THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – Friday, February 14, 2020 Page 23 OBITUARIES James Edward Rafferty 86, of Peabody, passed peacefully January 31, 2020. James aka “Jim” was born on February 13, 1933 in Webster to the late Thomas and Anna (Koziak) Raff erty. Jim was a graduate of Providence College and continued education at both Northeastern University and Harvard University. Jim shortly served in the United States Army. He started his career in education at the young age of 19 as an English teacher at Everett High School, where he worked for 30-plus years. Jim was also a business owner, he owned a nightclub in Boston called The Haymarket, and after he retired from teaching to Ft. Lauderdale Fl, he opened up another club called the 825 and a hotel/apartment complex called The Robindale. Jim is preceded in death by his parents and sister as well as his partner Joseph McCallion. He is survived by his loving family, Shawn Gallien, his god son Anthony Gallien, Nikki LeRay and Rocco Gallien. As well as many cousins, great-nieces and great-nephews. 379 Broadway 617-381-9090 Wedding ~ Sympathy Tributes Plants ~ Dish Gardens Customized Design Work GIFT BASKETS Fruit Baskets
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