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William St. Germaine Obituary

Brockton William Butch St. Germaine, 73, died Saturday, May 24, at Caritas Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton after a short illness. He was the husband of Dolores A. Dolly (Fossella) St. Germaine of Brockton. Born in Brockton, he was raised in Stoughton and was a graduate of Stoughton schools, Class of 1952. Mr. St. Germaine also attended Boston University. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Mr. St. Germaine worked as a master plumber for Local 276 for over 42 years, retiring in 1996. He could often be seen driving around in his red shiny Lightning Truck. A fan of the Celtics, Red Sox and Patriots, in his free time, he enjoyed traveling, hunting, fishing, walking and cars. He also enjoyed working in his yard and spending time with his grandson and family. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his two daughters, Suzanne Mullen and her husband Christopher of Rockland and Loreen Hardiman and her husband Paul of Brockton. He was the brother of Lorraine Curry of South Yarmouth, Lois Gibans of North Carolina and the late Eugene St. Germaine. He was predeceased by his parents, Oscar St. Germaine and Christine (Cunningham) St. Germaine. He is also survived by his stepmother, Olive St. Germaine; his grandson, William Hardiman; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral will be held from the Farley Funeral Home, 358 Park St. (Rte. 27), Stoughton, Thursday at 9 a.m. followed by a funeral Mass at St. Edith Stein Church, Brockton, at 10 a.m. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-7 p.m. Burial will be at Melrose Cemetery, Brockton. Donations in Butchs memory may be made to American Cancer Society, 20 Speen St., Framingham, 01701. Directions and obituary at www.farleyfh.com. Farley Funeral Home 781-344-2676

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Published by The Enterprise on May 27, 2008.

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George S. Fossella

May 28, 2008

Dear Dolly and family, I am so sorry that we have all lost such a wonderful and humble man. A man of principals who really cared about the values of family and friends. He would work to help someone in need whenever he could, sacrificing his own time to help others. He often gave of himself for those in need, and never said a word about it. A kind gentle man. The best brother in law.

Evelyn Nye

May 28, 2008

Loreen, Suzanne and Dollie
I'm so sorry for your loss. Your father was a wonderful man that left a lasting impression with everyone that knew him. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Love, Evelyn

Mike Casey

May 27, 2008

Mr. St. Germaine,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you serfed in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Leah Fossella-Hawkins

May 27, 2008

Auntie Dolly, Suzanne, Loreen, Chris, Paul and Will -- I am so very sorry for the loss you guys are experiencing. Life will never be the same for any of us, but especially not for you. Uncle Butch is such a good man: a wonderful husband, a terrific father, and an unbelievably fabulous grandfather, not to mention an awesome father-in-law. He even got his own father-in-law to love him even though he wasn't Italian, which had been the requirement up until then. As an uncle, he is the best. He never had a bad thing to say about anyone, he always looked for the good, and he was so generous and caring and funny, too! He used to tease my sister when she would say "Uncle Dotch" came over. She never knew if it was him or Uncle George when she was about 3 years old (so she picked a name that sounded like both Butch and George) and he would always say he was Uncle George just to confuse her. He is a wonderful man and he will be dearly missed. I am here for all of you for whatever you need in the coming days, weeks, months, and whenever. I love you all.

Janet Durmer (Lawrence)

May 27, 2008

Dear Dolly....My deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband. Many years have passed, but I'll never forget you, Dolly. You'll be in my prayers.

Bella Merriam

May 27, 2008

Dear Lor and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I know it's a very difficult time right now, but I want you to know I am their for you and your family for anything you might need. Lor please don't hesitate to call me. My family and I want you to know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.Your Dad is at peace, and remember he will watch over you always. Love Bella and family

CAM MCHUGH

May 27, 2008

DEAR DOLLY, SUZANNE & LOREEN,
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
I HAVE ALWAYS THOUGHT HIGHLY OF BUTCH. HE HELPED WHEN AL NEEDED A FRIEND.
REST IN PEACE DEAR FRIEND

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