Pearl Lang
Pearl Miriam Lang, age 57, of Boston, passed away on Thursday, August 9, 2012.
Beloved daughter of Carol (Arensberg) Lang of West Palm Beach, FL and the late Siegi Lang. Loving sister of Leslie Lang and his wife Susan Berkebile of Salt Lake City, UT.
Pearl's first love was travel and she mostly enjoyed the wonderful animals and beauty of other countries.
She felt she was a steward of the earth, compulsively recycling and worrying about environmental issues.
Pearl never met a cat she didn't love. She left behind one of her closest companions, her cat, Paka Sana.
Even with traveling around the world, Boston Harbor Islands still is one of her favorite spots.
A Memorial Service will be held at a later date to be announced.
The Friends have been asked to assist with the fundraising for a memorial picnic table in Pearl's honor and memory. The cost and specific placement of the are still to be determined, the table will be placed on Lovells Island. Donations may be made via credit card. Check donations may be made by sending a check to: Friends of the Boston Harbor Islands, 30 Shipyard Drive #202, Hingham, MA 02043 Note: Pearl Lang Fund.Credit card payments do have a service charge associated with them, please no credit card donations under $10. Thank you.
Beloved daughter of Carol (Arensberg) Lang of West Palm Beach, FL and the late Siegi Lang. Loving sister of Leslie Lang and his wife Susan Berkebile of Salt Lake City, UT.
Pearl's first love was travel and she mostly enjoyed the wonderful animals and beauty of other countries.
She felt she was a steward of the earth, compulsively recycling and worrying about environmental issues.
Pearl never met a cat she didn't love. She left behind one of her closest companions, her cat, Paka Sana.
Even with traveling around the world, Boston Harbor Islands still is one of her favorite spots.
A Memorial Service will be held at a later date to be announced.
The Friends have been asked to assist with the fundraising for a memorial picnic table in Pearl's honor and memory. The cost and specific placement of the are still to be determined, the table will be placed on Lovells Island. Donations may be made via credit card. Check donations may be made by sending a check to: Friends of the Boston Harbor Islands, 30 Shipyard Drive #202, Hingham, MA 02043 Note: Pearl Lang Fund.Credit card payments do have a service charge associated with them, please no credit card donations under $10. Thank you.
In Memory of Kevin Regal
Regal, Kevin P., of Quincy, formerly of Dorchester, July 10, 2012. Cherished father of Christine and Erin Regal of Holbrook. Beloved son of John & Joan (Lynch ) of Quincy. Devoted brother of John Michael of Quincy, Edward & his wife Patricia of Dorchester, Stephen & his wife Doris of Quincy, and Jerry & his wife Rosemary of Braintree. Loving grandfather of Ania and Kadence. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Dear friend of Leslie Sargent of Holbrook. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made in Kevin's name to: Friends of the Boston Harbor Islands. Donations may be sent via check to Friends of the Boston Harbor Islands, 30 Shipyard Drive #202, Hingham MA 02043, or by credit card using one of the 2 options below. Any amount is appreciated. Credit card payments do have a service charge associated with them, please no credit card donations under $10. Thank you.
In Memory of John Forbes
It is with great sadness that we report the death of John Forbes on Tuesday March 6th, 2012. John was a longstanding FBHI member who served as board member, boat trip coordinator, and volunteer. His enthusiasm for the Boston Harbor islands, in particular Lovells, and for Boston Light made him an outstanding ambassador for the Friends, the harbor, and its lighthouses. Burial was at sea by Boston Light.
Obituary: John W. Forbes, Jr., 82, of Holbrook passed away March 6, 2012 after a long illness.
Born in Brockton to John W. Forbes Sr. from Scotland and Catherine Watts of Easton, beloved husband of the late Helen G. Forbes, loving father of Regina Forbes Schraut and proud grandfather to Jenna Schraut, all of Holbrook. Loving step-father to Martha O'Meara of Bourne and George Dean III of Middleboro plus many grandchildren and great grandchildren. John leaves his brothers David Forbes and Richard Forbes of Brockton, sister Miriam Colburn and dear husband Dick Colburn of California, sister Donna Smith of Florida, plus many beloved nieces, nephews and cherished lifelong friends.
John worked at Knapp Shoe for 42 years. He founded the Color Slide Club of Brockton, member MNEC, Hon. BCSC, Hon. SSCC and other clubs. He held 4 stars in the PSA for his award winning photography. John was an avid history buff and Sergeant of Arms for the Old Colony Civil War Round Table. His true passion was lighthouses and the Boston Harbor islands where he was a devoted volunteer with the Friends of Boston Harbor Islands. John narrated boat trips, gave tours of the islands and escorted thousands of tourists up the steps to the top of Boston Light. He often recited his favorite poem, 'Sea Fever', in the lighthouse. It was John's initiative that made the Edward Rowe Snow Memorial Pavilion possible on George's Island. Lovell's was his favorite island where he enjoyed camping. John loved people and had a smile and a joke for everyone. He will be dearly missed.
August 2012 update: As of August the Friends had received a wonderful outpouring of support in the memory of John. $4545 was donated in his memory by his family and friends. Two benches have been contracted by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and are expected to be installed by mid-late September 2012. Because of the generous donations, close to $2000 of the memorial funds has been donated at the wish of the family to the Friends of the Boston Harbor Islands. The Friends will use the funds for our general operations, which include our Volunteer Program, Library Outreach Program and Boat Trips. The Friends fondly remember and thank John for his hard work over the years.
As soon as we have been notified that the benches have been installed we will notify the family.
A grateful thank you to the Family and Friends.
Obituary: John W. Forbes, Jr., 82, of Holbrook passed away March 6, 2012 after a long illness.
Born in Brockton to John W. Forbes Sr. from Scotland and Catherine Watts of Easton, beloved husband of the late Helen G. Forbes, loving father of Regina Forbes Schraut and proud grandfather to Jenna Schraut, all of Holbrook. Loving step-father to Martha O'Meara of Bourne and George Dean III of Middleboro plus many grandchildren and great grandchildren. John leaves his brothers David Forbes and Richard Forbes of Brockton, sister Miriam Colburn and dear husband Dick Colburn of California, sister Donna Smith of Florida, plus many beloved nieces, nephews and cherished lifelong friends.
John worked at Knapp Shoe for 42 years. He founded the Color Slide Club of Brockton, member MNEC, Hon. BCSC, Hon. SSCC and other clubs. He held 4 stars in the PSA for his award winning photography. John was an avid history buff and Sergeant of Arms for the Old Colony Civil War Round Table. His true passion was lighthouses and the Boston Harbor islands where he was a devoted volunteer with the Friends of Boston Harbor Islands. John narrated boat trips, gave tours of the islands and escorted thousands of tourists up the steps to the top of Boston Light. He often recited his favorite poem, 'Sea Fever', in the lighthouse. It was John's initiative that made the Edward Rowe Snow Memorial Pavilion possible on George's Island. Lovell's was his favorite island where he enjoyed camping. John loved people and had a smile and a joke for everyone. He will be dearly missed.
August 2012 update: As of August the Friends had received a wonderful outpouring of support in the memory of John. $4545 was donated in his memory by his family and friends. Two benches have been contracted by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and are expected to be installed by mid-late September 2012. Because of the generous donations, close to $2000 of the memorial funds has been donated at the wish of the family to the Friends of the Boston Harbor Islands. The Friends will use the funds for our general operations, which include our Volunteer Program, Library Outreach Program and Boat Trips. The Friends fondly remember and thank John for his hard work over the years.
As soon as we have been notified that the benches have been installed we will notify the family.
A grateful thank you to the Family and Friends.