William F. “ Bill” Boston, Jr. 60, of Franklin, died Saturday February 24, 2018 at the UMASS Memorial Medical Center in Worcester, following an illness. He was the beloved husband of Corina P. (Perrier) Boston, with whom he shared 38 years of marriage.
Born in Portsmouth, Virginia on October 4, 1957 a son of the late William F. Boston, Sr. and Barbara (Dupuis) Boston, he was a former resident of Holliston, before moving to Franklin 36 years ago.
He was raised and educated in Maine and Holliston and was the owner of A&I Radiator in North Attleboro, MA.
Bill was a proud American and served in the United States Marine Corps. He was honorably discharged in May 1978.
He treasured spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Bill enjoyed martial arts, and was a black belt in judo. He was a member of the San Machi Judo Club in Foxboro.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Charles M. Boston and his wife Jennifer of Mansfield and Melissa E. Dowling of Franklin, 2 brothers, Michael and David Boston both of Maine and a sister, Cynthia Boston of Rhode Island.
Also surviving are his grandchildren, Sean P. Dowling, Veronica B. Boston and Archer W. Boston.
Bill’s services will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital PO Box 1000 Dept. 142 Memphis, TN 38101-9908.
Arrangements are under the care of the Charles F. Oteri and Son Franklin Funeral Home 33 Cottage St. Franklin.
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