OBITUARIES

Sep 3, 2021

Carapezza, Geraldine "Gerri" (Carroll) of Walpole, MA, formerly of West Roxbury, passed away peacefully September 3, 2021, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She grew up in Dorchester with 7 sisters and 2 brothers. Pre-deceased by her husband John "Johnny" Carapezza, who she spent many years with traveling everywhere together. She leaves behind 4 children, Thomas Gillis of Northboro,...

Sep 2, 2021

Sreedhar Aswani Thotakura

February 03, 1968- September 02, 2021

Sreedhar Aswani Thotakura, 53, was called to heaven on September 2nd, 2021 at 1:10 AM. He was born in Santharavoor, India and resided in East Walpole, MA. He is the son of late Venkata Rayalu Thotakura and Sitaramamma Jarubula. He was the most beloved husband and...

Sep 1, 2021

Peter M. Neri of Brighton, age 78

Peter was the son of the late Jennie (Ignacia) and Peter Neri, father of the late Professor Janice Lee Neri of Boise, Idaho, and brother-in-law to the late John LaFarge.

Peter served in the United States Marines from July 1960 to July 1964, and was awarded the Good...

Aug 29, 2021

"A good coach can change a game. A great coach can change a life." Dorothy Jean "Coach" McCormick was a singular person who connected with an extraordinary number of people over the course of her 91 years.  Coach lead a simple life guided by a deep commitment to her faith, her family, her many friends and, of course, basketball.  ...

Aug 29, 2021

Dunn, Margaret V. (Ginny) of Arlington, formerly of Roslindale, entered into eternal life on August 29, 2021.  Born in Boston on February 1, 1926, Ginny was the daughter of Rose (Hener) and James Dunn and sister to the late James Dunn, Jr.

Ginny was a Boston public grade school teacher for 50 years teaching her early years...

Aug 26, 2021

Patricia Ann Reaser Yetman of West Roxbury MA, and Harpswell ME, passed away on Thursday, August 26, 2021, at the age of 59 after a battle with cancer. Patricia was a loving wife, sister, daughter, aunt and friend.  She is survived by her beloved husband Robert, her mother Terry, her brother Neal, nieces Hailey and Jennie, nephew William, and...

Aug 24, 2021

Services private.

Aug 23, 2021

Services private.

Aug 22, 2021

Robert A. Richmond

On August 22, 2021 Boston lost a lifelong resident and true son of the city with the passing of Robert Richmond of West Roxbury after a long illness. Possessed of a keen eye and dry wit, he pursued his passion for black & white street photography over 30 years, focusing (sorry Bob! I couldn't...

Aug 18, 2021

O'Connor, Rose Ann (Healey)

Ann O'Connor was blessed by a long life, a strong family and many friends.  She was gracious, inclusive, competitive (particularly in bridge and golf) and she dearly loved those close to her.  Ann's sense of fashion was only surpassed by her quick wit and humor.  After college Ann forged a successful career at...

Aug 18, 2021

Mary Kathleen O'Malley, South Boston/Groton, MA, was unexpectedly called home to God on August 18, 2021 at the age of 29. So until we meet again, may God hold her in the palm of His hands.

Mary Kate was the beloved daughter of Kevin and Therese O'Malley, the loving sister to Anne, Patrick, Rose, and Joseph.  The...

Aug 15, 2021

Lazaro B. Zapanta, of West Roxbury, formerly of Guihulhgan City, Philippines, August 15, 2021. Beloved husband of Aida M. Zapanta. Complete notice to follow.

Aug 14, 2021

Services private

Aug 12, 2021

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday August 24, at 2:15 pm in The Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne. United States Air Force Veteran.

Aug 12, 2021

James Vincent Erti of West Roxbury, by accident, August 12, 2021. Beloved husband of Jennifer (McNamara) Erti. Loving father of Matthew J. Erti of West Roxbury and Christina Erti of West Roxbury. Cherished son of James and Annette (Capodilupo) Erti of Canton. Devoted brother of Tina Erti Merner of Canton and David Erti and his wife Kellie of North...

Aug 11, 2021

Services private.

Aug 10, 2021

Services private.

Aug 9, 2021

Services private.

Aug 6, 2021

Services private.

Aug 5, 2021

Harzbecker, Joseph J., of West Roxbury, formerly of Lexington, died Thursday, August 5, at the age of 87.  Joe leaves his best friend and the love of his life of 63 years, his wife Anne (Lansing); he is the father of Joseph J., Jr. of West Roxbury and Susan C. Harzbecker of West Roxbury; cherished grandfather of Daniel Edelston...