Obituaries

Feb 15, 2024

Kathleen Marie (Turner) McNeal, age 79, passed away on February 15th. She is survived by her loving son, William David Jr., his wife Tracy, granddaughters Margaret, Eleanor, and Phoebe McNeal of Brookline, Massachusetts, her sister and brother-in-law, Marianne (Maggie) and Bill Murdock of Bozeman, Montana and their family. She is predeceased by her husbands William David Sr., and John...

Feb 13, 2024

Herbert L. Aswad of Newton passed away on February 13, 2024 at the age of 95.

Herb was a proud Veteran of the U.S. Army, and a longtime member of the Bethesda Masonic Lodge.

He was the dear and devoted husband of the late Lorraine (Sabbag) Aswad; loving father of Richard Aswad and his wife...

Feb 11, 2024

Mary was born during a snowstorm on December 23, 1922.  She was 3  1/2 pounds.  The story goes like this:  her grandmother (who lived to be 100) was cooking Irish bread.  The doctor arrived, removed the bread, lined the oven with bricks, rubbed olive oil on Mary and put her in.  She had to fight to live, and that...

Feb 10, 2024

"Ernie" Thomas of West Roxbury passed away on February 10, 2024 at the age of 89.

Ernie was a lifelong fan of Elvis Presley, and of Boston's sports teams.  He will be remembered for his jovial spirit, as well as his dedication to his family, friends and dogs, most recently his close companion named, of course, "Elvis."...

Feb 4, 2024

Irene (Foley) Joseph of Norwood, passed away on February 4, 2024. She was 97 years old.

Irene was the dear and devoted wife of the late Arthur Joseph. Loving mother of David Joseph and his wife Mary of Norwood, Maryann Udell and her husband Leonard of Medway and the late Michael Joseph. Cherished Grandmother “Nana” of David,...

Feb 2, 2024

Anna (Munofo) Coyle of Roslindale, formerly of East Boston, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on February 2, 2024. She was 83 years old.

Born in East Boston, her family later moved to Roslindale. Anna worked part-time at Filenes in downtown Boston and as a model for 3 years as a young adult. Once she...

Jan 23, 2024

Joseph Edward Cummings “Joe” died peacefully at home in Arlington, MA on January 23, 2024 at the age of 94.

Joe was born in Cambridge, MA on December 1, 1929, the son of the late Marie (Harrity) and Howard J. Cummings. He graduated from Belmont High School in 1946.  He attended Northeastern University before serving in the...

Jan 16, 2024

William K. Kinan of Attleboro, passed away on January 16, 2024. He was 79 years old.

William was the loving son of Kaleel and Rose Marie (Murray) Kinan. Dear brother of Edmund Kinan of Plymouth, Norman Kinan of Brockton, Marlene Petrakis of New Hampshire, Douglas Kinan of West Roxbury, John "Jack" Kinan of Attleboro, and the late...

Jan 13, 2024

David Brian Engdahl of Dedham, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday January 13, 2024. He was 53 years old.

He leaves his wife Kristen Spencer, his beloved children Kayleigh, Meghan, and Brody, as well as his mother, Edna Engdahl and her husband Michael William's. David also leaves his uncle, John Engdahl and his wife Helen,...

Jan 8, 2024

Louise (Howdy) Buccieri of West Roxbury, formerly of Boston’s South End, passed away on January 8, 2024. She was 96 years old.

Louise was the dear and devoted wife of the late Dominic Buccieri. Loving mother of Anthony S. Buccieri and his wife Mary of Hyde Park, Lisa J. Rogers and her husband David of Gloucester and...

Jan 4, 2024

Pedro Chaparro (Junior) was born July 9th, 1974 in Boston, Massachusetts.

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of one of the most beautiful souls.

Our dear Pedro was so loved by everyone who he encountered. His gentle spirit and kindness was evident to all.

Mere words...

Jan 2, 2024

Laurice B. Karrell of West Roxbury passed away on January 2, 2024 at the age of 93.

Laurice was the beloved wife of the late James Karrell.  Dear sister of the late Mary K. Bezreh, Jeannette Sakakeeny and Frederick Kawam. She is also survived by several loving nieces and nephews.

Visiting Hour on Thursday January...

Jan 1, 2024

Hans R. Hailey of Westwood, passed away on January 1, 2024. He was 73 years old.

Hans was an accomplished trial attorney in Boston for many years.

He was the loving father of Alexa Hailey of Waltham. Cherished grandfather, “Opa,” of Deni Valdez Hailey, Tai Valdez Hailey, and Mishi Valdez Hailey. Dear cousin of Penelope...

Dec 21, 2023

Lillian R. Shaheen of West Roxbury, passed away on December 21, 2023. She was 93 years old.

Lillian was the dear and devoted wife of Samuel Shaheen. Loving mother of Donna Louise Webster and her husband Mike of Dallas, TX, Robert Samuel Shaheen and his wife Lisa of Dracut and Lisa Ann Carrier and her husband Christopher...

Dec 21, 2023

Mary L. (Najjar) Bosworth of Holbrook passed away December 21, 2023 at the age of 93.

Mary was the wife of the late H. “George” Bosworth.  Beloved mother of Mary Keegan and her husband Joe of Abington, Steven Bosworth of Holbrook, Lisa Zdonek and her husband Ed of Abington.  Dear “Nana” of Andrew, Kyle and April Keegan;...

Dec 18, 2023

James "Jim" Lyons, of Roslindale, passed away on December 18th, 2023, at the age of 77, following a brief and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Jim was a true New Englander. He was Born in Charlestown in 1946 as the oldest of 2 children, spending his youth playing on the streets of South Boston and Forest Hills...

Dec 11, 2023

Madeline (Resha) Alizio of West Roxbury, passed away on December 11, 2023. She was 83 years old.

Born and raised in Dedham, Madeline was a graduate of Dedham High School and longtime proprietor of Madeline Hairstyles on Washington St. in West Roxbury.

Madeline was the dear and devoted wife of the late Peter A. Alizio....

Dec 8, 2023

Florence Julia Esper, a life-long resident of Norwood, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family on December 8, 2023.  She was 90 years old.

Florence was the beloved daughter of the late David and Millie (Abbott) Esper. Dear sister of Alice Kelley of Norwood, and the late Frances Esper, Freda Franciosi, Charles Esper, Catherine...

Dec 7, 2023

Joan L. (Muise) Kaltsunas of Stoughton, passed away on December 7, 2023. She was 64 years old.

Joan was the definition of selfless. She was the first to offer help to anyone and everyone - even without being asked. Her presence alone always felt like a warm hug. Joan loved to spend the summers on the boat...

Dec 6, 2023

June M. (Saba) David of West Roxbury, passed away on December 6, 2023. She was 90 years old.

June was born and raised in West Roxbury. She attended the Beethoven School and the Robert Gould Shaw School prior to her graduation from Roslindale High School in May 1950 as the youngest graduate. Later she attended classes at...