William F. Skahan

Mr. William F. Skahan Of Middleboro, passed away on July 16, 2008 at the age of 77 after a lengthy illness. He is survived by his beloved wife Mary Louise Flynn of Middleboro and his loving children Mark Skahan and his wife Jeanne of Lincroft NJ, Denise Royer and her husband Lee of Marshfield, Sheila Skahan and her husband Clay Caras of Essex CT, Brian Skahan of Quincy and John Skahan and his wife Ellen of Hopkins MN. He was the loving grandfather of Matthew, Jenna and Bradley Royer, Alison, Amanda and Mellisa Skahan; Joshua and Abaigeal Caras, and Flynn and Bailey Skahan. He also leaves his sisters Ann Mulkern and Winnie Ryan. He was predeceased by two siblings, Charles Skahan and Marie Reid. Additionally he was loved by this extended family, the Scammell's of Gilmanton Iron Works NH. He was born in Dorchester and lived most of his life in Hanover. He proudly served in the US Army. William was the Vice President of Paine's Furniture before his retirement, he was an avid reader, passionate Boston sports fan and devoted family man. A Memorial Mass will be held at 9 AM on Friday, July 18 at St. Mary's Church in Hanover MA. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Sisters of Notre Dame Dulac Retirement Fund, 555 Plantation St., Worcester MA.