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George J. Wagner, 92, a lifelong resident of Quincy, died peacefully on Sunday, December 5, 2021, at the Alliance Health West Acres Nursing Rehabilitation in Brockton.

Born in Boston on March 13, 1929, he was the son of the late John J. and Josephine (Vickery) Wagner. George was raised by his adoptive parents, the late George and Margaret Dodd. He attended local schools and graduated from North Quincy High School with the Class of 1947.

George worked as a youth director with the Middlesex County Training School for twelve years. He also worked for Catholic Charities for thirteen years. George was an escort for Beckham Travel Service in Canton. He enjoyed his work and the relationships he built throughout the years.

Known to many as “Uncle George,” George loved the City of Quincy and was very involved with his community. A man of great faith, he was an active communicant of Sacred Heart Church. George was a regular volunteer at Fr. Bill’s Place, the Crane Library, and a Sacred Heart Eucharistic minister. He was also a member of North Quincy Knights of Columbus, the Sacred Heart Holy Name Society, the Sacred Heart Prayer Group, a booster of North Quincy High School, and an honorary member of the North Quincy High School Hall of Fame.

George was the loving brother of Loretta Dwyer and her late husband Edward of Maine. He was the dear friend of Marilyn Zimmerman and her late husband Ernie of Quincy, Edward Goodwin and his wife Helen of Canton, and George Goodwin and his wife Donna of Saugus. George is fondly remembered as “Uncle George” to Mark Zimmerman and his wife Kara of Quincy, Brian Zimmerman of Randolph, and Eric Zimmerman and his wife Maura.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to greet the family during the visiting hours on Thursday, December 9, 2021, 9-10 AM, in the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the funeral home at 9:45 AM on Thursday, December 9, 2021, prior to the Funeral Mass at Divine Mercy Parish in Sacred Heart Church, Quincy at 10:30 AM.

Services will conclude with interment in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Quincy.

Memorial contributions may be sent in George’s name to The Jimmy Fund c/o Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168.

See keohane.com for directions and online condolences.

Susan M. Galvin of Quincy passed away on December 2, 2021 at age 78.

She was a graduate of Quincy High School class of 1960.

Susan is survived by her loving brothers Gerard and Stephen Galvin.

Family and friends are invited to visiting hours on Wednesday, December 8 4:00PM-7:00PM at the Dennis Sweeney Funeral Home 74 Elm St., Quincy Center. On Thursday, there will be a Mass at 10:00AM at Holy Trinity Parish, Our Lady of Good Counsel, Quincy.

Burial to follow at Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree.

Memorial donations may be made St. Jude Children’s Hospital at stjude.org/donate.

Leona T. (Handrahan) Doran, of Quincy, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at the Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton. She was 94.

Born in Pisquid, Prince Edward Island, Canada, on April 17, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Gertrude (Gillian) Handrahan. She grew up on a farm that overlooked the Pisquid River, one of the most beautiful places in the world, a paradise except for the mosquitos. At the age of 10, Leona’s father died leaving her 18-year-old brother, six other sisters, and mother to work that farm, where they all learned to work and to take care of each other. She was the first to buy a car (an old Ford Model A that used as much oil as gas) by saving her extra berry picking and egg grader money.

When Leona didn’t find a husband, her and her sister Evelyn left home to the “land of opportunity” where there were jobs and no mosquitos. Once in America, they lived on Columbus Avenue in Boston. They would go to “Canadian Dances” where Leona met John G. Doran, a fisherman from Holyrood, Newfoundland, who swept her off her feet. The two married and John went off to do his military duty. Little known fact, John Doran’s good buddy, Frank Manning, ended up marrying Leona’s sister Evelyn.

John and Leona, both coming from large families, spent much time visiting with them. She worked hard, saved her money, and ended up in North Quincy, a home she loved that constantly evolved. Building that house was a labor of love, her brother-in-law Joseph McIsaac and Winsel Larkin did most of the carpentry, though John and Leona certainly did their part as well.

In the mid ‘70s, they purchased the family farm in PEI, a place she couldn’t part with, even though she was unable to travel to it the past few years. The old farmhouse deteriorated, and a new one was built in the ‘80s. The bulk of the building was done by John, Leona, young John, and his future wife Robin. They would spend a good part of their summers with family and friends, enjoying their island paradise. They would work on the house, have visitors, play many card games, attended local dances, and church suppers.

