OBITUARIES

Jan 1, 2026

Joanne Wengefeld, 87, formerly of Walpole, MA, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of creativity, kindness, and quiet strength. Though she faced many hardships, she carried a remarkable love for life. She met each challenge with resilience, grace, and a quiet determination. Her strength never dimmed her warmth; instead, it deepened her compassion and...

Jan 1, 2026

Elmer J.(Hank) Henry

93 of West Roxbury

Passed away peacefully on January 1st in the place he liked best, as he wished, his home of a half-century with Barbara (Gould) his beloved wife of 65 years at his side. He leaves his sons, Charles (Lorraine) of Larchmont, N.Y., Christopher (Mary Beth) of Middleton, WI, beloved...

Jan 1, 2026

Catherine M. Gallant, better known as Kay, peacefully left this earth on January 1, 2026. She was born March 4, 1932 and grew up in a close-knit community in Jamaica Plain (Boston, MA). Kay married James E. Gallant of Worcester, MA in 1962 and raised their son, James P. Gallant of Arlington, MA, known as Jim, in the neighborhoods...

Dec 30, 2025

Anna Francis DeTore of Boston, MA, passed away peacefully on December 30th, 2025, with her husband and children by her side. Born November 28th, 1948 to Fred and Marion Lane, Anna Lane grew up in Jamaica Plain, MA. She became a Licensed Practical Nurse and spent the next ten years caring for chronically ill patients at the Lemuel Shattuck...

Dec 29, 2025

Joan Fallon Maher

Of West Roxbury, died at home surrounded by family on December 29, 2025. Beloved wife of 53 years to Joseph C. Maher, Jr.; devoted mother of Catherine Gruber and her husband Matthew of West Roxbury, MA; Elizabeth Wright and her husband Jarret of West Roxbury, MA; Christina Roffenbender and her husband Jason of Arlington,...

Dec 26, 2025

Mary Margaret O'Connell Racine of West Roxbury, Massachusetts passed away peacefully at the age of 93 on December 26, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Paul O'Connell and Helen Frances Driscoll O'Connell; and sisters Joan Howard (Matthew), Patricia Foley (Francis), Catherine Gallivan (John).  She is survived by her five sons...

Dec 26, 2025

Anne C. Lang, known to family and friends as Nancy, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025, at the Springhouse in Jamaica Plain, surrounded by care and comfort. Nancy was born in Jamaica Plain on July 29, 1941, to Anne (Ginty) and Charles Cain, and remained deeply rooted in the communities she loved throughout her life.

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Dec 25, 2025

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. John Chrysostom Church, 4750 Washington St. West Roxbury on Friday January 2, 2026 at 11:00 am. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hour in the Church Friday morning from 10:00 am  to 11:00 am. Interment private.

Complete notice to follow.

Dec 20, 2025

David E. Kolody of Quincy died December 20, 2025. He was 81. United States Navy Veteran.

A graveside service with Military Honors will be held on Wednesday January 7, at 2:00 pm in The Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne, MA.

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Dec 20, 2025

Suzanne M. Amico April 11, 1941 – December 20, 2025 Age 84

AMICO, Suzanne M., age 84, of West Roxbury, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025. Beloved wife for more than 60 years to the late John E. Amico; devoted mother to John E. Jr., Robert J., Edward T. and his wife Rita, and Tommy and...

Dec 19, 2025

Brenna Nicole Paré, 28, passed away on December 19, 2025.  Born on December 31, 1996, and raised in Westwood, Brenna was known for her sharp sense of humor, her contagious laugh, and the love she showed to every dog and animal she met.

She is survived by her father, Charles "Charlie" Paré, and her mother, Maryann (Riley)...

Dec 19, 2025

Jaclyn Catarius, age 26, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025, in Walpole, Massachusetts. Born in Newton, Massachusetts, Jaclyn was a bright presence whose warmth and kindness left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her. She is now reunited in heaven with her late father, Matthew Catarius.

Jaclyn attended Norfolk Agricultural High School and later followed...

Dec 19, 2025

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Dec 18, 2025

Maria Trabucco Camarata

December 18, 2025

We are sad to say goodbye to our loving grandmother, mother, sister, aunt and friend who provided us with so much love and generosity.  Maria (Trabucco) Camarata was born February 1934 in Civitaquana, Italy.  The second of four daughters born to Anna and Gildo Trabucco.  The Trabucco's emigrated to...

Dec 14, 2025

Mary Ann Keefe, of West Roxbury on December 14,2025. Mother of William and his wife Susan Keefe of Canton. Loving grandmother of William and Kristina Keefe also of Canton. Predeceased by her parents William and Jennie Lepere of West Roxbury and her brother Frank and his wife Janet of FL. She is also survived by her niece Susan Lepere...

Dec 14, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved father, husband, and grandfather, who passed away on December 14 after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. He was 80 years old.

He was a devoted husband to his wife, Nopi, and a proud father to his son, Mike, and daughter, Kiki. He was an extremely proud...

Dec 11, 2025

Hyacinth Obiefoka Onyeka, of Brockton, formerly of Ihembosi, Nigeria, died December 11, 2025. He was 78 years old. Funeral services will be held in Nigeria.

Dec 8, 2025

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Dec 3, 2025

Patricia McGuire, of West Roxbury died December 3, 2025. She was 75 years old.

Beloved daughter of the late Mose and Jessie B. (Jones) McGuire.

Funeral services will be private.

Nov 29, 2025

DRISCOLL, RoseMary Shea, of Brookline, MA, died peacefully on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Loving wife of the late Richard Dennis Driscoll and beloved mother of Richard, Jr. and his wife Saviz of Milton; Timothy and his wife Kara of Winchester; William and his wife Kristin of Hingham; Paul and his wife Allison of Dover; John of Arlington, VA; Molly ...