What's all this then?
Why The Site?
This web site is dedicated to and for a group of friends that call themselves “The Wahey Boys”. There is nothing special or unique about these guys unless you consider the longevity of their friendship. Some have been friends for over 40 years and most for at least 20 years. This connection to each other, like all friendships, is continually tested by time and circumstance, yet still manages to persevere. They hope this site will provide another avenue to stay connected, and for others, who may have once been a part of their group, to reconnect.
Of course, anyone is welcome to page through the site. It isn’t all about “The Boys”. Because much of their lives started and centered around Weymouth, Massachusetts from 1960 to present day, you will find some interesting facts about the town at that time also. As you read some of the articles and stories, you may discover some familiarity with their likes and dislikes. It is not their intention to offend anyone, but if they do, too bad, they’re like that sometimes.
You may also be an unknowing participant of these stories because they’re all true. You may have gone to the same concert or sporting event or maybe you graduated with them or worked with them. They all have nicknames and if not, they’re given one. There is no particular secret to their identities. If you were ever a part of their lives, then you will know them. The nicknames are simply how they know each other.
Anyone is welcome to share their stories and give their opinion, so long as it is somewhat clean and not mean spirited. The Wahey Boys will decide that.
The Originals
The Wahey Boys name originated from the “Asleep At The Wheel” song “Shout Wa Hey”. Asleep At The Wheel has been a long time favorite of the gang and the song was often sung by them during all night “Rez” parties while Caveman played his ukulele. At some point in time it is believed that Cowboy Dave, an original, began calling the ragtag band “The Wahey Boys”. The initial formation of the gang however, has it’s origins much earlier in the old Athens Schoolhouse around 1964 when Cowboy Dave, The Big D, Har, Sewer, Mule, Mack and Pudge formed a bond that at first revolved around sports, especially basketball. Because most of the boys lived around the Wessagusset Village section of North Weymouth they often found themselves down at O'Sullivan Park and as new friendships formed and the gang got older this park would become their central meeting point.
Although basketball would remain the groups’ core activity for many years, they also share a passion for other sports, as well as all types of music. Of course as their name suggests, they share a particular affinity to old style country artists such as Hank Williams, Bob Wills, Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard, among others.
During the early 70’s the gang expanded from the original members through new friendships formed at Bicknell Junior High School. Pablo, Coon and Acka came from the Elden H. Johnson School and Rocket, Bender and Dave Delinquent came by way of the John F. McCulloch and St. Jerome's Schools. While attending Weymouth North High School, basketball became a focal point for them and created some rivalries with other groups around town most notably an East Weymouth crew centering their activities around the Immaculate Conception Church area. During Summer League games, the East Weymouth team and The Wahey Boy entry, Desolation Row, were often vying for the championship. After high school, as The Wahey Boys world expanded their family also grew by way of friends met in college and through work. Cappa, Killer, B-O, Zig and Double M all joined the fold.
As this site grows they will share stories about The Annual Cookouts, The Beach House, The Fort, music concerts and parties. As the years go by, their age group has seen the end of Vietnam and the end the "Draft". The drinking age was lowered to eighteen when they became eighteen and then raised again when they became twenty-one. They're a lucky bunch and they take nothing for granted. "The Boys" didn't miss out on much. Their hope is that everyone gets something out out it.
Historical Information
The historical information on this web site is compiled by The Wahey Boys and based on their own experiences and recollections of life growing up in Weymouth, Massachusetts from the late 1950's to present day. Information was also gathered from periodicals and newspapers, particularly The Weymouth News, Patriot Ledger, Boston Globe and Boston Herald and their previous versions on micro-fiche. We would also like to thank The Weymouth Historical Society, Tufts Library in Weymouth and Crane Library in Quincy, Mass for keeping this information and other town records.
Wahey Golf
The boys get together every year for a weekend golf tournament, usually up in New Hampshire. They discuss current events, business strategy for the upcoming year and some other recreational activities. 
