Obituaries

Eileen Marie (Dearing) Feeney, of Quincy, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, October 13, 2026. She was 93.

Born in Quincy, she was raised on Kendall Street and was the daughter of the late William and Eileen (Gibbons) Dearing. Eileen attended local schools and graduated first in her class from North Quincy High School in 1951. After high school, Eileen attended Cornell University on a full scholarship. Upon graduation in 1955, she worked as a math teacher in Connecticut before returning to Quincy to teach. After taking 14 years to raise her family, she returned to the Quincy School System serving as a teacher and then the Dean, Vice Principal and ultimately Principal of North Quincy High School, retiring in 2001. Eileen was a staunch North Quincy alum, working for and remaining deeply committed to the School community.

Eileen was a devout Catholic, attending the Star of the Sea and eventually Sacred Heart Churches. It was in Sacred Heart Church that she was baptized, received the sacraments and was married. Her commitment to attending morning mass in Sacred Heart began when she was in high school and continued for many years.

Eileen was generous, loving and selfless. She was a source of comfort and advice for her immediate and extended family and her ability to connect with the people she loved is her legacy that continues through her family. She will be missed by all the lives she touched.

Eileen was the widow of Joseph P. Feeney who passed in 2019 after 61 loving years of marriage. She was the devoted mother of Eileen F. Bushnell and her husband Tom of New York, Bernadette F. Crawford and her husband David of Florida, Joseph W. Feeney and his dear friend Jackie Joyce of Quincy and William F. Feeney and his wife Cindy of California. Eileen was the loving grandmother of Melissa Crawford of London, David Crawford of Maine, Nora Jordan and her husband Aaron of New York, Betsy Zalis and her husband Josh of New York, Jillian Crawford of Quincy, Kevin Crawford of Maine, Blue Feeney of California, Ruby Feeney of Colorado and was the loving great grandmother of Emery and Etta Jordan of New York and Noa Zalis of New York. Eileen is survived by her beloved brother and sister-in-law Francis and Alexis (Reiser) Dearing as well as many loving nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to greet the family during the visiting hours on Wednesday 10/21/2026 from 4-7 PM in the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY. A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the funeral home at 9AM on Thursday 10/22/2026 and a procession will go to the Funeral Mass in Sacred Heart Church, Quincy at which will commence 10 AM. Cremation will follow.

Interment is private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Eileen’s name may be sent to the Quincy Council on Aging, 440 E. Squantum St., Quincy, MA 02171.

Mary C. Dalton, age 77, formerly of Quincy and Dorchester, died peacefully, Thursday, October 1, 2026 at the South Shore Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center in Rockland, surrounded by her loving family.

Beloved daughter of the late James P. and Doris M. (Ballem) Dalton.

The youngest and last of seven siblings, she was predeceased by Georgia Larsen, June Meade, Doris M. Marshall, James D. Dalton, Richard F. Dalton, and Claire I. Morrissey.

Mary is survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and their families.

A Memorial Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Divine Mercy Parish in Our Lady’s Chapel at Sacred Heart Church, 386 Hancock Street, North Quincy, on Saturday, October 24, at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Inurnment will follow at Saint Mary’s Cemetery, Dorchester.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary’s memory may be made to the charity of your choice.

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

Patricia Ann (Earner) Kopp of Quincy, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, October 11th. She was 68.

She was born in Boston to Mary (Henry) and Patrick Earner and raised in South Boston. When she was in high school, her family moved to Pembroke, and she graduated from Silver Lake Regional High School.

After graduating, she began her career working with the State Racing Commission. She later spent many years as a waitress, a role that suited her love of people and her enjoyment of interacting with others while bringing warmth and personality to her work. Patricia took great pride in her career and was especially proud to serve as a secretary for the House Ways and Means Committee. She later continued her work as a secretary for Local 264, where she brought the same dedication and strong work ethic that had defined her throughout her life.

