OBITUARIES

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...

Feb 14, 2026

Liliya's life story is about devotion, family, love, perseverance, and stoicism

Liliya grew up during the Second World War in the Soviet Union and became familiar with hardship and perseverance early on. Her father, Pyotyr Nicholaevich Efimov, was a respected public figure, and her mother, Aleksandra Semyonovna Vedeneeva was the one who made his success possible, tirelessly...

Feb 11, 2026

Michael "Mike" Edwards was born on August 1, 1969, in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. He was one of two beautiful twin boys, arriving first and followed by his brother Jeremy. Nearly identical, with bright blue eyes, their mother said crowds would gather at the beach to watch them play in the sand. They were a team from the start, free...

Feb 11, 2026

Nancy Ellen Palmer (93) passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 11, 2026 at Goddard House Assisted Living in Brookline, MA, where she received excellent care for the past 7 months. Nancy was born on June 14, 1932, to her parents, Frederick and Marie Carter.  She grew up in South Brookline with her 5 siblings, Mary, Joan, Elizabeth, Frederick, and...

Feb 5, 2026

GERAGHTY, Maria  February 5, 2026 of West Roxbury, formerly of Roslindale and Galway, Ireland. She was 100 years old. Beloved wife of the late Patrick Geraghty; and daughter the late Maria (Fahy) and Michael Walsh of Raha, Oughterard, County Galway, Ireland. Loving mother of Maria E. of West Roxbury, Edward of West Roxbury, Brian F.X. and his wife Linda...

Feb 4, 2026

Rev. Msgr. Francis H. Kelley, 84, died peacefully on Wednesday, February 4, surrounded by loved ones and some of his closest priest friends at Regina Cleri, the Archdiocese of Boston's residence for senior priests.

His family extends its thanks to the nursing staff, members of the hospice team, and clergy at Regina Cleri who cared for him...