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Denise Lavely-O'Hara Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 10, 2016.

Denise C. Lavely-O'Hara, age 64 of South Dartmouth, passed away Friday, December 09, 2016 at home surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her husband James D. O'Hara to whom she had been married to for 33 years.

Born in Andover, a daughter of the late Arthur B. and Barbara (Kenney) Lavely, she had been a long time South Dartmouth resident. She was a graduate of Andover High School, class of 1970, attended Fisher College in Boston and the University of Massachusetts, Amherst where she received her Bachelor of Science, majoring in Psychology. Denise was formerly employed as an Account Executive at Cuneo, Sullivan and Turner Advertising, Brown University and prior to her retirement in 2012 she served as the Administrative Director of the Residency Program at Rhode Island Hospital for 20 years.

Denise loved spending time with her family, walking on the beach, cooking, gardening, yoga, Zumba and trips to Maine and Martha's Vineyard, as well as many other traveling destinations over the years.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Emily R. O'Hara and her husband Luke W. Vietas of Melrose; a son, Zachary J. O'Hara of Dartmouth; one sister, Debra Swan of Indiana; a grandson, James F. Vietas; a nephew, Eric Swan; and many nieces and nephews.

Her Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at 10:30AM in the Waring-Sullivan Home of Memorial Tribute at Dartmouth, 230 Russells Mills Road, Dartmouth, visiting hours prior 8:30AM to 10:30AM. Burial Private. Relatives and friends invited.

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December 15, 2016

Jim, my friend, You have been in my thoughts and prayers for some time now. I am so very sorry for your and your family's loss. Please keep in touch. I'm there for you. BRUCE VINCELETTE (508) 674-9840

December 14, 2016

Norma Jean Atkinson

Dear Emily, I am so sorry to hear the very sad news of your loving mother passing on. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

December 14, 2016

Jim, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Denise. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Elaine Marshall

December 13, 2016

Wishing Denise's family peace and comfort during this hard time. Our family lived a block away on Chestnut St. and I remember Denise's many visits. She was a wonderful, wonderful best friend to my sister Chris. Rest in peace, dear Denise. Love, Kerry

December 12, 2016

Very sad news. We grew up hanging out with Denise on Summer St in the 50's and 60's. We all enjoyed The Little Store on the corner. Peace and comfort to your Family. Bobby Franz

December 12, 2016

nancy Buck

so sorry to hear this sad news Debbie lived right up the street from us as kids in andover. may peace and comfort find all of you at this sad time Nancy Buck

December 12, 2016

Janet Cohen

Denise was a dear friend growing up in Andover. We shared many adventures during our Jr. high and high school years. I always thought that we might reconnect one day. It's with deep sadness that I send condolences to her friends and family.
Fondly,
Janet Cohen

December 12, 2016

David Hawley

We (Leisa and I) have such wonderful memories of Denise's curiosity about the world around her and how much she loved exploring, whether it was in her garden, on a sailboat, on a bicycle, on a hike or in the kitchen. She was growing spicy, bold nutty flavoured arugula in her garden well before everyone else discovered arugula. The joy and playful optimism Denise brought to all of our lives will be missed but never forgotten. Wishing Jim, Emily, Zach and the entire family peace and strength in this time of loss. David & Leisa

December 12, 2016

Jim, My thoughts are with you, and I am wishing for your family to find peace and comfort in memories of Denise.

Gary J.

December 12, 2016

Karen Gravell-McCabe

My deepest sympathy goes out to Denise's family. I have so many fond memories of her parents home in Andover. We went to school together and spent many nights listening to the Beatles and swimming in the family pool. Great and fun times. Always hoped to see each other again.Debbie I'm sure you remember some of those times. So saddened by this news. My prayers are with you all. RIP my friend.

December 11, 2016

Deborah Kovacs

Dear Jim, Emily and Zachary,
My thoughts are with you all with the passing of wonderful Denise. I see her dear and smiling face in my mind, and know how much she loved life and all of you. So so sorry for your loss.
With love and best wishes,
Debbie Kovacs

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