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CLAIRE HOGARTY Obituary

HOGARTY, Claire L. (McWeeney) Of West Roxbury, MA. June 1, 1941 - September 8, 2025. Claire was preceded in death by her loving husband, Edward Hogarty (d. 2011). Loving mother of Michael Hogarty and his wife, Suzanne, of Naperville, IL, Suzanne Hogarty of Arlington, MA, Stephen Hogarty and his wife, Flora, of Walpole, MA and Nicole Hogarty of Rockland, ME. Grandmother of Sean, Stephen, Madeline, and Grace Hogarty. Sister of John McWeeney and his wife, Marilyn, of Lexington, MA, Margo McWeeney and her late spouse, Skyp, of Carver, MA and the late Gerald McWeeney and his late wife, Nancy. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Claire was a dedicated and beloved teacher for over 30 years. Engaging and working with young minds at Holy Name School, Mount St. Joseph Academy, and James P. Timilty Middle School, as well as other schools throughout Boston, where she coached teachers. She was also an avid sports fan, supporting Boston College football and all the New England teams. Funeral from the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre St., WEST ROXBURY, Tuesday, September 16, at 9:00 am, followed by a Funeral Mass in Holy Name Church, at 10:00 am. Visiting Hours on Monday, September 15, 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Relatives and Friends invited. Interment in St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Claire's memory to the St. Francis House, 39 Boylston St., Boston, MA 02116 or to Boston's Basilica Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 1545 Tremont St., Boston, MA 02120. For guestbook, gormleyfuneral.com William J. Gormley Funeral Service 617-323-8600

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 10 to Sep. 11, 2025.

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Kathy Henry

September 18, 2025

We were so sad to hear the news of Claire´s passing and even sadder that we heard after the wake. Claire was a welcoming and loving presence on Montclair Ave. With giant and later little dogs by her side, she always stopped to talk to us and catch up with our kids. We loved her. Neighbors enrich a neighborhood and Claire enriched ours, and our lives. Sending love to all the Hogartys. Kathy and Jimmy Henry

Barbara griffin Kane

September 16, 2025

I am so sorry to hear of Claire´s passing. She was a wonderful part of our FSU class of 1962. We always look forward to her smile at our mini reunions. Please know she will be in my prayers for her family. We love you, Claire.

Steve and Marie Giordano

September 15, 2025

We are so sorry to hear of Claire´s passing. Our condolences to the HOGARTY family. We always looked forward to seeing her at the Borelli celebrations! She was a lovely lady!
May she rest in peace.
Steve and Marie Giordano

Michelle Jackson

September 14, 2025

Mrs. Hogarty you will be greatly missed! I have many found memories of your math crew from the Timilty with my Mom, Neelia Jackson and James Early. Great friends both inside and outside the walls of the school. Prayers to family and friends as we lean on each other through these tough times in memory of a great woman. Xoxo

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Grace Looney

September 11, 2025

I am so sorry to learn of Claire´s passing -- I always looked forward to being with her at our annual FSU mini reunions. She will be missed.
My heartfelt condolences to her family at this difficult time.

Maryellen McNally

September 11, 2025

Such a lovely neighbor! She is missed.

Neelia Jackson

September 10, 2025

Claire and I bonded quickly as fellow math educators working together at the Timilty Middle School - we were co-teachers in the same room until we were split up, but always friends. We became math coaches the same year with James Early. We taught and presented many classes and workshops together. We were more than just friends- our families knew one another, our dog´s names were our early computer passwords. We have shared so much. Claire will be sorely missed. I love you Claire

James A Early

September 10, 2025

They called us the"Holy Trinity" because we were extremely good at what we did.... Mathematics
James A Early
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2055 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA

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