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Rev. Joseph A. Kelly, Nov. 24, 1997
At Our Lady of Hope Residence in Latham, N.Y., at 97. Fr.
Kelly, who had been ordained in 1931, served as a parish
priest in the Diocese of Albany, N.Y., for
many years. Most recently, he had been pastor of Holy Cross Church in Morris,
Sacred Heart Church in Sidney and St. Mary's Church in Coxsackie, retiring
in 1968. He was the dean of Delaware County from 1955 to 1960. He is survived
by
two nieces; and two cousins.
James K. Bernard, Dec. 18, 1997
In St. Mary's Hospital, Troy, N.Y. Mr. Bernard, 91, had been a production manager
for Whitin Machine Works in Whitinsville, Mass., retiring in 1968. He is survived
by a daughter; three grandchildren; and a great-grandson.
Albert W. Perrier, Nov. 27, 1997
At Our Lady's Haven Nursing Home, Fairhaven, Mass. Mr. Perrier,
91, taught science and mathematics for many years in the
New Bedford, Mass., public school system. At the time of
his retirement in 1970, he was assistant principal of Normandin
Junior High School, New Bedford. There are no known survivors.
John P. Sullivan, Dec. 30, 1997
In the Jewish Healthcare Center, Worcester. Mr. Sullivan,
90, owned and managed the John P. Sullivan Insurance
Agency in Worcester for 39 years, retiring in
1972. Previously, he worked at London Guaranty Insurance Co. in New York
City. A Navy veteran of World War II, he served as a
commander in the Aleutian Islands.
Mr. Sullivan was a Holy Cross class agent. He is survived by his wife, Anne;
a daughter; and two sisters.
Rev. Msgr. Paul D. Riedl, Dec. 21, 1997
In Mount Marie Health Care Center, Holyoke, Mass., at 87.
Msgr. Riedl had served
the parish of St. Joseph's Church, Pittsfield, Mass., for many years, as pastor
from 1970 until his retirement in 1990, and as assistant pastor from 1942 to
1960. Following his ordination in 1935, he had served as curate of Our Lady of
Hope Church in Springfield, Mass. In 1960, he was named rector of the American
College of Louvain University in Belgium. Msgr. Riedl was appointed the episcopal
vicar for Berkshire County in 1978, becoming the personal representative of Bishop
Joseph F. Maguire of the Diocese of Springfield. In 1968, he received an honorary
Doctor of Letters degree from Holy Cross. Msgr. Riedl was also a member of the
President's Council. He is survived by a brother; and many cousins.
John J. Holland Jr., Dec. 12, 1997
In Florida, at 87. Mr. Holland, who was retired, is survived
by his son, John
J. III '61; two daughters; a brother, Vincent D. '41; and a niece, Patricia H.
Forts, '81.
Thomas F. Kane, Jan. 3, 1998
In California. Mr. Kane, 85, had been an attorney with the
Office of the General Counsel, Department of the Navy, prior
to his retirement. He is survived by two
sons; and a daughter.
Joseph J. O'Reilly, Nov. 15, 1997
In Florida. Mr. O'Reilly, 85, had been president of O'Reilly Tax Service Inc.
in Manhasset, N.Y., for many years. Prior to his retirement, he had been a sales
representative for Runquist Realty Ltd., also in Manhasset. He is survived by
his wife, Helen; a son; and three daughters.
William T. Buckley, Jan. 19, 1998
In St. Vincent Hospital, Worcester, at 83. Mr. Buckley, who began practicing
law in 1939, had been associated with his brother in the Worcester firm of
Buckley, Buckley & Burns, and later, Buckley & Buckley, for 45 years.
He also served as district attorney for 18 years, retiring in 1976. During
World War
II, he earned the rank of captain as an Army Air Force intelligence officer.
Mr. Buckley had also been active in many political, social and religious organizations
including the Democratic State Committee. In 1963, he was named Catholic Lawyer
of the Year by the Worcester Roman Catholic Diocese. He is survived by three
nephews; and three nieces.
James A. Harper, Oct 23, 1997
In Rome (N.Y.) Memorial Hospital, at 84. Prior to his retirement, Mr.
Harper owned and operated John R. Plumbing Supply Inc., for over 30 years.
He is survived
by his wife, Geraldine; five sons, including James A. Jr. '68 and Daniel J. '72;
a sister; eight grandchildren; and several nephews and nieces.
Michael J. Morrison, Jan. 15, 1998
At his Clinton, Mass., home. Mr. Morrison, 83, had been an electrician for Bay
State Abrasives, Westboro, Mass., for 20 years, retiring in 1978. He served in
the Navy during World War II. Mr. Morrison is survived by his wife, Anastatia;
two sons; two daughters; a sister; five grandchildren; nephews and nieces.
