Kathleen M. Duggan

Kathleen M. Duggan obituary, Carver, MA

Kathleen M. Duggan

Kathleen Duggan Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Shepherd Funeral & Cremation Service on Jun. 28, 2025.

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Kathleen M. Duggan, age 74, of Duxbury, MA, passed away peacefully on June 23 after a courageous battle with cancer.
She is survived by her two daughters, Jessica Smith of Salem, MA, and Rebecca Haslam of Essex Junction, VT; her siblings, Joe Duggan of Hopkinton, MA, and Mimi Duggan of South Weymouth, MA. She was predeceased by her brother, Daniel Duggan of Duxbury, MA.
Kathy is also survived by many in-laws and two generations of nieces and nephews.
A graduate of Notre Dame Academy, Kathy went on to attend Stonehill College and Curry College, earning her bachelor's degree. She had a successful career in marketing before retiring in 2023. In her free time, Kathy enjoyed gardening, reading, and going for walks with her neighbors.
Kathy will be sorely missed by her family and friends.
As per her wishes, there will not be a service. However, please consider making a donation to a worthy charity, such as the American Cancer Society or St. Jude's.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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216 Main St P O Box 325, Kingston, MA 02364

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