Obituaries

Dorchester, MA Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Dorchester, Suffolk County & Surrounding Areas

Gregory Andre Joshua Nkomo Grant

Gregory Andre Joshua Nkomo Grant

Oct 18, 2025

In Loving Memory of Gregory Grant

There are some souls who bring light wherever they go — Gregory Grant was one of them. His presence was a place of comfort, his laughter contagious, and his love for his family and community unwavering. Though his passing was sudden, his spirit continues to inspire us to give, to love, and to serve others...

Carrie Lee Salley

Carrie Lee Salley

Oct 11, 2025

Carrie Lee Salley was born on March 8, 1939 to the late John and Bernice Salley in Blackville, South Carolina. She was called home to her final resting place on Saturday, October 11, 2025.

Carrie attended Macedonia School in Blackville. After her education, she made her way to Boston in 1960 and made it her home.

She worked at Sears...

Bishop Earl F. McDowell

Bishop Earl F. McDowell

Oct 10, 2025

Bishop Earl McDowell, a chosen and faithful servant of God, entered into eternal rest on October 10, 2025 at the age of 71. His life began in Boston, MA on November 22, 1953. He was educated in the Boston Public School System and afterward his path led him to answer the Lord's call to ministry at the tender age of...

Mary Alice Curry

Mary Alice Curry

Sep 22, 2025

In Lieu of Flowers:

Many of you have asked how you can help our family during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers and plants, we kindly ask that donations be made to The Dimock Center – Women’s Renewal-CSS (Clinical Stabilization Services) in memory of Mary Alice Curry. Your gift will honor her legacy while supporting women on their journey of...

Richelle Stockdale

Richelle Stockdale

Sep 21, 2025

With profound sorrow and deep love, we remember Richelle Bernice Stockdale, a cherished daughter, sister, aunt, and friend whose life was a quiet yet powerful testament to grace, and resilience. Born to Richard and Mary Stockdale on July 12, 1961, Richelle entered the world with special needs, but she never let that define her. Instead, she became a beacon of...

Jack Camp

Jack Camp

Sep 19, 2025

Jack Camp was born on June 6,1953 in Boston Massachusetts. He was the beloved son of Jack Camp, Sr. and Mary Camp Watkins. Jack departed his life on Saturday, September 20, 2025

Jack was third born child of five children. Jack attend boarding school. After graduation he worked as an employee at the "Good Will Store" for many years.

Jack enjoyed music;...

Samuel George Dawkins

Samuel George Dawkins

Sep 19, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Samuel George Dawkins, who departed this life on September 19, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts. A devoted Christian, loving father, cherished grandfather, and treasured great-grandfather, Samuel touched countless lives with his unwavering faith, gentle spirit, and enduring strength.

Born on May 1, 1944, in Smithville, Clarendon, Jamaica, he was the beloved...

Theodore Bernard Grant

Theodore Bernard Grant

Sep 19, 2025

Theodore Bernard "Teddy" Grant was born in Harlem, New York on December 16, 1951, to Juanita Grant-Harris and Theodore Grant. He spent his formative years attending schools in the Bronx, NY. At the young age of 19, Teddy made the significant decision to join the United States Air Force. During his service, he achieved the rank of Airman 1st Class...

Jeffrey Mark Rogers

Jeffrey Mark Rogers

Sep 7, 2025

Jeffrey Mark Rogers, 43, of Dorchester, Massachusetts, passed away unexpectedly on September 7, 2025. A beloved father, son, brother and friend.

Born on November 4, 1981, in Dorchester, Massachusetts, Jeff's precocious nature quickly earned him the nickname "The Professor" as a child. A voracious reading habit and penchant for obscure facts only reinforced the moniker, which he embraced through adulthood. He...

Rev. Dr. Denise Ann  (White) Myers

Rev. Dr. Denise Ann (White) Myers

Sep 4, 2025

Rev. Dr. Denise Myers passed away on September 4, 2025 in Boston, MA. Denise was born on December 13, 1952 in Newark, NJ to David White and Virginia (Brown) White. She graduated from Colonia High School in 1971 and went on to earn a Bachelor's from Northeastern University in 1976. She began her career as a full-time teacher in Boston...

John Semper

John Semper

Aug 25, 2025

John R. Semper "Semp," born on June 21, 1946, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, to Carol Hendley (Skinner) and James Semper, passed away unexpectedly on August 25, 2025, at the age of 79.

John leaves behind his beloved wife of 58 years, Linda Semper (Bolden) of Brockton, and a large, loving family. He is survived by his children Lisa (Eric), Jolie' (Douglas), Troy...

David Amos Morson

David Amos Morson

Aug 17, 2025

David Amos Morson, the beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, at the age of 75. Born in Port of Spain, Trinidad, on March 31, 1950, David was the youngest child of John and Carmen Morson.

In 1967, David migrated to the United States and settled in Boston, Massachusetts. A few years later,...

Linda Garcia Wilkinson

Linda Garcia Wilkinson

Aug 13, 2025

Linda Garcia Wilkinson was born on June 1, 1953 – the firstborn child to Gilbert and Marlene Garcia – in the Bronx, New York. She grew up and attended school here, and by age 20 she served in the United States Army and met and married her husband of 52 years Tyrone Wilkinson.

Linda was devoted mother to their four children,...

Jo Anne "Saada" Washington

Jo Anne "Saada" Washington

Aug 12, 2025

Jo Anne Washington was born in Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina on March 4,1945. She was preceded by her parents, Walter Edgar Long, Sr., Mattie Amina Long of Winston-Salem, North Carolina and her natural father, Joseph Edward Lewis of Pensacola, Florida. Jo Anne peacefully departed this life on August 12, 2025.

Jo Anne was the eldest of seven children. Her siblings...