OBITUARIES
Anne "Nancy" Lee
Oct 3, 2025
Anne (Nancy) Canning Lee, a lifelong Bostonian whose life was marked by faith, family, and service to others, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.
Born in Dorchester, Nancy chose to begin her own family in South Boston after marrying the love of her life, Joe Lee, with whom she shared 55 wonderful years of marriage....
Stephen E. Strumm
Sep 21, 2025
Stephen E. Strumm, age 73, passed away at home September 21, 2025, after a long illness.
Born and raised in Dorchester, Steve was a lifelong resident before moving to Weymouth 9 years ago. He was educated in Boston Public Schools, graduated from South Boston High School in 1970, and attended Boston State College. A gifted artist and athlete, he volunteered in...
Darryl Logan Alexander
Sep 19, 2025
Darryl Logan Alexander, a cherished father, husband, son, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in South Boston, surrounded by his loving family, on September 19, 2025, at the age of 48, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on April 7, 1977, in Brockton, Massachusetts, Darryl was a source of joy and support to all who knew...
Eleanor Jane Diethelm
Sep 17, 2025
Eleanor Diethelm, a devoted social worker and compassionate advocate for those in crisis, passed away on September 17, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts. She was 88 years old. She had a tragic automobile accident that left her with a serious spinal cord injury and paralysis, which ultimately led to her death.
Born on April 27, 1937, in Springfield, Massachusetts, Eleanor was the...
Ramon Emilio Velez Calderon
Sep 14, 2025
Ramón Emilio Vélez Calderón, widower of Hilda Mejias.
He was born on October 18, 1937, in Manatí, Puerto Rico, and passed away on September 14, 2025, in the city of Boston, MA, at the age of 87.
His children Héctor and his wife Vivian, Jorge Luis and his wife Ruth Miriam, and Yari and her husband Omar invite you to the celebration...
Edward Joseph Hanafin
Sep 11, 2025
"With a sailor's heart and an Irish soul, He journeys now on fairer seas."
Edward “Ed” Joseph Hanafin, 90, of Hingham, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025, just days after celebrating his 90th birthday surrounded by family and friends.
Born on September 6, 1935, at Sloane Hospital for Women in Manhattan, NY, Ed was the beloved son of Patrick Hanafin...
Ann M McAuliffe
Sep 9, 2025
Ann M McAuliffe died September 9, 2025, after a long courageous battle with diabetes. She was the daughter of Tom and Anna McAuliffe, beloved mother of Sean P. Melia, cherished sister of Maureen, Katie, Tom, Pat, and Peggy McAuliffe.
Annie was also survived by her stepmom Marge McAuliffe, aunts, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Also survived by her lifelong friend, Karen LoCasio...
Sue Ann (Santos) Gatti
Sep 6, 2025
Sue Ann (Santos) GattiFebruary 2, 1963 – September 6, 2025
Sue Ann (Santos) Gatti, 62, of Cape Cod, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025. Born on Nantucket Island on February 2, 1963, she was the beloved daughter of the late John and Nancy Santos.
Sue attended Burdett College in Boston, earning her degree in accounting, which she put to use before...
Eileen O'Connor
Sep 5, 2025
Eileen T. O'Connor, 91, a native and life-long resident of South Boston, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025 at Seal Rock Healthcare in Saco, Maine.She was born in South Boston on October 24, 1933, a daughter of John J. and Mary T. (Moynihan) O'Connor. She received both her Elementary and High School education from area Catholic schools, and graduated...
Izabella M. Cubero
Sep 1, 2025
Izabella M. Cubero suddenly in her 17th year at her home in Dorchester. Loving Daughter of Amanda Algarin and Rafeal Cubero. Also survived by a host of Relatives and Friends. Funeral from the Wm.F.Spencer Funeral Home 575 E Broadway (at Hst) South Boston on Tuesday September 9, 2025 from 9 AM - 1 PM . Interment in Oak Lawn Cemetery.
