Diane (Shycoff) Foreman, of Canton, entered into rest January 4, 2017. Beloved wife of Warren Foreman. Devoted mother of Craig and Gwenne Foreman, Ronald and Beth Foreman, Michael and Cindy Foreman, Laura and David Volin, and Susan and Philip Hoffstein. Loving sister of Donald Shycoff and the late Joan Shycoff and Daniel and Bridget Shycoff … Order […]
Jan 13 2017 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen
Lillian L. Woodman (Berardi), 83, of Ocala, FL, formerly of Canton, died peacefully in her home January 2, 2017. She was the daughter of the late Anthony and Vita Berardi. She was the beloved wife of the late John A. Woodman. Loving mother of John J. Woodman and his wife, Debra, of Canton. Mother of […]
Jan 13 2017 | Posted in
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Did you know … Canton High School is mourning the loss of legendary former hockey coach Don Smith, who passed away on December 31, 2016. Smith, known for always wearing a scally cap and his well-worn Canton jacket emblazoned with the Bulldogs emblem, coached the Bulldogs hockey program from 1974 to 1989, during which his […]

Canton High School junior Ben Cohen believes that once-in-a-lifetime opportunities should not be ignored. Initially skeptical about submitting an application to participate in biology teacher Rebecca Stang’s expedition to a South African wildlife reserve, he soon overcame his reluctance. Now he is very excited about the February trip, a feeling shared by at least two […]
Jan 13 2017 | Posted in
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Candace Paris
Check out this week’s issue of the Canton Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the January 12 issue include: * The latest School Committee news, including an update on the superintendent’s proposed FY18 budget * DPW earns top water asset management award in New England * A look inside the new Canton Ice House, […]
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An encouraging start to last week’s inaugural Pat Walsh Memorial Tournament ended in heartbreak for the Canton High girls ice hockey team last Friday as the lady Bulldogs fell just short against Westwood in a game that they desperately wanted to win. While it counted no more or no less in the standings than any […]
Jan 6 2017 | Posted in
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Jay Turner
Donald R. Smith, 72, of Plymouth, formerly of Canton, passed away after a short illness December 31 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Chelsea, he was raised in Norwood and graduated from Norwood High School. He went on to attend Brewster Academy in New Hampshire and earn his BA from Merrimack College. He was […]
Jan 6 2017 | Posted in
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Jane C. (Kenney) Doherty, 73, of Canton, passed away on December 28, 2016, while surrounded by her loving family after a short illness. Born and raised in Newton (Waban), she graduated from Newton South High School and Lasell College with a degree in early childhood education. Daughter of the late Edward and Alice (Leach) Kenney […]
Jan 6 2017 | Posted in
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RickiLyn Gordon (“Ricki”) passed away on Monday December 26, 2016, at home, surrounded by her loving family. Ricki will always be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother and friend who never met a stranger. Her warm and inviting smile, love of family, life, and Boston sports teams was known by everyone who met her. Ricki’s […]
Jan 6 2017 | Posted in
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John E Colby, 88, of Dunedin, FL, and formerly of Canton, died peacefully in his sleep at home on December 26, 2016. He is predeceased by his wife, Lillian, and son, Brian. He is survived by his five children: Karen Cox, Kevin Colby, Kerry Colby, Lauren (Robert) Fitzmaurice, and Patricia Colby. He has 12 grandchildren […]
Jan 6 2017 | Posted in
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