OBITUARY
Rev. William J. Scanlan
June 5, 1946 – April 26, 2013
Rev. Fr. William J. Scanlan, 66, Friday, April 26, at the Marian Manor in South Boston. Father Scanlan was born in Dorchester on June 5, 1946, the son of the late William F. and Kathleen V. (Carnes) Scanlan. He was raised in Dedham and graduated from BC High School. He attended St. John’s Seminary and was ordained in 1972.
Rev. Scanlan began his ministry at Our Lady of Mercy Church in Belmont from 1972-1975. He was the Associate Pastor of St. Timothy's Church in Norwood from 1975-1983. He then entered a series of special assignments including specialized ministry to youth at Pilgrim Center in Braintree; Prison Chaplain at Southeast Correctional Center in Bridgewater; and co-founding a transitional program called Home for Now, Inc. until 1994. Rev. Scanlan was pastor of St. James Church in Stoughton until 1997 when complications from a heart condition made it necessary for him to take a health leave. In 1998, after a time of recuperation, he returned to active ministry within the Military Archdiocese of the United States as a VA hospital chaplain assigned to the Palo Alto Heath Care System, Palo Alto, CA. until 2002. After having to retire because of physical disabilities, he began to assist at Saint Brigid’s Church in Johnston, RI in 2005.
Father Scanlan leaves his sisters, Maureen (Ryan) Favorito and her husband Sabino of West Roxbury, Mildred Robison of Weymouth, Margaret Hoeg of Easton, Marie Diauto of Florida; also many close friends and their families he considered relatives including Ronald Bartkiewicz of Walpole, Christopher Jones of Canton, Patrick Glennon of Walpole, Jason Mitchell of Tampa, FL and Joanne and her husband James Grant of Stoughton, MA and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his step-mother, Mildred Ryan; by his brothers, George and Robert Ryan; and his nephew, Tony Favorito.
Relatives and friends may call on Wednesday, May 1, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at St. Brigid Church, 1231 Plainfield St., Johnston, RI followed by a funeral mass to be celebrated in the church at 7:00 PM. Relatives and friends may also call on Thursday, May 2, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at St. Timothy Church, 650 Nichols St., Norwood, MA. Father Scanlan’s final funeral services will be held on Friday, May 3, at 10:00 AM from the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole St., (Rt. 1A) NORWOOD, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM at St. Timothy Church. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Roslindale. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to the Marian Manor, 130 Dorchester Street, South Boston, MA 02127, or to My Brother's Keeper Christian Ministry, PO Box 338, Easton, MA 02356. For more information or to leave online condolences, please visit the funeral home’s website.
Services
- Visitation Wednesday, May 1, 2013
- Funeral Service Wednesday, May 1, 2013
- Visitation Thursday, May 2, 2013
- Funeral Service Friday, May 3, 2013
REMEMBERING
Rev. William J. Scanlan
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RECEIVE UPDATESAlan I.
May 16, 2014
Father Bill,
Enjoy the kingdom of heaven. Pax vobiscum !
Bobby Burke
February 14, 2014
In the special quiet that only snow storms bring I read the BC High magazine to discover the sad news. With the 50th BC High reunion looming in just a few months, you will be missed. So many happy high school memories and ventures to keep a perpetual smile on my face. What a gift.
Thomas O'Neill
October 5, 2013
I Last saw Billy Boy as a Fugitive from Justice.We dinned in the North End and talked of my return to MCI CONCORD.He mailed the Parole Board a rare letter attesting to my recent sobriety,YOU CAN HANDLE IT TOMMY MY BOY,but try and realize your own self worth this time.What a great man.
paul hutchinson
May 19, 2013
Father Billy Scanlan, always my friend, always seeing the best in others and forgiving the worst. In his darkest moments, his concern for others was always paramount in his mind...sometimes to the point of frustration to his friends.
A fine man....better by half than the best among us. I am lessened by his departure as are we all.