Thomas P. Costello
Aug 29, 2025
Thomas P. Costello IV (Tom), 49, of South Weymouth, Massachusetts, passed away
peacefully at home on August 29, 2025, surrounded by love. His partner Meagan was at
his side, along with his sisters Maura and Erin, and his beloved niephlings—Thomas,
Ren, and Lyrik. He was born on August 23, 1976, in Laconia, New Hampshire.
Tom was passionate, proud, and endlessly creative. He was deeply...
Carmen Milagros - Marrero
Aug 28, 2025
Carmen Milagros - Marrero, born on September 15, 1957, in Arroyo, Puerto Rico, passed away suddenly at her home in South Boston, MA, on August 28, 2025. Carmen's life was a testament to her unwavering love for her family and her deep commitment to her passions. She was a devoted caretaker, always willing to help those around her, whether it...
Patrick Geoffrey Sheehan
Aug 5, 2025
Patrick Geoffrey Sheehan, a gifted and talented finish carpenter and late co-owner of Prestige Carpentry in Boston, passed away suddenly on August 5, 2025. He was born on March 22, 1980, in County Kerry, Ireland, and his life was a testament to hard work, creativity, and a love for family.
Patrick was known for his upbeat and cheerful personality. He always...
Carmen D Silva Arroyo
Aug 1, 2025
Carmen Delia Silva-Arroyo, nacio en Vega Alta Puerto Rico el 4 de diciembre de 1951, falleció el 1 de agosto de 2025 en New Bedford, Mass. Carmín nació de (precedida en muerte) Catalina Silva-Arroyo y (precedida en muerte) José Silva-Figueroa de Vega Alta. A Carmín, como muchos la conocían, le sobrevivieron su hermano Juan Silva-Arroyo (Johhny) de Arecibo, Puerto Rico...
Richard A. Dean
Jul 30, 2025
Richard A. Dean passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 30th. Rich was born October 19th, 1939 to Harry and Margaret (Dearing) Dean in Boston. Rich enjoyed the outdoors his entire life and was an avid traveler and mountain climber. He traveled to all 50 states, Canada and climbed mountains and hiked on five continents. Rich was a veteran of the...
Marie Claire Leonard Jean Paul
Jul 27, 2025
With heavy hearts and profound gratitude for her life, we announce the passing of Marie Claire Leonard, a beloved mother, teacher, sister, and friend.
Born on May 12, 1960, in Pétion-Ville, Haiti, Marie Claire was the fourth of five children of Sylvia and Louis Leonard. Even from her earliest years, she carried a spirit far beyond her age, responsible, caring, and...
Judith Kramer Greene
Jul 27, 2025
Judith (Judy) Kramer Greene, passed away on July 27 in Worcester, Massachusetts. She was born on August 14, 1936, in Chicago, Illinois, to Samuel Kramer and Milly Kramer (nee Tokarsky). When she was three years old, her family moved to Philadelphia, which became a city she loved. She attended Philadelphia High School for Girls, also known as Girls High, graduating...
Paul Maurice Tucker
Jul 25, 2025
Paul M Tucker, 62, passed away on July 25, 2025, in Weymouth, Massachusetts.
Born on January 19, 1963, in Boston, Massachusetts, Paul brought warmth and laughter to those around him throughout his life.
He was the beloved son of the late Alice and Albert "Kevin" Tucker and part of a large and loving family. Paul is fondly remembered by his surviving siblings:...
Randell Perry MacFarlane
Jul 14, 2025
Randell P. MacFarlane Sr. 67 of Lebanon Maine passed away surrounded by family on July 14, 2025 at Tufts Medical in Boston MA.
Randell was born on July 28, 1957 in Orange TX. to George MacFarlane Sr. and Arlene MacFarlane (Jameson).
Randell usually went by Randy to family and friends. Randy grew up in Salem Massachusetts but spent most of his life...
Janice Claire Paterna
Jun 24, 2025
“Janice Claire Paterna passed away peacefully on June 24, 2025, at the age of 80, surrounded by love and the memories of a life well lived. She found joy in calling both South Boston and Cape Cod home.Born on March 22, 1945, Janice was the cherished daughter of the late Josephine and Joseph Paterna. She was a devoted sister to...
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