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Sylvia J. Cahill

06/07/1927 - 12/04/2008

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Obituary For Sylvia J. Cahill

Sylvia J. Cahill, 81 of Abington died on Thursday, December 4, 2008 at the South Shore Hospital after a period of failing health. She was born in Quincy, daughter of the late Joseph A. and Sylvia J. Keniley and was raised and educated there. She was a 1945 graduate of the Willard School for Girls. An Abington resident since 1954, Mrs. Cahill had formerly been employed at Wayland Drug in Quincy and Sears-Roebuck in Boston. She was a communicant of St. Bridget's Church and was active in the Ladies Sodality of the church. Sylvia was an active member of the Wheelers Organization supporting those affected by Down's Syndrome. In her retirement years she loved to travel especially to Florida for the winter months. She also had delightful memories of vacations in Aruba and Bermuda. Wife of the late John J. "Buddy" Cahill, she is survived by her children, Kathleen M. Cahill, Timothy M. Cahill and Michael J. Kipfinger all of Abington, Jeffrey J. Cahill of ME, Lynn A. Heckler of CA, and Jean A. Guadagni of RI., eight grandchildren, two great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Cahill was the sister of the late Joseph Keniley A funeral was held from the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND on Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at 8:00 AM. A Funeral Mass followed in St. Bridget's Church in Abington at 9:00 AM. Burial was in St. Patrick's Cemetery in Rockland. Calling hours in the funeral home were on Monday, December 8, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Donations may be made to the Road to Responsibility, 40 Campanelli Dr. Braintree, MA 02184.

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  • 05/25/2021

    Lizzy Shea

    I will miss my morning Dunkie's with Mrs. Grinch! You guys were so blessed to have such a wonderful Mom. I will miss her....

  • 05/25/2021

    Brenda Janshego-Snyder

    I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I have so many wonderful memories growing up and being around your family. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this difficult time.

  • 05/25/2021

    Doreen Cahill

    Dear Temple Street, Aunt Sylvia will be missed. You should all be proud of yourselves in the amount of care you and your friends gave to your mother over these past few years. She was a strong woman who raised strong children. God bless you all. Love, Cousin Rene

  • 05/25/2021

    Lynn Heckler

    Mom, You have been such an inspiration in my life. I miss you so much already....all my love, Lynn

  • 05/25/2021

    Michele & Steve Jeffrey

    To the Cahill family, especially Jean, words cannot express our sympathies. Our prayers are with you in this sad time. Your family was blessed to have such wonderful parents. Your Mom and Dad are now together again, at peace in our Lord's arms. We have seen the continual love and care you gave to your Mom; you can be proud of that. Shelly & Steve

  • 05/25/2021

    Cindy & Brian Dacey

    Dear Lynn, We are so saddened to hear of the loss of your precious Mother.We are sure you will cherish the wonderful memories you had with her and your family.God bless you at this time of sorrow.Love Cindy & Brian

  • 05/25/2021

    Karyn (Gasper) Crocker and Family

    Jeff- We are so very sorry about your loss. Scott and I feel very fortunate to have had the opportunity to meet your mom... She had a wonderful sense of humor and a great deal of spirit! Our prayers are with all of you. Karyn, Scott, and Andrew

  • 05/25/2021

    Lita Gasper

    Dear Jeff, Iam so sorry to hear of your Mum's passing. We had some great conversations and times in the time I was lucky enough to be with her. She was a very lucky lady to have you for a son. You should feel proud of the love and care you gave her! I am sorry not to be with you and your family. but please know that my heart and prayers are with you all. Love,Lita

  • 05/25/2021

    Brian Connors

    Jeff, Jean, Lynn, Tim, and Kip I am very sorry to hear of your mother passing. I am praying for you all and remembering fond times. Brian Connors

  • 05/25/2021

    Bob Gifford

    Most of my youth is filled with wonderful memories with the entire family. To each I send my love and prayers.The Cahills will always have a place in my heart for your kindness to me.GOD bless all.And yes I will keep a eye on them. Love Giffy

  • 05/25/2021

    Paul Gore

    To All, She also had a Godson who loved her. Paul Gore

  • 05/25/2021

    JEAN

    GOOD MORNIN' MOM! THANK YOU FOR ALL OF YOUR LOVE. IM THE LUCKIEST DAUGHTER IN THE WORLD. I MISS EVERYTHING ABOUT YOU, I'LL STILL BE CALLING YOU EVERY MORNING AFTER JEFFREY GETS ON THE BUS! YOUR THE LOVE OF MY LIFE & I LLLLLLLLLLLLLLOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE YOU MOM! LOVE, JEAN XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOOXOXOXOXOX

  • 05/25/2021

    TIMOTHY CAHILL

    I LLLLLLLLLLLLOOOOOOOOOOVVVVVVVVVVVEEEEEEEEE YOU MUM! MERRY CHRISTMAS GRINCHY! LOVE TIM CAHILL

  • 05/25/2021

    Leeanne McCusker

    To my Grammy, I will never forget the way you would curl my hair in sponge rollers after a bath at 124. I'll always remember helping you put the laundry on the line and watching you read your Danielle Steel books with a glass of wine. I love and miss you dearly. Untill we meet again...Bye now...love Leeanne

  • 05/25/2021

    The Weckbacher Family

    To the entire Cahill family: Our sincere sympathy goes out to everyone, hold on tight to one another and you'll get through this. Just know that your parents are together again and there watching over you. Nancy & Steve Weckbacher & family

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