Wilmington Schools Alumni Association

Robert S. Butters, Sr.

bendegen — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:03:04 +0000

Robert R. Butters Sr., age 87, a life-long resident of Wilmington, passed away peacefully April 2, 2012, surrounded by his family.

Bob was born in the family home in Wilmington on January 29, 1925. He was the dear son of the late Brewster and Angelina (Surrette) Butters. Bob was raised and educated in Wilmington, he attended St. John’s Prep and graduated from Wilmington High School with the Class of 1946.

Bob was inducted into the United States Army Air Force on July 8, 1943, during World War II. He served overseas in Central Europe as a Sergeant in the 762^nd Army Air Force Base Unit. Bob earned several commendations and medals for his service including the European African Middle Eastern Theater Campaign Ribbon, American Theater Campaign Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, and the Victory Medal. Bob was honorably discharged on April 1, 1946 and returned to his hometown of Wilmington.

Bob married Ethel Cain on November 20, 1955; together they shared over 56 years of marriage, raised seven children, and are proud grandparents of fourteen grandchildren.

Prior to retiring, Bob worked hard to provide for his family and he wore many hats; he worked for the B & M Railroad for 10 years, he was a rural carrier for the U. S. Post Office for 27 years, and prepared many tax returns for H & R Block for over 33 years.

Bob was an avid sportsman in his youth. He played golf, hockey, took up flying piper cubs, but his big love was baseball, having signed with the Boston Red Sox farm team after returning from the service. Later in life, cribbage, chess and computer became his challenge of choice. Bob also loved his workshop. This was near and dear, as he could build or repair anything you gave him.

What mattered most to Bob was his family, whether they were on a family trip or pool side having a cookout at the family homestead, Bob loved to be surrounded by his children and grandchildren. Bob was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he cherished the time spent with family and was very proud of all of their accomplishments. He will be greatly missed by all.

Bob was the beloved husband of Ethel (Cain), loving father of Robert Butters, Jr. & his wife Elizabeth of Wilmington, Nancy Burgess & her husband Dennis of Beverly, Bruce Butters & Rita Miller of Coweta, OK, George Butters & his wife Barbara of Roswell, GA, Kathryn Butters & Fredo Marsat of Manhattan, NY, Angela Peruzzi & her husband Larry of Plymouth, and Fred Butters & his wife Deborah of Ridgefield, CT, cherished “Grampie” of Amy and Evan Butters, Robert and Annie Burgess, Stephen & his wife Aimee and Carly Butters, Kelly, Christopher, Lauren and the late Johnathan Butters, Christian, Alec, and Benjamin Peruzzi, Rachel and Camille Butters, son of the late Brewster and Angelina (Surrette) Butters, dear brother of Anne “Ethel” Butters of Wilmington, the late Gertrude Condrey, Helen McKenna, Ruth Kenney, Alfred and Edward Butters. Bob is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends will gather at the Nichols Funeral Home, Inc., 187 Middlesex Ave. (Rte. 62), Wilmington on Tuesday, April 10^th at 11:00 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Thomas of Villanova Church, 126 Middlesex Ave., Wilmington at 12:00 noon. Interment Wildwood Cemetery, Wilmington. Visiting hours will be held on Monday, April 9^th from 4-8 p.m. Memorial donations in Robert’s name may be made to Local Heroes, Inc., P.O. Box 536, Wilmington, MA 01887.

George H. “Buddy” Pratt IV

bendegen — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 12:06:21 +0000

George H. Pratt IV, age 35 and a lifelong resident of Wilmington passed away unexpectedly on March 29th. Buddy, as he was affectionately known to his family and friends, was the cherished son of Carol A. Russo of Wilmington and the late George H. Pratt III.

Buddy was raised and educated in Wilmington. He was a member of the Wilmington High School graduating class of 1994. He was currently employed in the Maintenance Dept. of Charles River Labs where he has worked for over twenty years. Buddy had a wonderful sense of humor and making people laugh and smile came easily to him. He was always willing share that quality with his friends, family and coworkers.

