BOX 52 ASSOCIATION INC.
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS

ORGANIZED TO PROMOTE FIRE PREVENTION AND EXTINGUISHMENT IN METROPOLITAN BOSTON

CELEBRATING 100 YEARS 1912-2012

UPDATED ON 7/15/2024



It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of life member Joseph W. Scully, Jr.. Joe became a Box 52 member on June 15, 1968 and passed away on June 14, 2024. His notice follows.


SCULLY, , Joseph "Joe" W., Jr. of Everett, died unexpectedly, in the Brentwood Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Danvers on Friday, June 14, 2024, Flag Day, after a brief illness. He was 86 years old. Born in Everett, Joe was a lifelong resident. He was a loyal employee of the United States Postal Service at Logan Airport for 40 years. He was a lifetime member of Box 52 since June 15, 1968 a hugh accomplishment in itself. Joe was a Red Cross worker and volunteer who was always on call when needed. He loved to go to the Everett Armory COA for multiple meals and taking trips. But most of all he liked taking photos, not of his family, but of buses, single buses, double decker buses and he could tell you everything about a bus by just looking at it. He was the dear son of the late Mary (Haepers) and Joseph W. Scully, Sr.; the beloved husband of Judith A. (Murphy) Scully for 59 years; the dear and devoted father of Susan Petroni and her husband, Rich of Framingham, Linda Donahue and her husband, Joe of Avon and Mary Scully and her fiance', Dave Scioletti, of Everett. Since he never had sons he was the blessed with three granddaughters: Jillian Neault, Allison Neault and Isabella Petroni. Finally he got sons by having a grand puppy and great grand puppy. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. The family would like to thank the staff at Brentwood Rehab in Danvers for caring for him these past months. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Joe's memory to the Everett Council on Aging, 90 Chelsea Street, Everett, MA 02149 would be sincerely appreciated.







With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Daniel J. Mahoney (Boston, Massachusetts), who passed away on June 19, 2024. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Daniel J. Mahoney to pay them a last tribute.


In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Daniel's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Daniel's journey be filled with peace and serenity, as his find rest in the embrace of eternity. He was predeceased by : his parents, Daniel J. Mahoney and Mary G. Mahoney (Tannian). He is survived by : his sister Mary E. Mahoney; his friend Joan Rae (Kenny); and his dedicated Boston Firefighter. The lying in state will be held on Wednesday, June 26th 2024 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the St. Francis de Sales Church (313 Bunker Hill St, Boston, MA 02129). A Mass will be held on Wednesday, June 26th 2024 at 7:00 PM at the same location. A funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, June 27th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the same location. Please omit flowers and kindly make a memorial donation in Fr. Dan's name to either The Boston Fire Firefighters Relief Fund, 115 Southhampton St. Boston, Mass. 02118-2713 or The Boston Firefighters Death & Welfare Fund, 55 Hallet St. Dorchester, Mass. 02122.





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