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Richard Nugent Obituary

Richard T. Nugent, of Marlborough, formerly of Watertown, died Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2011. Beloved husband of the late Eleanor A. (Teeven) Nugent, he was the devoted father of Richard K. Nugent and his wife, Roberta, of Framingham, Cheryl A. Griffith and her husband, Ted, of Franklin, Tenn., Joan M. Leary and her husband, Brian, of Framingham, and Nancy E. Dickie and her husband, Kevin, of Medway; loving grandfather of Ryan, Matt and Cam Leary, Jacqueline, Danielle and Michael Nugent, Katherine and Caroline Dickie and Kerri-Ann and Lauryn Griffith; brother of the Rev. Kevin Nugent of Maryland, and the late Leo, Charles and Joseph Nugent. A funeral will take place Tuesday, Sept. 6, at 8 a.m., at the Stanton Funeral Home, 786 Mt. Auburn St. (Rte. 16), Watertown. A funeral Mass will follow at 9 a.m., at the Church of St. Luke, 132 Lexington St., Belmont. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours are Monday, Sept. 5, from 4 to 8 p.m., at the funeral home. Interment is in St. Patrick's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701, would be appreciated.

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Published by MetroWest Daily News from Sep. 4 to Sep. 5, 2011.

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September 13, 2011

I was blessed to know him and looked forward to his luncheons at Kennedy's. He always had a contagious smile and kind words. He is missed......Julie Doherty (Southboro)

Joan Katsines

September 9, 2011

Richard Nugent was a true gentleman. Kind, funny, generous, knowledgeable on many subjects and my Mom's very best friend for her latter years!!!

September 9, 2011

Dear Joannie & Brian. Your dad was such a wonderful and positive friend to our mom for many years. He was one of the most generous and kind individuals I have ever encountered. I am so blessed to have spent time and many a luncheon @ Kennedy's with him. I love him as though he was a family member. Good guys like Richard Nugent don't come along too many times.

September 4, 2011

Dear Joan,Brian and entire family,our sincere condolences in the loss of a dear gentleman. We will remember how dad loved going to those freezing cold hockey rinks for Ryan,Matt and Cam's games. Always smiling, joking and ever so proud of his boys. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all,and know the love,friendship and memories you have will ALWAYS be treasured. Sincerely, Irene & Harry Vafides

Donna Mclean

September 4, 2011

Dear Ryan an family. So sorry to hear of your beloved Grandfather passing on. I will pray for comfort for your entire family. You know I will be their for you an your family.
With All Of Love Always. Rod,Donna,Nan, An Michael Mclean

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