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John Frank Giudici, a resident of Millis, and formerly a longtime resident of Westwood, died Wednesday, October 19, 2022. He was 70. John was born January 29, 1952 in Quincy, Massachusetts, a son of Reno Lee and Barbara Rae (Sinclair) Giudici. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Northeastern University in Boston. John was a structural engineer and was the New England Regional Manager for Jacobs Engineering in Boston, retiring in 2016after 34 years with the company, John loved golf and was a member of the Augusta Country Club in Augusta, Maine.  He loved spending time in his vegetable garden and working in the yard. He looked forward to vacations, family parties, and sitting by the lake at his house in Maine. John was always busy with projects in and around the house. He was extremely hard working and had a difficult time sitting still. He found relaxation by sitting with a cup of coffee, reading a good book, watching a game on tv or watching a mystery. His all-time favorite pastime was spending time with the family. Family was everything to him and he appreciated every minute he got to spend with them, especially his time spent with his grandchildren. John is survived by his loving wife, Jayne Ellen (Chmielorz) Giudici; his daughter, Jessica L. Hill, and her husband Taylor, of Franklin; his sons, Jeff D. Giudici, and his wife Kristin, of Foxboro, and Joshua T. Giudici, and his partner Felicity Saucier, of Arlington; his brother, Stephen Giudici of Rockland; his sister, Donna Giudici of Walpole; and his grandchildren, James, William, Charlotte, Vincent, and Samantha. Visiting hours will be held Sunday, October 23rd from 3 to 6 pm at the Folsom Funeral Home, 649 High Street, Westwood. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Memorial Service Monday, October 24th at 11 am at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 52 Cedar Street, Dedham. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers donations to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168, or online at ttps://danafarber.jimmyfund.org/site/Donation2?df_id=2100&mfc_pref=T&2100.donation=form1 would be appreciated. Please request that your donation be used for pancreatic cancer research.

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Philip C. Swain, Sr. 93, of Walpole, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2022.

Phil was the son of Franklin and Grace (Daigle) Swain.  He was born and grew up in Marblehead, Massachusetts, with his older brother, Franklin, Jr., in a home their father built. Phil and his peers naturally took to the water and learned to sail; he once had to be rescued by the Coast Guard after an errant wind sent his boat out into the open Atlantic. His lifelong interest in tinkering started early and led him to develop a highly dubious apparatus for exploring the bottom of Marblehead Harbor—an inverted metal bucket with shoulder cut-outs, a plate of welder’s glass for ‘vision’ and air supplied by a long hose with a bicycle pump on a raft. Phil played football at Marblehead High and Huntington Prep School, graduating in 1947.  He served in the Army during the Korean War, stationed in Germany with the 206^th Field Artillery Battalion as a radar facility operator.  He enrolled at Lowell Technological Institute (now UMass Lowell) in 1953, where he met his future wife, Shirley (Tessier). They were married in 1955 and had 63 years together before Shirley’s passing in 2018.

Phil graduated from Lowell Tech in 1957 with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering,  and began his career as an engineer at Goodyear Corp. in Akron, Ohio, where his three children were born. In 1966 the family moved to Norwood, Massachusetts, where Phil worked  as a process control engineer for the Foxboro Company, HH Aerospace, Bechtel Corp., and the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority.  He was a registered Professional Engineer.

Phil set down deep roots in the town of Norwood, and was active in the community. He coached youth sports, became a Town Meeting Member, and served for over 40 years as a member and eventually as chair of the Permanent Building Construction Committee, which oversaw, among other projects, the building of the new Norwood High School and the renovation of the town hall, the police and fire station, and Norwood’s Morrill Memorial Library. He also served as a member of the vestry and Senior Warden at Grace Episcopal Church.

Phil loved adventures, large and small. With his sons he hiked Mt. Katahdin and part of the Appalachian Trail, canoed and camped on Moosehead Lake in Maine, hiked in the White Mountains, and took many excursions around coastal Massachusetts in his old wooden Lapstrake-style boat. After retirement he and Shirley took many memorable trips and cruises, including passage through the Panama Canal.

Phil lived a rich, interesting life. He was a devoted son and husband and patient father to his three children. He loved hearing about and keeping up with the exploits of his four grandchildren, who adored him. He tried his hand at a few small inventions, more out of curiosity than ambition. Phil was even-keeled, easy-going, a natural storyteller, friendly and generous in conversation.  He took pleasure in memorializing many of his experiences in humorous stories to preserve for his children and grandchildren. He treated everyone the same, was deeply loved by his family, and well-liked by his many lifelong friends and his newer friends at New Pond Village in Walpole, where he resided and remained fully active right up until the time of his death.

