Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Yarmouth

Thomas F. McGrath (83) of West Yarmouth, MA passed away on March 9, 2025 at Regal Care of Harwich. Tom was born on August 26, 1941, to the late Herman and Margaret McGrath of Sharon, MA. He graduated from Northeastern University with a Finance degree and worked at numerous banks and the Polaroid Company before relocating to Cape Cod in 1972, where he held various finance jobs until his retirement. Tom was an avid golfer and spent most of his free time on the courses in Yarmouth. He followed most Boston sports, enjoyed playing cards and cherished the many family trips to the Turks and Caicos Islands. Tom was a loyal and dedicated friend, and a man of true integrity. He stood steadfast to...

Gary Scott Warren of South Dennis, MA, formerly of Rochester, NY, died peacefully on Friday, March 7, 2025, surrounded by family. He succumbed to respiratory complications from lung disease. Gary was born on January 16, 1952, in Mt Pleasant, NY. He was adopted at the age of three by the late James S. and Helen (Gates) Warren of Ionia, NY. He graduated from Allendale High School in 1971. He worked as Security Manager for Lawyers Co-op/Thompson Reuters in Rochester for over 35 years. Following his retirement he moved to the Lewis Gordon Senior Complex in S. Dennis, MA where he worked as property manager until last Spring. Gary is survived by his half-sister, Sheila Hart of Cass Lake, MN,...

Gary Scott Warren of South Dennis, MA, formerly of Rochester, NY, died peacefully on Friday, March 7, 2025, surrounded by family. He succumbed to respiratory complications from lung disease. Gary was born on January 16, 1952, in Mt Pleasant, NY. He was adopted at the age of three by the late James S. and Helen (Gates) Warren of Ionia, NY. He graduated from Allendale High School in 1971. He worked as Security Manager for Lawyers Co-op/Thompson Reuters in Rochester for over 35 years. Following his retirement he moved to the Lewis Gordon Senior Complex in S. Dennis, MA where he worked as property manager until last Spring. Gary is survived by his half-sister, Sheila Hart of Cass Lake, MN,...

Daniel J. DeBassio, Jr., 79, passed away on March 6, 2025. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 14, from 4-8pm, at Chapman Funerals & Cremations, Morris O'Connor Chapel, 58 Long Pond Dr., S. Yarmouth. His Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, March 15, 11am, at St. Pius X Church, Barbara St., S. Yarmouth. For complete obituary and more information, please visit chapmanfuneral.com.

Lucinda N. Johnson of Yarmouth died March 1, 2025. She was the wife of the late Warren A. John MD, DO. For full obituary and service information go to www.chapmanfuneral.com

Howard "Bud" E. Dunsing, Jr., 91, of South Yarmouth, formerly of Brockton, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025, just days after the passing of his beloved wife of 69 years, Patricia A. (Croker) Dunsing. Bud enjoyed a long and fulfilling career, working for the Brockton Enterprise for 44 years. Prior to that, he served his country during the Korean War and worked for the Stars and Stripes newspaper. A lifelong supporter of New England sports, Bud was a passionate fan who loved to cheer on his teams. He took great pride in his home, always maintaining the greenest grass in the neighborhood and surrounding his yard with lush, vibrant rose bushes. Bud is survived by his son, Howard...

Howard "Bud" E. Dunsing, Jr., 91, of South Yarmouth, formerly of Brockton, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025, just days after the passing of his beloved wife of 69 years, Patricia A. (Croker) Dunsing. Bud enjoyed a long and fulfilling career, working for the Brockton Enterprise for 44 years. Prior to that, he served his country during the Korean War and worked for the Stars and Stripes newspaper. A lifelong supporter of New England sports, Bud was a passionate fan who loved to cheer on his teams. He took great pride in his home, always maintaining the greenest grass in the neighborhood and surrounding his yard with lush, vibrant rose bushes. Bud is survived by his son, Howard...

Patricia A. (Croker) Dunsing of South Yarmouth, formerly of Brockton, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025, at the age of 91. She was the beloved wife of Howard "Bud" Dunsing, Jr., with whom she shared 69 years of marriage. Patricia was a dedicated employee of the City of Brockton and the Brockton Public Schools before retiring. Her greatest joy came from life's simple pleasures: baking delicious pies, painting, working on needlepoint, and spending time at the beach. Above all, she cherished the moments spent with her family, particularly her grandchildren, who brought her immense happiness. She is survived by her son Howard "Buddy" Dunsing, III and his wife Nancy; her daughter...

Patricia A. (Croker) Dunsing of South Yarmouth, formerly of Brockton, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025, at the age of 91. She was the beloved wife of Howard "Bud" Dunsing, Jr., with whom she shared 69 years of marriage. Patricia was a dedicated employee of the City of Brockton and the Brockton Public Schools before retiring. Her greatest joy came from life's simple pleasures: baking delicious pies, painting, working on needlepoint, and spending time at the beach. Above all, she cherished the moments spent with her family, particularly her grandchildren, who brought her immense happiness. She is survived by her son Howard "Buddy" Dunsing, III and his wife Nancy; her daughter...

