Herbert Hooven, a longtime resident of Readville, died Thursday, February 22, 2024 at his home in Readville, He was 92. Herb was born May 29, 1931 in West Jefferson, North Carolina, a son of George and Hattie (Price) Hooven. He worked as an auto mechanic for General Motors. Herb’s passion was country/bluegrass music. He was an accomplished fiddle, banjo, and steel guitar player for many country groups and was inducted into the Massachusetts Country Music Hall of Fame. He played fiddle on the 1963 album “Livin on the Mountain”. He was also a longtime member of the Fellowship Bible Church in Dedham. Herb is survived by his wife, Mary Louise “Lulu” (Bernasconi) Hooven; two daughters, Gina Norton, and her husband Jimmy, of Norwood, and Lisa Flaherty, and her husband Scott, of Hyde Park; and four sons, Gary Hooven of West Virginia, Patrick Walsh , and his wife Tricia, of Taunton, Paul Walsh, and his wife Ann Marie, of Mansfield, and John Walsh, and his wife Marianne, of Sandwich. Herb was the proud Papa of 12 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Service and interment with military honors at Fairview Cemetery in Hyde Park were private. in lieu of flowers donations to the Fellowship Bible Church, 47 Milton Street, Dedham, MA 02026 would be appreciated.
Robert F. Kelley, of Norwood, and formerly of Boston, passed away on February 1, 2024. He was 92 years old. Born In Boston on July 31, 2024, he was the son of the late William and Alma (Deininger) Kelley. Bob enlisted in the Marine Corps at the age of 20, and served for three years in the Korean War. He was honorably discharged from the Marines in December of 1954 with the rank of Sergeant. He was awarded the Bronze Star, the Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korea Service Medal, and the United Nations Service Medal. Bob was predeceased by his sister, Phyllis A. (Kelley) Fallon.
A graveside service was held on February 15, 2024 at 10:15 AM at the Massachusetts National Cemetery at Bourne, with full military honors provided by the USMC.
Susana Cantor Brown passed on peacefully and surrounded in love by her family in Norfolk, MA on February 11th, 2024.
Her greatest accomplishment in life was her long-lasting and harmonious marriage to Jim Brown and the beautiful life they built together. Susana was the mother to Jessica Brown Sassalos (Paul) and Gregory Brown (Julie). She was also Mimi to her four beloved grandsons, Cameron (10), Andrew (7), Parker (5), and Owen (4).
Susana was born on January 18, 1947, in Newton, MA. She entered the world as a sparky, little black-haired pepper pot that got into more trouble than her three siblings combined: Kate VanNoorden Fisher, Joan Barnes Herbramson & Bill Cantor.
She attended Beaver Country Day School, where she learned that speaking a foreign language is a key to opening closed doors. Susana went on to attend The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she was accepted into the first incoming class of women from out of state. At UNC, she took the opportunity to study abroad in Central and South America, where she could explore new places and use her Spanish speaking skills to meet new people.
Her deep faith in God was central to her life, informed her core values, and defined her closest relationships. She was an active member and leader of the First Church of Christ Scientist, Wellesley, and was often known to say, “I am an optimist because I believe in God.”
She spent her professional life working in sales. From working for her family’s company in the custom metal fabrication business to selling Silpada jewelry and J. Hilburn custom men’s clothing, she was an incredible connector of people and was always involved in the business world and community at large. She served on the board of the Boston Salvation Army and was an active member, including president, of the Boston Rotary Club. She joined Rotary in 1989 as part of the organization’s inaugural class of women.
Susana’s life was enhanced with farm markets, field flowers and country roads to explore. She “feathered” her nest with artwork and vibrant colors, was always fashionable, and was known to be an inspired cook. At the end of the day, family came first. She was the dedicated mother, the doting grandmother, and the cool aunt and we are so grateful to have walked with her in this lifetime.
A celebration of life will be held at the Needham Golf Club on March 16th @ 12pm. If you’d like to join us please reach out to Jessica Sassalos (jessicabsassalos@gmail.com). Contributions can be made to The Salvation Army https://give.salvationarmyusa.org/.
