Obituaries

Feb 5, 2025

Dec 30, 2024

Joan Ethel Hawksworth, 86, formerly of Quincy, passed away on December 30th, 2024, in Rockland, Massachusetts.

Joan was born on June 19, 1938, in Somerville. She graduated from Medford High School in 1957. She was a data entry operator for the US Coast Guard. Joan was an active member of St. James Episcopalian Church of Cambridge and St. Chrysostom's Episcopal Church...

Feb 9, 2025

Alice 'Aliza' De Pina Veiga, of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the Pawtucket Falls Healthcare Center on February 9, 2025.

Alice was born on January 25, 1930, in Laranjeira, Sao Lourenco, on the island of Fogo, Cabo Verde. She was the first-born child of Joaquina Dias and Benjamin De Pina.

 Transition from Young Bride to...

Feb 11, 2025

We are saddened to inform you that Danielle Legros Georges passed away peacefully on February 11 at her home in Dorchester Massachusetts. Her partner Tom Laughlin and her brothers Gerard, Bernard, and Stephan were with her.

 Danielle, a poet, translator, editor, author, and academic, was born on February 14, 1964, in Gonaïves, Haiti, to parents Rodney Georges, an engineer, and Edmonde...

Feb 9, 2025

Feb 6, 2025

Bernice Cleotta (Drakes) King was born on the island of Barbados on April 7, 1934. The fourth of five children to the late James Walter & Ellen Drakes.

Upon the age of 12 years old, she became an excellent cook and baker! By the age of 14, she learned to sew (dressmaking/tailoring). She was always happy as well as the life...

Feb 4, 2025

Some people leave a mark so deep that time can never erase it. Lionel "Ti Nel" Blaise was one of those rare souls. His generosity, kindness, and love touched everyone who knew him. He helped all he knew, never hesitating to lend a hand, offer advice, or brighten someone's day with his warmth and wisdom.

Born on April 19, 1955, in...

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Jan 22, 2025

In loving Memory of Edna Webb Bailey, Mom, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and Great-Great Grandmother

October 29, 1932 - January 22, 2025

With great sadness and deep love, we announce the passing of our mother Edna Bailey on January 22, 2025. She was 92 years young. She was a woman of strength and determination who touched the lives of all she knew.

Born in Enfield,...

Jan 21, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kareem Elijah DaVeiga Booth, who was born on November 5, 2004, and was tragically taken from us on January 21, 2025, at the age of 20. Kareem was a beacon of love and kindness, a young man whose pure soul and selfless nature touched everyone he met.

Kareem graduated from...

Jan 20, 2025

Karen Clinkscale was born on January 4, 1960, in Boston, Massachusetts, to Albert Chisholm and Florence Cardoza. She was one of six siblings and lived a life full of love, compassion, and dedication to others.

Karen dedicated her career to caring for those in need. Karen began her career as a Certified Nurse Assistant, tending to critically ill patients in Massachusetts...

Jan 18, 2025

English Version: With heavy hearts, we celebrate the life of Taylor Jessica Wilkinson, a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, and friend. Taylor, who was born on May 26, 2004, in Boston to Carmen M. Wilkinson and Trevor M. Wilkinson, was a beautiful soul whose kindness, compassion, and spirit will forever be remembered.

Taylor leaves behind her father, Trevor M. Wilkinson, mother, Carmen...

Jan 18, 2025

Carlos Morales, affectionately known to friends and family as "C-Lo," Carlos Morales was born on [9-9-1965] in Bayamón, Puerto Rico. C-Lo, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on [1-18-2025] in Boston, Massachusetts.

C-Lo grew up in the Jamaica Plain neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts, where he built a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. He had a...

Jan 15, 2025

Ralph William Hewlett born in Philadelphia, PA on December 21, 1969 passed away unexpectedly on January 15, 2025. Ralph was the beloved son of the late Vernon Bennett Sr. and Henrietta Clark Hewlett. 

Ralph was predeceased in death by his (brother) Vernon Bennett, Jr. He is survived by his (mom) Henrietta Clark Hewlett, (son) Malcolm Hewlett, (former wife) Elise Hewlett, (uncle)...

Jan 15, 2025

Maureen Orita Small (Adams), affectionately known as “Rita” was born on May 30, 1939 in Jackson, Saint Michael, Barbados and peacefully transitioned to her eternal resting place on January 15, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. Maureen was the second oldest of four children and the only girl born to the late Ilene Germaine Small and Clyde Wilkinson. Maureen immigrated to the...

Jan 13, 2025

Richard Albert Jr. was born on January 26, 1942, in Boston, MA to the late Richard A. and Rosalie Thomas.

Richard Attended Boston School of Trade and began his career as a self-employed plumber after graduation. While attending trade school, he met Jacquelyn (LeMon) Thomas, who attended High School nearby in 1959. They were married on February 5, 1960. To that...

Jan 10, 2025

In Loving Memory of my brother, Eric Raymond Grant

 Eric Raymond Grant, born September 19, 1988, in Boston, MA, came into this world as a bright spark and never stopped shining. He was the firstborn to Innell “Delfina” Grant and Eric Tyrone Maiden and the beloved stepson of Avery Ortiz Poole Sr. As the eldest of his siblings—Daniel Grant, Avery Grant...

Jan 6, 2025

Anthony Jerard Chambers departed this life quietly on January 6, 2025. His death comes as a shock to all. Anthony was born on July 1,1997, in Boston, MA. He was the loving son of Dorreth Chambers and Linval Chambers. Anthony was an adorable baby boy who grew up to be a handsome, strong, and hard-working man.

As a child, Anthony loved...