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Richard Gallivan Obituary

Richard Frederick Gallivan, 75, of Bourne died May 17, 2010. He was the husband of Terese (Finn) Gallivan. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Daniel Gallivan of Plymouth; two daughters, Kathleen Bucchianeri of Brockton, Diane Macauley of Weymouth; and seven grandchildren. Visiting hours will be held Sunday, May 23, 2010, at the Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home, 40 MacArthur Blvd., Bourne, from 1 to 4 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Tuesday, May 25, 2010, at St. John the Evangelist Church, 841 Shore Road, Pocasset, at 11 a.m. Burial to follow at the Massachusetts National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. www.nickersonbournefuneralhome.com

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Published by The Patriot Ledger on May 21, 2010.

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May 27, 2010

Dear Terry,
My deepest condolences. So very sorry to hear of Dick's passing. Will speak with you soon.

Martha Weschrob

Laura Witz

May 25, 2010

Dear Aunt Teresa, Dan, Kathleen & Diane. We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your families. We were so blessed to know such a wonderful man! Uncle Dickie will be missed so much by all who knew him, but heaven is rejoicing and a little bit brighter.

Love Laura & Greg Witz & Family

Bruce DeCoste

May 24, 2010

Danny : May God embrace youre Dad and leave you with fond and loving Memories.

Joan Kelly

May 22, 2010

Terry, Danny, Kathleen & Diane - my thoughts and prayers are with you. Dick was that constant presence next door growing up, always willing to help and share in a laugh. May he be at peace and join the rest of the neighborhood crew watching from above.

Deacon Ken & Marie Finn

May 22, 2010

"For God did not destine us for wrath, but to gain salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ, who died for us, so that whether we are awake or asleep we may live together with him." 1 Thess. 5:9
We are sorry for your loss here on earth but know that one day we will all be together with the Lord. He will be missed. We send our love and prayers for you Teresa, your family and all who have had the privilege of knowing Dickie.

May 21, 2010

diane and mike so very sorry to hear of your dads passing please pass on my cond to your mom love diane keefe

Lisa Rogers

May 21, 2010

Kathleen: I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. My condolences to your Mom and family. May all your happy memories of your Dad bring you much peace and comfort.

Linda Pierce

May 21, 2010

Teresa,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time May your strength prevail to help you through this difficult time.

Always in our hearts,
Mary, Cathy & Linda O'Brien

Ellen King (Martin)

May 21, 2010

So sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

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