He attempted to help me many times through my rough journey to Adulthood. I just wasn´t ready for the assistance.
The last time I seen him I was doing horribly and embarrassed about my state. I walked by him while he was getting into his truck in front of the house we made eye contact I wish I had said hello.
I´m doing well today and I take no credit. The credit belongs to great people like Bill who just know how to make the World a better place.
Deborah Farnum
October 6, 2020
Bill will always be in the heart of the Boston Housing Residents. RIH
Jerry Sparrow
June 8, 2020
My belated condolences to Ellen and the McGonagle family during their time of sorrow. Jerry Sparrow
An Admirer
October 30, 2019
I did not know personally know Mr. McGonGle, but because I, too, am a McGonagle, I always tried to follow his involvement with the BHA when his name would appear in a column in one of the local newspapers. One my time will come day I will meet him. I will then try my very best to thank him for all he has done for the people he has so unselfishly helped. It seems to me that this world would be a better place if only it had more Bill McGonagles
Robert Pirelli
October 15, 2019
Sincerest condolences to the McGonagle family. Bill was a fine human being. He helped many people, and will be sadly missed.
Peggy Carmichael
October 15, 2019
JL and I were shocked and saddened at the news. A life ended too quickly. We cannot express our sadness adequately. I will keep the family in my prayers. Peggy and JL Carmichael
MARYANN VEALE
October 15, 2019
I want to say thank you to the McGonagle family
For sharing Bill with the rest of the world
I met Bill over 25 years ago, when I was a member of the Franklin field task force
Bill was there for the good times, Bad times, sad times, always doing whatever it took
From 1 side of Boston to the other side, and he took the time to hear your story, to know the people in the communities
And because of Bill coming up in public housing, he made sure BHA residents was always treated with respect
I thank God for Bill McGonagle, showing the world the you can be a good, hard working, respectful and kind, regardless of race man.
R I P Bill
Margie Ruggieri
October 15, 2019
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one. May you rest in peace Billy.
STEPHEN NIOSI
October 14, 2019
DEAR MCGONAGLE FAMILY OUR SINCERE AND DEEPEST CONDOLENCES, YOU ARE IN OUR .THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ........ STEPHEN NIOSI AND FAMILY..........FORMER B.H.A. EMPLOYEE HANSON MA.,
October 14, 2019
Bill was the power of example as a great Friend of Bill as well as a hero for Boston. Sincerest condolences to Anne and John Connolly and all the McGonagle family. Requiescat in Pace. -- Nancy Snyder and Jim Jordan
Bob and Diane Consalvo
October 14, 2019
Dear McGonagle family, we are sorry for your loss. If there were a definition of a dedicated public servant, Bill's name would be there. Boston owes him a lot.
Vera Middleton
October 13, 2019
christopher just called me and gave me the news of your death. i am still in shock my friend. Wishing you a safe journey. Rest In Heaven and say hello to Trudy, Chu and Aunt Ruth for me.
Bea Clark
October 13, 2019
Hearing that you had gone on my friend saddens my heart so very much.
I pray for peace and comfort for your family. You lived life doing what you were born to do and you did it very well. Thank you Billy for your service to the people of the city of Boston.
Until we meet again in the great BHA section of Heaven.
Deborah Farnum
October 13, 2019
My prays go out to the McGonagle Family. Bill was kind and supported person to the BHA Task Forces and Residents. Bill will be truly miss. Rest in Peace Bill you will always be in the heart of BHA Residents.
Marie Breen-Smyth
October 13, 2019
Sending condolences and sympathy for your sad loss from Ireland. May he rest in peace and may you find comfort in loving memories. Marie Breen-Smyth
Wendell Phillips
October 13, 2019
I barely knew Bill but on my last day before retiring from the BHA in 2009, Bill called me and congratulated me and thanked me for my service.A real stand up guy, RIP Bill.
JOSEPH DeGRANDIS
October 12, 2019
VERY. SAD TO HEAR ABOUT. THE PASSING OF A GOOD MAN ,FIRST AND FOREMOST A. FRIEND. WHO HELPED PEOPLE A ND NEVER FORGOT WHERE HE. COMES FROM. A CHAMPION OF A MAN WHO NEVER. STOPPED FIGHTING FOR THE UNDERDOG. MY FRIEND REST IN PEACE, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE THROUGHOUT THE CITY OF BOSTON YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
Papa and his first grandchild, Maggie Claire making her first Holy Communion
Lauren McGonagle (Walsh)
October 12, 2019
Terry Delehanty
October 12, 2019
McGonagle Family. We at the Mary Ellen McCormack are at a lost for words with the passing of your husband your dad and the grandfather of your children.. Bill was a remarkable man who did his job and kepted a tight ship when it came to BHA. He was a man who was very respectful to everyone and very friendly.. He always made everyone smile and treated you like you were his family and in reality we all were his family he devoted his time to listen to everyone and he always gave you suggestions of what to do.. He had always stated my door is always open at work and I am only a phone call away. You can't ask for a tremendous man as your dad was. Our hearts are broken as much as all of you are with the passing of Bill. He has done alot for all BHA community and he always had an ear to listen to your problems and helped to solve it.. Bill will be missed very much so by everyone that new him especially all of you. His legacy will live on threw the lives he has touched.. We will truly miss Bill McGonagall and keep him in our hearts forever
Brandon and Kristine (Perschke) Mathson
October 12, 2019
We will miss seeing Billy during our Boston visits to see Alyson and Eric Perschke. He always had a smile for us and we will remember him fondly.
Doreen Ferrara-Costello
October 12, 2019
My condolences to the McGonagle family.
Alice OConnor
October 12, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. You will be missed May you Rest In Peace.
marjorie kozak
October 12, 2019
So sorry to hear about Billy. Our thoughts and prayers to Ellen and her family.
Richie and Margie Kozak
Brian Howland
October 12, 2019
Ellie, my sincerest condolences to your family on Bills passing. My prayers go out to you all.
Dennis Ford
October 12, 2019
So sorry for your loss
Sending prayers during this difficult time
Ted & Betty Toland
October 12, 2019
A true son of South Boston and a friend who you could count on when in need. So sorry for the McGonagle and Regan families for your loss.
Mary Lou Ryan
October 12, 2019
So saddened to hear this today. He was a nice man.
Rick Calnan
October 12, 2019
A life cut to short, to the entire McGonale family our condolences, May he rest in peace
Rick and Donna Calnan
Gloria Meneses
October 11, 2019
It's not a good-bye but until later! Your smile and your passionate caring spirit, big heart will be forever your legacy♥. Please say hello to Wilbur, Ruth, Stephanie and Mr. John F. Murphy . We know you are reunited along your many loved ones. From above, your love for your family shall continue to shine and give them the much needed strength to continue on with your legacy!♥You will surely be missed by so many and thankful for all you did for so many. A well lived life.Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and loved ones ♥.Eternal love ❤ Respectfully,Henry and Gloria Meneses and family.
Priscilla Murphy
October 11, 2019
The word no was not in Billy's vocabulary. He was a true friend.
Sincerely,
Priscilla Murphy
October 11, 2019
Mickey
So sorry about Billy
My he rest in peace
Bill and Patty McCormick
Tenn
Anne Marie Rouse
October 11, 2019
Ellen, I am so sorry to hear about Billy's passing. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Kathleen Toland
October 11, 2019
Ellen and Family. I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Please accept my deepest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
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