Throughout her life Leona had many dogs. Most of the time she had to have two dogs, because it was too heartbreaking when one would die. Her last companion was Claudia, a German shepherd rescue from Memphis, who kept her on her toes and gave her lots of company in the last few years.

Leona was a nurturer and liked to watch things grow. She always had a garden and over the years it got larger and larger. Then came the problem of what to do with the extra, you can only eat so much. She would end up peddling veggies to many neighbors, family members, or whoever else came by. She would even bring tomatoes to her doctor’s appointments.

Leona was a woman that always kept busy.  From painting the house to cut the grass, sealing the driveway to shingling her roof, Leona was not afraid to get her hands dirty. She would walk her dogs about 5 miles a day up until, she was hit by a car at age 86, at which time she sustained many injuries. It set her back, but she bounced back to a point. Leona had trouble staying idle, so to keep her busy, she braided rugs, made quilts, afghans, knitted hats, scarfs, and sweaters, made all the draperies in the house, stripped and refurbished furniture. She was even known to make some of her own clothes.

She was certainly independent, possibly due to John G. being away a lot and then left for good 10 years ago. Because of some declining health issues, Leona had to give up some of her duties. In the later years, she paid someone to paint the house and coat the driveway. She even gave up cutting the grass and snow blowing.

The last two years the climate was against her, and the garden was a little disappointing, but she still got a few tomatoes up to the neighbors. All in all, Leona was able to stay in her home with her dog and continue to occasionally drive her car, even though her son was opposed to it. It took the coronavirus to take her down. So please, take this virus seriously, get the vaccine, wear your mask and hopefully it will go away before it takes anyone else.

Leona was the beloved wife of the late John G. Doran, who died in 2011. Devoted mother of John W. Doran and his spouse Robin of Greenfield. Loving grandmother of Hillary J. Doran of FL. Dear sister Alicia Woodburn of NH. Preceded in death by her siblings: Ida Ostridge, Zeta McAree, Genevieve McIsaac, Mary St. John, Chester Handrahan, and Evelyn Manning. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to greet the family during the visitation on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, 9-10 AM in the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the funeral home at 9:45 AM on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, prior to the Funeral Mass at Divine Mercy Parish in Sacred Heart Church, Quincy at 10:30 AM.

The family requests face masks to be worn.

Services conclude with interment in Pine Hill Cemetery, Quincy.

A celebration of Leona’s life will be held at a later date to be announced.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Leona may be sent to your local animal shelter or the charitable organization of one’s choice.

See keohane.com for directions and online condolences.

Peter T. Flowers, age 76, of Quincy, formerly of Milton and Dorchester, died peacefully, Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at John Adams HealthCare Center, in the comfort of his loving family.

Peter was born in New York City, N.Y., raised and educated in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from Northeastern University.

He lived in Quincy for seven years, previously in Milton for over twenty years, and earlier in Dorchester for fifteen years.

Peter was proud to have volunteered with the Peace Corps in the early 1970s, serving in Iran.

He was employed as a mechanical engineer for many years and was proud to start his own business, Actinica, later in his career. Skilled in design, he was granted seven patents over the course of his career.

A creative person, Peter had an interest in photography as well as art. He also enjoyed music, especially Rock ‘n Roll, and was a roadie in the 1970s. He was an avid fan of Formula One racing.

Beloved husband for forty-four years of Mary (D’Aloisio) Flowers. Devoted father of Ashley F. Fleming and her husband Liam of Braintree, Jake L. Flowers of Berlin, Germany. Loving grandfather of Molly H. and Margot O. Fleming

At the request of the family, services are private.

For those who wish, donations in Peter’s memory may be made to John Adams HealthCare Center, 211 Franklin Street, Quincy, MA 02169.

The Flowers family would like to acknowledge the staff at John Adams HealthCare Center for the compassionate care provided to Peter over these past many years.

Arrangements were under the direction of the Sweeney Brothers Home for Funerals, 1 Independence Avenue, Quincy. You are invited to visit thesweeneybrothers.com or call 617-472-6344.

Joseph A. “Joe” Brill passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 25, 2021 at the age of 66.

Raised in Houghs Neck, Quincy. Graduate of Quincy High, Class of 1974.  Joe was a United States Navy veteran. Retired from Delta Airline after 30 years, also retired from the Mass State Lottery and was currently working as a liaison/manager for the Quincy Parks Dept.

Joe lived a life of giving back. He was commander of the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 294, financial officer for Morrisette Post and assistant chaplain of the Quincy Veterans Council. He took pride in helping veterans. A few things close to his heart was the observance of Flags at Veterans Island in Fort Square, Harvey’s Saltwater Fishing Club Vets Day and so much more.

