M. Louise Rawson

M. Louise (Killgoar) Rawson, 87, died at West Acres Nursing Home in Brockton on Sunday, March 26 after a period of failing health. She was the wife of the late Francis J. Rawson. Born and educated in Boston, Mrs. Rawson was a resident of Stoughton since 1954. She was a housewife at home with her family. She also volunteered at the Council on Aging in Stoughton.

Mrs. Rawson is survived by her daughters, Paula L. Smith of Stoughton and Kathleen F. Emanation of Sandwich, her grandchildren, Kevin F. Smith, Meredith Morse and Kristen Emanation and her brother, Paul C. Killgoar of Stoughton. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her grandson, Richard J. Smith, Jr., her brother, John R. "Randy" Killgoar and her son-in-law, Richard J. Smith.

Funeral Mass will be held from the Immaculate Conception Church, 122 Canton St., Stoughton on Wednesday, March 29 at 10:15 AM. Visiting Hours omitted. Interment will take place at Knollwood Memorial Park in Canton. Donations in Louise's name may be made to the Richard Smith, Jr. Scholarship Fund, c/o Stoughton High School, 232 Pearl St., Stoughton, 02072.