Obituaries

Dorchester, MA Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Dorchester, Suffolk County & Surrounding Areas

Edward Mervyn Williams

Edward Mervyn Williams

Oct 27, 2025

Edward’s life was a tapestry of dedication, wisdom, and love. Born in Trinidad, he began his career as an electrician at APEX, where his passion for cricket flourished. Not only did he play on the company’s team, but he also rose to become its captain—a role that reflected his natural leadership and team spirit.

Driven by a thirst for knowledge, Edward...

Candice Jodie Ann Blake

Candice Jodie Ann Blake

Oct 25, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Candice Jodie Ann Blake, who departed this life  too soon on October 25, 2025, in Brockton, Massachusetts. A devoted and loving mother, cherished daughter and granddaughter, and treasured sister, aunt and niece. 

Saintamise Lelio

Saintamise Lelio

Oct 24, 2025

Saintamise Lelio - affectionately known as Sainta or Gran by her beloved grandchildren - was born on October 13, 1939, in Bonneau, a small community within Saint-Louis-du-Nord, Haiti, to the late Zaporte and Florilia (Philogene) Louis. She was one of ten children. Five of her siblings preceded her in death: Ciril Louis, Denuis Louis, Elizabeth Louis, Lianna Louis and Tecion...

MaryAnn Greathouse

MaryAnn Greathouse

Oct 20, 2025

Life and Legacy

Our beloved Maryann Greathouse was born on October 21, 1955, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, to the late Edward and Anne Mae Greathouse. She peacefully departed this life on October 20, 2025, just one day shy of her 70th birthday surrounded by her children.

Maryann grew up in Ashland, Alabama, where she attended Clay County High School. After graduating, later earning...

Gregory Andre Joshua Nkomo Grant

Gregory Andre Joshua Nkomo Grant

Oct 18, 2025

Gregory Andre Joshua Nkomo Grant, affectionately known as “Pumpkin,” was born on April 26, 1977, in the beautiful twin-island Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. He was the beloved son of Judy, the star of her heart — though she would never admit it. His sisters, Tamara and Tricia, always knew and lovingly accepted it. From the very beginning, Gregory brought...

Jennifer Rose Brown Webb

Jennifer Rose Brown Webb

Oct 18, 2025

Jennifer Brown-Webb age 67, of Boston, MA passed away on October 18th 2025 with her children by her side.

Jennifer Brown-Webb was born on April 25th, 1958, to the late Clarence Brown and Vinnell Brown-Harriott. She attended Vauxhall High school. She understood the dignity of hard work from a very young age. This became the foundation of the life she built...

Carrie Lee Salley

Carrie Lee Salley

Oct 11, 2025

Carrie Lee Salley was born on March 8, 1939 to the late John and Bernice Salley in Blackville, South Carolina. She was called home to her final resting place on Saturday, October 11, 2025.

Carrie attended Macedonia School in Blackville. After her education, she made her way to Boston in 1960 and made it her home.

She worked at Sears...

Sarah Annette Coleman

Sarah Annette Coleman

Oct 10, 2025

A Life of Love, Service, and Strength.

Sarah Annette Coleman was born at her family home on Williams Street in Roxbury on February 24, 1957, to Arthur Green and Jim-Irish Coleman. Her father, a decorated WWII veteran from Des Moines, Iowa, settled in Boston after being honorably discharged from Fort Devens in 1946. It was in Roxbury's historic "Jazz Corner of...

Bishop Earl F. McDowell

Bishop Earl F. McDowell

Oct 10, 2025

Bishop Earl McDowell, a chosen and faithful servant of God, entered into eternal rest on October 10, 2025 at the age of 71. His life began in Boston, MA on November 22, 1953. He was educated in the Boston Public School System and afterward his path led him to answer the Lord's call to ministry at the tender age of...

Brandon Starrett Gwynne

Brandon Starrett Gwynne

Oct 1, 2025

With profound sadness and love, we share the passing of Brandon Starrett Gwynne, who entered eternal rest at the age of 30 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Born in Framingham, Brandon spent his early years in Worcester, Framingham, and Shrewsbury, where his natural curiosity and creativity began to shine. In his twenties, he made Boston his home—a city that reflected his energy, resilience,...

Mary Alice Curry

Mary Alice Curry

Sep 22, 2025

In Lieu of Flowers:

Many of you have asked how you can help our family during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers and plants, we kindly ask that donations be made to The Dimock Center – Women’s Renewal-CSS (Clinical Stabilization Services) in memory of Mary Alice Curry. Your gift will honor her legacy while supporting women on their journey of...

Richelle Stockdale

Richelle Stockdale

Sep 21, 2025

With profound sorrow and deep love, we remember Richelle Bernice Stockdale, a cherished daughter, sister, aunt, and friend whose life was a quiet yet powerful testament to grace, and resilience. Born to Richard and Mary Stockdale on July 12, 1961, Richelle entered the world with special needs, but she never let that define her. Instead, she became a beacon of...

Jack Camp

Jack Camp

Sep 19, 2025

Jack Camp was born on June 6,1953 in Boston Massachusetts. He was the beloved son of Jack Camp, Sr. and Mary Camp Watkins. Jack departed his life on Saturday, September 20, 2025

Jack was third born child of five children. Jack attend boarding school. After graduation he worked as an employee at the "Good Will Store" for many years.

Jack enjoyed music;...

Samuel George Dawkins

Samuel George Dawkins

Sep 19, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Samuel George Dawkins, who departed this life on September 19, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts. A devoted Christian, loving father, cherished grandfather, and treasured great-grandfather, Samuel touched countless lives with his unwavering faith, gentle spirit, and enduring strength.

Born on May 1, 1944, in Smithville, Clarendon, Jamaica, he was the beloved...