Helen A. (Scanlon) Corcoran, age 96, died at home accompanied by her family on January 23, 2025.
She was a first-generation Irish-American born to John J. Scanlon and Delia (Lennon) Scanlon. She was pre-deceased by her husband P. Leo Corcoran, her sons Jack and Patrick Corcoran, her sister Mary Scanlon, and her brother Frank Scanlon. She is survived by her children: Joseph Corcoran, Frank (Ginny) Corcoran, Leo (late wife Sara) Corcoran, and Tim (Susan) Corcoran.
Helen was a proud graduate of Mission High School who went on to raise her family in Dorchester and Milton, MA. She was a loving wife and “every inch a mother” who lived a life of continuous and unconditional devotion to her 6 children, 12 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren.
Helen’s funeral services will be private.
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February 19, 2025
Mark & Lois Ferrara
Dear Tim, Susan and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you comfort and peace. May your mom RIP.
February 14, 2025
Jonathan Herlihy
Mrs. Corcoran was a great individual and her life supporting P. Leo and raising 5-boys is a testament to her incredible strong will and perseverance. Jonathan
January 31, 2025
Michael J. Traft
Sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was a great friend and support to my mother Marie Traft throughout my mother's life, particularly after the loss of my father. A true matriarch. - Michael Traft
January 29, 2025
Sean & Marie Coneran
We offer our deepest sympathies to Frank, Ginny and all the Corcoran family on the sad passing of your dear Mother Helen. Thinking of you all during this sad time. May she rest in peace. Sean & Marie Coneran, Ballymoe, Co. Galway, Ireland.
January 28, 2025
Andrea J Garvey
My heart is with you all during this time of loss and sorrow. May knowing that she is now in the arms of Leo, Jack and Patrick bring you strength and peace. Fondly, Andrea Campanelli-Garvey
January 28, 2025
Cynthia Buckley
Wishing your family peace as you mourn the loss of Helen - a true Matriarch and kind spirit. With sympathy, Cynthia Buckley
January 27, 2025
Robert McLaughlin
Leo and Tim, I was so sorry to hear about your Mother's passing. She was a wonderful lady who raised a great family and I always enjoyed her company. My deepest sympathies to your whole family. Hope this finds you all well. Bob McLaughlin
January 27, 2025
Fr. Claudio Burgaleta, SJ
Our condolences for the passing of your mother, Helen. We will remember her at the Eucharist at St. Mary's Hall, and pray too for the consolation of all who loved her and will miss her. May our hope in the Risen Lord bring you comfort and peace in this time of loss and grieving. Fr. Claudio Burgaleta, SJ and the BC Jesuit Community.
January 27, 2025
Kelli Ahearn-Lucas
So very sorry for your great loss. Thinking of you all. Warmly, Kelli Ahearn-Lucas
January 26, 2025
Maureen Gendrolius
As my sister Joan Harrison has already noted, Helen was a dear friend to our mother, Kay Dunn. Helen and Leo were mentioned often with fondness, so we will remember her that way. Maureen Dunn Gendrolius
January 26, 2025
Joan Harrison
I knew Helen as my mother's dear friend. She impressed me always with her kindness, humor, and spirit of generosity. I know her family will miss her greatly and that the world has lost one of the good ones. I am SO sorry for your loss. Joan Dunn Harrison (Kay Dunn's daughter)
January 25, 2025
Kathy
Sorry for the loss of your mom. She was my mom's best friend. When my mom was in the icu and only family could visit we called auntie Helen so she could see her. Kathy Traft Spellman
January 25, 2025
Donnamarie Bentley
Dear Frank and Ginny, our deepest condolences at the loss of your mom. Prayers to you and your family for strength at this difficult time.
January 25, 2025
Michael Sullivan
To the Corcoran Family: Please accept our deepest sympathies. We have such great memories of your mom and dad. She was a wonderful lady. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Michael and Denise Sullivan
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