All Obituaries

Gerty M. O’Neell, age 63, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026, in Boston, MA.  Born on September 4, 1962, in Port-au-Prince, Gerty was the beloved daughter of Richard O’Neell and the late AnnMarie O’Neell. Gerty was a woman known for her kindness, compassion, and unwavering dedication to caring for others. Throughout her working life, she served as a caretaker in adult health, a role that reflected her deeply nurturing spirit. She devoted countless hours to ...

Judith Amin Salmon (77) of New Bedford, Massachusetts passed away on March 3, 2026. Judith Amin Salmon was born on May 19, 1948, in Hartford, Connecticut, to the late Rosetta Webb. Judith Amin Salmon leaves behind to cherish her memory her loving husband Keith Salmon, and a host of relatives and friends who will miss her dearly.

Joy Reid-Morgan (72) of Milton, Massachusetts departed her earthly life on February 27, 2026. Joy Reid-Morgan was born on July 12, 1953, in Manchester, Jamaica to the late Hubert Reid and Isolina Reid. Joy Reid-Morgan leaves behind to cherish her memory her loving daughter Sabrina Raymond, and a host of relatives and friends who will miss her dearly.

Jean Harlow was born on November 18,1936 in Jersey City, NJ to her parents, the late Geneva and Frank James Speights. Jean was the oldest of six children. Sisters Pauline deceased, Josephine deceased, Lily Mae deceased, Fannie and Brother Harry. Jean graduated from Lincoln High School and worked at the Tootsie Roll factory. She later became one of the first African American Telephone Operators for New Jersey Bell. She met and married Peter J. Small. When their daughter Angie was three years ...

Andre “Hollywood” Evans was born Andre Evans on October 6, 1961, in Boston, Massachusetts to Lennetta Evans. A true son of the city, Andre grew up rooted in family, friends, culture, music, and community. Boston helped shape his resilience, his pride, and his unmistakable presence — and in return, he left his own mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him. He was the beloved son of Lennetta Evans and Excell Davison. From them, Andre inherited strength, character, and a ...

Manuel João Lopes, 94, of Boston, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of his family, on February 22, 2026. Manuel was born on May 22, 1931, in Fogo, Cape Verde, to the late João J. Lopes and Zulmira R. Lopes. Raised with strong values of faith, resilience, and devotion to family, he carried the spirit of his homeland with him throughout his life. Affectionately known as “Nelinho,” Manuel was a devoted loving husband to his ...

Sabino Manuel Santos Pires, 52, of Brockton, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, in New Bedford. Born on October 8, 1973, in Fogo, Cabo Verde, Sabino was the beloved son of Manuel Pires and the late Maria Santos Rosa Pires. He carried with him the rich culture, strength, and deep sense of family instilled in him from his homeland throughout his life. Sabino dedicated his working years to his craft as a barber at SS Barber Shop. More than a profession, barbering was ...

Mother Margarie Yvonne Buckhannon transitioned to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. Margarie was born on August 8, 1947, in St. Stephens, Alabama, to Amos and Marguerite Howell. She was one of five children, which included two older brothers and one older and younger sister. She graduated with High Honors from Roxbury Community College in 1983. She also received library training from UMass Boston and earned numerous ...

Maria Joana Garcia, 61, of Brockton, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, in Brockton, MA, surrounded by the love and prayers of her family. Born on December 18, 1964, in Boston, MA, she was the cherished daughter of Jose Garcia and the late Cora Pina. Maria was a woman of strength, compassion, and quiet resilience. Raised in Boston, she carried her love for family and community with her throughout her life. She dedicated her professional career to Manufacturing ...

It is with profound sadness and deep love that we announce the passing of Filipe Jose Marcelino, who departed this life on February 18, 2026, in Brockton, Massachusetts, at the remarkable age of 98. Filipe was born on September 10, 1927, on the island of Fogo, Cabo Verde, to the late Antonio Jose Marcelino and Gorda Marcelino. Raised with strong values of faith, hard work, and devotion to family, Filipe carried these principles with him throughout his long and meaningful life. A dedicated ...