Above all else, Patricia was a devoted mother to her three sons, who were the center of her world. Whether she was getting them to their sporting events or ensuring that they each received a college education, she was their biggest supporter. She also shared their love of music, frequently attending concerts with them, and always found an excuse to dance. Her love and support never wavered, and she made sure her boys always knew how much they meant to her. Patricia instilled in them her wonderful sense of humor, her cheerful spirit, and her deep devotion to her faith. These gifts, along with the countless memories they shared, will remain a lasting part of her legacy.

Devoted mother to James Kopp and his wife Francesca of Norwell, John Kopp and his wife Alyssa of Quincy, and Leo Kopp and his wife Caitlin of Pembroke. Loving sister to Marylou Neumyer of Weymouth and her late husband Robert, and Joyce Guilfoy and her husband Martin of Nokomis, FL. Adoring grandmother to Samantha, Leo, and Elliana. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to greet the family during the visiting hours on Monday, October 19th, from 4 – 7 PM in the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY . A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the funeral home on 9:45 AM on Tuesday, October 20th, prior to the Funeral Mass to Immaculate Conception Church, Weymouth at 10:30 AM. Burial in Mt. Hope Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Patricia’s name may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516. Please see www.Keohane.com for directions and online condolences.

Mae E. (Smith) Roy, age 100, of Quincy, died peacefully, Monday, October 12, 2026 at home, surrounded by her loving family.

Mae was born in Boston, to the late Roland and Myrtle (Stanley) Smith. She was raised and educated in Dorchester. She lived in Quincy for twenty-eight years, previously in Westford and Somerville.

Mae was employed by the Veterans Administration over the years. She retired from the Bedford Veterans Affairs Medical Center after seventeen years.

She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary Fleet Reserve Association, Unit 66. She was a Sergeant at Arms in the later years.

Mae was devoted to her faith. She was an animal lover and bird watcher. Mae was an avid Bingo player. She loved going to the casino and playing gin rummy with her daughters. In her earlier years, Mae was an active participant at the Kennedy Center in Quincy, where she enjoyed yoga, Scrabble, and other activities.

Mae dedicated her life to her family. She loved being surrounded by her loved ones, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Beloved wife of the late Paul A. Roy and the late Michael Robito.

Devoted mother of Linda M. Winn and her husband Jack of Raynham, Elena A. DeMelin and her husband Paul of Quincy.

Loving grandmother of Kristen Gunville and her husband James, Jack Winn and his wife Victoria, Mark DeMelin, and Rachel Curran and her husband Steven.

Cherished great grandmother of Emerson, Sophia, Owen, Bennett, John and soon to be Baby Curran.

Mae is also survived by many loving members of the Robito/Luongo family.

Visiting Hours will be held at the Sweeney Brothers Home for Funerals, 1 Independence Avenue, Quincy, on Sunday, October 18, from 2 – 5 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Divine Mercy Parish in Saint Mary’s Church, 95 Crescent Street, West Quincy, on Monday, October 19, at 10:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree.

For those who wish, donations in Mae’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, MA/NH Chapter, 320 Nevada Street, Suite 201, Newton, MA 02460 or to the charity of your choice.

You are invited to visit www.thesweeneybrothers.com or call 617-472-6344.

Michael James Berry, 76, of Quincy passed away Friday, October 9, 2026 with his loving family by his side.

Born in Boston to the late Edward J. and Margaret S. Berry.  Cherished husband of Mary L. Berry.  Loving father of Kerin McCall and her husband David of Braintree and Michael J. Berry Jr. and his close friend Liz Tammaro of Quincy.  Pa to Joseph Latteo and Morgan Berry.  Survived by his brother Jack Berry of Arizona, his sister-in-law Donna Berry of Quincy, his sister Linda Lee Weeks and her husband Lincoln of East Bridgewater, MA, and his brother Don Berry and his wife Lee of Sumner, ME.  Predeceased by his brothers William and Jay Berry.  Loving uncle to many nephews and nieces.