In his leisure time Buddy enjoyed golfing and for many years he enjoyed playing softball together with his late father. He also enjoyed participating in the annual Polar Bear Plunge in South Boston. He enjoyed trips to Baxter State Park in Maine where he liked being outdoors hiking and climbing to the peak of Mt. Katahdin. However Buddy’s greatest joy was to be with his family. He loved his family and especially spending good quality time with his nephew Baraka. Buddy will be greatly missed by his family, friends and coworkers.

In addition to his loving mother, Buddy is survived by his sisters; Jennifer Pratt of Wilmington, Emily Pratt and her husband Kevin Duthely also of Wilmington. He was the loving uncle of Baraka and Imani. He was the nephew of Jackie Knight and her husband Larry of Ashby, Patricia Boyce of Wilmington, Alice Kennedy and her husband Brian Warren, Jack Pratt and his wife Anne, all of Tewksbury, Paul Pratt of Quincy, Bobby Pratt and his wife Barbara of California and is also survived by many close and loving cousins.

Funeral services will be held from the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 374 Main St., WILMINGTON, Tuesday, April 3rd, at 9 a.m. followed by a funeral mass celebrated in St. Thomas of Villanova Church, 126 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours at the Dello Russo Funeral Home will be held on Monday from 4 thru 8 p.m. Services will conclude with burial at Wildwood Cemetery, Wilmington.

Paul M. Kane

bendegen — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 12:58:43 +0000

Paul M. Kane, age 65, of Wilmington, died peacefully at home surrounded by his family on March 27, 2012, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Paul was born in Boston, MA, on September 13, 1946, He was the cherished son of the late Timothy J. and Ruth E. (Feeney) Kane. Paul spent his early years in Somerville and moved to Wilmington ate the age of 10 where he continued his education, graduating from Wilmington High School in 1964.

Paul married his High School Sweetheart, Jeanne Gage, on February 15, 1969. Paul and Jeanne had a wonderful life together, raised three beautiful children, were doting grandparents, and strong business partners.

Paul was known for his strong work ethic, something he was proud of passing on to his children. He took his passion for sports, especially Boston Sports, and turned it into a wonderful career. Paul, with his wife Jeanne at his side, started Games Away Tours, Inc. located in the heart of Boston in 1982 and were also proprietors of Sea Air Travel, which he retired from in May of 2011.

Paul loved to travel and he was an avid sports fan, so it only made sense to run trips to Super Bowls, Stanley Cup Playoffs, NBA Title Games, Division Title Games, or just regular season games, Paul was very knowledgeable about the teams, players, and owners, he made the trips quite an adventure and everyone had a great time. If anyone could say they “loved” their job it would be Paul. He loved sports and he loved being around people.

Paul also enjoyed his “personal” traveling with his family and friends. He loved spending time in the Lake Winnipesaukee area of NH as a child and as an adult with his own family. He traveled so often to Montreal that his family considered it his “second home” and they think he finally earned his Canadian Citizenship.

Paul loved to eat and really enjoyed “Fine Dining” with his family and friends. He was a “music buff” who loved everything from church music at Arch Street Church in Boston to country music and George Strait to rock and roll concerts, Bruce Springsteen being his all time favorite. He went to over 40 Bruce Springsteen concerts as he expanded his sports tours business into concert tours.

Paul was an active communicant of St. Thomas Church in Wilmington and will be remembered for his strong faith, something that he never gave up on even when his illness got tough.

Paul was a devoted family man and a true friend. He was smart, kind, caring, extremely generous, talented, and fun to be around. He was a natural comedian whose sense of humor was maintained through his final days. He loved to talk to people, tell stories, and make people laugh. He was extremely proud of his family and loved his wife, children, and grandchildren with all his heart. He will truly be missed.

Paul was the beloved husband of Jeanne L. (Gage) Kane, devoted father of Brian Kane and his wife Michelle, Andrea MacGilvray and her husband Paul, and Jennifer Kane all of Wilmington, loving grandfather of Hayden and Julia Kane, Ashley, Ava, and Thomas MacGilvray, dear brother of the late Dennis T. and Joseph A. Kane, brother-in-law of Roberta Kane of Billerica, Norma Kane of New Mexico, Richard Gage, Robert Gage and the late Marilyn Gage all of Wilmington. Paul was also a loving uncle, cousin, nephew, and dear friend to many.

