OBITUARIES

Oct 13, 2024

MaryAnn Costello 1938 - 2024

MaryAnn Costello, 86, of Roslindale, died after a brief illness on October 13, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Boston, MA in 1938 to Otto and Frieda Huether and was raised in Roslindale with her sister, Loretta and brother, Robert.  Some of the memories she liked...

Oct 9, 2024

Edward Daniel Shirley, 67, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 9, 2024, following an 18-month battle with glioblastoma. He will be remembered for his incredible life, devotion to his family, business acumen, love of sports, many mixtapes and playlists, and most of all, his play-to-win attitude.

Ed was...

Oct 8, 2024

Roberto Perez-Sanchez, of West Roxbury, formerly of Puerto Rico died October 8, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Ada Velez-Cortes.

Complete notice to follow.

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Oct 7, 2024

Anne Scofield Nuss passed away on October 7, 2024 from heart failure.

She was a loving wife, stepmother, and grandmother, a devoted friend, a skilled therapist, and an artist.

She had been struggling since May 2021 from the after-effects of vascular dementia, always maintaining her caring and kind nature until the end of her life....

Oct 7, 2024

Robert J. McLaughlin, Jr., Born 1st of 6 children to Mary T. McLaughlin of South Boston, MA and Robert McLaughlin of North Reading, MA.

Robert was a very caring and loving person, He always did his best to work hard and help with charity, By ringing the bell for Salvation Army every year, he over came so...

Oct 4, 2024

Michael J McCabe age 71 passed away peacefully on October 4th 2024, Born July 28th 1953 of Boston to the late James J McCabe and Dorothy (Lonas) McCabe He was a proud resident of Roslindale, West Roxbury and was a Graduate Class of 1972, of Roslindale High School. For many years he had worked as an accountant before retirement....

Oct 3, 2024

Manya S. Derzhavets (Karbizon) of Braintree, formerly of Dnepropetrovsk, Ukraine, died October 3, 2024. She was 91 Years old. A Graveside service will be held on Monday October 7, at 11:00 am in Shara Tfilo Cemetery, 776 Baker St. West Roxbury.

Oct 2, 2024

Patricia A Leger, longtime resident of West Roxbury MA, and Barnard VT, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2024, surrounded by her loving family in her cherished home of 49 years. Pat approached her passing, and her short but courageous battle with cancer, in much the same way she lived her life- with humor, a determined spirit, and a...

Oct 1, 2024

Paula M. Fitzsimmons of Roslindale died peacefully at home on October 1, 2024. Devoted daughter of the late William and Margaret (O'Leary) Fitzsimmons. Beloved sister of Sr. Carol Fitzsimmons CSJ and the late William Gerard Fitzsimmons II and his wife Paula. Cherished Aunt of William Gerard Fitzsimmons III and his wife Peggy Barbella - Fitzsimmons of NJ., Paul Fitzsimmons...

Sep 28, 2024

Bridget Lydon of Roslindale, formerly of Galway, Ireland; September 28, 2024. Beloved wife of the late John Lydon, dear and loving mother of Barbara Ann, and her husband Patrick Sutherby of Foxborough.  Devoted sister of Agnes McDonagh of Norwood and the late Michael, Barbara, Coleman, John, Kate, Winnie, Ann, Nora, and Mary.  She is also survived by several nieces...

Sep 25, 2024

Myers, Frances "Fran" Louise (Fitzgerald) of West Roxbury, formerly of Charlestown, passed away on September 25, 2024. She was 86 years old.  Beloved wife of the late Robert G. Myers who taught at the Robert G. Shaw Middle School for many years. Devoted daughter of the late Edward J. Fitzgerald and Frances L. (Fallon) Fitzgerald. Loving mother of Kathleen...

Sep 24, 2024

Robert "Bob" L. McLachlan, 78, longtime resident of Marshfield, MA, passed away September 24th, 2024 at the West Roxbury VA Medical Center with family members at his side.

Robert was born to Charles and M. Lynn McLachlan and raised in Danbury Connecticut, where his family owned and operated the Geo. McLachlan and Son's Hat Company.  He attended...

Sep 23, 2024

KIM TUYET NGUYEN, 66, of Hyde Park, peacefully passed away on Monday at 7:02 pm, September 23, 2024.  Kim was born on December 27, 1958, in Binh hoa, Gia Dinh, Vietnam, to Chien Nguyen and Cay Nguyen, and was one of six siblings.

Kim went to Le Van Duyet high school and certified in accounting and pharmacy...

Sep 23, 2024

Joseph J. Kennedy of Randolph, formerly of West Roxbury, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, at the age of 68.  Beloved husband of the late Laura (Hurwitz) Kennedy.  Brother of John Kennedy of West Roxbury, George Kennedy and his wife Sandra of Plymouth.  He also leaves behind his 3 nieces, Denise (Kennedy) Buck, Ganine Kennedy, Lisa (Kennedy) Cormier...

Sep 18, 2024

Lu-Anne Luce of Hyde Park loving wife of Ronald Luce of Hyde Park. Loving sister of Cynthia Steverman of Nashua NH brothers Richard Steverman of Dedham and Butchie Steverman of Brighton Lu-Anne would brighten any room she walked into with her smile and her very unique laugh. Lu-Anne loved her dogs Raven Rusty and Sophie. Lu-Anne was a nanny...

Sep 17, 2024

Mary E. Rourke (Foley) 92  of West Roxbury and HarwichPort . September 17, 2024. Mary was born on October 10, 1931, in Boston. She attended Mission grammar and High School.

Beloved wife of the late Allen J. Rourke. Loving Mother of Elizabeth Berardi of Boston and Padanaram . Cherished grandmother of Marissa Berardi of Boston. Loving Mother-in-Law...

Sep 16, 2024

Steven Reader, 57, passed away on September 16, 2024, in Holbrook, MA after a long battle with COPD. Born in Jamaica Plain, MA, Steven was known for his remarkable personality that brought laughter and joy to those around him.

He is survived by his loving wife, Laura Reader(Climo); son, Christian Reader; son & daughter in law, Michael...

Sep 15, 2024

A Graveside Service with military honors will be held on Monday September 23, at 1:45 PM in The Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne.

United States Army Veteran.

Sep 14, 2024

William M. Shields of Marshfield passed away on September 14, 2024, at the age of 69, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of 46 years to Debra Russell Shields, loving father to William M. Shields Jr. (Courtney), Brian R. Shields (Cristin), Stephen P. Shields (Amanda), and Gregory T. Shields, adoring Papa to Brooklyn, Caleigh, Molly,...

Sep 14, 2024

Francis J. Lane of West Roxbury and Hull, September 14, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Evelyn M. Lane.  Loving father of Dr. Brian Lane and his wife Amy of Portland, Oregon, Evelyn (Evie) Lane of Hull, Kevin Lane and his wife Karen of Hingham, Thomas Lane and his wife Melanie of Scituate. Loving grandfather of Erin, Brian Jr.,...