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Anne Foley Obituary

FOLEY Anne M. (Higgins), lifelong resident of South Boston, March 7, 2015. Beloved wife of the late James P. Foley, BPD. Devoted mother of James P. Foley Jr., his wife Francie of Derry NH, Anne Marie Dillon, her husband Jeff, of East Falmouth, Jeanne Feltch, her husband Chuck of South Boston, Gerard C. Foley, his wife Karen of Matthews NC and Richard D. Foley and his wife Lauragene of Medway. Loving daughter of the late Charles and Lillian (Smallcomb) Higgins. Dear sister of the late Joseph, Helen, Charles, Thomas, James, William and Barbara Higgins. Anne was also survived by 14 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Visitation in the O'Brien Funeral Home, 146 Dorchester Street, SOUTH BOSTON, on Wednesday from 4:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M. Funeral Mass in St. Brigid Church, 841 East Broadway South Boston, Thursday at 11:30 AM. Interment Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dorchester. Relatives and friends are invited to attend all services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Anne's memory to Julies Family Laarning Program, 133 Dorchester Street South Boston MA, 02127

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Published by Boston Herald on Mar. 10, 2015.

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Tom Johnson

March 13, 2015

Rich, I hope the stories and tears shared with your family and friends the last few days will help you say good bye to your Mom, God bless you and your family

March 11, 2015

Dear Richard, Lauragene and all your family,

We are so sorry on your loss of Anne. May God bless her and all of your family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Richard and Corinne Tosti

March 11, 2015

I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your loving mother. she was a good childhood & grow up friend of mine,I will always remember her lovingly. jean o'sullivan (connelly)

March 11, 2015

Rich, Lauragene & family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your mom. Our prayers and sympathy are with you as you remember and celebrate her life. Know that we care and are here if you need anything.

Bob & Laurie Sweet & Family

March 11, 2015

Dear Jim, Francie and family. We are so sorry for the loss of your Mom. She is with Dad in a much better place. With Deepest Sympathy. Alice & Tom Shovlin

Rachel Gonzalez

March 11, 2015

Andrea and family , I am so very sorry for your loss . May comforting memories ease your pain during this difficult time . My deepest sympathies to all of you . Love, Rachel Gonzalez

March 10, 2015

Anne Marie and family: Brian and I were so sorry to learn of your Mom's passing. She was a truly lovely woman and we feel so lucky to have met her. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this very sad time. Judi & Brian Jones

Bonnie Hood

March 10, 2015

So sorry AnneMarie for the loss of your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Susan Missett

March 10, 2015

We send our sympathy to your family. Anne was my godmother and it was always a pleasure to share a cup of tea with her when we came to visit. I have this vision of her and my mother catching up on the family news. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Paul and Susan Missett Wausau, WI

Elaine Martin Marquard

March 10, 2015

Jeanne and family - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your Mom was a wonderful person. She will be sorely missed. In Sympathy, Elaine Martin Marquard

Edward Foley

March 10, 2015

Shannon Fetch and Family,my deepest condolences of the loss of your beautiful grandmother. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Eddy Foley

Anne M. Foley

Anne Marie Dillon

March 10, 2015

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146 Dorchester Street, Boston, MA 02127

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St. Brigid Church

841 East Broadway, South Boston, MA

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