Family and friends will gather at the Nichols Funeral Home, Inc., 187 Middlesex Ave. (Rte. 62), Wilmington on Saturday, March 31st at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Thomas of Villanova Church, 126 Middlesex Ave., Wilmington at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Wildwood Cemetery, Wilmington. Visiting hours will be held on Friday, March 30^th from 4-8 p.m. Memorial donations in Paul’s name may be made to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, 1250 Fourth Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401.

James H. Doucette

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James H. Doucette, a former long-time Wilmington resident, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2012 at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester following a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 68. Born on January 19, 1944, in Melrose, James was the son of the late Louis and Alice (Boudreau) Doucette. James spent his early years in Wakefield until his family moved to Wilmington in 1953.As a child, James was very active in the Boy Scouts in Wilmington and that carried throughout his adult years when he spent time volunteering with the Scouts and was a Scout Leader.

Following graduation from Wilmington High School, he enlisted in the United States Air Force in January of 1963, during the Vietnam War. James was a very talented artist and used his skills as a Medical Illustrator and a Commercial Artist for the Air Force.

In June of 1964, James married the love of his life Cheryl Lundy, they settled in Wilmington following his discharge from the Air Force, they had a wonderful life together, raised three beautiful children, and were proud grandparents to two grandchildren, family was everything to James and his love for them was unconditional.

He was honorably discharged in February of 1971 from Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, following 8 years of dedicated service to the country. He continued his medical illustrator career at Children’s Hospital in Boston.

James went on to continue his education and earned a certification as a Medical Coder.James worked for K Force Company as a Medical Coder Consultant, traveling to different hospitals around the country. In 1999 James and Cheryl relocated to Midland, Texas where James took a job at Midland Hospital. After residing in Texas for 12 years, the family moved back to the Boston area.

James had many interests and talents, he was an artist and loved to draw.He was always interested in graphic arts and did a lot of work in the field.James was a huge history buff, he especially loved Egyptian artifacts, James would often volunteer to share his artifacts as well as his knowledge by doing many demonstrations in various schools over the years. James also enjoyed fishing and loved to listen tocountry music, especially anything sung by Roy Orbison.

James was also a caretaker and an advocate for special needs children throughout the state of Massachusetts and served on the Special Need PAC in Wilmington.

James will be fondly remembered as a “giver” and a “doer”, he was very devoted to his family and friends, there wasn’t anything he wouldn’t do for them. He was truly a wonderful man and will be dearly missed.

James was the beloved husband of Cheryl A. (Lundy) Doucette, devoted father of Christine Connell & her husband Shawn of Chelmsford, Sharon Salvas& her husband Jerry of Midland, TX, and James Doucette of Lunenburg, loving “Papa” of Sarah and Marc Salvas, dear brother of William Doucette of California, Richard Doucette and Peg Delin both of Lowell, the late Mary Philbrick, Dorothy Hilson, and Lillian Burbine, James was the special uncle of Julie Stimpson as well as many other nieces and nephews.

Family and friends will gather at the Nichols Funeral Home, Inc., 187 Middlesex Ave. (Rte. 62) Wilmington, on Saturday, February 4th at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Dorothy’s Church, Main Street (Rte. 38), Wilmington at 11:00 a.m. Interment Wildwood Cemetery, Wilmington. Visiting hours Friday, February 3rd from 4-8 p.m. Memorial donations in James’ memory may be made to the Fisher House, 1400 VFW Parkway, West Roxbury, MA 02132.

Alicia S. Nazzaro

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 01:26:51 +0000

Alicia S. Nazzaro, age 20, of Wilmington and Everett, died unexpectedly, January 19, 2012.

Born in March of 1991, Alicia was the cherished daughter Vincent and Mary (Cannon) Nazzaro of Wilmington.

Alicia was very kind and caring, she had a huge heart and was always willing to do for others.

She was very athletic, a true competitor, you always wanted Alicia to be on your team.

Alicia was also a very talented artist and enjoyed sharing her abilities with others.

