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Dorchester, MA Obituaries
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Domingas Cabral
Apr 8, 2024
Domingas “Madiminga” Cabral was born on March 20, 1938, in Mira Mira, Cabo Verde, to Martina and Mano. She was the sister to the late Benjamin "Djami" Cabral. Domingas was a woman of love, joy, and resilience. Her resilience got her through any obstacles she faced and is the foundation of the legacy she instilled.
Madiminga's journey to the United States...
Louis E. Horton
Mar 25, 2024
Louis Edward Horton was born on October 25, 1941 in Edenton, North Carolina to the late William and Hattie Horton. He entered his eternal rest on March 25, 2024 at which time he joined his grandparents, parents, siblings and loved ones who preceded him in death.
As a young adult growing up in North Carolina, Louis loved playing sports. He was a star athlete in high school where...
Reginald "Reggie" Rodgers
Mar 23, 2024
Reginald D. Rodgers, age 55, of Boston, Mass. passed away on March 23, 2024.
Reginald was born in Boston on January 5th, 1969, to Frankie and Juanita Rodgers. Reggie graduated from Dorchester High. After this, he worked several jobs before going to work for the Parks and Recreation Department at the City of Boston.
Reggie grew up with a love for basketball....
Norma Eleanor Brown
Mar 23, 2024
If you plan to attend, please note the following request from the family:
"Most of you know that our mom adored purple and parrot green... and those regal church hats were her signature. We're encouraging everyone to wear a hat OR one of her favorite colors to her home-going celebration as a tribute to her, if at all possible."
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Madge Dawn Hanson
Mar 19, 2024
Madge was born in Hibernia, Manchester, Jamaica the eighth of fifteen siblings from the union of Beatrice and Ezekiel Letts. Madge gave birth to one son, Wayne, one daughter, Karen, and also adopted two other children (Norval and Donna). She stepped into the mother role for many different individuals given her nurturing personality. Growing up, Madge had the responsibility of taking...
Pearline (Stallings) Johnson
Mar 15, 2024
Our Beloved Mother Pearline (Edmond) Stallings-Johnson passed away peacefully on Friday, March 15th, 2024 at the age of 88.
Pearline was born in Starkville, Mississippi on January 20th, 1936, to Mary Sharp and Calvin Edmond. Pearline was educated through the Starkville public school system and was raised by her father and Stepmother, Calvin and Lucy Edmond. It was also in Starkville,...
Oluranti Onike McClaine
Mar 12, 2024
With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Oluranti McClaine on March 12th, 2024, at the age of 49. Surrounded by the warmth of her family, Oluranti left us, leaving a legacy of resilience, kindness, and faith. Born in Boston on March 5th, 1975, she was a beacon of light to all who crossed her path. Oluranti's academic achievements were notable,...
Maxine E. Neil
Mar 6, 2024
Maxine was a praying woman who loved God, her children and travelling. She lived out the acronym WWJD. It’s seen in her mentorship and volunteering with Rosie’s place. She was an active member of the Berea S.D.A. Church and served in various positions such as sabbath school, vacation bible school and elder. Maxine showed her compassion for people while working...
Ned Cecil Pena
Mar 3, 2024
Ned Cecil Pena, born November 22nd 1936 to Emile Bonaface and Oma Pena, lived a rich and meaningful life, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and joy. His journey from Trinidad to Buffalo and finally to Boston was filled with adventure, hard work, and the pursuit of family and happiness.Ned was a fitter and turner at Polymore in Trinidad...
Shaneika "Rhiya Luna" Martin
Mar 2, 2024
Shaneika Martin, 33, passed away on March 2, 2024, in Boston MA. She was born on November 27, 1990 in Jeffrey Town, St. Mary, Jamaica W.I.
Shaneika Martin worked at Match Charter Public High School as dean of discipline until she passed. Before then, she worked at The Home for Little Wanderers. She is also a recording artist who went by...
Carl King
Feb 27, 2024
Carl George King was born February 7, 1956, 68 years of age, to Andrew Shield and Osie King. He was affectionately known as "Carl George". Carl resided in Quincy, MA for many years. He transitioned to his final rest on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. Carl George was the beloved brother of Flora Cardwell, of Henrico, VA, brother-in-law, of Dr. Owen...
Selwyn Adams
Feb 27, 2024
Mr. Selwyn Adams, a vibrant soul who graced this world with his presence for 76 years, embarked on his final journey on February 27, 2024. Born on April 30th, 1947, on the enchanting island of Trinidad and Tobago, Selwyn McLean Adams brought a spark of life into the world as the 8th child of Benjamin Adams and Irene Reese Adams.
From...
Dorothy Williams
Feb 27, 2024
Dorothy Rae Williams, known to many as Dot or Dottie, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at the age of 92. She was a beloved resident of Quincy, MA, but was originally from Elba, Alabama, born on December 19, 1931, to Rayfield and Jessie Mae Reynolds.
Dorothy was a devoted mother to Consuelo Staton, Sherry and Ray Williams, Jeffrey C....
Janice Gates
Feb 26, 2024
Janice Elaine Gates, born on March 1st, 1949, in Boston MA, was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 26th, 2024. She was the daughter of the late John and Evelyn Gates and had two siblings, Larry and Skeeter Gates.Janice's educational journey began in the Boston Public Schools, culminating in her graduation from Dorchester High School in...
Aldina Monteiro
Feb 25, 2024
Aldina Mendes Monteiro, better known as "Nha Mama de Fogo", was born on December 20, 1925 on the island of Fogo, Cabo Verde. She immigrated to the United States in 1979 with her late husband Manuel Rufino Monteiro in pursuit of their entrepreneurial goals. She spent her adult life residing primarily in Achada Santo António, Praia, Cabo Verde, and Boston,...
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