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Michael Greaney Obituary
WEST YARMOUTH - Michael J. Greaney, 64, formerly of Worcester passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family at Massachusetts General Hospital on Friday February 2, 2018 after courageously battling a brief illness.
He was predeceased by his wife Amy D. (Hallback) Greaney in 2011. Michael is survived by his son Matthew Greaney and his wife Marissa of Worcester, and his daughter Vanessa Herrman and her husband Jonathan of Algonquin, IL. He was the proud "Grampy" of two granddaughters, Charlotte and McKayla Greaney, with his first grandson expected in April. He also leaves a brother, Stephen Greaney and his wife Joan of Worcester, a sister-in-law Kathleen Greaney, of Paxton as well as several nieces and nephews. His brother Paul M. "Pat" Greaney passed away in 2011.
Michael was born and raised in Worcester, youngest son of Paul J. and Bernice D. (Ambrose) Greaney. He was a graduate of Burncoat High School and the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. He later earned a Master's Degree in Criminal Justice from Westfield State University.
Michael was a corrections officer for 30 years with the Worcester County Sheriff's Office, retiring in 2007 with the rank of Assistant Deputy Superintendent. Following his retirement, he relocated to Cape Cod and enjoyed a position working security for Hy-Line Cruises where he could be found most summers on the Island of Nantucket.
He loved sports as both a participant and a spectator. He played multiple sports at Burncoat and college football at UMass. Mike enjoyed running and proudly achieved the accomplishment of completing six Boston Marathons. He was an avid fan of all New England sports, especially the New England Patriots for whom he was a season ticket holder since 2012.
Mike greatly enjoyed his retirement on Cape Cod. Not a day would go by that you could not find him walking his golden retriever Maxx on the beach. But he also looked forward to escaping New England winters, taking trips to the Gulf Coast of Florida. His most treasured times were when he was with his family and friends that he loved very much. Michael was adored by many and he will be greatly missed.
His family wishes to thank the Blake 7 MICU team at Massachusetts General Hospital for their skilled and compassionate care.
Calling hours will be held Thursday, February 8, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Athy Memorial Home, 111 Lancaster St., Worcester. Funeral services and burial at All Faiths Cemetery will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Michael may be made in his name to Massachusetts General Hospital Blake 7 Unit, 125 Nashua St., Suite 540, Boston, MA 02114.
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Charlie Hensel
January 31, 2025
Mike and all,
I can´t believe it has been over six years since you departed. I will say that whenever you think about our security work on Nantucket, I think of you.
Rest in peace my friend,
God Bless.
Richard Bigelow
February 1, 2021
Mike with all that´s going on In the
World now your in a better place, you are missed the Crew often talks about Mike and Maxx your H L family misses you as I´m sure your son, daughter grand kids miss you and the kids getting to know grandpa. On the 7th of Feb
look down enjoy one of the best games to be played. Dick B
Charlie Hensel
January 31, 2021
Mike,
You are missed but things are not to good here now so I am sure you are in a better place.
God Bless
Ed Nelson
January 30, 2021
Good Friend
Very much miss. his. Quip &. thoughts
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Richard Bigelow
January 31, 2019
Mike and your partner Max we miss you I miss you because I have no one to put on my list no one to tease you will always be in my mind I felt helpfull when you wanted to talk although not here you are in a much better place and at peace. God Bless You
February 13, 2018
Condolences.
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S Scudder
February 12, 2018
Mike had an easy way about him. Everyone enjoyed having Mike and Maxx around. We will all miss them here at Hyline.
Sandy and Skip Scudder
Charlie & Marcia Hensel
February 10, 2018
Vanessa, Matt and the Greaney Family,
The passing of your dad was a shock to me and all on Nantucket Island. I worked with Mike and he was a good man and officer. He will be missed but he will also be remembered in the hearts of us all at Hy-Line.
God Bless and May He Rest In Peace.
February 9, 2018
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
February 8, 2018
Matt and Marissa,
We just heard of your Dad's passing, and we are so very sorry for your loss! Please let us know if there is anything we can do, and know that you are in our hearts and prayers.
Love
Mike and Colleen
Anthony Vigliotti
February 8, 2018
Condolences to the Greaney Family.
BOB-JEAN CARACCIOLO
February 8, 2018
TO THE GREANEY FAMILY OUR THOUGHTS AN PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.WE HAD A GREAT TIME AT HY-LINE
Pat Vigeant
February 8, 2018
Dear Matt & Vanessa,
I am so sorry for your loss. Know he will be with you always, hold onto all the wonderful memories you have with him to help you get through this very sad and difficult time. May you find comfort knowing he is at peace.
Laurie Raphaelson
February 7, 2018
Sorry to hear of Michael's death. Too soon, too young. May your memories help you through this difficult family time.
Paul Waters
February 7, 2018
To the entire Greaney family:
My most sincere condolences to you at the loss of Mike. I knew him for so many years. I remember how he'd follow Pat and Steve to ball fields where we all were playing and to Holland Rink when we were all playing basketball. He himself became such an excellent athlete, as were his brothers. I'm so sorry to read of his passing. A fine family man and certainly one of God's gentlemen.