Elizabeth Marie (McMahon) Lang, a longtime resident of Hyde Park, died Friday, February 9, 2024 at Traditions in Dedham after a short illness. She was 89. Betty was born May 22, 1934 in Boston, Massachusetts, the only child of James Bernard and Elizabeth Gertrude (McLay) McMahon. She graduated from Girl’s High School in Boston. She started working at Boston Gas Company, moved to working as a bookkeeper for the Perkit Folding Box Corporation in Hyde Park, and spent the last dozen years of her working career at Dedham Wholesale Tire Company in West Roxbury until her retirement in 2013. Betty was a very active parishioner at St. Anne’s Church in Readville where she was a member of the St. Anne’s Ladies Sodality, the Our Lady of Fatima Legion of Mary, a member of the Catholic Daughters, and a member of the Parish Council at St. Anne’s Church. She was also a member of the Red Hat Society and St. Mary’s Exercise Group. Betty was the beloved wife of the late George Henry Lang who predeceased her in 2017. She is survived by her two daughters, Sharon M. Germano, and her husband John, of Dedham, and Gail S. Lang-Rubenstein, and her husband Barry, of Norwood; by her six grandchildren, Christopher (Andrea), Daniel, Michael (Andrea), Katherine (Zachary), Jacob (Katherine), and Jessica (John); as well as two great grandchildren, Madelyn and Riley. Betty’s family would like to thank Ramona Barros for her loving care this past year. Also thanks to the residents and staff of Traditions for t heir love and friendship during her time there. Visiting hours will be held Thursday, February 15th from 4 to 8 pm at the Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton Street, Dedham. Relatives and friends will gather at the funeral home Friday, February 16th starting at 9:30 am and proceed with us to St. Anne’s Church, 90 West Milton Street, Hyde Park for her funeral mass at 10:30. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Grove St, West Roxbury. Donations to St. Anne’s Church, 90 West Milton Street, Hyde Park, MA 02136 would be appreciated.
Nancy Anne (Mattison) Tomion January 9, 1936 – October 4, 2023
Nancy
Anne Tomion, 87, whose longtime home was Alexandria, Virginia, died of natural
causes on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023.
Born
Jan. 9, 1936, in Clarence, New York, she was the first of three children born
to John A. Mattison Jr. and Grace Hannah (Schweiker) Mattison. She was a bright
star, who lit up any room she was in because she loved life itself. She was
widely traveled, an avid theater goer, and a voracious reader. She also loved
games, dinner parties and a good story — nobody was a more active and
enthusiastic listener than Nancy — and when it comes to laughs, she was second
only to her late husband Jack in the great laugh department!
Her
family are beyond grateful to have had so much time with her — but know she’s
being welcomed with open arms by Jack and their friends, who have been waiting
for her. The world is a better place, and we are better people, because she was
here.
A
1953 graduate of Clarence Central High School, she attended St. Lawrence
University, graduating in 1957. During her undergraduate years, she studied
abroad at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, and loved her time traveling
around Europe. Even into her twilight years, she spoke fondly of “autostoppen”
around Germany and other Western European countries.
Nancy
was interested in everything. Her journeys took her all over the United States,
Europe and Asia. She loved to be in the center of the action – so much that she
went to work in Vietnam in the late 1950s, lived in the Haight in the late
1960s, signed up to move to Japan with her husband while eight months pregnant
in the early 1970s.
During
her time in Saigon in the late 1950s, she met a young Navy officer named Jack
Tomion, and they began a decade-long courtship that culminated in their
marriage on Aug. 30, 1969, in Coronado, California. They moved into what they
called their “starter home” in Alexandria, Virginia, in 1974, and stayed there
-– with the brief exception of two years in Washington state – until early
2019, when they moved to a nearby senior community, and later that year to
Massachusetts, to be near their daughter and her family.
Once
more or less settled in the D.C. area, Nancy was an enthusiastic volunteer in
Alexandria, at the Twig Thrift Shop and St. Agnes School, now St. Stephen’s and
St. Agnes School. She insisted on seeing as many shows as possible at the
Kennedy Center and other venues around the city. No one knew as much about
current events as Nancy, who read both the daily Washington Post and the Sunday
New York Times from cover to cover. She was known to regularly inform her
husband, who served in military intelligence, about what was really going on,
especially in sports. No one she knew escaped getting relevant, or even
tangential, news clippings in the mail.
She
was predeceased by her parents and her husband of 53 years, retired Navy
Captain Jack W. Tomion, and many lifelong friends. Survivors include her
siblings, Judy and Bob, and their spouses, Dave and Kathryn, and her nieces and
nephews, Kathy, Carolyn, John, Ryan and Noah, and their families. Survivors
also include her daughter Lesley, grandson Jack, son-in-law Jeff; and a great
many friends around the nation, especially in the Washington, D.C., area.
She will be interred at Arlington National Cemetery at 3 p.m. on Monday, April 15, 2024. Following the interment, a celebration of her life will be held in the D.C. area.
