OBITUARIES

May 8, 2025

Funeral services private

May 5, 2025

Gregory D. Leschishin, 69 years of age, passed away tragically on May 5,

2025 in Lowell, Massachusetts.  Predeceased by his parents Zenon and Iris (nee Chehowy) Leschishin; survived by brothers Denis (Phyllis) of Duluth, Minnesota;  Mark (Barbara) of Wawa, Ontario, Canada, and Taras of Roslindale.  Also survived by many cousins, nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, and grand-nieces and family...

May 5, 2025

Lilli D Sheerin

1946 - 2025

Lilli Sheerin, a long time resident of both California and Massachusetts, passed away peacefully, at the age of 78, on Monday May 5th 2025 at her home in Quincy, Massachusetts, from a long and hard fought battle of COPD

Which she fought with dignity and courage to...

May 2, 2025

8/30/42-5/2/25

David D. MacKenzie, a lifelong Bostonian and retired member of Iron Workers Local 7, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was preceded in death just weeks earlier by his beloved wife of over 50 years, Jane A. MacKenzie (March 17, 2025).

Born in Boston and...

May 2, 2025

Richard W. Wilson (Dickie) of Roslindale passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025 at the age of 90.

Beloved husband of the late Mary J. Wilson.  Beloved father of Richard W. Wilson and his wife Lisa of Norwood, Mary Jane Wilson of Roslindale, Patricia A. (Trisha) Wilson of Roslindale, Michael T. Wilson and his wife Kathleen of...

Apr 30, 2025

Karen Frances Holmes-Carlson of West Roxbury, April 30, 2025. Predeceased by her husband Richard Henry Carlson, Jr. with whom she shared 13 years of marriage.  Devoted mother of Sean P. Carlson, Richard D. Carlson and David A Carlson all of West Roxbury. Dear daughter of the late Constance F. Holmes and Clifford J. Holmes. Dear sister of Clifford J....

Apr 29, 2025

Dennis J. "Papa" Anderson, 89 passed away peacefully Tuesday morning April 29th 2025.

Born in Boston on March 2 1936 as the youngest of 8 children, Dennis developed a deep love and loyalty to his family. He spoke adoringly of his mother Edith and cherished the life long relationships he built with his siblings.

At...

Apr 28, 2025

Long – Daniel F. Long of Roslindale, Suddenly April 28, 2025. Loving father of Caelum Long of Roslindale. Dan is preceded by his wife, Denise C. (DeVito) Long, and his parents, Francis and Marie (Gallant) Long.

Late Member Fogg-Roberts Post AL Auxiliary, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla #1205, Boston Constable Association for over 50 years. Long-time member...

Apr 27, 2025

Lovell, Francis, of West Roxbury, West Falmouth and Naples, passed away on April 27, 2025 peacefully at age 76, surrounded by his loving family, after a long and challenging battle with cancer, facing each day with unwavering courage. Son of the late Frank and Anna Patricia Lovell of West Roxbury, MA. Beloved brother of the late Patricia, Mary and...

Apr 26, 2025

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday May 31, from 9:00 am to 11:30 am at the Gladtidings House of Prayer for all Nations, 573 Norfolk St. Boston, 02126. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Interment Cedar Grove Cemetery Dorchester.

To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Edna Elna Mcleod, please visit our...

Apr 26, 2025

Marie Helen Galvin

9/26/1937-4/26/2025

Marie Helen Galvin of Somerville, and Brighton, Mass. died on Saturday, April 26, 2025. She passed at St. Elizabeth's Hospital after a brief illness, surrounded by her friends and chosen family.

Born in Roslindale, Mass. on September 26, 1937, Marie was a born leader and lifelong boss, whether as...

Apr 23, 2025

In Loving Memory

Celebrating the Life Bella Ivkova (May 24, 1931-April 23, 2025)

Early Life

Bella was born on May 24, 1931 in a small town of Slutsk, Belorussia (USSR at the time). Her dad Israel was accountant, and her mom was a housewife. She was the youngest of 4 children. She was...

Apr 21, 2025

The parents of Mr. Mrs. Daniel W. Smith Jr. Lady Bird Smith: Fredrick Leon Smith a graduate from Emerson College with a bachelors broadcasting degree. Leaving behind his siblings: Deacon Tommy Lee wife of Lorraine Thomas  and  the father of: Terace Lee Thomas, Tommy Lee Thomas, Tarell  Lee Thomas, Alexis D Thomas, Jeremey A Thomas. Brother and Sister: Donald...

Apr 18, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Anne (Peak) Carney of West Roxbury on April 18th, 2025 at Faulkner Hospital after a lengthy illness.

Betty was born in Boston (August 9th,1952) and raised in West Roxbury. She was the second of ten children of the late Edward W. and Alma (Cullen) Peak....

Apr 10, 2025

Bruce Manning Willcox, an Army Veteran and lifelong resident of the Boston area, passed away on April 10, 2025, in West Roxbury, Massachusetts. He was 76 years old.

Born on March 11, 1949, in Newton, Massachusetts, Mr. Willcox proudly served his Country with distinction, completing two tours in Vietnam. Much of his life he drove a taxi...

Apr 10, 2025

Boyle, John M. "Jack" of Braintree, formerly of Dorchester Lower Mills, April 10, 2025. Beloved husband of Katherine P. (Keaveny) Boyle. Loving father of Jacqueline, Jillian, and Ryan Boyle all of Braintree. Loving brother of Thomas and his wife Rosemary of Dunstable, Frederick "Teddy" and his wife Jeanne of Braintree, Christopher and his wife Arlene of Braintree. Devoted son...

Apr 7, 2025

Thomas F. Faulkner passed away on April 7, 2025, at home, surrounded by his loving wife and sons.  He was born in Stoneham, MA on April 30, 1942, to Francis and Katherine (O'Leary) and spent a happy youth in Revere and Malden.  As a young man while working in Hyde Park, he met Beverly Segreve, which began a life-long...

Apr 5, 2025

Deborah J. Higgins of Hyde Park, Massachusetts, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, April 5, 2025. She was born in Providence, Rhode Island on July 14, 1967. Beloved daughter of Judith Mercer and the late Ronald Higgins. Loving sister to David (Kristine), Stephen, Daniel (Gerri) and her late brother Michael. Deborah was the caring Aunt of Katilyn,...

Apr 4, 2025

Stella Shmidt passed away peacefully on April 4th 2025 in Hebrew SeniorLife Rehabilitation center at the age of 95. She was predeceased by her husband, Mikhail Shmidt. She is survived by her loving sister Victoria; her devoted children, Luba and Ilya; her cherished grandchildren, Mark, Matthew, Alexander, and Veronika; her nephew Slava; and her grand-nieces Anastasia, Alexandra, and Elizabeth....

Apr 3, 2025

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