Alicia loved children, she volunteered as a pop warner cheerleading coach, worked with kids at a child care center, she loved anything to do with kids and she just lit up whenever she talked about them.

Alicia was very independent and fiercely loyal to her family and friends, she always had their back. Alicia had a wonderful spirit, she made a great impression wherever she went and brought out the best in others. She was dearly loved by her family and friends and will be greatly missed.

Besides her parents who survive her, Alicia was the beloved sister of Christine Savage and Karline Nazzaro both of Everett and Jes Nazzaro of Wilmington, loving granddaughter of Barbara Cannon, Rose and Andrew Nazzaro all of Everett, dear niece of Andrew & Diane Nazzaro of Winthrop, Robert & Maria Nazzaro of Everett, Janice & Mike Underwood of Wilmington, Tom & Janice Cannon of Woburn, Mike & Barbara Cannon of Saugus, Rick & Judy Cannon of Randolph, John & Ronnie Cannon of Quincy, and Ronnie & Jodi Cannon of Pelham, NH, Alicia is also survived by many cousins and friends.

Family and friends gathered in St. Thomas of Villanova Church, 126 Middlesex Ave., Wilmington, for Visitation on Monday, January 23^rd at 2:00 p.m. followed by a Mass to Celebrate Alicia’s life at 3:00 p.m. Memorial donations in Alicia’s name may be made to Chauncy Hall, P. O. Box 732, Westboro, MA 01581.

Deborah J. Tello

admin — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:42:17 +0000

Deborah J. (Jerrett) Tello, age 50, a life-long resident of Wilmington, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on January 13, 2012, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Debbie was born in Winchester, MA on May 31, 1961, she was the cherished daughter of the late Cyril and Bessie Jerrett. Debbie was raised and educated in Wilmington, graduating from Wilmington High School in 1979.

Debbie married the love of her life Daniel C. Tello on March 26, 1982 and together they raised three beautiful children, they were truly Debbie’s pride and joy. Debbie took the role as wife and mother very seriously, she was extremely devoted to her family. Debbie attended numerous school and sporting events, she was always there to lend a hand and show her support to her children no matter what they were involved in, her love for them was unconditional.

Debbie was a wonderful friend and neighbor, she would do anything for anyone, always putting others needs before her own. She was always wearing a smile, had a great sense of humor, and an endearing personality that made others feel welcomed and loved.

Debbie was a hard worker, she not only took care of her own family but for many years she took care of other children making them feel safe and loved, treating her daycare kids as her own; and making life-long friends with their parents. Debbie loved children and it showed all over her face when she was around them.

Debbie was strong willed and a fighter, she advocated for many kids in need of help, whether it was a troubled teen or someone with substance abuse problems, Debbie was right there to lend a hand and not to judge others.

Debbie was also a “survivor” when it came to her own health issues, she fought hard and always had a positive outlook in a negative situation, never giving in, and always worrying about those she loved not herself.

Debbie will be fondly remembered for her kindness and compassion, her great stories, her love of animals especially her beagles, and for her unwavering devotion to those she loved, Debbie was truly an amazing woman who will be missed by many.

Debbie was the beloved wife of Daniel C. Tello, devoted mother of Melissa N. Tello, Stephen J. Tello, and the late Daniel J. Tello all of Wilmington, dear sister of Nancy & Richard Barnes of Boulder City, NV, James Jerrett of Cavendish, Newfoundland, Charles & Connie Jerrett of Tarpon Springs, FL, Elizabeth & Peter Duke of Bucksport, ME, and the late Johnny Jerrett, loving aunt of Jenna Jerrett, John Jerrett, and Isabel Duke, Debbie is also survived by many dear friends.

Visiting hours will be held at the Nichols Funeral Home, Inc., 187 Middlesex Ave. (Rte. 62) Wilmington on Tuesday, January 17^th from2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Family and friends will gather for a Funeral Service on Wednesday, January 18^th at 11:00 a.m. in the Wilmington United Methodist Church, 87 Church St., Wilmington. Interment Wildwood Cemetery, Wilmington. Memorial donations in Debbie’s name may be made to Heaps of Hope, Inc., 60 Walnut St., Wellesley, MA 02481 or to Gosnold Inc., 200 Ter Heun Dr., Falmouth, MA 02540.

