Nora Catherine (Naughton) Walsh
October 27, 1945 - July 22, 2026
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Obituary for Nora Catherine (Naughton) Walsh
Nora (Naughton) Walsh of Braintree, formerly of Dorchester, Ireland, and England, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on July 22, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was 80 years old.
Born on October 27, 1945, in Leitir Mรณir, County Galway, Ireland, Nora was the beloved daughter of the late Thomas and Margaret (Gannon) Naughton.
Nora is preceded in death by her beloved companion, Peter Akins; her sisters, Mary Ann Quinn, Peggy Folan, and Bridget McNamara; and her granddaughter, Clara Clements.
She leaves behind her loving children: Thomas Walsh and his wife, Kerry, of Milton; Mark Walsh and his wife, Kerri, of Lynn; and Lori Clements and her husband, Tighe, of Braintree. Her sisters Kay Tanney of Braintree and Tricia Kneeland and her husband Richard of Hanson and her brother-in-law Sonny Folan of Braintree. She was the devoted and proud Nana of Maggie, Thomas ("TJ"), Norah, Maura, Erin, Mark, and Delia, each of whom brought immeasurable joy to her life. She also leaves Peter's children: Richard Akins, Jr.; Donna Walsh and her late husband, John; James Akins; and Thomas Akins and his wife, Karen. Nora is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, dear friends, and all who were fortunate enough to know and love her.
At the age of 12, Nora immigrated to the United States with her family, beginning a life filled with hard work, unwavering devotion to those she loved, and countless lifelong friendships.
She graduated from South Boston High School and began a distinguished career at Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, where she worked for over four decades before retiring.
Nora was the heart of her family and the person everyone could always count on. She found happiness spending time at Falmouth Harbor surrounded by family and friends. She also cherished traveling the world with her beloved companion, Peter, creating treasured memories through their many adventures together.
Deeply proud of her Irish heritage, she held close the traditions, faith, and values that shaped her life. Those who knew Nora will remember her for her kindness, her sense of humor, her resilience, and her ability to make others feel cared for.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Clare Parish, 1244 Liberty Street, Braintree, Monday, July 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM. Family and friends invited. Visiting Hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON SQUARE, Sunday, July 26th from 2-6 PM.
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02:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 AM
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Sean and Tracy Walsh planted 5 trees in memory of Nora Catherine (Naughton) Walsh . - July 28, 2026
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UMass Boston Financial Aid Office planted 25 trees in memory of Nora Catherine (Naughton) Walsh . - July 28, 2026
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July 27, 2026
Such sad news - so sorry for your loss. RIP Nora x Kathleen (Naughton) Besim & family, London x
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July 27, 2026
RIP Nora you will be sadly missed. Thinking of you all love Kathleen (Naughton) Besim and family, London x
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July 27, 2026
My heartfelt condolences to Nora's family and loved ones. Nora's warmth and charm kept the Boston office running for many years. I can't imagine getting through the early years of my career without her and as the years passed our friendship deepened. She was beloved as any person I ever met. May God rest her soul. - Bill Condon
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July 26, 2026
Sorry to hear about the passing of Nora, may she rest in peace. Our condolences to the family. Colm & Kathy Folan Chicago
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July 26, 2026
Thinking of all her help when I entered the business back in 1983. She kept us young people on our toes, always willing to tell us the truth. At the same time, she was the first one to tell us, keep up your chin, keep working the next case it will be a good one. Alot of us needed your caring guidance and I will always remember it. I hope the Walsh family knows that Nora made a difference in alot of people's lives. Thinking of all of you during this difficult time. Bob Skloff
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July 25, 2026
Thinking of you all at this sad time. May She Rest In Peace.
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July 25, 2026
our sincerest condolences. May all the cherished loving memories you all have help you through this time. And may you Rest In Heavenly Peace Nora with all the other angels
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July 25, 2026
Condolences to Nora's family may she rest in eternal peace such a lovely person from Willie & Sheila Gill & family Clonmany Ireland ๐๐
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July 24, 2026
Condolences to Nora's family. Such and an amazing, kind and thoughtful person with a heart of gold and quick wit and sense of humor that fully balanced her personality. We will miss you Nora and Peter and pray that you have been received into the kingdom with joy and peace that is so well deserved. The Bolton family-
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July 24, 2026
RIP Nora, sorry to all the family, I remember you came to England we had lovely time, from cousin Barbara naughton (keane) rest in peace in heaven โค๏ธ
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July 24, 2026
I love my Mom and can't imagine. Im truly sorry ๐. My condolences ๐
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