Judy Higgins Donohue reported that our classmate, Carol Ann Butler, has passed on to eternal life. Below is her obituary.

Carol Ann Butler, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2024, in North Easton, MA, at the age of 82. She passed in a care home after facing long-term complications from illness.

Carol was born on July 12, 1942, in Brockton, MA, to Angelina “Pat” (née Spadea) and Walter Grize, who raised her in the Lithuanian Village to have values deeply rooted in family, work and faith. She was preceded in death by her sister, Diane Silvia, whose memory she always held close.
Carol was a 1960 graduate of Brockton High School , where she laid the foundation for a life driven by thoughtfulness and curiosity. It was during these formative years that she developed a love for reading, a passion that stayed with her throughout her life.

She leaves behind her devoted husband, as well as four loving sons: Todd D. Butler and his wife Kara of Tumwater, WA; Douglas H. Butler and his wife Jennifer of Hatfield, MA; William Butler of Tacoma, WA; and Tyler M. Butler and his partner Nicole Santosuosso of Providence, RI. Carol embraced the role of motherhood and grandmotherhood with unparalleled devotion, fostering memories filled with love and laughter.

A celebration of Carol Ann Butler’s life will be held at a date and time to be determined, where family and friends will gather to honor her memory and share stories of the remarkable woman she was.

A deep and sincere thank you is owed to the people in Carol’s life, who just wanted to make her comfortable. Thank you to Tyler M. Butler and Nicole Santosuosso for living with and caring for her, allowing her to stay in her home as she grew old. Also, thank you to the care team at Southeast Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center in North Easton, MA.

Judy Higgins Donohue reported that our Classmate, Jane Moynihan has passed on to eternal life. The following is her obituary:

Jane Moynihan, age 82, lifelong of Brockton, died on September 12, 2024 at Bay Pointe Rehabilitation following a period of failing health. She was the devoted daughter of the late John H. and Anna E. (Doherty) Moynihan and sister of the late John Moynihan.

Jane attended St. Patrick School, Brockton High School and graduated from Katherine Gibbs School. She worked for many years as a Nursing Home Coordinator and later as an Administrative Aide for Rep. Geraldine Creedon. Jane retired from the State House in 2013.

Jane was enormously proud of her Irish heritage and took many trips to Ireland to research her family history. She was a longtime communicant of St. Edith Stein Church in Brockton.

Jane will be remembered for her kind heart, her quick wit, her feistiness and her love of Irish music. Please remember Jane by performing an act of kindness or reaching out to someone who is lonely.

At Jane’s request, all services will be private.

For online condolences - www.conleyfuneralhome.com.

Judy Donohue advised us that our classmate, Robert LaTremouille, has passed on to eternal life... His obituary follows below.

Robert James LaTremouille, Esq., 81, passed away at home on June 18 , 2024. He was born in Cambridge, MA the son of the late Robert A. and Phyllis R. (Ladner) LaTremouille.

Robert Studied Government/Poly Sci BA at University of Massachusetts Amherst and he graduated from the School of Law at Boston University. He was self- employed in Cambridge, MA for many years and in retirement he worked at SAG-AFTRA (The world’s largest labor union representing performers, broadcasters and recording artists.) He was also a leader and protector of animal rights.

He is survived by his sister: Jeanne M. Damon and his brother’s Gerard A. LaTremouille and George W. LaTremouille. He is also survived by many loving relatives and friends.

His committal service with military honors at the Massachusetts National Cemetery will be private. In Lieu of flowers please make memorial gifts to the MSPCA 350 Huntington Ave., Boston MA 02130 www.mspca.org/donate-now/

To Leave a message of condolence for the family please visit www.warehamvillagefuneralhome.com

 

Judy Donohue advised us that our classmate Richard (Dick) Govoni passed into eternal life on July 24th. The following is his Obituary.

It is with sadness his family reports the passing of Lt. Col. Richard A. Govoni, U.S. Army (ret.), on July 24, 2024. Dick was predeceased by his parents, Louis & Sarah (Murphy) Govoni, and his wife Susan (Barr). He is survived by brother Robert and his wife Marge, of Springfield VA, and sister Barbara, of Rockland MA.

Dick was a graduate of Brockton High School, class of 1960 and maintained lifelong connections with many of his classmates. Dick and Susan moved to the Cape 18 years ago after Dick’s many military assignments had created additional friendships and experiences all over the globe. Dick and Susan continued to be enthusiastic world travelers. Dick, who loved baseball, made it his own mission to visit baseball parks across this country.

Dick devoted many volunteer hours to The Family Pantry of Harwich and was also a dedicated golfer and former membership chairman for the Mid-Cape Men's Club.

As per Dick's instructions, there will be no visiting hours. Interment will take place at the National Military Cemetery in Bourne at 11:30 am on August 14, 2024. Those wishing to attend should meet at 10:15 am at Hallett Funeral Home, 273 Station Avenue, South Yarmouth, MA.

Joe Giovanello notified us, that our classmate, Elaine F. (Moran) Morse passed away on May 23, 2024. Below is her obituary.

Elaine F. (Moran) Morse, 83, of Bridgewater, passed away peacefully under the care of her family and hospice. She was the wife of the late Theodore E. “Ted” Morse.