Helen I. Drover

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Helen I. (Allen) Drover, fondly known as “Candy” to her family and friends, of Woburn, formerly of Wilmington and North Reading, died Thursday, January 5, 2012 at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington following a courageous battle with cancer. She was 66 years old.

Helen was born on April 9, 1945, in Woburn, MA, she was the dear daughter of the late Robert and Helen (Johnson) Allen. Helen grew up in Wilmington and was a graduate of Wilmington High School Class of 1964.

Helen was employed for many years at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington and Lahey North in Peabody, where she worked in the Hematology/Oncology and Internal Medicine Departments. Helen was a very compassionate person, she made many friends at Lahey with her co-workers and patients alike, they soon became her extended family. Helen loved her job but as her illness progressed and her strength diminished, she had to retire.

Helen was very active and extremely talented, she had a knack for cake decorating and a willingness to teach others this art. Helen was a long-time member and Past President of the International Cake Decorating Society (ICES), she traveled all over and took part in many conventions where she taught and learned new methods of decorating. She was also a member of Sugar Delights Cake Club, a cake decorating teacher at A.C. Moore in Woburn, and a cake decorating teacher for the Wilton Company.

Helen enjoyed teaching, she loved her students and was very proud of their accomplishments. Helen not only taught decorating but she made countless beautiful cakes for family and friends over the years.

Helen was a member of the Epicurian Restaurant Club which raised Scholarship money for students going into the Culinary Field.

Helen was also very active and worked at the Woburn Senior Center where she continuously helped the seniors in what ever capacity was needed.

Helen certainly had an endearing personality, she made others feel welcome, and she was always there to lend a hand or give advice. She made friends where ever she went and maintained friendships that lasted throughout her life-time.

Helen was very devoted to her family, she loved them unconditionally and was always there to provide love and support not only to her family but their friends as well. Helen was truly an amazing woman and will be greatly missed.

Helen was the beloved wife of the late Walter “Wally” Drover, devoted mother of Timothy F. Swain and Donald A. Drover both of Woburn, sister of Robert Allen and his wife Dorothy and Virginia Allen all of Florida, and the late Thomas Allen. Helen is also survived by her best friend Carolyn Harris of Wilmington, as well as many nieces, nephews, and close friends.

Family & friends will gather at the Nichols Funeral Home, Inc., 187 Middlesex Ave. (Rte. 62), Wilmington, on Monday, January 9^th at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Thomas of Villanova Church, 126 Middlesex Ave., Wilmington at 11:00 a.m. Interment Wildwood Cemetery, Wilmington. Visiting hours Sunday, January 8^th from 3-7 p.m. Donations in Helen’s memory may be made to the Lahey Clinic Oncology Dept., 41 Mall Road, Burlington, MA 01805 or to the M.S.P.C.A., Development Office, 350 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130

Michelle Riccio Caperci

admin — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 23:50:47 +0000

Michelle Riccio Caperci, of Nashua, NH, formerly of Wilmington passed away suddenly at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Nashua on December 28th, at the age of 46. She was the beloved wife of Anthony Caperci and together they shared seven years of marriage. Born in Flushing, NY she was the cherished daughter of Vincent and Mary Ann (Tully) Riccio of North Chelmsford.

Michelle moved to Wilmington with her family when she was a young girl. She attended Wilmington schools and graduated from Wilmington High School with the class of 1983. More recently she was employed as a customer service representative with Thermo Fisher Scientific in Billerica for the past five years. Michelle will be fondly remembered for her constant smile, kindness and Christian spirit freely given to everyone she met throughout her life.

In addition to her beloved husband and parents, Michelle is survived by her brothers, Christopher Riccio and his wife Michelle of North Chelmsford, Brian Riccio and his wife Tara of Atkinson, NH. She was the loving aunt of Christopher, Shannon, Matthew and Michael Riccio. She is also survived by her brother-in-law William Caperci of Wilmington and sister-in-law Peggy Raffaelo of Lowell. Michelle is predeceased by her brother, the late Vincent Riccio.