Joe was the biggest Red Sox fan and was well known and loved by everyone at Fenway, where he has attended more games than you can imagine. He suffered a massive heart attack at Fenway in September 2013 and then threw out the first pitch almost a year to the day later. Joe would always thank the first responders who saved his life.

Joe dedicated many years to coaching and mentoring many kids throughout Little League and many organizations in the City of Quincy. To say that he loved his city was an understatement. Joe would light up a room and had a presence like no other, his smile and quirky, corny jokes will be missed.

Joe is survived by his beloved wife Theresa M. Brill; loving father to Victoria Brill of Albany, NY and Andrew Panagraze of Holbrook. Joseph is also survived by his parents Robert P. Brill Sr. and Clementine DeAngelis of Houghs Neck; Brother of Donna Rowan of Quincy, Richard Brill of Quincy, Catherine Brill of Braintree, and the late John F. and Robert P. Brill; Also survived by his loving nieces and nephew, Amanda Rowan, Sara Al-Janabi and Adam Al-Janabi.

Family and friends are invited to visiting hours on Sunday, December 5th from 2:00-6:00PM at the Dennis Sweeney Funeral Home 74 Elm Street, Quincy Center. On Monday there will be a Mass at 10:00AM at Holy Trinity Parish Most Blessed Sacrament Church in Quincy. Burial with Military Honors will follow at Pine Hill Cemetery in Quincy.

The family asks that masks please be worn. Masks will be provided.

In Joe’s memory, donations can be made to Quincy Veteran Services, 24 High School Ave, Quincy, MA 02169 or the American Heart Association at heart.org.

Thomas D. Curtin, Jr., of Quincy, formerly of East Weymouth.

Family and friends mourn the death of Tom Curtin, 87, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle and all-around terrific guy who fought hard, despite his medical challenges, to spend more time with them.  He passed away on November 28.

Tom leaves his wife of 62 years, Barbara; his three children, Barbara Graceffa and her husband Philip, Thomas Curtin III and his wife Deborah, and Carole Corthell and her husband Bruce; and grandchildren Samantha and Thomas Curtin and Haley Corthell. A long-time resident of East Weymouth, he was raised in South Boston, son of Thomas and Ruth Curtin. He was predeceased by his sister Patricia.

As a younger man, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and many sports including football, handball, softball, and swimming. In later years, he played golf with his son and friends from the Weymouth Elks. He was often in the bleachers as his children and grandchildren played baseball, softball, and soccer.

Always one to volunteer when needed, Tom gladly stepped up to play Santa at the company Christmas parties, to coach Weymouth Little League, and to care for his grandchildren whom he loved “the mostest.” He was an avid reader and craftsman and enjoyed his annual vacations to Cape Cod. As a supply specialist in the United States Army, Tom proudly served his country and was recently recognized in a veterans’ event in Quincy. Tom leaves a lasting legacy of love, hard work and, most of all, good humor.  He will be missed by all who knew him.

Donations in Tom’s name may be made to the Weymouth Senior Center or Weymouth Food Pantry.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to greet the family during the visitation on Thursday from 9:30-10:45 AM in the McDonald Keohane Funeral Home EAST WEYMOUTH at 3 Charles Street (corner of Charles & Middle Street) followed by a service at 11 AM in the funeral home. Burial in MA National Cemetery, Bourne at 12:45 PM.

See keohane.com for directions and online condolences.

Frank C. Magnoli, Jr. of Quincy passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at age 64.

Frank was raised and educated in Weymouth. He worked as a plumber for Spataro Plumbing and Boston Medical Center for over 40 years.

Frank was predeceased by his beloved wife Santina “Sandy” Spataro; his loving parents Frank C. Magnoli and Helen Tanguay; He is survived by his loving children Ross Magnoli and his wife Brandi of Whitman, Melissa Robinson and her husband Matthew of Quincy; dear brother of Patricia Carey of Whitman, Michele Fitzgibbons and her husband Charlie of Marshfield; loving grandfather of Bryan, Johnny, Kiera, Nathan, Giana and Reese, and dear great grandfather of Arya; Frank was also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to visiting hours on Thursday, December 2nd 4:00-8:00PM at the Dennis Sweeney Funeral Home 74 Elm Street, Quincy Center. On Friday there will be a Mass at St. Joseph Church at 10:00AM. Following there will be a burial at Pine Hill Cemetery, Quincy.