Gerard “Gerry” Conton, of Norfolk, died May 2, 2018 after a brief illness. Born in Norwood to John and Louise Conton September 12, 1958, he was a graduate of Norwood High School and Ben Franklin Institute of Technology. He was passionate about stock car racing, and he loved to golf. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, James “Jimbo” Conton of Norwood, and a sister, Jayne Holway of Tilton, NH. Gerry is survived by his beloved fiancée, Cindy Marden of Norfolk, cherished sister, Mary Lou Conton of Sanbornton, NH, and three nephews: Ryan Dempsey of Sanbornton, Michael Dempsey of Sanbornton, and Daniel Holway of Pittsburgh, PA. The family wishes to thank the doctors and staff of Dana Farber Cancer Center, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Brigham and Women's Pain Management Center, and Central NH VNA and Hospice of Laconia. A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 19, at 10:00 am from Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole St, Norwood, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Catherine of Siena Parish, 547 Washington St., Norwood, at 11:00 am. Visiting hours will be held Friday, May 18, from 4-8 p.m. at Gillooly Funeral Home. The family suggests memorial donations to The Purr-fect Cat Shelter, P.O. Box 548, Medway, MA 02053.
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