John Cantwell's obituary , Passed away on May 28, 2025 in Fall River, Massachusetts

John Cantwell

May 28, 2025

Fall River, Massachusetts

John Cantwell's obituary , Passed away on May 28, 2025 in Fall River, Massachusetts

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HATHAWAY family funeral homes

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John Cantwell Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of John Cantwell of Fall River, Massachusetts, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 28, 2025. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Matthew Cantwell and Alice Cantwell (Meadowcroft); his wife Suzanne M. Cantwell (Kalil); his children, Michael J. Cantwell (Lisa) of Fall River, MA, Susan M. Darmody (Christopher) of Westport, MA. and Karen C. Benevides (Christopher) of Tiverton, RI.; his grandchildren, Lindsay, Matthew, Kathryn, Lauren, Meaghan and Allison; his great grandchildren, Madison, Cooper, Jacob, Olivia, Sophie, Luca and Zoey; and his sisters, Margaret Raymond (late Lester) of Somerset, MA and Ellen Stukus (late Walter) of Fall River, MA..

He is survived by: his in-laws, William R. Joncas (Lorraine) of Westport, MA and Timothy C. Doyle (Charlotte) of Fall River, MA. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and long-time friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in John's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
HATHAWAY family funeral homes



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May 30, 2025

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“John was always such a kind man. He will be missed. Our deepest sympathies are with the entire family.”


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June 03

Visitation

Hathaway Home For Funerals
1813 Robeson St, Fall River, MA 02720

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June 03

Mass of Christian Burial

Holy Name Church
709 Hanover St, Fall River, MA 02720

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June 03

Burial

St. Patrick's Cemetery
2233 Robeson St, Fall River, MA 02720

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