He is survived by his three children, Philip Jr. (Roseanne) of Concord, Massachusetts, David (Linda) of San Rafael, California, and Carol of Alexandria, Virginia;  his four cherished grandchildren, Daniel, Kimberly,  William, and Jennifer; and his nephews Franklin Swain III and Mark Swain, and his niece Sandra Swain Bromwell.

Phil took life as it came and generally liked what he found. He will be very deeply missed by all who knew him. A memorial service will be held at Grace Episcopal Church in Norwood on Saturday, November 12 at 12:00 p.m.  In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Grace Episcopal Church, 150 Chapel St, Norwood, Massachusetts 02062.

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Gerald “Gerry” Anderson, a resident of North Salem, New Hampshire, and formerly of Norwood and Roslindale, passed away peacefully October 12, 2022 in Walpole, Massachusetts. He was 80. Gerry was born April 10, 1942 in Boston, Massachusetts the son of Herbert and Anna (Bailis) Anderson. He grew up in Roslindale and graduated from Boston English High School before enlisting in the US Navy. He served honorably for three years until his honorable discharge as an Aviation Fire Control Technician 3rd Class in 1962. Gerry went on to earn his Associates degree from Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston. Gerald worked successfully in numerous high tech positions, ultimately leading to his establishment of Anderson Appliance, which he ran as the owner and proprietor. His professional successes were surpassed only by his passion for Volkswagens, which led to his founding and serving as a president of The Bug Club of southern New Hampshire. Gerry is survived by his wife of 54 years, Linda A. (Wickman) Anderson; his brothers-in-law, William Wickman, and his wife Louise, of Norwood, and Charles Wickman, and his wife Rosemary, of Southborough; as well as many nieces and nephews. Gerald’s congenial demeanor and gregarious nature will be sorely missed by his many relatives and friends in southern New Hampshire and eastern Massachusetts. Relatives and friends are invited to gather at the Folsom Funeral Home, 649 High Street, Westwood for visitation with Gerry’s family Wednesday, October 19th from 9:30 to 10:30 am and then proceed with the family for Gerry’s Funeral Mass in St. Denis Church, 157 Washington Street, (Rt 1A) Islington at 11 am. Interment with military honors will follow at the Gardens at Gethsemane Cemetery, Baker Street, West Roxbury. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gerald’s memory to the Make A Wish Foundation, 133 Federal St, 2nd Floor, Boston, MA 02110, or online at wish.org/donate would be appreciated.

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65, of West Warwick, formerly of Westwood, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on Friday, October 7, 2022. She was the beloved wife for 37 years to Allan F. Majkut. Born in Boston, MA, she was a daughter of the late William and Jacqueline (Law) Crawford. Besides her husband, she leaves her twin children, Wesley Majkut of West Warwick, and Heather Majkut, and her husband Matthew St. George (her beloved son-in-law), of Riverside, RI; a brother, Douglas Crawford, and wife Meg, of Avon, CT; and sisters Robin Towle of Norfolk, and Dana Farley of Dedham, and a large, loving extended family. Alison was a proud mother and dedicated homemaker. She was very creative and talented in many mediums; painting, rug hooking, wood carving, crewel work, and jewelry making. She loved being outside, working on a good sun tan, and attending to her garden. Passionate about cooking and entertaining, she always added her flair to each gathering with special details. Wise, intuitive and the best confidant to many family and friends, she loved her people fiercely. Visitation will be held Friday, October 14th from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Carpenter-Jenks Funeral Home, 659 East Greenwich Avenue, West Warwick. A second visitation on Saturday, October 15th from 10:00-11:00 a.m. will be held at Folsom Funeral Home, 649 High Street, Westwood, MA 02090. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Alison’s name made to HopeHealth Hospice and Palliative Care or a favorite charity of your choice, would be appreciated.

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Andrew Patrick Sleeman, age 2, of Norwood, passed away unexpectedly on October 7, 2022. Andrew was born on August 25, 2020 to Joseph Sleeman and Karen MacKenzie-Sleeman. He loved dogs, exploring nature, reading books, and most especially, trying to keep up with his big brothers. Andrew attended First Congregational Church in Norwood where he was known for his beautiful, ever present smile. He also could be found walking his brothers to and from school and waving to all the school buses, trash trucks, and construction vehicles that drove by. It was impossible to be in Andrew’s presence and not be happy. 

