Dockray & Thomas Funeral Home, Canton, MA 02021
Eileen E. Russell
4/22/2022

Eileen E. Russell (Perry) of Canton passed away April 22nd after a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by her loving family. Born in White Plains, NY, she was raised in Randolph and graduated in 1949 from Stetson High (Randolph). Before starting her family she worked as a Secretary for John Hancock Insurance in Boston. She continued her secretarial career later in life at Dunkin Donuts Corporate Headquarters. Eileen was a dedicated and devoted mother and wife. Her love of family and friends was at the core of her existence. She was sharp witted and honest. She was an avid baker and a wonderful cook. She was a member of the 20/40 Club in Stoughton and contributed to many church fairs. After retiring she worked at the Canton Town Hall and enjoyed working for the Canton Town Clerk at the polls during elections. In addition to spending time with family and friends Eileen loved to travel especially on cruises. Eileen and her husband spent summers and weekends at their cottage in Dennisport. Eileen will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Beloved wife of Richard T. Mother of Susan Cogliano and her husband Eddie of Canton, Cynthia Flanders and her husband Ed Shorey of Bourne, and Sharon LeBlanc and her husband Michael of Sharon. Also survived by 4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren, Richard and wife Julie Cogliano and their children Hailey and Ryan, Andrew and wife Courtney Cogliano and their children Logan and Lilly, and Maxwell and Olivia LeBlanc. She was predeceased by granddaughters Jennifer and Emily Flanders. Visiting hours at the Dockray & Thomas Funeral Home 455 Washington St. Canton Tuesday from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Funeral service at the Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue Hill River Rd Canton Wednesday morning at 11:00. Burial Knollwood Memorial Park, Canton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation 220 N Main St # 104, Natick, MA 01760
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Dockray & Thomas Funeral Home
455 Washington St.
Canton, MA USA 02021
781-828-0811