Catherine Finerty
Catherine Finerty
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Catherine (Ward) Finerty, age 90, of Milton, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Boston to the late James and Beatrice (Madigan) Ward, Catherine was the eldest of seven children. She was the beloved wife of the late Gerald Finerty, Sr., with whom she shared a lifetime of love and devotion.
Catherine was the cherished mother of Kathleen Heffernan and her husband William of Marshfield, Gerald Finerty, Jr. and his wife Deborah of East Bridgewater, Kevin Finerty (MFD) and his wife Wendy of Mansfield, and Karen Flaherty of Braintree. She was a proud and devoted "Gram" to 13 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren, who brought her endless joy.
She was predeceased by her parents, her six siblings-Francis Ward, John Ward, Dorothy Murphy, Charles Ward, Richard Ward, and Carol Martin-her son-in-law Brian Flaherty, and her brother-in-law and companion Paul Finerty. Catherine is survived by many nieces, nephews, friends, and neighbors, all of whom she loved dearly.
Her family extends their deepest gratitude to the staff at Grove Manor Estates in Braintree for the compassionate care they provided. Catherine will be remembered for her warmth, generosity, and the love she shared with all who knew her.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of the Visitation Parish, Saint Elizabeth Church, 350 Reedsdale Road, Milton, on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Family and friends are invited. Visiting hours will be held at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON SQUARE, on Friday, November 21, 2025, from 3:00-7:00 PM. Interment Milton Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Milton Firefighters Relief Association, honoring Catherine's deep appreciation for community and service. Milton Firefighters Relief Association, 1 Engine Road, Milton, MA 02186.
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Our Lady of the Visitation Parish (Saint Elizabeth Church)
350 Reedsdale Road, Milton, MA 02186
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