Leo F. O'Brien

The funeral of Leo F. O'Brien, 150 Winter street, was held this morning from the funeral home at 9 Chester avenue. A high mass of requiem was sung in St. Edward's church, with Rev. Francis J. Harkins a celebrant. Miss Blanche D. Pickering was in charge of music. Soloists were Mrs. Elizabeth Sheridan and Joseph Angelo. Acolytes were John and James Adams, nephews. A detail of 50 firefighters, in charge of Fire Chief Lawrence F. Lynch attended the mass. Burial was in Calvary cemetery and prayers were said at the grave by Fr. Harkins. Bearers were fellow firefighters. Deputy Chief Thaddeus

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