WILLIAM J. "BILLY" MOTHERWAY

WILLIAM J. "BILLY" MOTHERWAY obituary, East Boston, MA

WILLIAM J. "BILLY" MOTHERWAY

WILLIAM MOTHERWAY Obituary

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MOTHERWAY, William J. "Billy" Lifelong resident of Orient Heights, East Boston, on May 9th, following a long illness, at 69 years. Devoted husband of 42 years to Patricia A. (Thompson) Motherway of Orient Heights, East Boston. Loving and proud father of Patrick "P.J." Mazac and his companion Dena DiMarzo of East Boston and Peabody and their daughter Deanna DiMarzo of East Boston. Dear son of the late Rosemarie (White) Motherway. Wonderful son-in-law of Virginia A. "Dudie" Thompson of Orient Heights, East Boston. Also lovingly survived by many cousins and lifelong friends. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Funeral Mass on Saturday, June 11th in St. Joseph-St. Lazarus Church, 59 Ashley St., East Boston, at 11:00 a.m. Billy owned and operated the Victory Pub in East Boston for over 20 years. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 60 Walnut St., Suite 101B, Wellesley Hills, MA 02481. To send online condolences, please visit (www.vertuccioandsmith.com). Funeral Arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, REVERE.

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Irish Eddie

May 8, 2025

Billy was a special human being who had time for everyone. He was such a kind character and hub of Orient Heights. He really shaped the humanity in me and the way I raise my kids.
thanks a million Billy!

Edward McKeever

February 16, 2025

Billy was one of a kind

He was a people person above all else and kindness oozed from him. His sense of humor was legendary and never offensive. The victory pub was his domain and he held court daily. The day shift with Billy was full of East Boston characters - and he drove them home if he knew they were in danger. So Billy thank you for the memories and for the opportunity to have known a very special Orient Heights neighborhood, We often talk about the farewell party you threw for us before we went home to Ireland! All the best Eddie and Sharon McKeever (Irish Eddie)

Edward McKeever

August 18, 2023

Billy was an icon of Orient Heights - a loveable kind man who had time for everyone. Deepest condolences from Irish Eddie Sharon and Junior

Joe Connor

May 24, 2022

Sorry to hear about Billy's passing. I met Billy through my friend Sully, I would come by and give Billy some fish every once in a while, he was quite a character.

Mike D´India

May 18, 2022

My condolences to all the family and friends of Billy. He will be missed by all. I had the privelege of being a teammate for a few years on the fittons. I will always cherish those moments after the games. He was a true friend to all. May god bless you and your family

Patty and Jimmy

May 16, 2022

Our sympathy goes out to Patty and PJ, Billy was a wonderful person and great friend. We have so many great memories. We will miss you Billy so much. love you

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