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Dorchester, MA Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Dorchester, Suffolk County & Surrounding Areas
Lashana Marie "Shana" Long
Jul 11, 2026
With profound love and deep sorrow, we mourn the passing of Lashana Marie "Shana" Long, who departed this life on July 11, 2026.
Shana was born on June 11, 1973, in Boston, Massachusetts, the youngest of Inez "Kelly" Long and Robert "Bobby" Long's three children. She grew up in Dorchester, and from her earliest years, she lit up every room she...
Antonio Baptista
Jul 8, 2026
Antonio "Totoi" "Tony" Baptista, age 90, of Boston, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2026.
Antonio was born on April 27, 1936, on the island of Brava, Cabo Verde, to the late Ana Baptista Tavares. In 1963, he immigrated to the United States where he built a life centered on family, hard work, and community.
On July 12, 1969, Antonio married,...
Martha Hercelia Austrie
Jul 5, 2026
Martha Hercelia Toussaint Austrie of Stoughton, MA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 5th 2026 at the age of 69. She was born on October 1st 1956 to Huxley Toussaint and Octavia Jean in Roseau, Dominica.
After graduating from Convent High School in Dominica, she worked at Ministry of Establishment, then worked in the Post Office. She then married Mordecai Austrie...
Rose Marie Nicholas
Jul 5, 2026
Rose Marie (Tate) Nicholas, was the heart of the family and brought joy and laughter into the room. She was known for her cooking and hosting family gatherings. She passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, in Boston, MA, at the age of 77 years old. Rose Marie was born on November 4, 1948, in Erie, Pennsylvania. The daughter of...
Pamela "Nana" Boakye
Jun 26, 2026
A Legacy of Love, Laughter, and Family
Celebrating the Life of Pamela Mae Boakye
May 24, 1944 - June 26, 2026
Some people leave behind possessions. Others leave behind memories. Pamela Mae Boakye left behind a legacy.
Born on May 24, 1944, in St. James, Montego Bay, Jamaica, on a sugar estate, Pamela's story began with humble roots. She was the beloved daughter of...
Ray Charles Gandy
Jun 25, 2026
Ray Charles Gandy was born on June 6, 1957, to the late Bobby Gandy and Luvennia Robinson Gandy, and peacefully departed this life on June 25, 2026. Affectionately known as “Ray Charles,” he received his education in the New York, Philadelphia, and Boston public school systems, and as a young man enjoyed working at a local movie theater. He built...
Adrian Nestor Williams Sr
Jun 18, 2026
Adrian Nestor Edward Williams Sr passed away at his home in Boston on June 18th, 2026. Adrian was born in Trinidad and Tobago to his loving parents the late Imelda Williams and Edward Mervyn Williams. Adrian, lovingly known as Adri by his mother and those closest to him, was a beloved brother to Kurt Williams, Trevor Tom, Avian Williams, Aixia...
Jean Gasner Morency
Jun 12, 2026
Jean Gasner Morency was born in Bassin-Bleu, Haiti on November 17, 1953 by AltaGrace Benoit and Duclos Morency. He was the youngest child with 2 older brothers Jean Davanne Morency and Joseph D. Morency. Unfortunately, AltaGrace died shortly after he was born. His wonderful grandmother, Aglaee Noel, took the boys and raised them in Port de Paix, Haiti.
Jean went to...
Rev. Dr. Remona Letasha Farley
Jun 5, 2026
Remona "Mona" Letasha Farley, beloved mother and friend, passed away surrounded by loves ones at Brigham & Women's Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. She was 49 years old.
Born on January 15, 1977, in Boston, Massachusetts, to Brenda Farley and Earnest Graham Jr., Remona was raised by her grandmother, Easter Farley, alongside her brother John Farley. From a young age, she was...
Brenda P. Dottson
Jun 4, 2026
In Loving Memory of Brenda
Brenda was born on June 15, 1949, in La Ceiba to her parents, Emeline Sanders Brooks and Moses Pinnace. She was the eldest of five children and shared a close bond with her siblings: Randolph, Gretel, Lindbergh (Steven), and the late Mae, along with a host of nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly and cherished...
Eloise Bennett
May 26, 2026
Eloise “Lois” Bennett was born on March 21, 1936 to Longino and Myrtis Parkman. She grew up in Prentiss, Mississippi where she graduated from McLennan High School. Lois moved to Boston in 1953 where she met and married Robert D Bennett in 1957. Together they had two children, Kenneth D. Bennett, Sr. and Belinda J. Bennett.
Lois was a housewife and...
Jose Carlos Lopes
May 20, 2026
We announce with deep sorrow the passing of Jose Carlos Lopes, lovingly known as “Zequinha.” He will be remembered for his kindness, strength, love for family, and the lasting impact he made on all who knew him. His memory will forever remain in the hearts of his loved ones.
Jose Carlos Lopes is survived by his three beloved children: Newton Lopes,...
Ryan Dias-Toppin
May 18, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ryan Dias-Toppin, a beloved wife, daughter, sister, cousin, and friend.
Our wildflower was brilliant, strong, determined, creative, brave, and adventurous. She was compassionate, fiercely devoted to the people she loved, and deeply committed to preserving joy for herself and those around her through every phase of her journey. Her...
Anthony L. Dansby Jr
May 15, 2026
Today we celebrate the life of Anthony Dansby, a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew cousin and friend whose life was taken far too soon at the age of 21. Born on August 28, 2004, in Boston, Massachusetts, Anthony brought joy laughter and love to everyone blessed to know him.
Anthony was the cherished son of Cequesta Dellarosijah-Singleton and Anthony Dansby, Sr....
Gerald W. Ellis
May 6, 2026
Gerald Walter Ellis was born on May 16, 1951, in Boston, Massachusetts, to Samuel Walter and Verdelle S. Ellis. The eldest of his parents' four children, he embraced all that came with being the firstborn.
As a youngster, Gerald was an active member of The Historic Charles Street AME Church in Roxbury, where he sang in the Junior Choir and earned several badges...
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