Don and Anita hume
May 14, 2013
We first met Fr. Bill when he was a priest at Our Lady of Mercy, Belmont. Our sons served as alter boys while he was there. He married our four children and we have kept in touch through the years. He was very special to our family and we are saddended by his failing health and death. He will be missed. Rest in peace Bill.
john hanafin
May 8, 2013
I first met Bill in my second year at BC High. Back then he showed signs of leadership ( the Shepard looking over his flock ) by organizing social gatherings at his house or going on trips everywhere. We became close because I was the black sheep of his " flock " and he was constantly trying to set me on a straight course. Father Bill was always there for me and my family. My brother joe was getting married by a Priest and Rabbi in front of hundreds of old fashion Irish relatives. The priest did
not remember to attend but the Rabbi did. So Fr. Bill, being in the audience , came to the rescue. Fr. Bill was there for my parents during their illness and over the years they grew to love him as one of the family. As fate would have it my 95 yr. old dad was buried the same day as Bill. May they both smile upon the face of Our Father.
May 4, 2013
Many blessings on this awesome priest and friend....may you rest in God's eternal peace and joy Fr. Bill! Fr. Vince Bertrand, JCL
Joanne Kinch-Cauteruccio
May 4, 2013
Father Scanlan made a great impression on our family and was a true friend and mentor when we needed one. He always made me feel so special. After reading the other notes I realize that he had a gift for making people feel special and shared it with so many. You will be remembered.
Carol and family
May 3, 2013
Rest in peace.
May 2, 2013
FATHER BILL,
REST IN PEACE, YOU WERE A GREAT PRIEST AND A GOOD FRIEND. CHARLIE & MARIE ARINELLO, SMITHFIELD,VIRGINIA
Carol McKinley
May 2, 2013
The answer is yes, you gave love and were loved and will be greatly missed. How we laughed. In spite of everything. Thank you for everything for us.
Carolyn Connors Marchese
May 2, 2013
So sad to read of Father Scanlan's death, may he rest in peace.
I was a very active member of the St. Tim's CYO in the late 70's. Fr. Scanlan influenced my life in many ways. He along with other advisors mentored our student run CYO board. We learned to be young leaders. Fun, friendship, faith and community were all part of our active youth organization.
To his sister Maureen (Mo) so sorry I cannot be there Friday but I do remember you from those days too - many memories of you joining us over at St. Tim's.
While many years have passed, the positive impact Fr. Scanlan had in my life through my involvement in St. Tim's CYO won't be forgotten.
Rest in our Lord's eternal peace.
Deb Gillis-Giles
May 2, 2013
I was blessed to have you as my mentor, my friend and my confidant at Saint Timothys. Your support gave me the courage and confidence to try so many things. My true lifetime friendships are from the years I was involved with Saint Tims CYO. We enjoyed so many fun times together. Canoe Races, Ski Trips , Church Dances and More. It feels like yesterday that I saw your smile and heard your kind words and advice.Thank you for being there for me.
Deb Gillis Giles
Greg Willett
May 2, 2013
Fr. Bill,
You touched many lives including mine. Without you and the St Tim's CYO who knows where I'd be now.
Pat Malloy
May 2, 2013
Thanks, Fr. Bill for all the kindness that you have given to me and my family over the years.
Enjoy the Kingdom of Heaven now. Rest in peace.
May 1, 2013
You will forever be in our prayers. Because of you, our lives have been forever blessed. Jack and Stacey Sullivan
Peter & Donna Perry
May 1, 2013
Thank you for letting Donna and I into your life. Your wit, guidance and inspiration will be greatly missed. We still have all your emails and we will continue to re-read them.
R.I.P. our brother and friend. We will be there tonight at St. Brigid. Farewell my Brother Knight.
Ellie and Dick Morris
May 1, 2013
Fr. Bill,
You were an amazing and wonderful priest that made a huge and lasting impression on every member of the Morris Family. We will be forever indebted to you for your faith-filled guidance and love. You were there for us through good times and bad and we will never forget you. God bless you always...With love...
Beth & Jason mitchell
May 1, 2013
You are loved and will be missed by us all...enjoy your time with our Lord! Thanks for the memories!
May 1, 2013
Father Bill will be remembered as a dedicated priest full of warmth and genuine caring for all who were fortunate to meet him.
He will not be forgotten.
Rosalind Newton
Patty Doherty Goodwin
May 1, 2013
Thank You God for giving us such a wonderful priest. You ministered to so many. Especially teens. Genesis II and hanging out at the rectory having discussions about living our lives as Christians. May you rest in peace and give Sue Morrison a big hug.
