Obituaries

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...

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,...

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,...

Mar 9, 2024

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...

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...

Feb 28, 2024

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...

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...

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....

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...

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,...

Feb 17, 2024

Feb 16, 2024

Our Sister / Auntie / Friend...

Rose Mary Daniel born on October 1st 1952 and called home to her final resting place on February 16th 2024.

Rose lived her life to the fullest without holding back and without regret. She enjoyed being surrounded by people. Rose had a good heart and would do anything for the ones she loved, especially her mother....

Feb 14, 2024

 JAMMONT T. JOHNSON “Jay”

Jammont Terrell Drayton-Johnson was born on July 31, 1967, and departed this life on February 14, 2024. He is the son of Phyllis Johnson and the late Eugene Drayton. He was born and raised in Boston, MA, and Baptized at Holy Tabernacle Church of Boston.

Jammont was a hard worker in the retail industry. He was also a loving,...

Feb 14, 2024

Charles McCarter passed away peacefully on February 14, 2024. He was born on July 25, 1951, to the Late Mary and Charles McCarter. 

 

Charles was affectionately called “Buzzy” by his family and friends. He found joy in his family and his cooking, both professionally and personally, and will be remembered for his delicious food at parties. He will also be remembered...

Feb 14, 2024