Born June 11, 1940 in Brockton, she was the daughter of the late Clement Moran and Louise (Cloutier) Moran. Raised in Brockton, she graduated from Brockton High School in 1960.

Elaine was a School Bus driver for First Student Bus Company for several years. She also had worked for BPM (Brockton Public Market) and Reebok.

She most enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, attending yard sales, watching Judge Judy and Fuller House. She was known to always enjoy her coffee and spending time with her sister-in-law, Beverly Foster.

Elaine is survived by her daughters, Darlene Mullins and her husband Fred, III., Lynda Coggins and her husband John and Tricia St. Martin and her late husband Raymond, Jr.; her grandchildren, Darlene Lynn Radford and her husband Mark, Frederick A. Mullins, IV., Morgan St. Martin, Sara Mullins, Emma Coggins, Michael Coggins, Matthew Mullins and Payton St. Martin; her great-granddaughter, Chelsi Elaine Radford; her sister, Doris Blanchard; her lifelong friend, Marilyn “Merri” Forrester; her loving caregiver, Denise Murphy Pearlman; she is also survived by many nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Robert Moran, Patricia Moran and Paul Moran.

Funeral from the Russell & Pica Funeral Home, 441 South Main St., (Rt28) West Bridgewater on Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 11:00AM thence to St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 103 Center St., Bridgewater where a funeral mass will be celebrated for the repose of her soul at 12:00PM. Interment will follow in the VA National Cemetery, Bourne at 2:00PM. In lieu of flowers, donations in Elaine’s name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or the NVNA and Hospice.

Alfred Galante reported to us that our classmate, David B. Wahlgren, of Randolph, MA, passed away on May 8, 2024, at the age of 81. Affectionately known as "Big Dave," "Wally," or to his students as "Mr. Wahlgren" or "Mr. W."

Kerry Harkins just received notification from Walter Donilla that our classmate Gene Gilmore has passed on to eternal life... Note: Gene passed away in February 2024, but his passing was not seen until the other day. So this is the best information we have. - His obiturary follows below:

Judy Higgins Donohue reported that our classmate, Joseph A. Norkus Passed away on February 4th... The following is his obituary:

Joseph A. Norkus, 81, of Brockton, passed away on February 4, 2024. Born in Boston, son of the late Joseph A. and Sophie C. (Brasas) Norkus, he was a lifelong resident of Brockton and was a graduate of Brockton High School, class of 1960. After high school, Joseph entered the United States Air Force and served in Vietnam. He worked at Footjoy in Brockton and as a surface mount technician for GTE. He enjoyed polka music, loved to dance, and would look forward to the annual Lithuanian Labor Day picnics.

Joseph was the husband of the late Rosalie M. (D’Allocco) Norkus; father of Michelle L. Luizzi (and Paul) of AZ and David J. Norkus (and Meghan) of Weymouth, Patricia Flynn of Abington, Lisa Burgess of Bridgewater and the late Michael Flynn; loving grandfather and great grandfather to several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother of Joanne Chuckran of Bridgewater, Mary Foster of SC and the late Michael Norkus.

All are welcome to his graveside service on Thursday, February 15th at 12:30 p.m. - 12:30 PM
at Calvary Cemetery, 95 N. Cary St., Brockton.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Joseph A. Norkus, please visit our floral store at Waitt Funeral Home.

Sarah Ritcey Loan informed Judy Higgins Donohue that our classmate, Barbara Anne Lordi passed on to eternal life... Below is her obituary:

In Raynham, January 29, 2024 Barbara Anne (Lordi) Fox wife of the late Sgt Major Richard J. Fox died Monday evening at Life Care Center at the age of 81. Born in Boston, Barbara was a lifelong resident of Brockton. She was a 1960 graduate of Brockton High School. Barbara worked for Brockton Public School, first as a teacher’s aide then later as an Administrative Secretary in the central offices retiring in 2008.

After retirement, she worked part time at Shaw’s Supermarket at the customer service desk in Brockton. She was an active member and office holder for the PM Club, Brockton Woman’s Guild, Son’s of Italy, Brockton Jaycees, Red Hat’s Society and Immanuel Baptist Church. Barbara enjoyed reading, knitting, sewing, bible study, gardening, painting, traveling around the world, Italy, France, Australia, Hawaii, Cape Cod, 4th of July Red Sox’s games, live concerts and especially spending time with her family and friends.

Barbara was the loving mother of Michael J. Fox of Taunton, Lt. Col. (Ret.) Christopher J. Fox and his wife Shelley of Pleasant, SC, Gregory J. Fox and his wife Danielle of Bristol, RI and Lt.Col Jeremy J. Fox and his wife Judith of Fort Drum, NY. Loving grandmother of Brianna, Austin, Miranda, Declan, Taylor, Hadlee and Camden Fox.

Calling hours will be held at the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home 70 Washington Street in Taunton on Saturday, February 10th from 9-11 AM followed by a service held at Immanuel Baptist Church, 92 Alger Street in Brockton at 12:30 PM. Interment will be private.

VISITATION: Saturday, February 10, 2024, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the O'Keefe-Wade Funeral Home 70 Washington Street Taunton, MA 02780. The Funeral Service follows at 12:30 PM at Immanuel Baptist Church, 92 Alger street, Brockton, MA 02302.