May 1, 2013
We will always remember Fr. Bill with great fondness and love. His love of God and how he portrayed it to us with his unforgettable stories was truly a gift. Such a well read priest in every sense will not be forgotten.
Ray and Anna Richard. Johnston, RI
May 1, 2013
Fr. Bill, Working with you was most inspiring, especially during Holy Week. You were so CREATIVE, thank God that HE gave us all the energy we needed to to make it happen. We remember a little saying that Deacon Pat would say "he could tell we worked at St. James for Fr. Bill Scanlan by the bags under our eyes, Fr. Bill sure keeps you busy. We loved every minute of it. Praise the Lord.
Mike and Louise Scipione
Rev. Marcel Bouchard
April 30, 2013
Bill had a great love for the Lord as well as a love of life. That enabled him to bring joy to his ministry of sharing the faith. I was privileged to be a classmate. Sorry I cannot attend the funeral, but I will celebrate a Mass for Bill at my earliest convenience.
Candy Corley
April 30, 2013
Our condolences to the family and dear friends of Father Bill. He was a great teacher and faith-filled man of God. We learned much from him and were lucky to have made his acquaintance. Candy and Bill Corley from St. Brigid's Church.
April 30, 2013
R.I.P. you were loved by our family...Rosemary Coutoumas
Steve Corio
April 30, 2013
FR. Bill
Thank you for all the mentoring you have provided for myself and many others. Along with that the fun with the St Timothys gang had and memories that will last forever
Give Angie a hug when you see her
Steve Corio
Diane Funk (Santosuosso)
April 30, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear of your passing, Father Bill. You were a good friend to my father Al and to Hanna, and an inspiration as well. They were truly blessed by your life; for that I am grateful. May the peace of heaven be yours today and with your friends and family always.
April 30, 2013
To Family and friends of father Bill please accept our sincere sympaty on his death He was a wonderful man and a very good friend it to bad his life was to short. ANGELA AND BARNDS
Mary Ann Gorelczenko
April 30, 2013
For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels or principalities, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation will be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus the Lord.
Peace Fr. Bill.
Dot and Jack Butkuss
April 30, 2013
Fr. Bill, a true servant of Jesus. By your words and by your example you have shown us how to love Him above all things. May you now rest in the arms of Jesus and His Blessed Mother, finally at peace.
RUSS AND GINY BLAIS
April 30, 2013
FR BILL,,YOU WERE A VERY SPECIAL GIFT FROM GOD,,,HE GAVE YOU, TO US, FOR A SHORT TIME, BUT YOU TOUCHED THE LIVES OF SO MANY PEOPLE AND TRULY CHANGED OURS , WE WILL MISS YOU AND YOUR WONDERFUL CHRISTIAN SPIRIT,, YOUR SENSE OF HUMOUR, AND YOUR LOVE OF GOD. OUR TALKS AND YOUR TEACHINGS WILL STAY IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER,,,,
MAY GOD BLESS
Ed Walsh
April 30, 2013
Father Bill... You came into our life at a time when we both needed our faith to be lifted up and allowed us to receive the "Body of Christ" my wife Beverly was terminally ill with Lou Gerhig's disease. It was Fr. Lucey and you who reached out to us in spite of my being a divorced person and my wife being a widow and being married outside of the church. I sincerely hope that Beverly was there to welcome you HOME.
Frank Tremblay
April 30, 2013
Throughout his ministry at St. Tim's Fr. Bill was a major influence on me, and my family. His sense of humor and friendship made us all feel at home in church, yet he could inspire with wisdom. Fr. Bill lived Jesus' call that we should love one another by the way he lived. I know he is interceding for us now, praise God.
- Deacon Frank Tremblay, Fresh Creek, Andros, Bahamas
Janice Lurgio
April 30, 2013
Fr. Bill,
You were such a kind and gentle soul. Full of knowledge and God's wisdom. I was always so happy to see you at St Brigid's,we spoke many times,your words helped heal my soul.RIP Bill.
You will be missed by everyone whose life you touched.
The Henderson's
April 30, 2013
Fr. Bill was a wonderful human being. He was there whenever we needed him. For that we could not thank him enough. He has earned his place in paradise. May he rest in peace.
Rod and Gail
Janice McCabe
April 30, 2013
Father Bill,
You were there for us in good times and in difficult ones. May you rest in peace in the arms of God.
