Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
John Dolan Obituary
Born in Barrington, Rhode Island on July 28, 1935 to the late John James and Alice Loretta (Flavin) Dolan. He was raised in Attleboro and graduated from Monsignor James Coyle High School, 1953, Tufts University, Magna Cum Laude, 1958 and Harvard Law School in 1961. He served in the United States Army from 1954 to 1956, and he was stationed in Japan.
He practiced law in Braintree and Attleboro prior to his appointment by Massachusetts Governor Edward J. King in 1980 as Judge of the Attleboro District Court. Judge Dolan served the Commonwealth diligently, proudly, and with fairness to all who came before him until his retirement in 1999 from the Bench.
Judge Dolan was a founding member and active in the Southeastern Regional Judges Conference. He was a member of the Attleboro District Court Bar Association, the Bristol County Bar Association, and the Massachusetts Bar Association. He was also formerly a tutor at The Attleboro Literacy Center.
He and his wife raised their family in Attleboro and then moved to North Attleboro later in life. He especially enjoyed times spent with his beloved wife and family, he truly considered those times and his family his most special blessings.
In addition to his beloved wife of 59 years, he is survived by his three sons and their families; Timothy, Patrick, and Michael.
John leaves a legacy of love, kindness, and many fond memories with his eight grandchildren whom he adored dearly; Erin, Megan, Jack, Kaitlyn, Christian, Leighton, Kiavanni Keehan, and Brendan.
Funeral services for Judge Dolan will be private.
At the request of the family, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 8180 Greensboro Drive, Suite 400 McLean, VA 22102
To send John's loved ones a message of condolence or remembrance, please visit duffy-poule.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Dolan
Sponsored by Duffy-Poule Funeral & Cremation Services - Attleboro.
2 Entries
Teruko Rucks
February 5, 2022
Sue, I am so sorry for your loss. Richard surely enjoyed his friendship with Jack going all the way back to their meeting in Japan and our visiting with you both in Florida. Wishing you the comfort of good memories.
Lynn McGee
December 11, 2021
Dear Sue and family,
We are so sorry for your loss of Jack. We are keeping you in our prayers and thoughts. Sending much love at this difficult time.
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results
Make a Donation
in John Dolan's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for John Dolan
Funeral services provided by:
Duffy-Poule Funeral & Cremation Services - Attleboro20 Peck Street, Attleboro, MA 02703
How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor John Dolan's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
