Lawrence A. Gillis, 93, of Canton, died peacefully October 10, 2016. Larry was raised in Dorchester with his two brothers and seven sisters. He was a proud Army veteran of World War II, serving with the 49th Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division of the 3rd Army in Europe. Larry fought in the Battle of the […]
Clare Higgins (Shillue), 93, of Canton, passed away at Milton Hospital on October 5. Born in Boston, she was raised in Quincy, Dorchester and Hyde Park and graduated from Quincy High School. She was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, serving during World War II. Clare worked as an executive secretary for Norfolk […]
The state Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), in consultation with the Department of Fish and Game (DFG), the Massachusetts Environmental Police and the Massachusetts State Police, has approved the 2016 Deer Management Plan for the Blue Hills State Reservation. The 2016 deer hunt, which will take place over the course of four days, is a continuation […]
The Galvin Middle School held its annual wellness-based fundraiser, Fit-4-Fund$, on Thursday, October 6. Students and staff members took part in a variety of outdoor activities, including a student vs. faculty tug-of-war. The event enables the school’s parent/teacher organization (CAPT) to maintain curriculum-based programming and enrichment opportunities for students in all grades. See this week’s […]
Mary E. Ayer (Joyce), 83, of Canton, passed away October 1 at Season’s Hospice in Milton surrounded by her loving family. Born and raised in Jamaica Plain, she graduated from Blessed Sacrament High School in Jamaica Plain. Mary previously worked as the assistant treasurer for the Volunteer Cooperative Bank in Boston. She has lived in […]
Jeffrey Francis “Jeff” Gallahue passed away peacefully at his home on September 30, 2016. He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Rooney Gallahue, son Thomas and daughter-in-law Kathryn Gallahue, adoring daughter Joanne Gallahue, son Patrick Gallahue, and cherished grandchildren Andrew and Brynn Gallahue, all of Canton. Brother of Elaine Schembari of Scituate, Joan Pavidis […]
Robert “Bob” Minder, 64, of Canton, passed away on September 29, 2016, in his home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Jackson, Mississippi, and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana, Bob moved to Boston to pursue a career in education. For more than 34 years, he was an inspiration to students and shared his tremendous passion […]
The town of Canton is excited to announce that all registered voters will be able to vote before Election Day for the first time ever in Massachusetts. Early voting will begin on October 24 and continue through November 4. Prior to the enactment of this new law, the only way a registered voter was allowed […]
E. Bradford “Brad” Schuhmacher, 77, of Canton, passed away at Bridges by Epoch in Westwood September 22 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Boston, he was raised in Arlington, graduated from Arlington High School, and attended Gordon College in Wenham. Brad was a salesman for many years for Levitz Furniture and Mattress Discounters before […]
John J. Keegan, 57, of Canton, formerly of Coolock, Dublin, died unexpectedly at home Wednesday, September 21, 2016. John worked as a civil engineer who enjoyed golf and was an avid soccer fan. Devoted husband of Deborah M. Keegan (Beurman) of Canton. Loving father of Kathleen M. Keegan of Canton. Loving son of Maura Keegan […]
