Eleanor M. Richards Joy
05/12/1927 - 01/03/2012
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Obituary For Eleanor M. Richards Joy
Eleanor M. (McCarthy) Richards Joy 84 of Rockland died on January 3, 2012 at the Coyne Healthcare Center after a period of failing health. She was born in Scituate, daughter of the late Mark M. and Alice W. (Smith) McCarthy and was raised and educated in Rockland She was a 1945 graduate of Rockland High School. Eleanor loved to garden and was an avid beach fan, gardener and had a passion for reading. He most favored time was spent with her family. Wife of the late A. Carl Richards and George T. Joy, she is survivied by her children, Wayne M. Richards of Hanover, Nancy A. Byron of Carver and Carol A. McDonald of Rockland. Also surviving are 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Her family welcomes friends and loved ones to celebrate her life at the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. Rockland on Friday, January 6, 2012 from 5:00-8:00 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday January 7, 2012 at 9:00 AM in Holy Family Church. Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery in Rockland.
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05/25/2021
Janet Dahlquist
Dear Nancy and family, Our hearts are with you. Your Mum was a blessing and a gentle lady. Love, Janet & Gail.
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
I found this great picture of you and Nancy! A lot has happened this past year to our family. We are very much missing people who have passed away but know they are reunited with you and all of you at at peace in Heaven. Mum....Love you always......Carol
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
I found this great picture of you and Nancy! A lot has happened this past year to our family. We are very much missing people who have passed away but know they are reunited with you and all of you at at peace in Heaven. Mum....Love you always......Carol
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
I found this great picture of you and Nancy! A lot has happened this past year to our family. We are very much missing people who have passed away but know they are reunited with you and all of you at at peace in Heaven. Mum....Love you always......Carol
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
I found this great picture of you and Nancy! A lot has happened this past year to our family. We are very much missing people who have passed away but know they are reunited with you and all of you at at peace in Heaven. Mum....Love you always......Carol
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
I know Mike is now with you and George. Please give him hugs and kisses from me. I know you loved Mike very much. I miss all of you so very much. Love Carol ❤
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Love and miss you everyday! You would love to see all your grandchildren and great grandchildren and how they have grown and all their accomplishments. Love you always, Your daughter, Carol ❤❤❤❤
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05/25/2021
Carol Richards-McDonald
Miss you everyday Mom! Love you very much, Carol
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Missing you every day and especially thinking of you on your birthday. Love you......your daughter. Carol ❤❤
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Missing you every day and especially thinking of you on your birthday. Love you......your daughter. Carol ❤❤
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05/25/2021
Rockland High School Class of 1987
We are so very sorry for your loss.
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05/25/2021
dee chaplin
Eleanor was one of the sweetest person that I ever knew-her and george were so good together-shared many good times at get togethers at Donna's-my sympathy to the whole family
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05/25/2021
Sheila (Cronin) Ware
With sincere sympathy in the loss of your "Dear Mother" cherish your memories and know that others are thinking of you at this sad time.
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05/25/2021
Kathie Durfee
Carol: I was sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. May you find comfort it knowing others care. Look to the sky above, find the brightest shinning star, for there you will find your Mom, looking down watching over you and your family until you all meet again. To you and your entire family, my thoughts and payers are with you in at this time of need. Sincerely, Kathie
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05/25/2021
Barry E. Ashton
Wayne, Nancy and Carol...sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. She was a great lady and will be missed
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05/25/2021
Kelley
Hey Nana, miss you. I think of you often, and I know I will see you again. Love you. -Kelley
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05/25/2021
Kim Bertolino (Donohue)
Dear Nancy and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
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05/25/2021
Donna Vlachos
Wayne, Nancy, and Carol, we are so sorry for your loss. Eleanor was was such a wonder woman who acted like a surrogate grandmother to Jessica and Danielle. They have always loved her and we have all missed her after she moved! We were blessed to have known her and she became part of our family! We love her and will continue to miss her! Love, Donna, Jessica, and Danielle
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05/25/2021
Tracy and Bruce Watson
Carol, Nancy and Wayne, It's with a heavy, heavy heart that we send our deepest condolences to all of you. Eleanor will be missed dearly and remembered always. Please know that we are thinking of you at this most difficult time and that you also find some peace and comfort in the wonderful memories that your mom has left behind . And to my dear, dear friend Carol I am here for you always!
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05/25/2021
Susan McGrath Ryan
Wayne, Nancy, and Carol, My deepest sympathy on your loss. I have so many fond memories of your mom at Saquish. It seems like yesterday that your dad and mine built our cottages. I know it's not easy losing your mom. May your cherished memories help you in the days ahead.
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05/25/2021
DIANNA COREY
Sorry for your loss...you are in my thoughts ......
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05/25/2021
Jay Smith
Dear Leah and Family. Sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you. Jay Smith & Family.
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05/25/2021
Brian and Sandy Masison
Brian and I are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers!
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Thinking of you as your Birthday is near. Although your in Heaven, your also always here ........in our hearts forever. Remembering the birthday's & Mother's Days we always shared as a family. Miss you & George very much. Love, Your daughter.....Carol XX00
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Mom- since you never got to see little Sam, here is a picture of him and Adele. I think of you often & since Thanksgiving is next week- I wanted to say I've always been thankful to have you as my Mom. Love you- Carol
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05/25/2021
Carol
Mom- Thinking of you on Mother's Day. Miss you and George. Love you both, Carol
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05/25/2021
Kelley
Nana, I miss our drives together. I can still hear your voice telling me all of your interesting stories. 🙂 But I am so happy for you, bc you are in Heaven with George and Blizzard, and you had missed them so much. I love you Nana.
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Mom, Think of you often and miss visiting with you. You would be surprised how much the grand kids have grown!! Love you always - your daughter- Carol
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
thinking of you on Mothers Day and your birthday. Miss you daily. Love Carol xoxo
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Can't believe it has been 4 years, still miss you very much. I think of you often and know someday I will see you again. Love you Mom, your daughter, Carol.
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