Michael F.

Nugent

Mike passed away on Thursday September 9th after a series of illnesses.  He was 72 years of age.

Born and raised in Chelsea he was a beloved son of the late Francis Wm. "Fran" and Jane R. (Jones) Nugent.

Mike attended local schools and was graduated from Chelsea High School with the Class of '66.  A year later he enlisted into the US Navy and served during the Vietnam Era aboard the USS Halfbeak Submarine.  Together with his crewmates he was awarded as one of a few submariners to cross the Artic Circle. He was discharged in 1971 and returned to Chelsea.

That same year he married his beloved Joanne and has the shared the past 50 years with love and devotion raising their family in Chelsea.

He received his Assoc. Degree in business management from Fisher Jr. College.  He worked as a Maintenance Engineer throughout his career with various companies, Winn Companies, Charlestown, Chelsea Housing and Lombardo's, East Boston.  And for the past 5 years Mike was a Bridge Operator at the Chelsea St. Bridge.

In his lifetime he enjoyed time with family especially his grandchildren.  He was an all-around Boston sports fan.  He enjoyed traveling with his wife to Hawaii, the American Southwest, Nova Scotia, New Zealand, and his most loved Ireland.  He attended many of the USS Halfbeak reunions held across the country.  And would often regale his family about his experiences.  Mike was a longtime member of the Cary Square Assoc.

In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by his brother Francis Wm. "Barney" Nugent, Jr.

He is lovingly survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Joanne M. Evans.  He was the devoted father of; Jody Nugent and her husband Frank Medbery of Chelsea, David Nugent of East Boston, Michael Nugent and his wife Lyn of Christ Church New Zealand.  Cherished grandfather "Pop" of Mason Medbery, Max Medbery and Harper Nugent.  Dear brother and brother-in-law of Jane Roblee-Smith and her husband Rod of Wakefield, and Denise Nugent of Peabody.  He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

ARRANGEMENTS:  Relatives and friends are most kindly invited to visit with Mike's family on Thursday morning September 16th from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. at the Welsh Funeral Home, 718 Broadway, Chelsea.  A life celebration of his life and remembrance service will immediately follow the visitation at 1:00 P.M.  Services will conclude at the Funeral Home.

DONATIONS:  Should friends desire, contributions in Michael's name may be made to a charity of their choice.

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