Patrick Durham Obituary
Patrick J. Durham Jr., age 77, of Weymouth passed away Saturday September 20, 2025. Pat was born and raised in Boston. He started his family in S. Boston and moved to Weymouth in 2009. Pat worked for Mount Hope Cemetery in Boston for over 20 years. Pat loved being with his family and friends, always looking forward to seeing those he loved or enjoying a good card game.
Pat is survived by his loving children Denise Leavitt of Weymouth, Patrick "PJ" Durham and his wife Mellissa of Weymouth, Terry Shearin and her husband Jeff of North Carolina, and Michael Princiotta of Boston, his grandchildren Chelsy, Kayla, Anthony, and David. He is also survived by his cherished great-grandchildren Harley, Michael, and Lucas.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to the visitation for Pat on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 from 4-6pm in the C. C. Shepherd Funeral Home located at 134 Pleasant St. (Columbian Sq.) Weymouth, MA. A funeral service will take place in the funeral home immediately following the visitation at 6pm.
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