Obituaries

Linda Thompson

Nov 19, 2023

 

Linda Ann Thompson was born in Tewksbury, MA on October 23, 1948 to the late Ann and Harry Thompson. Linda grew up in Columbia Point, where she established life long friends and got the nickname Stokey. She attended Girls High School in Roxbury. She retired in 2005 from the North End Nursing home after many years of service. Prior...

Roslyn Bingham

Nov 15, 2023

Roslyn Bingham, 90, passed away on November 15, 2023, surrounded by her family in Boston, MA.

Roslyn Bingham was born on October 11, 1933, in Hanover, Jamaica, to Alfred Jackson and Sarah Jackson. Roslyn married Hopeton Bingham. The couple had 6 children, Larette, Paulette, Doreth, Doreen, Geneve and Audley. She later bore Conrad, Dianne and Marcell.

Roslyn started...

Rosetta Fontes

Nov 13, 2023

"The Rose'' Rosetta R. Fontes 1946 ~ 2023 Rosetta R. Johnson Fontes, the beloved daughter of Elizabeth Johnson Dean and Edward L. Moran Sr, was born in Boston, Massachusetts, on May 20, 1946.

Rosetta was educated in the Boston Public School system, and then, from there, she graduated from the school of hard knocks.

Rosetta lived her life completely on...

Peter Walker

Nov 13, 2023

Peter Louis Walker was born in Selma Alabama on April 3, 1950. He was one of seven children born to Andrew and Ella Walker. Peter attended Brantley High School in Selma Alabama and in 1967 he moved to Boston MA. He had many jobs over the years. He was employed by Carroll Bus Company, Lord Jeffs Meat Market and Roxbury...

Ingrid Gaskin Lawrence

Nov 10, 2023

Estella Hall

Nov 8, 2023

Estella Simpson Hall, daughter of Alexander Simpson and Etelia Brown life story is a rich tapestry of devotion, skill, and joy that touched many hearts. As we remember her, we see a woman whose roots in Sherewood Content, Reserve District Trelawny, Jamaica, provided the foundation for a life of resilience and warmth. Born in the spring of 1924, Estella, affectionately...

Antonio Cabral

Nov 6, 2023

"I'm Going Home" "God said he would dwell in a cloud, but I've built a temple most splendid, a place for you to live in forever." 2 Chronicles 6:1-2 

On March 15, 1969, the world welcomed Antonio Cabral, lovingly and most known as "Tony." He was born in Roxbury's "Dioni Puntu" to parents Benjamin and Maria Cabral. Tony graduated from South...

Maurice Murphy

Nov 5, 2023

 

Maurice Deshann Murphy

November 10, 1978 – November 5, 2023

Maurice Deshann Murphy was born in Boston, Massachusetts on November 10, 1978, to Wanda Faye and Michael L. Murphy, twin brother of Naurice, and younger brothers of Angelo Murphy. He spent his entire life Boston and from a youth Maurice loved spending time with his family. His special...

Reginald De Paul Cummings

Nov 2, 2023

 

Reginald DePaul Cummings, affectionately known as "Reggie," 36, passed away on October 31, 2023, in Miami, Florida. From the moment Reggie entered this world on February 21, 1987, his mother knew that he was a force to be reckoned with.  A complicated delivery, which almost cost his mother her life; only strengthened their bond and proved that he was...

George Tinsley

Oct 29, 2023

Christopher Modes-Long, Jr.

Oct 17, 2023

Christopher Modes-Long, Jr. was born on February 11, 1995, in Brockton, MA, to Christopher Long and Lorelei Modes.

Christopher, fondly known as Chris loved to work with computers and with people; he was a great teacher and knew technology like the back of his hand.

Chris has always loved making new friends online. He became the light...

Mary Crawford

Oct 8, 2023

    Mary Elizabeth Crawford arrived in this life January 9, 1936 and departed to glory on Sunday, October 8, 2023 at the Phillips House at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA. She was one of twenty children born to the late Wilson and Vonnie Smith in Ludowisi, Georgia.

 

Upon moving to Jesup Georgia, Mary attended Jesup Public Schools...

Vakita Elaine Maxwell

Oct 6, 2023

In Loving Memory of Vakita Elaine "Bowita" Maxwell

On August 19, 1985, the world welcomed a queen, her name... Vakita Elaine Maxwell, fondly known by her family as "Bowita". Vakita illuminated the world with her warm heart, infectious laughter, and selfless spirit for nearly 38 years. Born in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts, to Vakita Kilgoe and Hyram Horne, she...

Paul Thomas, Sr.

Oct 4, 2023

Paul Thomas, a beloved father, veteran, and Mason, passed away on October 4, 2023. He was 81 years old.

Paul Thomas was born on July 13, 1942, to Frederick J. Thomas and Lillian Jones (deceased) in Manhattan, New York. His life was marked by unwavering determination, love for his family and companion Honore Bowman, and a deep commitment to...

Samuel M. Cardoso, Sr.

Oct 4, 2023

Psalms 23

KING JAMES VERSION

23 THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD; I SHALL NOT WANT.

2 HE MAKETH ME TO LIE DOWN IN GREEN PASTURES: HE LEADETH ME BESIDE THE STILL WATERS.

3 HE RESTORETH MY SOUL: HE LEADETH ME IN THE PATHS OF RIGHTEOUSNESS FOR HIS NAME'S SAKE.

4 YEA, THOUGH I WALK THROUGH THE VALLEY OF THE SHADOW...

Jen Smith

Sep 26, 2023

Jen Julie Smith, 50, passed away on September 26, 2023, in Boston, Massachusetts.

 

Jen Smith was born on July 26, 1973 in Trinidad & Tobago, to Charles Smith and Eva Smith.

 

Jen graduated from Rockland High School in 1991 and went on to earn a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and African-American Studies from Howard University and a...

Angela DePina

Sep 26, 2023

Everlena Roberson

Sep 23, 2023

Mother Asineth Hall

Sep 20, 2023

 

Asineth Hall, born Asineth Archer, and affectionately known as Tess, Mommy (pronounced "mummy"), and Sister or Mother Hall by many, was the 5th of 11 siblings. She was born in the village of Aboukir, in the parish of St Ann’s, Jamaica, on October 31,1936 to Joslyn and Advira K. Archer. Tess was a powerful woman of God with an amiable personality. In her...

Cassie Watson

Sep 17, 2023