Patricia T. (Doyle) Flanagan
October 03, 1934 - February 23, 2024
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Obituary for Patricia T. (Doyle) Flanagan
Patricia T. Flanagan of Braintree, formerly of Sagamore Beach passed away at the age of 89 on
February 23, 2024. She leaves behind her loving children, Bill Flanagan and his wife Abby, Ellen Stanton and her husband Paul, Sue Ferrera and her husband Jim, Michael Flanagan and his wife Maureen and Moe McCabe and her husband Bob. She is survived by her brother Jack Doyle, and eleven grandchildren, Gordy and Stephen Stanton, Alfred, Joseph, James and Colin Ferrera, Thomas Flanagan, Elizabeth, Ellie, James and William McCabe. Her great grandchildren Jackson Ferrera and Conall Stanton, as well as several loving nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her beloved husband Thomas Flanagan, as well as her parents William and Marie Doyle, and seven siblings (Anne Doyle, James Doyle, Margaret Wheelen, Mary Doyle,William Doyle, Paul Doyle and Richard Doyle).
Pat grew up in Newton in a large, Irish Catholic family.She attended Sacred Heart grammar school, Holy Cross Academy and Cardinal Cushing College. She met her future husband and soul mate in grammar school and they later married in 1956. After Tom’s graduation from Boston College, Tom served in the US Army in Staten Island, where their children Bill and Ellen were born. After his Military Service, the family moved to Dearborn, Michigan where he began
his career with Ford Motor Company, and where their children Sue, Mike and Moe were born. Tragically, Tom passed away in 1968. Patricia and her children moved back to Boston in 1973.
Pat first worked for the Boston Red Sox in the 1950’s before she was married. She took a break while living out of the state. Once back in Boston, she returned to the Red Sox as the manager of the 600 Club. She remained there until she retired.
Pat’s greatest joy, however, was when her Sagamore Beach home was filled with family and friends. She was a wonderful cook who enjoyed sharing her passion for cooking with all. Her attitude was always “the more the merrier”. She loved having her siblings as well as her nieces and nephews for July 4th celebrations and outings at the beach. Pat was a most loyal friend to many, highlighted by a tightknit group from the Boston College Class of “57. No mention of Sagamore beach would be complete without mentioning how important Paul and Barbara Sullivan and their children were in her life, as well as her Sagamore Beach “partner in crime”, Sheila Roche.
She was affectionately known as Aunt Pat to many. She cared deeply for her siblings and the special relationships that she had with all of her nieces and nephews. She also had a very deep faith in God. Over the years, we all came to know that we played second fiddle to her dogs and cats that she tirelessly cared for until her passing.
The family is grateful to the staff at Sunrise of Braintree for their care over the years. We take
comfort in the knowledge that she is reunited with her loving husband Tom.
Visiting hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON SQUARE, Saturday 9:00 – 11:00 am. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of the Visitation Parish, St. Elizabeth’s Church, Reedsdale Road at Randolph Avenue, Milton, Saturday March 2 at 11:30 am. Burial will take place privately at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Pat’s memory can be made to the Jimmy Fund at jimmyfund.org/gift
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11:30 AM - 12:30 AM
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March 01, 2024
Bill, Ellen, Susie, Mike, & Moe, So sorry for your loss. I have so many memories of years in Dearborn & Cape Cod with your Mom & all of you. Pat was very special. I happened to be in Florida so I will miss you all. Ellie
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February 29, 2024
To Pat's brother, Jack, and all her surviving loved ones, I knew Pat as "Trish". The 12 Beechcroft Doyles were the 1st best friends and neighbors of the 99 Franklin St. Kirks in Newton. The many treasured memories of early youth never fade, and I share your sorrow at the passing of Pat and offer prayers for her Eternal Peace and for the strength of your family at this time of loss. Paul Kirk
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February 29, 2024
Billy, Ellen, Sue, Michael and Moe, I was saddened by the news of your mother's passing. I have only fond memories of Pat. We sure kept her on her toes! I am sorry that I won't be at the funeral. But you are all in my thoughts and prayers, what a wonderful family. I don't know why but I am recalling the sign at the back door in Newton - No Irish and dogs allowed! She is in a better place, "may the wind always be at your back until we meet again." With all my love Sue Travers Courtade
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February 29, 2024
Please know that Patricia (as Anne always referred to her) will be in my prayers. Marion Callahan, South Hadley
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February 29, 2024
My sympathy to all of Pat's family and friends. I'm not sure how they met, but my mother and father, Ruth and Freeman Johnson, were friends of Pat. My mom worked at the State House, so maybe that was the connection (she passed 20 years ago). We visted Pat in Sagamore Beach and my memory there is off lots of laughter. I'm sorry for your loss.
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February 28, 2024
My deepest condolences to all of you- Billy, Ellen, Susie, Michael and Moe, your mom always made me feel welcome and loved. Her smile and kindness are forever in my mind. Sagamore was a joy for me. I am sure there was a grand welcome in heaven for her. Love to you all.... Carolyn
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February 28, 2024
My thoughts are with the Flanagan and Doyle families as you share your stories of Pat. I worked for her at The Underground Collector in Yarmouthport many years ago. It was a great experience as Pat was a great Boss Lady who shared her knowledge of antiques and of life. I continue to think of her often especially in antique shops. May she rest in peace.
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February 28, 2024
Dear Sue and family, Bill and I were saddened to hear of your mother's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Love, Claudia
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February 27, 2024
Pat I will always hold you and Stormy in my heart; the wonderful, kind woman were. You will truly be missed by your Sunrise family. Rest in eternal peace Suzette Jacques, RN
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February 27, 2024
Dear Moe, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. I feel confident that she is so happy to finally be reunited with your Dad and all her siblings. I am thinking of all of you. For so many years, you and I both contributed to Pat's high blood pressure. Our obnoxious antics and escapades in both Newton and Sagamore were endless. I remember we eventually (usually), were able to get her to smile or laugh (no matter how much she tried not to) and she would eventually forgive us. Years later I apologized to her for stealing her cigarettes and causing her so much trouble and I was SURE to tell her that you were not as innocent as you seemed ( I was just the one that always got caught) So rest assured, she knows that..... Praying that your Mom is enjoying the freedom of eternity and resting in peace. Please know that I am always here for you. Love, Moe Quinn
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February 27, 2024
What a wonderful woman who had the patience to put up with all of the kids flooding in and out of 12 Beechcraft on a regular basis! I don't think we ever truly got away with anything, but Mrs Flanagan was always, always grace to us!! Sending hugs and love to Billy, Flash, Susie, Mike and Mo!
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February 27, 2024
Sue and family I am sorry to learn if the loss of Pat. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. I have some very fond vivid memories of Pat that I will cherish. She was a lovely lady. Rest in eternal peace Pat. 🙏
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February 27, 2024
My condolences go out to the Flanagan and Doyle family. Pat was one of my many bosses at Fenway Park and she was the best. We had a great department and a great staff. All because Pat cared about everyone and made our job enjoyable and fun. She will be missed. 💔
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