Andrew is survived by his parents, Joe and Karen, big brothers JJ, Tommy, and Ryan Sleeman, grandparents Shirley MacKenzie of Methuen, MA, Joanne and Mark Preston of Dunnellon, FL, and Joe and Anne Sleeman of Vero Beach, FL, his MacKenzie and Latraverse aunts, uncles, and cousins, and many wonderful neighbors and friends. Andrew was predeceased by his Gramps, Bill MacKenzie, who is undoubtedly building elaborate train sets for him to play with in heaven. 

Visiting hours will be held Tuesday, October 11, 2022 from 4 to 6 pm at the Folsom Funeral Home, 649 High Street, Westwood. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Andrew’s funeral Wednesday at 10 am at the First Congregational Church, 100 Winter Street, Norwood. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Andrew’s honor to the Animal Rescue League, 55 Anna’s Place, Dedham, MA 02026 would be appreciated

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Edna May (Thompson) Benoit, a longtime resident of Dedham, died Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at her home. She was 85. Edna was born May 2, 1937 in Boston, Massachusetts, the last surviving of the three children of Alexander W. and Annie May (Tibbetts) Thompson. Enda was predeceased by a brother, Alexander Benoit Jr., and a sister, Barbara Senigo. She grew up in South Boston and graduated from South Boston High School with the Class of 1955. After a short career in banking Edna married the love of her life, Bob, in 1961. Together they raised their two sons in Dedham, where Edna perfected the art of homemaking. Dinner was at 6 every night and Sundays were for formal dinners. Edna always had a steady supply of brownies, peanut butter fudge bars, and a variety of homemade baked goods. She was also renowned for her hand knitted hats, scarves, mittens, sweaters and her cherished crocheted Christmas ornaments that she would include each year with her holiday cards. She was gifted in crafting, knitting, crocheting and quilting. Edna was a popular, hardworking and involved member of the Allin Church in Dedham. She ran the annual Snowflake Fair for 10 years in a row, was a longtime member of the choir, a member of several search committees, and a Sunday School teacher. Edna was also involved in the community as a Cub Scout Den Mother, a Town election poll worker, and a multi year Public school room mother. Edna is survived by her husband of 61 years, Robert Eugene “Bob” Benoit; and her two sons, Paul E. Benoit, and his wife Debbie, of Millis, and Steven E. Benoit, and his wife Jill, of Walpole. She was the loving and proud grandmother “Mamoo” of Alex, and his partner Raphael, Robert, and his partner Phil, Cameron, and his partner Chloe, Christiana, and her partner Jeff, and Mamoo’s youngest grandchild, Jonathan. In Edna’s eyes these are the smartest, kindest, and most beautiful people in the world. When given the chance, she would tell you so in detail. Visiting hours will be held Friday, October 7th from 4-8 pm at the Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton Street, Dedham. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral Saturday at 11 am at the Allin Congregational Church, 683 High St., Dedham. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Good Shepherd Hospice, 160 Wells Ave, Newton, MA 02459 or to the LANK Cancer Center, BIDMC, 148 Chestnut St, Needham, 02492 would be appreciated.

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April 30, 1998 – October 2, 2022

John Barry “Jack” Brown died Sunday on October 2, 2022, at his apartment in Norwood, from injuries suffered in a fall.  Jack was the son of Victor Brown and Johanna Moran of Dedham; brother of Molly Brown of Congers, New York and Madeline Brown currently of Melbourne, Australia; brother-in-law of Jacobo Peña and uncle to Adelina Jean Peña. 

His life was enriched by the family dogs, past and present, especially Cleo, the black lab who grew up with him and Mollie, who saw him through high school.  A 2017 graduate of Dedham High School, Jack enjoyed model railroading, dogs of all kinds, music (he loved to share the obscure tracks he found!), Rhett and Link, and hanging out with his friends.  Having handled Type I diabetes from the age of 9, Jack could converse with – and often educate – many of the medical personnel he encountered.  As those who knew him can attest, Jack could work a room and carry on a conversation with just about anyone about just about anything.  His passing leaves his family heartbroken, but ever so grateful for the time he was with them.

Anyone wishing to honor Jack can make a donation to the American Diabetes Association in his name to P.O. Box 7023 Merrifield, VA  22116-7023, or online at https://diabetes.org/

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Dr. John F. Keefe, 86, passed away peacefully after a long illness on Friday, September 23, 2022. 

