George T. Joy
10/06/1922 - 01/10/2008
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Obituary For George T. Joy
George T. Joy, 85 of Rockland died at the Blue Hills Alzheimer's Care Center in Stoughton after a period of failing health. He was born in Brockton son of the late Eugene and Helen (Smith) Joy and was raised and educated in Hanson. Mr. Joy has made his home in Rockland since 1947. George was a Navy veteran of World War II serving aboard the USS Boston. He was a graduate of Massasoit Community College and enjoyed a long career with the Stride Rite Shoe Company. Mr. Joy was a member of the New England Shoe Foreman's Association. He was a member of the Rockland VFW Post # 5737 and had served as an usher at Holy Family Church. Active in civic affairs, George was a long time member of the Board of Selectmen, the Parks Department, Ad Hoc Oversight Committee, Rockland Council on Aging, Alms House Preservation Committee, Jefferson Playground Committee and had served as a member of the South Weymouth Naval Air Base Committee. He was also active as a founder and Baseball coach for Rockland Little League as well as Rockland Town League Basketball and was a founder and coach of Rockland Pee Wee and Midget football. George was the husband of Eleanor M. (McCarthy) Joy of Rockland and the late Agnes M. (Mileski) Joy. He is survived by his children Susan Kelliher of MD and Richard Joy of Fl., and his wife's children Wayne Richards of Hanover, Nancy Byron of Carver and Carol McDonald of Rockland. He is also survived by 5 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A funeral was held from the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union St. ROCKLAND on Tuesday, January 15th at 8:15 AM. A Funeral Mass followed in Holy Family Church at 9:00 AM. Calling hours were be on Monday, January 14th from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Donations in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Disease Fund 1 Kendall Sq. Cambridge, MA. 02139.
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05/25/2021
Carolyn Kelliher Beach
Grandpa,
I hope you're having fun in heaven with Grandma and the rest of our family and friends that have passed. I love and miss you and Grandma dearly.
Love, Carolyn -
05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Love and miss you
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Missing you and I visit your grave often. It seems I am knowing more and more people at Holy Family Cemetery these days, which is sad. God bless and see you one day!
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Another year of missing you, Happy Birthday in Heaven ❤
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Thinking of you and your new companion in Heaven - Mike. I am sure he is keeping you busy with stories and laughter. ❤ Carol
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
George, the years pass so quickly and I wanted to remember you on your birthday❤. Love you lots....Carol
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05/25/2021
Cindy Panselinas
Dear Susan and Family, I was saddened to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a kind and wonderful man. He was a good friend to my Dad. We were all very fortunate to have known him. I am sure he will be missed. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Cindy
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05/25/2021
Pam
To The Whole Family: Your Husband, Dad, Uncle was a good man, he was a kind man. His heart and soul was always with his family first and then with this town. George did more for this town by mistake than most people do on purpose. I will treasure all the memories of the time I knew him and the times we had on the Board of Selectmen together - not all good - but all unforgettable! George T.'s name will always remain at the top of the list when it comes to Famous Rocklandites. I know you all miss him very much - but just think about the good times and the laughs and God knows, with George, there were quite a few! God Bless! Pam
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05/25/2021
Jackie Smith
My brother Tom and I used to visit with George anytime we were in Rockland. He was a good man and spoke well of the Smith family. He most certainly will be missed. God bless.
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05/25/2021
lorraine (kelliher)reardon
dear susan and family, so sorry about your dad, grandfather and fatherinlaw i rember the good times spent when you visited and also lived in rockland and we would spend time at your moms swimming with our children and just talking about everything always keep in touch and take good car of my cousin and may god bless and keep you all you had a wonderful dad and mom they are together now watching over all of you
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05/25/2021
Doris Smith
Dear susie, dickie znd the rest of the famiy. I went to school with Aggie. George was so in love with her. george's family and our family spent hour together Jeanne and Susie were best of friends. She called Jeanne her little sister It weas so sad that both of them died a few days apart.I know clarence are to gether recruiting a team I am not handleing it very well. Bruce called and told me thst when his grsmma died,Jeanne death hit him the same way . Bruce's feeling are the same as mine Tim is having a hard time dealing with out her I'll give you a ring when I get my act to gether. I lost one daughter but I feel that I have two othrt sweet angels that give me a good feeling. grand daughter Darlene and you susie' I love you so much god bless you and ii hope Eleanor comes to her senses. You and dickie, and your childen llllare so great, lyou fdid a goof job raising them Love Doris
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05/25/2021
JENNIFER JOY
Grandpa I will miss you forever and even though I didn't know you very well I saw this poem and it made me think of you and Agnes: My life and my love, like a passing storm Flashing, and clashing and thrashing about No solace of heart, in me, tends to form The brighter my day, the darker my doubt My love's rainbow is scarcely seen by eye Glowing, and flowing and growing in me Till it fills and floods and shoots out my side Far enough, high enough, so she can see The storm recedes and is forever gone Gliding, and striding, and hiding for good So too my life, my love so nearly drawn Much closer than any that ever could Oh, pierce the soul, pierce the depth of her heart Detecting, connecting, injecting me Hand in hand, we're running to a new start Where you, I and a world of love will be You will remain in everyone hearts and we hope you are happy in heaven, Rock on Doris! Love you, Jen
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05/25/2021
Paul Metivier
An icon in Rockland Youth sports!
