September 3, 2010
Hibbard. John W.
John W. Hibbard, a longtime resident of Dedham, died on Sept. 1 with his family by his side. He was 92. Born in Dedham, he was the son of the late Albert D. and Clara F. (Nudd). A graduate of Dedham High School and Bates College in Maine. Mr. Hibbard was a World War II veteran serving in the United States Army. He was employed as a claims adjuster for property and accidental insurance, working at Norfolk & Dedham Insurance Company. He was the former president of the Roxbury Highland Cooperative Bank, an active member of the Allin Congregational Church and served on the Conservation Committee of Dedham and was a Mason with the Constellation Lodge AF & AM of Dedham (now Celestial Lodge of Westwood). Gardening was one of his passions and he always liked to tend the garden at the Endicott Estate every year. He enjoyed spending the winter season on the family farm in Vermont. His greatest joy was his family. Married to the late Ruth H. (Buchanan) for 66 years, together they raised their 5 children, Sally Mols of Nevada, Betsy Dyke of ME, Nancy Stuart and Peter Hibbard of Dedham and Susan Campbell of Auburn. He is also survived by his 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 25th at 11:00AM at the Allin Congregational Church (address below). Donations in Mr. Hibbard’s memory may be sent to the Allin Congregational Church Memorial Fund, 683 High St., Dedham, MA 02026.
Comments(7)
To the Hibbard family:
My condolences on your loss. Although I did not know John, I knew two of his children and am sure that they will miss their father.
David Bryant (classmate of Sally at DHS)
My condolences to all of John’s family. I worked with John from 1964 until his retirement.For many years we would walk together during our lunch period around the local streets in Dedham and he would point out points of interest in the community.He loved his family dearly and was a valued employee of the Norfolk&Dedham Group for many years. Although I had not seen John for some years we always exchanged Christmas cards.John was very proud of all his children and grandchildren and took great pleasure in there accomplishments.
Most Sincerely,
James L. DiPucchio
To the Hibbard Family:
Please accept my deepest sympathy. Your Dad was truly a fine gentleman whom all of us neighbors will miss greatly. I knew both of your parents from the age of 12. During WW2, when he was in the service and your mother had moved in with your grandparents on Durant Avenue, I babysat Sally. I had many lengthy conversations with yout father about what was going on in government
–federal, state and particularly local. I miss his walking down Durant Avenue and stopping to talk, but I am glad that he is now at peace and with your Mom whom he missed so much.
To Sally and the Hibbard Family:
Your Dad will be missed by all who knew him, especially those old and dear friends at Allin. Your folks were most kind to my Mother in her later years, Sally, and I will never forget their consideration. Now they are together again and can continue their long journey at leisure.
To Nancy and the Hibbard family. I didn’t have the pleasure of knowing your parents, but my friendship with you reveals what loving and admirable people they were. What a tribute to their commitment to each other and their family, and what treasured memories for you to keep! With my deepest sympathy, Rose
Please accept my sincerest condolences for the loss of your Dad. I will always remember all of the time I spent with your Mom and Dad while visiting with Sue “back in the day”. Good times and such nice parents…
May he rest in peace and always be in your best memories.
Karen (Brady) Johnson
To the Hibbard Family,
We were so saddened to hear of your loss. We wish you peace as you remember and cherish the good times and memories you shared, celebrate John’s life and legacy, and know that you are in many thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
With deepest condolences from everyone at the Norfolk & Dedham Group.