All Obituaries

Timothy James Murphy, Sr. of Middleboro died on December 12, 2018 in the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, following a brief illness.  He was 58. He was born on August 13, 1960 in Joliet, Illinois, son of the late Robert J. and Margaret Mary (McLaughlin) Murphy and was a graduate of Middleboro High School, Class of 1978.  Tim was a truck driver, most recently employed at the family business, Murphy Brothers Excavating of Middleboro.  An avid sports fan, Tim...

Gwendolyn Priscilla (Francese) Osborne of New Bedford died peacefully in her home on November 14, 2018.  She was 72.   She was born on January 26, 1946 in Bronx, New York.  A homemaker, Mrs. Osborne enjoyed spending time with all of her family, shopping with her sister, Paula and looked forward to her visits with her daughter, Kimberly, in Florida.  She was always willing to help friends and neighbors, loved and collected butterflies.  She lived her...

Jocelyn L. (Wolfer) Lewis of Middleboro died on November 7, 2018.  She was 58.   She was born on May 5, 1960 in Milford, Connecticut and was a graduate of Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School, Class of 1978.  Jocelyn will be remembered as a loving wife, daughter and sister.   Devoted wife of Robert E. Lewis of Middleboro.  Cherished daughter of Dr. Herbert and Mary (Brennan) Wolfer of Bridgewater.  Loving sister of Debbie Stowell of Berkley,...

Jennie Elizabeth (Addington) Goodine of Middleboro died peacefully on November 7, 2018 following a brief period of declining health.  She was 91. She was born on October 12, 1927 in Hodgdon, Maine, daughter of the late Walter and Lizzie (Beak) Addington, attending local schools.  Prior to her retirement, Jennie worked as a nurse's aide at area nursing homes.  Beloved wife of the late Eugene S. Goodine.  Devoted mother of Rodney Goodine of New Bern, North...

Henry E. Zion, Jr. of Middleboro died suddenly on October 17, 2018 in the Massachusetts General Hospital surrounded by his family.  He was 68. He was born on October 31, 1949 in Middleboro, son of the late Henry E. and Eunice B. (Almeida) Zion and attended Middleboro High School. Henry was a sandblaster and owned and operated his own business.  He earned a patent and received numerous professional awards. In addition, he removed snow as a private contractor for the...

Emma (Silva) Sylvia of Middleboro died peacefully on October 14, 2018 following a period of declining health.  She was 93. She was born on April 16, 1925 in Plymouth, daughter of the late Joseph and Emily (Perry) Silva and attended local schools.  A veteran, Emma served in the United States Women's Army Corps (WAC) during World War II for 1 year and 4 months.  She was honorably discharged.  A homemaker devoted to her family, Emma worked as a store clerk at the former...

Arlene M. Harshell of Middleboro died peacefully in her home on October 12, 2018.  Arlene was diagnosed with cancer 13 months ago.  She faced her illness with courage and grace.  Her loyal and loving family were always present at her bedside.  Arlene was 56.   She was born on December 6, 1961 in Boston, daughter of the late George P. and Ann M. Harshell.  Prior to her illness, Arlene worked as a cashier at the former Cumberland Farms on Centre...

Jean M. "Rozie" Crowley of Middleboro died on October 8, 2018 following a period of declining health.  She was 63.  Rozie was born on June 25, 1955 in Boston, daughter of the late Timothy and Lois (Crane) Crowley.  Raised and educated in Randolph, she resided in Wareham for many years before moving to Middleboro.  Prior to retirement,  Rozie worked as a Medical Transcriptionist for area hospitals.  She will be lovingly remembered for her...

Thomas Michael Riley of Middleboro died peacefully on September 16, 2018 following a period of declining health.  He was 84.  He was born on June 10, 1934 in Boston, son of the late Thomas J. and Mary (Lynch) Riley.  He was a graduate of English High School and Northeastern University.  Mr. Riley served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged.  He devoted 34 years to the MBTA and retired as the Superintendent of Ways & Means.  Mr. Riley...