CAPT Jack W. Tomion, USN (Ret.) February 4, 1930 – September 28, 2022
Jack
W. Tomion, 92, whose longtime home was Alexandria, Virginia, died of natural
causes on Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2022.
Born
Feb. 4, 1930, in Fowlerville, Michigan, the third child of Flora and Walt, he
was smart, funny, generous to a fault and endlessly curious. He savored books,
delighted in conversation, and loved music and the theater. For Jack, time
stopped at the dinner table. He was a friend to all he met. No one had a laugh
like his. He was also an avid skier into his 80s.
A
Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Albion College in 1952 and the University of
Michigan School of Law in 1955, he entered the U.S. Navy’s predecessor of the
modern Judge Advocate General’s corps. Then he transferred to surface ships and
ended up spending a total of 28 years in the Navy, including combat in Vietnam.
He
retired in 1983 at the rank of captain. His service included posts aboard the
USS Chicago, executive officer of USS Rupertus, and commanding officer of USS
Bausell and USS Sacramento. He also spent time traveling the Middle East as an
aide to Rear Adm. John “Jason” Maurer, and Adm. William Crowe, who
later served as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He served for many years
at the Pentagon in a variety of roles.
During
his naval service, he met Nancy Mattison in Saigon, and began a decade-long
courtship that culminated in their marriage on Aug. 30, 1969, in Coronado,
California. They moved into what they called their “starter home” in
Alexandria, Virginia, in 1974, and stayed there – with the brief exception of
two years in Washington state – until early 2019, when they moved to a nearby
senior community, and later that year to Massachusetts, to be near their
daughter and her family.
After
his retirement from the Navy, he went into private law and consulting practice.
A lover of words, he served for many years as a docent at the Folger
Shakespeare Library, where he became the first male chair of the docent board.
He also spent hours in cherished and engaging conversation with the Socrates
Coffee Group, and working both his muscles and his conversational skills in
great company at the Old Town Athletic Club. He spent countless hours enjoying
live music, theater, opera and dance performances around the D.C. area and in
New York City.
He
was predeceased by his parents and siblings and an almost uncountable number of
wonderful, lifelong friends. Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Nancy, who
has since also passed away; his daughter Lesley, grandson and namesake Jack,
son-in-law Jeff; his sister-in-law Judy and brother-in-law Dave; brother-in-law
Robert and sister-in-law Kathryn; many nieces and nephews; a few grand-nieces
and grand-nephews; and a great many friends around the nation, especially in
the Washington, D.C., area.
He will be interred at Arlington National Cemetery at 3 p.m. on Monday, April 15, 2024. Following the interment, a celebration of his life will be held in the D.C. area.
Rev. Walter H. Reuning, formerly a resident of Middleboro, Newton, and Palm Springs, California died Thursday, February 1, 2024 at his residence at Benchmark Senior Living in Norwood. He was 92. Walter was born June 22, 1931 in Manchester, New Hampshire, to Walter A. and Wanda Reuning and raised in Westfield, New Jersey. He received his BA and Theological Diploma from Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. He Served as Pastor at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Palm Springs, California, and at First Lutheran Church in Boston. After retirement, he served as interim Pastor both at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Dedham, at Trinity Lutheran Church in West Roxbury, and served during vacancies at other LCMS District churches. He was the broadcast preacher for the radio program Call to Commitment during his ministry in Boston. Husband of late Donna Mae Reuning (Peters), Walter is survived by his three children, Mary E. Kraus, and her husband Donald, of Walpole, Jonathan C. Reuning of Long Island City, New York and Joy R. MacLeod, and her husband Rory, of Holliston; his brother Daniel Reuning and his wife Barbara; his two grandchildren, Brenna, and James Weidman, and two step grandchildren, Carolyn, and Christopher Kraus. Visiting hours will be held Monday February 5, 2024 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton Street, Dedham. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Walter’s funeral Tuesday February 6 at 11 am at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 950 East Street, Dedham. A reception will be held immediately after the funeral, followed by interment in the Gardens at Gethsemane Cemetery, 670 Baker Street, West Roxbury.
A dedicated servant of God, his legacy of faith, compassion and guidance resonates in the hearts of those he touched. May he rest in eternal peace.
