John M. Croal

John Croal, age 49, passed away at the South Shore Hospital on Monday August 3, 2010. John is survived by his daughter Alycia Ryan of Rockland, his sisters, Mary M. “Peggy” Ford of VT, Laurie Croal of Weymouth, Susan Nelson of Weymouth and Nancy Heinle of MN, His step-children Angelina and Domenic Ricciailli, 4 nieces, 8 nephews, 1 great nephew and 1 great niece. He is predeceased by his son Benjamin Croal, his brother James Croal and his parents, James and Mary Croal. John was formerly of Rockland and graduated from Rockland High School in 1979. He was a cook at Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Crest Catering. Private Funeral Services were held at the C. C. Shepherd Funeral Home, 134 Pleasant St. (Columbian Sq.) S. Weymouth. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in John’s memory to the American Cancer Society 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701. If you would like to leave a message for the family please visit www.ccshepherd.com.