John, former Chief of Medicine, Vice President of Medical Affairs and Critical Care Director at Good Samaritan Medical Center, was the son of the late William and Helen Keefe of Roslindale, MA. He is predeceased by his beloved sisters Patricia Joyce and Anne Lyons.

After graduating from Boston Latin, John went on to study Pre-Med at Boston College, Class of 1957, followed by Yale University School of Medicine where he specialized in Clinical Cardiology. He then completed his residency at Georgetown University Hospital before serving in the U.S. Army medical services as Captain at Fort Stewart in Georgia. Following his service, John accepted a fellowship in cardiovascular disease at Tufts University Medical Center and embarked on his lifelong career in Clinical Cardiology retiring only recently. 

John had a big heart, was kind, and a mentor to many. He was an avid golfer and was devoted to his family and friends. He also volunteered at a local cat shelter and was very involved in rescuing animals. All who knew him know he was devoted to his 3 rescue ducks, 4 dogs, and 2 cats whom he discussed at length at any opportunity.

A life well-led; he will be missed by many. He is survived by his life partner, Sheryl Goodall, his loving son Kevin Keefe, his wife Amy, and 4 children; Jimmy, Tommy, Kelly and Claire; his beloved daughter Kathy Moberg, her husband Chris, and 3 children; CJ, Brian and Matthew; 3 great grandchildren; Madeline, MacKenzie and Felix. He is also survived by his loving sister Mary (Mae Mae) Venditti and husband Carlo as well as his brother William Keefe and his wife Pamela. He will be missed by his many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. 

The family would like to extend their gratitude to Compassionate Care Hospice including Lisa, his primary nurse, and her colleagues Gabe and Patrix for their extraordinary care. The family would also like to thank and recognize his additional caregivers; Stefanie, Anne, Lisa, and Renee who each offered their kindness, good humor, and encouragement every day.

A Celebration of John’s Life will be held at Trillium in Canton, MA on Sunday, October 23rd, 2022, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Animal Rescue League of Boston, both organizations John felt strongly about.

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Gail Vivian (Whitney) Beane, a resident of Norwood, passed away Sunday, September 25, 2022 She was 84. Gail was born March 9, 1938 in Norwood, Massachusetts the daughter of Willis and Ann Wardwell (Havlik) Whitney. She worked as a clerk at the Dedham Court House. Gail was the devoted mother of Martin and his wife, Carol, Sharon (Beane) Malone and her husband John, and Scot Beane. She was the loving grandmother of Kayla and her husband Rachit, Ben, Maeghan, Jake and Sam; and the sister of the late Walter Whitney and the late Joan (Whitney) Kelley. Services and interment will be private. 

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Carol Ann (Dimock) Lucas, of Roslindale, passed away on September 24, 2022 at the Hebrew Rehabilitation Center in Roslindale. She was 85. Carol was born in Boston on August 14, 1937, and was the daughter of the late Clarence M. Dimock and Helen E. Dimock. She grew up between an apartment in Roslindale with Ruthie and Bow and the Wild Rose Farm in Andover, where her parents and her sister, Donna, lived. She met the love of her life, Walther, when they were introduced by friends. Carol and Walther joined the Roslindale Congregational Church and became foundational members of the church, leading the youth group, serving on committees, singing in the choir, teaching Sunday school, and always going wherever she was needed.

Carol loved to go camping with her family, and was a lifelong avid bird watcher. She was known to drop whatever she was doing in order to go get her binoculars. She also loved to sing, and would truly live up to her name throughout the year, but especially so on Christmas morning when she would wake up all three floors of sleepy family members with Christmas carols.

Carol was the beloved wife of the late Walther A. Lucas, and was the loving mother of Scott Lucas, and his wife Bridget, of Roslindale, and Alyson Lucas of RI. Carol was the proud grandmother of David, Fiona, and Jacob, and the dear sister of Donna Dimock of Hudson.  She was also survived by her nieces Beth, Mindy, and Cori, and her sister-in-law, Carolyn. Visitation for Carol will be held on Thursday, September 29, 2022, from 10-11AM at the Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton St., DEDHAM, followed by a funeral service at the funeral home at 11AM.  Interment will be private.  In lieu of flowers, donations in Carol’s name can be made to the Roslindale Congregational Church, 25 Cummins Highway, Roslindale, MA, 02131.

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