John L. Sullivan, Dec. 20, 1997
In Greenwich (Conn.) Hospital. Mr. Sullivan, 83, had worked as a patent attorney
for American Cyanamid in Stamford, Conn., from 1965 until his retirement in 1978.
He is survived by his wife, Janet; a daughter; three grandchildren; a sister;
and several nephews and nieces.
Gregory D. Carpenter, June 23, 1997
In Florida. Mr. Carpenter, 82, had been a photographer with the Orlando(Fla.)Sentinel
prior to his retirement. A member of the Army Air Corps during World War
II, he became a Flying Tiger, serving in the China-Burma theater. After
the war,
he worked as a public relations photographer for the Air Force. Mr. Carpenter
was the recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Purple Heart.
He is survived by his wife, Doreen; two sons; three daughters; and nine
grandchildren.
Joseph F. Murray Jr., Nov. 2, 1997
In Texas, at 82. Mr. Murray, who was retired, is survived by his wife, Jean;
and a niece, Elizabeth A. '76. His brother was the late John G. '48.
Thomas M. Norton, M.D., Nov. 9, 1997
In Berkshire Medical Center, Pittsfield, Mass., at 81. Dr. Norton, an ophthalmologist
in Pittsfield for 40 years, maintained a private practice for 37 years. In 1985,
he became a partner in Berkshire Eye Associates, retiring in 1988. A staff member
of several area hospitals, Dr. Norton also taught ophthalmology in the University
of Massachusetts Medical School program. During World War II, he served in the
Army, earning the rank of major. Dr. Norton is survived by his wife, Marie; a
son, Thomas J. '68; two daughters; and seven grandchildren.
John B. O'Donnell, Dec. 15, 1997
In Greenwich (Conn.) Hospital, at 84. Mr. O'Donnell had been a special services
director at the U.S. Naval Air Station, Quonset Point, R.I., for many years,
prior to its closing in 1972. A U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, he served
as a lieutenant on the aircraft carrier Franklin and earned the Bronze Star.
Mr. O'Donnell, who was a member of the undefeated Holy Cross football team of
1935, was elected to the Varsity Club's Hall of Fame. He was also a Holy Cross
class agent. Mr. O'Donnell is survived by three daughters; a brother; a sister;
and 10 grandchildren.
Paul P. Eagan, Jan. 20, 1998
In St. Vincent Hospital, Worcester. Mr. Eagan, 82, had worked 28 years
for the U.S. Postal Service, retiring in 1975. He had also worked part
time for Brinks,
and previously, at the New England Science Center in Worcester. A World War
II Army veteran, he served in the Pacific. Mr. Eagan is survived by a
son; two daughters;
a sister; two grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; and nephews and nieces.
F. Donald Kenney, Dec. 17, 1997
In New York City. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Kenney had been chairman of Goldman,
Sachs International Corp. in New York City. There are no known survivors.
Jules A. Nolin, Nov. 18, 1997
In Virginia. Mr. Nolin, 83, had been a counselor on Immigration and Refugee Affairs
with the U.S. Catholic Conference in Washington, D.C., prior to his retirement.
He is survived by his wife, Marie; three sons; and two daughters.
Joseph R. Twining, Dec. 25, 1997
At his Longmeadow, Mass., home. Mr. Twining, 81, had been a senior packaging
engineer with Monsanto Co., Springfield, Mass., for many years, retiring
in 1981. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; five sons; a daughter;
a brother;
eight
grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
James E. Reidy, Dec. 16, 1997
In University of Massachusetts Hospital, Worcester. Mr. Reidy, 77, had
been an elementary school teacher in the Shrewsbury (Mass.) public school
system for
many years, retiring in 1980. At the same time, he worked for the U.S. Postal
Service and for Spag's, also in Shrewsbury. Mr. Reidy was a Navy veteran of
World War II, serving in the Asian-Pacific Theater. He is survived by three
sons; a
sister; and six grandchildren.
Hughes S. Schroder, Oct. 23, 1997
In Georgia. Mr. Schroder, 76, had been an insurance agent in Atlanta for many
years, prior to his retirement. Most recently, he had been associated with Hamilton,
Dorsey & Alston. He had also been owner and president of Schroder-Quin Insurance
Agency. Mr. Schroder is survived by his wife, Frances; a son; four daughters;
a brother; several grandchildren; and nephews and nieces.
Raymond R. Milner, Jan. 3, 1998
In Helen Ellis Hospital, Tarpon Springs, Fla. Mr. Milner, 74, had been
a sales representative for International Silver Co. for 35 years, retiring
in 1981. During
World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy. An outstanding baseball player
at Holy Cross, Mr. Milner was drafted by the Philadelphia Athletics organization.
He
is survived by his wife, Joan; two sons; a daughter; a stepson; two stepdaughters;
a brother; and six grandchildren.