Louise F. Johnson
April 30, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Marge and Tom
April 30, 2013
You made every life you touched feel very special. We will never forget you.
Susanne Thibault Toomey
April 30, 2013
Fr. Scanlon I will forever remember your fun loving take on studying the bible back at St. Tim's in the 70's and your wonderful homily at our wedding. We still treasure the picture of you marrying us in 1979.
Kathi & Danny Finn
April 30, 2013
Fr. Bill, you were such a big part of all of our lives...a special friend who meant so much to us. Thank you for your love and the wonderful times we had together. You will never be forgotten, and are always loved.
Tim Sennott
April 30, 2013
Father Bill officiated the marriage of my parents, and in my life, served as not only the officiant but as a pedestal of comfort during my family's time of mourning whenever we said goodbye to our loved ones who passed on. For this, he will be greatly remembered and missed.
Linda Gallinaro
April 29, 2013
Fr Bill,
Now you are in paradise! What a wonderful and incredible priest you were!
April 29, 2013
RIP Fr Bill. You were one of a kind. You brought us God's message in a way only you could do. The Collins family has lost a dear friend today, but you will be in our hearts forever.
Tom Boyle
April 29, 2013
While I will never forget your infectious laugh, the lessons you taught on what it meant to be a Christian I carry with me every day. Our world has lost in this deal – but I know the angels are laughing with you now.
Margie O'Brien
April 29, 2013
Fr. Bill:
You have touched so many lives and have been an inspiration to many. Thank you for the Love, Laughter and Life and have given to the Collin's Family. May you rest in Peace.
Dolly (Kinch)Pucci
April 29, 2013
Fr Bill, Thanks for your laughter, love and real caring. My family will be forever grateful for many wonderful memories at St Tim's.
Dolly, Paul and Joanne
Patricia Larson Jones
April 29, 2013
Billy,
In loving memory of a life well lived. A good and faithful servant who brought the gospel to life in your homilies. A friendship that began at St. William's School that continued through the years, you will be missed by all of the Jones'.
Pat and John
George Morrice
April 29, 2013
A special friend to the Morrice family, it is a happy memory of serving on the altar of St. Tim's with you. Rest in Peace.
Bob Armour
April 29, 2013
Fr. Bill - I remember fondly the times you spent hanging out with my friends and me at St. Tim's. You had a big impact on our lives. You'll be missed dearly.
cheryl knell
April 29, 2013
Fr Bill was loved by all in our family. in good times and sad times. he had a wonderful sense of humor. you will be missed by us more than you know!
Ellie Spenard
April 28, 2013
For all you have done for me and my family I thank you Fr. Bill. You have always been an inspiration and spiritual mentor for the Collins Family. You will be sadly missed by all the Spenard family. We love you.
Pat Collins
April 28, 2013
Rest in Peace Fr. Bill. You were a true friend to everyone especially the Collins family.
The Morrisseys
April 28, 2013
Fr. Bill,
You were such a big part of our lives for so many years. Thank you for all your caring and concern for our family. We will miss you so much, but you will always be in our hearts.
Florence, John, and Janet Morrissey
April 28, 2013
Fr. Bill:
To A Man Who We So Much Enjoyed To Grow Up With, A Priest That Held The Service For Many Weddings of Our Families, & To The Love Of The Conversations He Had With Us - It Was All So Much Appreciated - Fr. Bill YOU Will Be Missed...
I will hold close all the Laughter We Had Growing Up & The "Silly String Sprayings" We Had & All The Other Things We Did While Hanging With You As A Kid...
Thanks Billy For Being Such A Great Person..
Enjoy The Heavens Above With Those Who Have Gone Before You...
The Blizards
Paula Taylor
April 28, 2013
RIP Fr Bill You have touched so many lives and will be greatly missed by many
Maryellen Moore
April 28, 2013
Rest in Peace Fr. Bill.
April 28, 2013
Without exception, a man for others, a man of God
Bill Lucey
Jeannette Chambers
April 28, 2013
You were a blessing to our parish and to all you served. May you rest in the peace of heaven.
Ted Hansberry
April 28, 2013
Fr. Bill,
Many great memories. From St.Tims; from Home for Now; from Pilgrim Center; from our trip to Alaska and from many other occasions. You will be missed by many. So sad that your final years were so difficult.God Bless. A job well done.
Ted & Terry
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