Funeral services will be held from the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 374 Main St., Wilmington, Wednesday, January 4th, at 10 a.m. followed by a funeral mass celebrated in St. Thomas of Villanova Church 126 Middlesex Ave, Wilmington, at 11 a.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours at the Dello Russo Funeral Home will be held on Tuesday from 4 thru 8 p.m. Interment services will be private.

Susan M. Peabody

admin — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:50:17 +0000

Susan M. Peabody, age 55, of Winthrop, formerly of Wilmington, passed away unexpectedly on December 15, 2011. Born at Choate Hospital in Woburn, on November 20, 1956, Susan was the beloved daughter of Margaret (Keane) Peabody of Wilmington and the late Lester Peabody Jr. She grew up in Wilmington and graduated Wilmington High School with the class of 1974.

Susan was a very accomplished and educated woman. Upon her graduation from high school, she attended Windham College in Vermont before transferring to Emerson College, where she earned her Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts. Susan then attended Katherine Gibbs school where she studied Business and Secretarial Framing. She then furthered her education at Simmons College and received her Masters in Business Administration. Lastly, Susan enrolled at Northeastern University and obtained her Paralegal Certification. After her extensive education, Susan went to work for MFS Mutual Funds in Boston, where she worked as a Paralegal for many years before her illness forced her to retire.

In her spare time, Susan had many hobbies, a talented and gifted artist, she was a creative seamstress and loved to cross stitch. She also was an avid collector of dolls and ornaments. She enjoyed reading, theater, art, and ballet. Susan will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She will be remembered for her generous and charitable nature. She was a philanthropist who was compassionate about others and the world around her.

Susan was the dear sister of Lester Peabody and his wife Trish, Mark Peabody and his wife Nancy, and Chris Peabody and his wife Ellie all of Londonderry, NH, Betsy Peabody and her partner Dianne Harhigh of Concord, NH, and Keith Peabody of Wilmington, loving aunt of Lester, Samantha, Caitlin, Michael, Meredith, Nathan, Jonathan, Jacqueline, and Julia, Susan was devoted to Daniela DeSantis (for whom Susan was like a mother) and her fiance Dharmesh Joshi, and Federico DeSantis all of Winthrop, she is further survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Visiting hours will be held on Monday, December 19^th from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the Nichols Funeral Home, Inc., 187 Middlesex Ave. (Rte. 62), Wilmington. Family and friends will gather on Tuesday, December 20^th at 9:00 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Thomas of Villanova Church, 126 Middlesex Ave., Wilmington at 10:00 a.m.. Interment will take place at Wildwood Cemetery, Wilmington. Memorial donations in Susan’s name may be made to St. Anne’s Shrine, 92 Saint Anne’s Road, P. O. Box 280, Isle La Motte, VT 05463-0280.

Patrolman Shawn W. Lee

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Lee, Patrolman Shawn W., age 39, of Wilmington, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on December 10, 2011, after a courageous battle with cancer. Shawn was the beloved husband of Lisa (Martino) Lee, devoted father of Michael and Patrick Lee, cherished son of Donald and Maryann (Rooney) Lee all of Wilmington, dear brother of Stacie Paradis and her husband Stephen, loving uncle of Heather Paradis all of Tewksbury, special nephew of Mickey Rooney and his late wife Dorsey, Joanne and Barry Sanborn, Dennis and Yvette Rooney, the late Billy Rooney, the late James Rooney and his wife Bev, the late Suzanne and Arthur McNeil, godson of George White. Shawn is also survived by many cousins, friends and fellow officers. Family and friends will gather at the Nichols Funeral Home, Inc., 187 Middlesex Ave., (Rt. 62), Wilmington, on Wednesday, December 14^that 9:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Thomas of Villanova Church, 126 Middlesex Ave., Wilmington, at 10:00 a.m. Interment Wildwood Cemetery, Wilmington. Visiting Hours Tuesday, December 13^th from 3-9 p.m. Memorial donations in Shawn’s name may be made to the Leukemia Lymphoma Society, Donor Services, P. O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202. Shawn was a United States Air Force Veteran during Desert Storm and a Police Officer for Wilmington Police Department.