Albert C Toland, Sr. Burlington, Massachusetts Obituary

Albert C Toland, Sr.

Albert C. Toland, Sr. passed away on February 1, at Care One in Lexington following a long illness. He was 85 years old. Al was born, raised and educated in Somerville. He was one of six children born to the late John and Rita Toland. Al was classic inner-city kid, who helped his family scrape out a living. He was tough, likeable, athletic, funny, passionate and street smart. He worked two jobs. During the day he did painting and wallpapering. His patience and steady hand made him very experienced at what he did, and he had a steady customer following. In the evenings he worked for John Hancock Insurance doing sales. Al was a proud member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 11, in Peabody. The AOH is one of the oldest Irish Catholic Fraternal Organizations. Al was very involved in the club and made many friendships throughout the years. He was also an avid Boston sports fan. Al was the father of Deborah Coleman & her husband James of Dracut, Albert Jr. & his wife Dolores of Bradenton, FL, Christine of Nashua, NH and her partner Dale, Beverly Hanafin & her husband John of Burlington, Thomas & his wife Ann of Woburn, Nancy Aiello & her husband Michael of Billerica and William & his wife Mary of Burlington. Grandfather of Jenna Oppenlaender, Kyle, Kaila, Alyssa and Evan Camilleri, Michelle Herrick, Jillian Toland, Andrew Robertson, Cameron & Adam Aiello, Matthew, Josie, Reese & Lance Toland. Great grandfather of Alex, Jack & Emma. Brother of Dorothy Shaw of FL, Lorraine Minchello of Medford, Bernadette Gerald of FL, Daniel of Hull and the late John. Visiting hours will be held at the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home, 43 Winn St., BURLINGTON (Exit 34 off Rt.128/95 Woburn side) on Sunday, Feb. 21 from Noon – 2pm. Burial to follow in Pine Haven Cemetery, Burlington. In lieu of flowers memorials in Al’s name may be made to Care Dimensions Hospice, 75 Sylvan St., Danvers, MA 01923.
December 30, 1935 - February 1, 202112/30/193502/01/2021
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richard L turni
February 19, 2021
Fran and I send our prayers as well as condolences to all the Toland family at this time of Al 's passing. We will miss Al for sure and may he rest in peace.
Richard and Fran Turni
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Lois and James Shramek
February 19, 2021
So sorry for your loss to the whole family.
Lois and James Shramek
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Daniel Johnson
February 15, 2021
Our deepest condolences to Al's family, AL was a great friend of our family for many years in Somerville. He will be missed .
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Chuck Carroll
February 11, 2021
My condolences to the Toland family. Al was a great guy. Always enjoyed when Al visited his Aunt Grace on Lexington Street. Great memories. Rest In Peace.
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Chris and Cheryl Turton
February 9, 2021
Our condolences to the Toland family. Al will be missed by many, and the great memories of time spent with him will never fade away.

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Debbie Plummer Terzakis
February 9, 2021
To The Toland Family,

We are very sorry for your loss. Al was a great friend.

Love,
The Plummer Family
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Bob & Paula McMahon
February 8, 2021
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Gerry and Denise Mills
February 6, 2021
To the Toland Family,
We are so sorry to learn of the loss of your father. Although time will help lesson your sadness, those wonderful memories will always be there to bring a smile to your face and comfort when you need strength to carry on. May these moments you refl...
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Michael & Lisa Runyan
February 6, 2021
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The White Family
February 6, 2021
Thinking of you during this difficult time. Steven, Karen, Shane & Ryan XO
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