Michael led a life of service to his family, union, and community.  He was a proud 53 year member of Local 103 IBEW serving as an officer for 40 years.  Michael was a leader of Troop 6 Houghs Neck Scouts.  Most of his life he dedicated to the Scouts and was a proud Eagle Scout and recipient of the Waldorf-Statler award.  He was Waldorf to his friend and fellow scouter Statler Marty Gordon.

He was involved in many community events, was a tireless volunteer, and through his fundraising efforts was elected as “Mayor of Houghs Neck.”  Longtime Quincy Ward 1 Democratic Chairman and City committee.  Served on the Board of the Quincy Community Action Program for more than 20 years.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours for Michael on Friday, October 16th,  4-7 PM in the Hamel-Lydon Chapel, 650 Hancock St., Quincy.  Funeral services will be private.

At Michael’s request please do not send flowers, instead please bring a canned good to the visiting hours for QCAP or donate to Quincy Community Action Program, 1509 Hancock St., 3rd Floor, Quincy,  or www.qcap.org/ways-to-give/.

Funeral Arrangements are under the compassionate care of Hamel-Lydon Chapel. For information and online condolences please visit HamelLydon.com.

William J. Cotter, Jr.

11/5/1947 ~ 10/6/2026

William J. Cotter passed away in Raleigh, North Carolina on October 6, 2026 surrounded by loved ones, including his life partner Dale Cousins, son Billy, and daughters Amy and Marny.

Bill enlisted in the Army in 1966, shortly after graduating from North Quincy High School and spent 6 years on active duty, including a year in Vietnam.  He mustered out as a Captain and picked up life in North Carolina where he earned a college degree and then a law degree at Duke University in 1979.  Until recently, he carried on a successful legal practice covering family, criminal, and traffic law.

He is survived by an extended family of loved ones including his sister Jane Cotter, a NQHS 1968 graduate.  He will be buried in the Veteran’s section of Raleigh’s Historic Oakwood cemetery.  A celebration of life will occur at a later date.  Further details are available at cityofoakscremation.com.

Elsie “Ellie” Mae O’Donnell, of Quincy, formerly of Dorchester, passed away peacefully at the age of 93, surrounded by family on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.

Ellie worked at Carney Hospital for 24 years. She had a passion for bingo and was always ready to try her luck at Foxwoods and Twin River.  Ellie loved to travel, collect jewelry and have a good pink margarita or two.

Ellie was the loving Mother of Michael O’Donnell (and his wife Pat) of Plymouth, MA, Mary O’Donnell (and her husband Kevin) of Plymouth, MA, Ann Banks (and her husband Jim) of Marshfield, MA, Patricia McNamara (and her husband Mike) of Abington, MA and Kathleen Clougher (and her husband John) of Danville, CA.

Ellie was the loving Grandmother to Lori King, Casey Yoon, Michael O’Donnell, Patrick O’Donnell, Caitlin Sanderson, Jennifer Goulart, Meghan Banks, Nicholas Banks, Conor Donovan, Kathleen Donovan, Kaleigh Clougher, Kamryn Clougher and Kristen Clougher. She also cherished her 9 great grandchildren Allison King, Samantha King, Jameson O’Donnell, Madison O’Donnell, Evelyn O’Donnell, Rory Yoon, Jason Sanderson, Peyton Sanderson and Zachary Goulart.

Ellie is survived by her siblings Carol Smith of Southport, NC, Manny Clancy of Quincy, MA and Judith Cunningham of Alfred, ME.   She was the beloved sister of the late Ruth Young of Adrian, MI, Stanley Clark of Weymouth, MA and Louis Clark, Raymond Clark, John Clark, Marjorie Swan, Lillian Tibbetts all of Southport, NC.  She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Visiting Hours at Hamel-Lydon Chapel, 650 Hancock Street, on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 4:00pm to 7:00pm.

