OBITUARIES

Mar 22, 2026

Mary Ruth (Meuwly) Monaghan of Popponesset Beach passed away on Sunday, March 22, after a long illness. She was 92 years old.

Ruth was born in Little Rock, AR, in 1933 to her parents, Felix H. Meuwly and Lela Marjorie (Williams) Meuwly. The family moved to Richland, Washington, during the depression due to work available at the...

Mar 19, 2026

Lori Williams Hubbard, age 65, of West Roxbury, passed away on March 19, 2026, surrounded by family. Lori was born and raised in New York City, where she attended her beloved Marymount School, before moving to Washington, D.C. to attend and graduate from Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service. At Georgetown, she met her future husband, Donald, who was...

Mar 19, 2026

Services private.

Mar 17, 2026

Joanne Jantos of Mansfield, formerly of West Roxbury, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026. Beloved daughter of the late Mary (Cibulsky) and John Jantos. Loving sister of James Santos and his late wife, Joanne of Somers, NY, and Robert Jantos of Mansfield. Devoted aunt of John Jantos, Jennifer Jantos, Jackie Tullok, and Jill Velis.

Funeral from...

Mar 17, 2026

Josephine Philomena Lucia Calabrese Lavoie, lovingly known as "Meme," passed away peacefully at the age of 96, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born in 1930 in New York City, Josephine was the proud daughter of Italian immigrants who came to America seeking a better life. Raised during the Great Depression, she carried with her the...

Mar 16, 2026

Joe Berkeley Sr. of Darien, Connecticut died peacefully on Monday, March 16th, 2026 at the age of 89. He was born in the Dorchester section of Boston, Massachusetts and was adored by his parents, Margaret Berkeley, his father William Francis Berkeley, and his Aunt Gertrude and Uncle Al. He enjoyed an idyllic childhood on Ainsley Street, with a ballfield...

Mar 15, 2026

Elsa Mesias, of West Roxbury, formerly of Guayaquil, Ecuador, died March 15, 2026.

Funeral services will be held in Ecuador.

Mar 13, 2026

Theresa Julia (Malvone) Garrison, 89, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 13th, 2026 at home surrounded by loved ones. Theresa was born on April 3, 1936 to Angelo Malvone and Philomena Garcia Malvone in the North End of Boston. She attended the Girl's High School of Boston, graduating in 1954. After graduation, she started her career working at New...

Mar 11, 2026

Porro, Thomas A., Sr., 87, of West Roxbury, March 11, 2026.  Beloved husband of the late Eleanor M. (Flaherty) Porro, he was the devoted father of Thomas A. Porro, Jr. and his wife Lucy of West Roxbury, and Gary Porro and his wife Lisa of Malden.  Loving brother to the late Marie Rabs and her husband Buddy, Frances Marden...

Mar 9, 2026

Mary Ann F. (Mazrimas) Kenneally of West Roxbury, formerly of Jamaica Plain and Chelsea, passed away on March 9, 2026 at the age of 84. She was born July 11, 1941 to Joseph and Mary Mazrimas of Chelsea. In addition to her parents, Mary Ann is predeceased by her beloved husband, Francis X. Kenneally.

Mary Ann is...

Mar 8, 2026

John Thomas Walsh, 97, of West Roxbury, MA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 8, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in 1928 in Blessed Sacrament Parish, Boston, Massachusetts, John was the son of the late Joseph M. and Catherine (Canney) Walsh. He is survived by his sisters, Patricia Downey of Yarmouth Port, MA and Catherine...

Mar 8, 2026

Leslie Ann Corin-Ash, a resident of Bedford Massachusetts, passed away on March 8, 2026, in Burlington Massachusetts at the age of 82. She had a sudden brain bleed on March 4 and was on life support until March 8. Her liver saved the life of a 50-year-old man.

Leslie was born in The Bronx, New York on...

Mar 4, 2026

Services private.

Mar 2, 2026

Harold Jay "Hal" Weinstein (Unkie) July 2, 1947 – March 2, 2026 Harold Jay Weinstein, lovingly known as Hal and affectionately called "Unkie" by those closest to him, passed away on March 2, 2026, at the age of 78. Hal will be remembered for his quick wit, warm heart, and the unmistakable humor he brought into every room. Family...

Mar 2, 2026

Sullivan, Myrna M. (McErlane) passed away peacefully at home on March 2, 2026.  Beloved wife of the late Denis P. Sullivan. Loving mother of Catherine Sullivan of Roslindale and Kiernan Sullivan of West Roxbury. A loving and Cherished grandmother to Anthony, Madeleine, and Charlotte. Devoted sister of Rosemary Verna McErlane and the late Mervyn, Kiernan, Malcolm, and Leroy McErlane....

Mar 2, 2026

Petros Keshishyan, world‑renowned cellist, devoted teacher, and beloved father, passed away surrounded by his family. His life was a testament to artistry, discipline, and a profound love for music that touched audiences and students across the globe.

Born in Leninakan and raised in Yerevan, Armenia, Petros showed exceptional musical promise from an early age. His talent and...

Mar 1, 2026

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Feb 28, 2026

Robert Gerard "Bobby" Tonner Jr. passed away peacefully in Roslindale Massachusetts, on February 28, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson's disease. He was 79 years old. While Parkinson's may have taken his strength, it never diminished his spirits, his warmth, or the deep love he had for family and friends. His loss leaves an emptiness that...

Feb 27, 2026

James E. "Jim" Callahan, 81, of Norwood, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, February 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Jim shared 53 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Beverly. He was a devoted father to his daughters, Melissa and her husband Marc of Norfolk, and Meghan and her husband Dilermando...

Feb 27, 2026

With profound sorrow and unwavering faith, we announce the peaceful passing of Dr. Mona Myrtha Dorsinville-Phanor, who departed this life on February 27, 2026, in Hyde Park, Massachusetts. A devoted woman of God, loving mother and wife, esteemed educator, humanitarian, and community leader, Dr. Mona's legacy will forever live on in the countless lives she touched. Dr. Mona was...