Richard J. O'Connor, Jan. 2, 1998
In St. Vincent Hospital, Worcester, at 76. Prior to his retirement, Mr. O'Connor
had been a certified public accountant and partner in the Worcester firm of O'Connor,
Maloney & Co. He served with the Marine Corps during World War II. Mr. O'Connor
is survived by his wife, Mary; a son; a daughter; seven grandchildren; and a
cousin, Richard D. '59. His brother was the late Rev. Joseph E., S.J., '49.
Charles W. Powers, Dec. 7, 1997
In Brittany Health Care Center, Natick, Mass., at 75. Mr. Powers, who had been
employed for many years as a teacher at Springfield (Mass.) Technical High School,
also refereed the basketball and football games. He was later appointed principal
of the school, a position he held for several years. Mr. Powers is survived by
a son; a daughter; a brother; and several nephews and nieces.
Robert J. Banker, M.D., Jan. 15, 1998
In Wisconsin. Dr. Banker, a urologist, maintained a medical practice
in Wisconsin for many years. During World War II, he served in the U.S.
Navy.
He is survived
by his wife, Marilyn; a son; and four daughters.
Edward J. Curtin, Nov. 30, 1997
In Manchester (Conn.) Memorial Hospital, at 73. Mr. Curtin, who was retired,
had been employed by Shore's Auto Parts in Waterbury, Conn. During World War
II, he served in the U.S. Navy. Mr. Curtin is survived by his wife, Marjorie;
four sons, including Michael E. '74; a daughter; 10 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
William V. McNamee, Dec. 3, 1997
In Maryland, at 76. Mr. McNamee, who worked in the news department of the Worcester
Telegram for 35 years, retired as a copy editor in 1986. He began his career
at the newspaper as a police reporter and was an assistant city editor for many
years. Mr. McNamee was an Army veteran of World War II, serving in Europe and
North Africa. He is survived by two sons; three daughters; a sister; nine grandchildren;
a great-granddaughter; and nephews and nieces. William J. Walsh, Dec. 15, 1997
In St. Vincent Hospital, Worcester, at 75. Mr. Walsh had been a civil engineer
for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, retiring in 1988. During the 1950s, he
was a mathematics teacher and baseball coach at Westboro (Mass.) High School.
Mr. Walsh was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He is survived by his wife,
Mary; two sons; a daughter; three grandchildren; a nephew; and nieces.
Edwin F. O'Dougherty Jr., Dec. 20, 1997
At his Burlington, Mass., home. Mr. O'Dougherty, 72, had been a technical writer
for ITEK Corp. for many years, retiring in 1991. During the Korean War, he was
a lieutenant in the Navy. Mr. O'Dougherty is survived by his wife, Betty; two
sons; a daughter; and two grandsons.
William T. Neville, Jan. 6, 1998
In Yale-New Haven (Conn.) Hospital. Mr. Neville, 71, had been a faculty
member of Quinnipiac College in Hamden, Conn., for many years. Appointed
faculty assistant
professor of chemistry and physics in 1967, he was promoted to associate
of chemistry and physics in 1970, and later served as chairman of the
department
of chemistry
and physical sciences from 1981 to 1984. Mr. Neville was a Navy veteran
of the Korean War. He is survived by his son; two daughters; and two
grandchildren.
Harry W. Stinson Jr. Jan. 4, 1998
In Bridgeport (Conn.) Hospital. Mr. Stinson, 72, was a retired marketing
and specialty sales manager for the housewares division of General Electric
Co. in
Bridgeport. During World War II, he served as a lieutenant in the Navy. Mr.
Stinson was a member of the President's Council. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn;
a son; a daughter; three brothers; seven sisters; and several nephews and nieces.
Robert J. Alberque, Dec. 4, 1997
In Hackensack (N.J.) Medical Center. Mr. Alberque had been a partner in
the law firm of Alberque & McGovern, Hackensack, retiring in 1973.
He is survived by his wife, Bernice; two daughters; his stepmother; five
sisters; and five grandchildren.
Rev. Karl Huller, Nov. 19, 1997
In Holyoke, Mass. Fr. Huller, 72, had most recently been vicar for finance
in the Diocese of Springfield, Mass., and rector of St. Michael's Cathedral.
During the past two years, he supervised the design and construction of the
Bishop John Marshall Center and the renovation of the cathedral. Ordained in
1954, Fr. Huller served as associate pastor of St. Mary's Church, East Springfield,
for five years, until his appointment as instructor at Cathedral High School
where he later served as guidance counselor and director of athletics. In 1970,
he became the diocesan superintendent of schools, a post he held for eight
years. Fr. Huller was then appointed pastor of St. John's Church in Agawam.
An Army veteran of World War II, he had been the chaplain at Westover Air Force
Base in Chicopee Falls until its closing. Fr. Huller is survived by two sisters.
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