Christopher "Chris" Pennie age 56 of Boston died Jan. 9, 2025 after a hard-fought battle with colon cancer. He is the husband of Margaret (Foster) Pennie, and father of Amanda Pennie. There will be a celebration of life on Jan 26th at 5PM at Granite Links in Quincy. For complete obituary go to www.chapmanfuneral.com

Elizabeth Crane Sarnosky, 95, of Yarmouthport, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 5th, 2025 with family at her side. She is the wife of the late Joseph Sarnosky. For complete obituary and service information go to WWW.chapmanfuneral.com

Ziad "Zee" Sfeir, 60, passed away on January 1, 2025, at his home, embraced by his devoted wife and his sweetest friend, his dog . Zee is a beautiful, loving force in this world. There was nothing he would ever take. He only gave. He knew no stranger. He loved everyone unconditionally. I, as his wife of 22 years and speaking on behalf of Zee's best buddy, his dog of 16 years, ask that we continue to build on the example of Zee's generous heart and continue to carry back into our community the grace, love, forgiveness, and the nurturing compassion he taught us all. Know everyone and rest assured Zee did not suffer, he was without pain. He went out like a Lion...fierce and strong...my...

Dorothy Autry McVeigh, 96, passed away on December 28, 2024 in Chatham, MA. Dorothy was born in Westerly, RI, on May 16, 1928 to parents Phyllis and Curtis Autry. She attended Westerly High School and later worked as a bank teller, legal secretary, and a Realtor. She and her husband John, lived in Westerly all their lives and had a second home in Naples, FL since 1988. They had many friends and were an active part of many clubs and organizations. Dorothy was a devoted and active parishioner of Christ Episcopal Church in Westerly, where she served on the Vestry at various times and sang in the Choir and Community Chorus. Dorothy was a loving grandmother to her only grandson Kyle, and she and...

Jane McLellan (Ellis) got her angel wings on Christmas night. She spent her last days surrounded by loved ones. Jane leaves behind her son Doug and his wife Brenda, her daughter Sharon Pecoraro and her husband Tom and her beautiful grandchildren Julia, Thomas, Mitchell, Jonathan and Anthony. She is survived by her brothers Howard Ellis, Ralph Ellis and his wife Janice and her sister Brenda D'Angeli and her late husband Richard and many nieces and nephews. Jane was born and raised in the Saxonville section of Framingham. Her career spanned many years as a florist. Since moving to Cape Cod, Jane was living her best life spending time with her family enjoying all the things that Cape Cod...

Patricia Ann O'Shea - Pappas August 20, 1936 - December 22, 1924 Patricia died at her home in Yarmouth Port just before Christmas after battling a variety of health issues over the past several months. Pat was born and raised in North Adams, Massachusetts as the only child of her late mother Angelina (Lefave) O'Shea and her late father John O'Shea. After graduation from High School, Pat moved to Boston to continue her education. After college, she worked for New England Telephone and then Boston City Hospital. It was in Boston that she met the love of her life, her late husband Nicholas Pappas. "Nick and Pat" became lifelong companions, moving to Cape Cod together, marrying there,...

YARMOUTH PORT - Margaret A. ("Peggy") Dean, 88, a long-time resident of Yarmouth Port, died peacefully on Wednesday, December 4, 2024. Peggy was the beloved wife of the late Robert ("Bob") Dean, with whom she shared 64 years of marriage. She is survived by four children and their spouses, Marie and Ronald Gagnon of Bedford, NH, Kathyrn Dean and Ernie Hansche of Ashfield, MA, William and Kathleen Dean of Franklin, MA, Michael and Kimberly Dean of Coppell, TX, and son-in-law Kevin Rodriguez of Sebastian, FL. She was preceded in death by two children, Robert Dean and Colleen Dean Rodriguez, as well as her parents, William and Mary Corrigan, and her sister Janet Corrigan. She also leaves six...

YARMOUTH PORT - Margaret A. ("Peggy") Dean, 88, a long-time resident of Yarmouth Port, died peacefully on Wednesday, December 4, 2024. Peggy was the beloved wife of the late Robert ("Bob") Dean, with whom she shared 64 years of marriage. She is survived by four children and their spouses, Marie and Ronald Gagnon of Bedford, NH, Kathyrn Dean and Ernie Hansche of Ashfield, MA, William and Kathleen Dean of Franklin, MA, Michael and Kimberly Dean of Coppell, TX, and son-in-law Kevin Rodriguez of Sebastian, FL. She was preceded in death by two children, Robert Dean and Colleen Dean Rodriguez, as well as her parents, William and Mary Corrigan, and her sister Janet Corrigan. She also leaves six...

Judith ("Judi") Olkkola (LaVigne) passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on December 3, 2024 at the age of 76. Born in Worcester, MA and raised in West Boylston, MA, Judi was the daughter of the late Edward N. LaVigne and Margaret A. LaVigne (n?e Mombourquette) of Nova Scotia, and sister of the late Edward P. LaVigne. Judi is known to her friends and family for her vibrant personality, infectious laugh, bright spirit, and great tan. She quickly turned strangers into friends, calling everyone she met "sugar plum" or "sweetie pie." Judi was warm and engaging, but tough as nails, never one to complain. After graduating from West Boylston High School, she went on to get her...

Rhea D. St. Onge, 90, of West Yarmouth, passed away on November 26,2024. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul St. Onge. For full obituary and service information, please go to www.chapmanfuneral.com

John E. Murphy, 66, of Hyannis, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 16, 2024 at Cape Cod Hospital after a battle with cancer. He is the husband of Pamela (Foley) Murphy. For full obituary and service info go to www.chapmanfuneral.com

Marie Canniff, a longtime resident of West Yarmouth, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 9, 2024, at the age of 98. For full obituary and service information go to www.chapmanfuneral.com