O'Hear— Joan D. of West Roxbury, March 15, 2023.  Beloved wife of the late William A. O'Hear.  Loving mother of Joseph W. O'Hear, of North Attleboro, Thomas M. O'Hear and his wife Noreen, of Walpole, and Edward C. O'Hear and his wife Elizabeth, of Walpole. Loving Grandmother of Bill, Michael, Patty, Caitlin, Dan, and Jack.  Devoted sister of Madeline Flynn of West Roxbury.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Joan was a key punch operator for many years. She had a passion for cooking and baking and loved sharing her talents with family, friends, and the community. Joan's most cherished times were with her husband, children, grandchildren, and extended family.

Visiting hours will be held in the Robert J. Lawler and Crosby Funeral Home, 1803 Centre St. West Roxbury, on Monday, March 20, from 3:00 to 7:00pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 420 High St. Dedham, on Tuesday, March 21, at 10:00am. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joan's name to Catholic Memorial School, 325 Baker St. West Roxbury, MA 02132 https://www.catholicmemorial.org

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