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05/25/2021
Michael (Mick) Mileski
I do not know how to express my feelings when a near and dear family relative passes. Dick and Sue you know how I feel... God is with both of them, I know that to be true. Love you both!!!
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Your in my thoughts often, and once again I want to remember you on your birthday. With love, Carol
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05/25/2021
Carolyn Beach
You and Grandma are always in our (your children and grandchildren's) thoughts and hearts. We are comforted knowing you are together again! Love you both, Carolyn
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Miss you and love you very much, Carol
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Think of you often and missing the way life use to be with you and my Mom. Carol
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05/25/2021
Amy Raitto
Dear Mrs. Joy, I heard of Mr. Joy's passing from Shannon and my deepest sympathies are with you. I have missed the Sunday dinners at Mr.& Mrs. McDonald's house. Your husband was a very kind and nice man. I know he will be missed very much by your family. Kindest regards, Amy
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05/25/2021
Cheryl Coates (Acorn)
Dick and Susan. I was so sad to hear about your dad's passing. I remember him from way back in the day. Spent so much time with the family just got you guys back in my life. He always made me feel like part of the family. Keep the faith and know he is in a better place. I love you guys.
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05/25/2021
Marilyn & Bob Kelliher
Dear Susan, and family. So sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. I have wonderful memorie's of your Dad from our childhood and through our adult year's. He was alway's so gracious and kind in welcoming me in your family home . May he be at peace with his loved one's and all the angel's. God Bless all of you!
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05/25/2021
Ed Kelliher
We miss you very much grandpa. All of your grand children do.
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05/25/2021
Larry Trainer
I will always remember Mr Joy as a great youth sports coach in Rockland. My toughts and prayers are with your family.
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05/25/2021
Walter & Judy Walling
So sorry to hear of George's passing. Our prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. He was a great man!! Rest in peace, George.
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05/25/2021
Bruce & Tracy Watson
Dear Eleanor, Our prayers & sympathy go out to you & your family, George will be missed by all of us. He was always a well spoken gentleman. The town of Rockland not only lost a leader but a friend, again sorry for your loss. And please take comfort in knowing that he is at peace in heaven.
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05/25/2021
Pat Berkeley
Dear Eleanor, I don't know if you remember me, but almost a year ago, my husband Bob shared the same room with your husband at South Shore Rehab. George was a pleasant man,and be assured he is now enjoying his just reward and peace in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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05/25/2021
Dennis Burns
Dear Wayne Richards and Family, I am sorry to hear about your step-dad. When I lived in Rockland I remember him as a selectmen. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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05/25/2021
Richard Joy
On this, the fourth anniversary of your passing, I just want to let you know you are still greatly admired for your lifes work and loved by Susan and I and our families. You were someone with principles and character, unlike others. You brought us up to respect and honor others which we have and have passed to our children. May you rest in eternal peace with Mom. We miss you.
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Remembering you today and missing you very much. Thinking of the many times you & my Mom came over and sat on our porch and we chatted and all the special family times spent together. Love, Carol XX00
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
George- I thought of you this past Veterans Day as I know how proud you were to be a Veteran!! Love you always - Carol
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Thinking of you today . Love Carol
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Miss you very much and think of you often . Can't believe it's been 7 years.
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05/25/2021
Carol McDonald
Thinking of you as your birthday just passed. Miss our visits together. You will always be in my heart. Love you. Carol
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