Jeannine O'Connor was born to be a really great grandmother. She loved her role and loved her two grandchildren even more; four year-old Conor who affectionately called her "Nene" [pronounced knee-knee] and little Kayla who was christened last week. She was devoted to her children and worked for years as a waitress at Il Capriccio in Waltham where she was a beloved member of the restaurant team. Jeannine M. Peabody was born in Waltham on June 20, 1964, a daughter of Clayton and Jean (Dodakin) Peabody of Watertown. She was raised in Watertown where she was a graduate of Saint Patrick's High School. Jeannine was 51 when she died on Saturday, January 16, 2016 and will forever be remembered with love and affection by a family who will cherish the memory of her sweet smile and her generous spirit. In addition to her parents and grandchildren, she leaves her children, Jessica A. Crusco and her husband, Stephen, of Waltham, Colleen M. O'Connor and her fianc, Brendon Clark, of Boston and Ryan C. O'Connor of Waltham; her sister, Cheryl Martino and her husband, Tony, of Watertown and several nieces and nephews. She was also the wife of the late Kevin J. O'Connor and a sister of the late Clayton Joseph Peabody. Her Funeral Mass was celebrated on Saturday, January 23rd, in Our Lady Comforter of the Afflicted Church, 880 Trapelo Road, Waltham. Burial was in Ridgelawn Cemetery, Watertown. Memorial donations may be made to the Crusco Education Fund, c/o Sachetta & Callahan, LLC, 600 Market Street, #684, Lynnfield, MA 01940. To offer condolences online, please visit www.joycefuneralhome.com

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Published by Waltham News Tribune from Jan. 27 to Feb. 5, 2016.

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David Madison

July 18, 2016

I am so sad to see Jeannine is gone. She was a great mother and friend to her sister. As her cousin we spent many Thanksgivings at her grandmothers house,( My Aunt) Enjoying each others company playing games. We all grew up seeing our family enjoy being together. Watching us all grow with spouses and children. Jeannine I will miss you.
David

The Arshad Family

January 21, 2016

Our deepest condolences at this heartbreaking time. We will miss seeing Jeannine's sweet smile. With love from the Arshad family

andrea james

January 21, 2016

Many years ago (38+) I had the privilege of meeting Jeannine.
I was the Director of Aquatics at the Watertown Boys and Girls Club.
Jeannine would come over to the Club for her PE classes.

My thoughts and prayers to all that remain here on earth.
Remember the great times, the fun times...the times of love, the times of learning, the times of nurturing.

Life on earth is precious.
Life in the everafter is the ultimate.

God bless you all.

Michael and Donna McCarthy

January 21, 2016

Dear jeannine, We are so sorry for you and your children and grandchildren. You are one of the nicest and sweetest people I have ever met. You were so proud to tell us about your Grandson and your kids. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your children.

Tessa Barron

January 22, 2016

Jeannine was the sweetest, kindest, most beautiful woman I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. I looked forward to going to the restaurant just to be able to chat with her and see all the latest pictures of her beautiful family and beloved Teddy. We are all completely heartbroken, but I will always cherish the time I got to spend with her kind soul through the years. I am so sorry for the family's loss, but feel comforted knowing you are looking over them every day with pride and that contagious smile. We will love and miss you for a lifetime.

Dan Donovan

January 21, 2016

You were fun to know and work with so long ago. Fly free with the angels! Prayers for all of your family and friends!

Jeanette Cote

January 21, 2016

Words cannot describe how truly sorry we are for the entire family. Jeannine was always so kind and caring, she was a gentle soul who loved her children and grandchildren more than anything. She was so proud of her children and would always tell stories of all of their accomplishments and especially of their kindness.
May all the wonderful memories you have of her give you some comfort during such a difficult time
May you rest in peace, love and light my dear.

Jane Craig

January 21, 2016

Jean, Clayton, Cheryl and Jeannine's family,

We are so sorry for the loss of such a lovely person.

Jean, I look at Jeannine's photos and I see you. Keep all those wonderful memories in your heart as you go through this difficult time.

Our thoughts are with you.

Love,
The Craig Family

Polly Milmore

January 20, 2016

OConnor Family...My family has such great memories of all of you and just want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers

Lisa Nalbandian and Naim Khoury

January 20, 2016

Dear Jessica and family.
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss and know that you are all in our prayers.
Lisa and Naim Khoury

David Madison

January 19, 2016

Clayton, Jean, Cheryl and all of the Grandkids and Great Grandkids,you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Jeannine was a wonderful person and will be remembered by all who knew her forever. She will be missed.
David and Suzi Madison

Patty Grier

January 20, 2016

Dear Mr. & Mrs. Peabody, Jessica, Colleen, Ryan & Family,

There are no words to truly express how deeply saddened I am by the passing of Jeannine. My heart goes out to each of you during this most difficult time. Jeannine was the most kind, gentle, loving, caring person I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. She will be greatly missed and may you each find comfort in the memories you have of her and the love she had for each of you.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

With deepest sympathy,
Patty Grier

donna

January 19, 2016

Clayton jean and family im so sorry for your loss. Words can not be expressed how sad I am to hear of jeanines passing. She was a sweet and beautiful woman. May you know im thinking of you at this very difficult time. God blees jeannine. Love donna

joan bartleman

January 19, 2016

Dearest Jean and Clayton,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Such a loss I cannot imagine but prayers for all of you at this time.

Peter Cholakis

January 19, 2016

Clay, Jean, Ryan, Jessica, Colleen;

Please know we are thinking of you all.

The Cholakis Family

Lauren Mackler

January 23, 2016

My deepest condolences to Kevin's family.

I was a Fiorella's regular customer, often for a late lunch or early dinner. I sat at the bar and being off hours and quiet, Kevin always had time to chat. He talked about his family, and would especially light up about his grandson and new baby sister.

Although I knew Kevin only from Fiorella's, we had a lot of great conversations. I found him to be intelligent and insightful, with a quick wit and a kind heart.

I send my thoughts and prayers to Kevin's family and friends. I am
heartbroken for you all.

Lauren Mackler

Andrea Kennedy LaCroix

February 3, 2016

Dear Colleen,

I just want to express my deepest sympathy for you and your family. You and I worked together at TJX (you were a PwC auditor) and my late husband was Tom LaCroix (Retired Waltham Chief of Police). My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know.

Sincerely,

Andrea Kennedy LaCroix

Dave LaFrance

January 21, 2016

Dear Jessica, Collen and Ryan,

My deepest sympathy for your loss. As a co-worker and friend of your Dads, he was always so proud of you all. He would talk so highly of you all, Jessica you gave your Mom and Dad their first grandchild, and second, this your Dad told me this past December, and he was proud of your career choice in special need teaching. Coleen, Dad was proud of you and your career choice too in the financial realm, and Ryan, your Dad was proud to know your career in IT Systems Support was on the move, a career I am in.

My heart is heavy with grief and sadness, you will always be in my thoughts

Dave

Janice Connelly

January 19, 2016

Dear James, Terrance & Paul I'm so sorry for your loss! My prayers are with You and All of your Family! Thinking of You All! Janice Connelly

Jack Simmons

January 20, 2016

Thoughts and prayers for you and your family, Jeannine

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