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Edward Healey Obituary
Worcester - Edward J. Healey, 75, of Worcester, died Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at his home after a long illness.
He leaves his wife of 52 years, Patricia M. (Lareau) Healey; four sons, LtCol Daniel Healey USMC (ret.) and his wife Sheila of Richmond, Texas, Thomas Healey and his wife Lisa of Auburn, John Healey and his wife Lorrie of Millbury, and LtCol E.J. Healey USMC and his wife Lynn of Stuttgart, Germany, and eleven grandchildren, Conor, Seamus, Sinead, Breccan and Maeve Healey, Matthew, Leah and Amanda Healey, Nicholas Healey, and Megan and Edward J. Healey III.
His son Michael Healey passed away in 2006. His sister Dorothy J. Jacubouis passed away in 2010.
Ed was born in Worcester, son of Raymond F. and Miriam C. (Conway) Healey and lived in Worcester all his life.
He graduated from South High School and Fitchburg State College. He earned his Master's Degree in Education at Worcester State College where he also did additional graduate work.
Ed was a teacher on the staff at the Holliston High School for 39 years, before retiring. He belonged to several professional organizations.
Ed was a member of St. Stephen's Parish and the former St. Margaret Mary Parish where he was a lector and chairperson of the Parish Council for many years. He was also a volunteer with the Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts.
Ed was a skilled carpenter and an avid sports fan. He enjoyed travelling. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He loved attending his sons' sporting events. He later watched countless games, shows and recitals of his cherished grandchildren.
The Healey family wishes to thank his longtime home caregivers, Wanda and Ellen, for their commitment and compassionate treatment of Ed.
Calling hours are Friday, November 13, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Athy Memorial Home, 111 Lancaster St., Worcester. The funeral will be Saturday, November 14, from the funeral home with a Mass at 10 a.m. in St. Stephen's Church, 357 Grafton St., Worcester. Burial will follow in St. John's Cemetery, Worcester.
The family suggests memorial donations to assist those with Guillain-Barré Syndrome in care of the GBS-CIPD Foundation International, 104½ Forrest Ave., Narberth, PA 19072 (www.GBS-CIPD.org), or to St. Stephen's Parish, 16 Hamilton St., Worcester, MA 01604.
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for Edward Healey
Peter Hennessy
January 23, 2025
Mr. Healey contributed greatly to my education and career. Several classes in the Metal Fabrication Lab under his guidance helped me to decide to become a teacher in the Industrial Arts - Technology Engineering area.
On at least one occasion in the early to mid 90's he, along with his colleague, Mr. Murphy came to the school I was teaching in at the time to be judges of my students projects. I semi-retired after 36 years from a profession I truly loved as much as I think he did.
God bless you Mr. Ed Healey and thank you for inspiring all the students that entered your classroom.
November 19, 2015
Dear Pat and family,
My heart goes out to you and the children and grandchildren. You are in my prayers. you will always be in my thoughts
Dorothy (Bubon) Cody
Ellen Moreau
November 18, 2015
To my second family,
I have been so blessed to have gotten to know all of you,Iwill miss the big guy emencely.Iwill take with me so many beautiful memories that I will hold dear to my heart forever lots of loveto all of you
November 17, 2015
Dear John & family,
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bud & Lyn Breen, Hudson,NH
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Bob & Judi Farr
November 15, 2015
Tom & family, we are sorry for your loss. May the loving memories you have of your Dad help you and the family find peace in this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
MARYELLEN LAMBERT
November 14, 2015
SORRY YOUR LOSS SO SORRY MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY LOVE THE LAMBERTS
Lisa Genatossio
November 14, 2015
Dear Pat and boys...my deepest sympathies on the loss of Ed. He was a great guy and had such devotion to his family. Hold your memories close. Lisa & Steve Genatossio
Mary Moore
November 13, 2015
Pat and the boys,
My houghts are with you.
Mary
Thomas Shea USN
November 13, 2015
Mrs. Henley and family, please accept my condolences on the passing of your husband and father. It was a long time ago, but I remember when you were our neighbors on Coburn Ave. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Tom, Tina, Ben, Samantha Brabbs
November 13, 2015
We're so sorry for your loss. Ed was a great man! Our love and prayers to you all during this difficult time.
Dan & Meg Mahoney
November 12, 2015
Pat and the entire Healey family,
We are grateful to have had many laughs, good times, and happy memories with Big Ed. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
November 12, 2015
Tom, Lisa, Matthew, Leah, Angela--our sincere condolences to all of you. May your Grandfather/Dad's memories and love give you comfort and support as you move forward.
Sincerely,
Steve, Marie, Bryan and Kyle Quitadamo
The O'Loughlin family
November 12, 2015
Lorrie, John and Nick,
Thinking of u at this time of sorrow! Love u all!
Russell Hawley
November 12, 2015
Mrs. Healey. So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Healey. He was a great teacher, he taught more than you'll know. Thank you Mr. Healey for all that you have done. H.H.S. "66"
Kathy and Charlie Gruszka
November 12, 2015
Dear Pat and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Ed. Since we have moved to the Cape we have been out of the neighborhood loop. Please know that we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Michelle Kularski
November 12, 2015
Love leaves memories that keeps a flame lit forever...May God hold you all together in His arms during this tough time....
Michelle Kularski
November 12, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Al Graves
November 12, 2015
John and Family,
I'm sorry for your loss
November 12, 2015
My sincerest condolences to your family from mine. Friends to John and Lorrie Healy.
Ken & Robyn Bonin
Lou Letourneau
November 12, 2015
John, sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Peter Amati, mJr.
November 11, 2015
Dear Pat and Family,
Please know that you, your family and Ed are in my thoughts. Ed fought an amazing battle, the courage you both showed was/is awe inspiring. Ed was a long time and a very dear friend and I already miss him greatly.
Pat, when Ingrid passed, a friend of mine told me something he felt would help me with my grief. It did! May it do the same for you and your family.
"When someone you love
becomes a memory
the memory becomes
a treasure."
With greatest sympathy, love and respect,
Peter
Martha and Bob Wally
November 11, 2015
We are so sorry for your family. Ed was one of the finest people I have known. We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
November 11, 2015
~Bonnie~
CHPNA ~ Holy Trinity Hospice ~
Jeffrey Lane
November 11, 2015
John and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. The Lane Family
Debbie Benware
November 11, 2015
Pat, Im sorry for your loss. It was my pleasure taking care of Ed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Deb from UMASS infusion room
Ken and Susan Calabro
November 11, 2015
Tom, We are very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Marc Vigeant
November 11, 2015
Tom I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your famy during this very difficult time.
Shaun Lauria
November 10, 2015
Sorry for your loss Tom You and your family are in our prayers!
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