Bill Sliney
February 7, 2018
To the Greaney family, my sincere condolences on the loss of Mike. I had worked with him at Habilitation Assistance Corp. and along with all the other drivers are really going to miss him.He was a hard worker and a fun guy to be around. A great guy! RIP
February 7, 2018
Our sincere condolences to the Greaney family in the loss of your dear love one. Our prayers are as yours, that God provide his care and comfort you each day. - Ps 145:18,19
Denise Fogarty
February 7, 2018
Dear Matt and Vanessa,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your Dad! Hold on to all your precious memories! God bless you all!
Love and Prayers,
Brenda Baccus
February 7, 2018
Rest in Peace, MIke
Brenda Baccus
February 7, 2018
With heartfelt condolences and my deepest sympathy to The Greaney Family. I am deeply saddened by Mikes passing. Summers at Hy-line will never be the same. Such a kind man with a great sense of humor who loved his Golden Max. Rest in Peace Mike, my dear friend...
Brenda Baccus, HY-line Cruises Hyannis
Cracker
February 7, 2018
Not often am I at a loss for words. Thank you for your direction, knowledge, logic, and friendship. I will truly miss you Mike. #1825.
Robert Lynch
February 7, 2018
May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolences.
John Beauregard
February 6, 2018
Sorry for your loss...I worked under his supervision for years. He was the best of all the upper management at the Jail.
Katie (Rugg) Roger
February 6, 2018
Matt and Vanessa,
I have no words. I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope your good memories bring you some light in this difficult time. You and your families are in my prayers.
Love,
February 6, 2018
Steve and Family,
So sorry to hear of Mike's passing.
May he Rest In Peace.
Jerry Poulin
MARCO Island Florida
Peg and Mike O'Loughlin
February 6, 2018
To the Greaney family -
We are very sorry for your loss. Mike was a good person and an excellent coworker. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sean Cronin
February 6, 2018
Matt & Vanessa sorry to hear about the tragic passing of your dad. I knew and worked with Mike for many years. He was always fair, professional, and respectful to everyone he worked with.I know it must be a great loss to you both.
Becky Benson
February 6, 2018
My heart goes out to Mike's family. He was a really great guy. We only knew him a short time but everyone adored him and we're deeply saddened to hear of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. From all of us at HAC,you'll be missed Mike.
Anthony Petrone
February 6, 2018
I am very sorry for your loss. I worked with Mike many years ago. He was a nice caring man who I enjoyed talking sports with. May he Rest In Peace.
February 6, 2018
Matt and family,
My deepest sympathies to you during your time of loss. May God comfort you and know that your father is at rest. He is now forever your guardian angel.
Kathy Butkiewicz
Holden,MA
Paul Perry
February 6, 2018
Matt,Vanessa,
I am extremely saddened to hear this news,,,your dad was an amazing man.
I will never forget him and the great times we had working together at the jail. Many years have passed since we last saw each other,,,but I will always remember the laughs we shared in the "hut".
Art Cantara
February 6, 2018
Matt and Vanessa,
Our deepest sympathy to you.
I worked with Mike at Hy-Line for several years and we were great friends. We would meet for coffee weekly in the off season.
Art and Joette Cantara
Edward. J Mcmanaman. Sr
February 6, 2018
Very sorry for your loss may he rest in peace
Richard Bigelow
February 5, 2018
Matt , Vanessa and Greaney family the Hy Line Security Dept family sends their sincerest sympathy in the loss of Mike too soon too sad. Mike always had a smile when he and his partner Max came to work when it came time to board the boat to Nantucket Max would be pulling him along. I remember this past fall Mike told me the Eagles would be playing the Pats in the super bowl I think he was right on the 50 yd. line watching. I will and his co workers will sincerely miss him. God bless you all
We lost a great guy. Richard Bigelow Security Director Hy Line Cruises
Amy Locke
February 5, 2018
My thoughts and prayers Matt are with you and your family . Sorry for your loss
Marguerite Rountree
February 5, 2018
My sincere condolences to all of Mike's family and friends. He was always smiling and had Maxx with him when he was at HyLine. We will all miss him.
Marguerite
HyLine
Jim Trainor
February 5, 2018
Another good person taken from us. Mike is gone but he will never be forgotten.
February 5, 2018
To the Family,
Sincere thoughts of prayers and strength during this difficult time of sorrow. Deputy Greaney, then the notably 'Captain' Greaney was my Operations Supervisor of the notorious Mods Complex. His signature sun glasses, famous one liners and master of corrections is his trademark. It's sad that after 30 years in that 'jungle' that his retirement wasn't fulfilled. May he now sail into the Cape Cod horizon filled with serenity, peace and the gentle breeze behind him.
God Bless,
Mike Martin.
Christine Marold Gallo
February 5, 2018
Very sorry to hear of the passing of Mike. Sorry for your loss Vaness and Matt and the rest of your family. Prayers to you all.
David Anderson
February 5, 2018
Matt, and family,
Deepest condolences to you all during this sad time. Mike was the best person anyone could work for, and/or be a friend of, which I am fortunate to have been both. Thoughts, and prayers are, and will be with you.
Denice White
February 5, 2018
Deepest Sympathy to Mikes family. I worked with Mike at the Hyline in Nantucket. He was a pure gentleman and I thoroughly enjoyed working with him. He will be missed but I'm sure he is happy being reunited with his loved ones. Rest In Peace Mike.
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