On September 1st, 2019 Ruth (Sorensen) Wesley, of Canton, loving wife and mother passed away at the age of 94. As a teenager she was a member of the RSROA and was an award-winning roller skate dancer at the Winter Garden. She was always proud of North Quincy High School where she graduated in 1943. Three months later she married the love of her life, Arthur, at the Wollaston Methodist Church. Through the Civil Service she worked for the Navy during World War II where Arthur was stationed in Key West. She later moved to Canton where she raised her children and became a devoted member of the United Church…

Louise C. Donlon (Stuart), age 93, of Canton passed away August 29th at the Norwood Hospital. Born and raised in Canton, she graduated from Canton High School Class of 1943 where she played on the Field Hockey Team. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Canton and the Sands Hills Club in Scituate . Beloved wife of the late Graham H. Mother of Janice L. Hayes and her husband James of Norton, Grahame H. Donlon and his wife Brenda of Eastham, and William J. Donlon and his wife Nancy of Stoneham. Grandmother of Tina Hayes, Graham, Ian, Michaela, Kaitlin and Joe Donlon and the late James Michael…

James T. Giblin, age 70, of Canton passed away August 21st surrounded by his loving family at the Stanley Tippet House in Needham. Born in Boston, he was raised in Dorchester and graduated from Boston Tech High School. He went on to graduate from U-Mass Amherst and earned his Master’s Degree from Northeastern University. Jim was the President of the Alpha Phi Omega Fraternity at U-Mass and created and maintained their website for many years. He was also active with Habitat for Humanity and built hundreds of birdhouses over the years that Habitat for Humanity decorated and auctioned as a fundraiser for the organization. He was also a volunteer for…

Marlene A. Corkery (MacPherson) “One hell of a wife and mother”, age 78, of Canton passed away at the Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton surrounded by her loving family. Born in Weymouth, she was raised in Holbrook and graduated from Holbrook High School and has lived in Canton for the last 55 years. She was an avid gardener and taught all of her children and grandchildren to appreciate gardening. She loved spending time with her husband, children and grandchildren and summering in Cromesett Island in Wareham. She also enjoyed water aerobics at the Pappas Hospital School in Canton with her friends. According to her husband of 61 years she…

Stella Mae Cruz, age 1, of Canton passed away peacefully on August 14, 2019. Beloved daughter of Jessica and Osvaldo Cruz. Visiting hours and Funeral Service will be held at The Spanish Church of God, 450 Quincy St. Dorchester on Saturday August 17 from 9-11 AM. Interment will take place at Knollwood Memorial Park, Canton. Relatives and friends are invited to attend.

Eileen Mary McGrath (McMullin), age 72, of Jamaica Plain, MA passed away suddenly at her home in Canton on August 14, 2019. Eileen was born in Jamaica Plain, graduated from Hyde Park High School, lived for many years in Roslindale and has been a Canton resident for the past 20 years. Eileen worked in the Admissions Office at Arbor Hospital for over 30 years also supporting the department as a legal clerk and Notary. She was the beloved wife of the late Michael McGrath, mother of two children, Phillip (Charlie) Hiltz and Lynne Locayo (Hiltz) and sister of one brother John (Mack) McMullin who predeceased her and is survived by…

John H. Draper, III, age 80 of Canton passed away suddenly August 10th. Born in Norwood, he was a lifelong resident of Canton. He graduated from Phillips Academy in Andover and Trinity College in Harford, Ct. John went on to serve in the United States Navy and graduated from Naval Submarine School in Groton, CT. He was the President of Draper Knitting Co. in Canton for many years before retiring. John was also a longtime member of the Board of Trustees and Executive Committee at the Bank of Canton, a Member and Past President of the Board of Trustees of the Norwood Hospital and a Member and Past Director of…

Mary A. Heap (Payne), age 77, of Canton passed away August 5th at Cornerstone @ Canton. Born and raised in Quincy, she graduated from Quincy High School and has lived in Canton for the last 55 years. She was a member of the Canton Garden Club, FISH, and a CCD Teacher at St. John the Evangelist Church in Canton. Beloved wife of the late Richard T. Heap and John Hagberg. Mother of Tracey A. Connolly and her husband Kevin of Canton, Patty E. Ciolfi and her husband Larry of Plymouth, Richard T. Heap, Jr. of Dorchester, Christopher M. Heap and his wife Kristine of New Bedford, and Joseph P. Heap…

Elena Marini, age 97, of Canton passed away July 29th at the Norwood Hospital. Born in Boston, she was raised in Hyde Park and has lived in Canton since 1971. She was a member of the Jolly Aces Senior Group in Hyde Park and worked as a Secretary for Investors Bank & Trust Co. for 15 years before retiring in 1986. Elena was an avid Bingo player. Known as the fun “Aunt” her life revolved around her family especially her nieces, nephews, grand and great-grand nieces and nephews. Aunt of Leona Hanrahan and her husband Neal of CT, Leonard Marini and his wife Sallie of Natick, Steven Marini and his…

Hugh L. Smith of Canton, Age 69 passed peacefully on July 25 surrounded by his family after a battle with lung disease. Hugh was born in Dorchester and is survived by his beloved wife of 35 years, Carol and his sons Ian Smith of Tampa, FL, Douglas Smith and his wife Crystal of North Chelmsford and three grandchildren: Matthew, Kailyn and Nolan. Dear brother to Gilbert Smith of TN, Margaret Wright of Mansfield, and the late Ken Smith, Elaine Cox, and Ann Reardon. Also survived by his many nieces and nephews. Hugh loved life, he had many interests and made the best of friends throughout his entire life. His laughter,…

Esther T. Gomes (Tabella), age 95, of Stoughton, formerly of Canton passed away July 19th at the Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton. Born and raised in in E. Providence, RI, she has lived in Stoughton for the last 25 years and previously lived in Canton. Beloved wife for 62 years of the late Edward W. Mother of Cheryl Pina and her husband Jerome of Stoughton and the late Henrietta “Kenny” Randolph-Aronoff and her husband Al of Brockton. Grandmother of Jillian Pina of Abington, Christopher Pina and his partner Stephanie of Brighton, Kelly Mallory and her husband Dana of Brockton and Clarence “Randy” Randolph of Brockton. Great grandmother of Brooke,…

Rita M. Jackson (Foley), age 75, of Canton passed away July 17th at the Norwood Hospital. Born in Norwood, she graduated from Canton High School and was a lifelong resident of Canton. She worked for over 30 years for the Canton Public Schools as a Lunch Lady at the Galvin Middle School and Canton High School. Rita loved her work and all the children she served over the years. She was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Canton. Beloved wife of the late Robert M. Mother of Tracie Ryan and her husband Dave of Canton. Grandmother of Robert and Sarah Ryan. Sister of Patricia Demayo of Canton…

John R. “Jack” Spierdowis, age 68, retired CPD, of Canton passed away July 15th at the Norwood Hospital. Born in Norwood, he was a lifelong resident of Canton. He attended St. John’s School and Canton High School and graduated from the State Police Academy in Wakefield. He went on to serve on the Canton Police Department for over 25 years before retiring. Jack was also a Bonded Certified Locksmith and Gunsmith and ran J.R. Spierdowis Locksmith in Canton for many years. Beloved longtime partner Linda M. Gately of Norwood. Brother of Helyn Spierdowis of Canton and the late Jean Ann Spierdowis. Visiting hours at the Dockray & Thomas Funeral Home…