Burial at Massachusetts Bourne National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make online gifts in memory of Ellie, to the American Cancer Foundation at www.cancer.org.

Arrangements under the compassionate care of Hamel-Lydon Chapel, Quincy. For information and online condolences please visit HamelLydon.com.

Rev. Charles “Rod” Birnie, 87, went home to the Lord on October 11, 2026.

Born in Quincy, MA to the late John E. and Marjorie Bassett Birnie, he was also predeceased by his wife Marilyn Lewis Birnie; brother John E. Birnie; and nephew G. Randolph Staradub.

He is survived by stepdaughters Heidi Sturgis Cerullo (Stephen) and Rachel Meissner Haley (Robert), sister Cynthia Staradub, grandchildren Luke Cerullo and Abigail Meissner, nieces and nephews Valerie Staradub (James McDevitt V), Stephen, Lynn, and Brian Birnie, and granduncle to Caitrin and James McDevitt IV, Derek Staradub and Roman Staradub.

Visiting Hours: Oct. 15th, 4pm-7pm Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home, 326 Granite Ave, Milton MA.

Memorial Service: Oct. 16th, 10am at Union Congregational Church, 136 Rawson Rd. Quincy, MA.

Full Obituary at www.alfreddthomas.com.

Rosemary (MacLaughlin) Sweeney, age 79, of Quincy, died suddenly, Friday, October 9, 2026 at home.

Rosemary was born in Boston, to the late Angus and Mary (Murphy) MacLaughlin. She was raised and educated in Roxbury.

She lived in Quincy for the past five years, previously in Pompano Beach, Fla. for several years, and earlier in Arundel, Maine for many years.

Rosemary was employed as an Assistant Vice President of Human Resources for the GTE Corporation for over fifteen years and had been retired for many years.

Rosemary delivered Meals on Wheels for several years and enjoyed thrifting. She was a creative person with an artistic soul.

Beloved wife of the late Thomas F. Sweeney, Jr. Married for fifty-nine years, the two met as teenagers and were best friends.

Devoted mother of Thomas F. Sweeney III and his wife Meg Healy, and Daniel M. Sweeney.

Loving grandmother of Christine Sweeney.

Sister of James MacLaughlin and his wife Sarah, Patricia MacLaughlin, Deborah LaPreste and her husband Richard, and the late Marilyn Gomes and her surviving husband Anselmo.

Rosemary is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Funeral Mass will be celebrated at a later date. Details will be announced on the funeral home website.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Rosemary’s memory may be made to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168 or www.dana-farber.org.

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

John P. Berardinelli, Jr., age 75, of Weymouth, died suddenly, Friday, October 2, 2026 at South Shore Hospital in Weymouth.

John was born, raised, and educated in Quincy. He was a graduate of Quincy High School, Class of 1970. He lived in Weymouth for the past ten years, previously in Florida and Marshfield.

John was proud to have served in the United States Air Force during the early 1970s.

He will be remembered as a creative and inspired individual whose first passion was music which he pursued for many years. He was very skilled with his hands, and worked as a self-employed carpenter up until his recent ill health.

John also had a passion for cooking which he did professionally in his earlier years and often enjoyed sharing his culinary gifts with others. He was often found in the kitchen, his ‘happy place’, creating many a gourmet meal from scratch.

John is survived by his loving partner and companion, Tina Sanders of Weymouth.

He was the beloved son of the late John P. Berardinelli, Sr. and Drewsella “Judy” (Clements) Berardinelli; devoted brother of Loretta J. Berardinelli and her husband James Riney of Venice, Fla., Bruce E. Berardinelli and his wife Terri of Hull. John is also survived by his niece, Andrea Berardinelli Wright of Somersworth, N.H., and several cousins.

At the request of the family, services are private.

For those who wish, donations in John’s memory may be made to Winslow Animal Farm Sanctuary, 37 Eddy Street, Norton, MA 02766 or www.winslowfarm.com.

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