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William H. Macpherson

Passed 01/03/2024

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Obituary For William H. Macpherson

William H. Macpherson

Rockland - William(Mac)H. Macpherson, 78 of Rockland, passed away suddenly Wednesday, 1-3-2024 at South Shore Hospital. He was surrounded by his family while listening to Elvis.

He was born in Boston and educated in Braintree and Hanover, then settled in Rockland when he married and lived there for 52 yrs.

For many years he worked for Bradlees where he climbed up to become the Candy Buyer. Not liking to work for corporate American he decided to start his own company, BCM Sales Inc. with the help of his wife Carolee. He had a successful business until he retired. Everything to him was "A Piece of Cake".

He enjoyed reading, especially about the Mafia and other famous criminals. For many years he enjoyed smoking those very long Punch cigars until he quit. He played sports in school and even after he graduated he continued with his friends. He then began to play golf for which he learned to love.

After he retired be worked as a Ranger at the West Bridgewater Golf Course. If you were caught doing something you weren't suppose to be doing, he had no problem kicking you off the greens.

Survived by his wife of 54 yrs., Carolee (Vlahos) Macpherson, also his 2 daughters, Christine E. Macpherson of Whitman, Teresa M. Gagne and her husband Pat of Oklahoma & California, his son Shaun W. Macpherson of Hanson, his granddaughter Coryn Macpherson of Whitman, grandsons Tyler Dillon of Whitman and Korey Macpherson of Hanson.His brother Robert Macpherson of Forestdale, sisters Barbara Floyd of Hanover, Dolly Leo of Norwell, and Mary Kelley of Pembroke, and many nieces and nephews.

Visiting Hours are 4-7 pm., Monday January 8th at the MagounBiggins Funeral Home, 135 Union Street in Rockland. There will be a blessing service after the viewing. All are welcomed. There will refreshments and snacks served downstairs for anyone to enjoy. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to the Alzheimers Association

Anyone can dress casually, Bill hated to wear a suit and tie.

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  • 10/29/2024

    Mike Mazzarella

    I just heard about Bill's passing and I am shocked and saddened at the news. I knew Bill for years. I met him almost 40 years ago. He called on me when I was at Ames department stores. Over the years we became good friends and shared some good times on and off the golf course. I remember at dinners we had Bill always had a tall glass of milk. He was a classic guy a true gentleman and most of all a stand up human being. I will miss him

  • 10/28/2024

    David Russas

    Bill was the best! He got me started in my brokerage business and gave me my first account. He was one of the best. I will miss him. Dave Russas

  • 01/18/2024

    Suzie Kimball Baker

    May you all be filled with Gods peace that surpasses all understanding. So very sorry for your loss. Many neighborhood/childhood memories. 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼. Suzie Kimball Baker

  • 01/15/2024

    Eric Littlefield

    I'm sorry for your loss, Just want to say thank you to the Macpherson family for always being kind and inviting to me when I was younger Thank You! Eric Littlefield

  • 01/09/2024

    Charlie Smedile

    If it wasn't a piece of cake it was a can of corn. Best cannonball I've ever seen. Never truly figured out how he swung a golf club with those stogies in his mouth. Always made me smile and he's in my thoughts often, I'll miss him greatly. Little Charlie

  • 01/08/2024

    jennifer cahill

    Billy was like family to us, I'm so sorry he's gone. He'll always have a special place in my heart and I'm so glad I got the chance to see him one last time not too long ago when he was out with my dad. You're all in my thoughts, now and always as our families grew up alongside each other. Love, Jen Cahill (Smedile)

  • 01/08/2024

    Patrick ( PJ ) Joyce

    Very sorry to hear this. Billy was in the older group which I looked up to. Have some very good memories. Cousin PJ

  • 01/06/2024

    Charlie Smedile

    Billy Mac, Best friend for 65 years. Best man at each other's weddings. The kind of friend you can count on one hand in a life time.. Charlie Smedile.

  • 01/06/2024

    Peter Schiavone

    Billy,you will be missed. You were a loyal Friend. You will be remembered this year at The Braintree Vietnam Veterans Memorial Golf Tournament, an event you supported for over 30 years. Thank you Billy for being a great friend since childhood.

  • 01/05/2024

    Ed Runci

    Billy was an amazing man. We were cousins. He and I knew each other since we we'd been toddlers. He was one of the most hard-working, decent, honest, successful and highly regarded men I've ever known. He never let any adversity prevent him from achieving the goals he set for himself. He loved his wife and kids. He loved what he did for work. He loved playing golf and was exceptionally good at it. He excelled at whatever he attempted to do. He was, and will remain, a role model for others to emulate. - Cousin Eddie

  • 01/05/2024

    Kathy

    Christine, so sorry for your loss! Sending my most heartfelt sympathy to you and your family! Kathy A

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