Christine Elizabeth Corcoran, a resident of Westwood, and formerly of Taunton, and Bristol, Rhode Island, passed away Sunday, January 28, 2024 surrounded by her family after a sudden illness. She was 58. Christine was an adored and beloved wife, daughter, sister, stepmother and aunt. Christine was born May 12, 1965 in Burlington, Vermont, the loving daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth (Burke) Corcoran, and the sister of Deborah. She was the beloved wife of Joseph for 22 years of loving partnership in life, family, and work. Christine is survived by her husband, Joseph M. Weinstein of Westwood; her stepson Jeffrey Weinstein, and his wife, Lauren Spencer, of Watertown; and her sister Deborah Corcoran, and her husband John Harrington, of Winchester. Christine is also survived by her nieces Kathryn Harrington, and Elizabeth Harrington, who were the light of her life and whom she loved deeply. Christine attended Coyle Cassidy High School and then went on to Salve Regina College where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing. She began a career in nursing at Cardinal Cushing Hospital in Brockton and then moved to Rhode Island Hospital. She later returned to Salve Regina where she was awarded a Master of Science degree in Public Health. She spent decades caring for patients as an Emergency Department Nurse where she provided the highest quality care. Christine had a sharp and inquisitive mind and was devoted foremost to her family. She was a lover of animals and rescued animals whenever and wherever they needed help. She enjoyed worldwide travel with her family and was blessed to spend many winter weeks in Aruba. Visiting hours will be held Thursday, February 1st from 3 to 5 PM at the Folsom Funeral Home, 649 High Street, Westwood. Christine’s funeral will be held Friday, February 2nd at 10 AM at the funeral home followed by interment in New Westwood Cemetery, Westwood. Charitable donations may be made in Christine’s memory to the Animal Rescue League, 10 Chandler Street, Boston, MA 02116 (arlboston.org) or to the Tufts Veterinary Hospital, 525 South Street, Walpole, MA 02081
Carmen Anthony D’Attilio, of Dedham, passed away on January 27, 2024 in Brockton. He was 93 years old. Born in Newton on August 30, 1930, he was son of the late Paul and Anna (Saienni) D’Attilio. Carmen graduated from Newton North High School, and at the age of 18, enlisted in the Army Air Force. He served during the Korean War with the 809th Motor Vehicle Squadron and the 809th Aviation Battalion. Carmen was honorably discharged in December of 1952, with the rank of Staff Sergeant. He greatly enjoyed exercising and had earned the rank of 2nd degree black belt in Okinawan karate. He was also a member of the American Legion in Dedham.
Carmen was the beloved husband of the late Barbara F. (Araby) D’Attilio, and the loving father of Charles J. D’Attilio of Dedham, Paul C D’Attilio and his partner Barbara Roberts of Taunton, and the late Susan Obed. Brother of Louis D’Attilio of Newton, Paul T. D’Attilio of of Dedham, Joanne Marguerite of Franklin, and the late Domenick Rossi, Valentino D’Attilio, Luigina Rossi, and Lucy Marcy. He is also survived by four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Visitation for Carmen will be held on Thursday, February 1, 2024 from 4-8 PM at the Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton St, Dedham. Relatives and friends are invited to gather at the funeral home on Friday, February 2, 2024 beginning at 9:30 AM, and proceed to St. Mary’s Church, 420 High St, Dedham, for his Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30AM. Interment to follow at Brookdale Cemetery with military honors.
Beverly L. (Cassie) Poole, a long time resident of Dedham, passed away on January 25, 2024 at the age of 81. Born in Boston on November 17, 1942, she was the youngest child of the late John and Marion (Carlson) Cassie. Beverly was a member of Allin Congregational Church, and held many positions within the church over the years. She was the former church clerk, a member of the choir, part of the pastoral search committee, and a former diaconate.
Beverly was the wife of the late Russell W. Poole for 54 years, until his death in 2020, and was the loving mother of John B. Poole of Stoughton, and David R. Poole and his wife Dana, of CA. Beverly was the sister of the late Douglas and Alan Cassie, and the late Shirley Morash. She was the beloved grandmother of Zachary, Haley, Heidi, Charles and his late twin brother William, and Harrison Poole, and the great grandmother of Eleanor Poole.
Visitation for Beverly will be held on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, from 4-8PM, at the Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton St, Dedham. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her graveside service at Brookdale Cemetery, 86 Brookdale Ave, Dedham, on Thursday, February 8, 2024, at 11AM. Donations in Beverly’s name to the Allin Congregational Church, 683 High St, Dedham, MA 02026, would be appreciated. A celebration of life will be held for June 22, 2024 at 10 am at the Allin Congregational Church followed by fellowship after the service in the Fireside Room at the church.
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