All Obituaries

Morayo Safuriat Ayomikun was born on January 2, 1969 to the family of Balogun, in Ijebu Ayepe, Ogun State, Nigeria. A devoted Muslim     She was a graduate of Ogun State Polytechnic and lived a life marked by courage, movement, and family. Her journey took her from Nigeria to London, to United States then Canada, carrying with her the resilience and warmth that defined her.  She was a devoted mother to her three children — Shuaib, Safwan, Shazia Ibraheem and to ...

With deep sorrow and enduring love, we announce the passing of Manuela Araujo Avelino, who departed this life on April 15, 2026, in Boston, Massachusetts. Manuela was born on September 26, 1963, in Praia, Cabo Verde, to the late Manuel Jose Avelino and Felisberta Depina Araujo. She carried the warmth, strength, and generosity of her roots throughout her life, touching the hearts of all who knew her. A woman of quiet strength and boundless compassion, Manuela dedicated herself to caring for ...

Maggie Lorraine Tubbs was born on January 31, 1938, in Meridian, Mississippi, to the late Robert and Everlena Clay. At an early age, she accepted Christ at St. John Missionary Baptist Church in Meridian, laying the foundation for a lifelong journey of faith. In the late 1960s, Maggie relocated to Boston, where she built a life centered on family, faith, and community. She remained a devoted member of St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church, carrying her beliefs with quiet strength and ...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Berry Jr. (82) of Boston, Massachusetts on April 13, 2026. Robert Berry Jr. was born on April 6, 1944, in Memphis, Tennessee, to the late Robert Berry Sr. and Louella Berry. Robert Berry Jr. leaves behind to cherish his memories his loving daughters Sheritta Berry-Cofield and Sonya berry Johnson, son Robert Berry III, six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and a host of relatives and friends that will miss him dearly.

David Robinson (68) of Randolph, Massachusetts passed away on April 8, 2026. David Robinson was born on April 13, 1957, in Pensacola, Florida, to the late William Robinson and Ellen Robinson. David Robinson leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife Barbara Robinson, children David, Jerome, Charlene, Dravon and Marcus Robinson, 22 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and a host of relatives and friends who will miss him dearly.

Quincy Dave Lamont Holmes (48) of Boston, Massachusetts passed away on April 7, 2026. Quincy Dave Lamont Holmes was born on July 2, 1977, in Bridgetown, Barbados to John G. Hunt and Yvonne Holmes. Quincy Dave Lamont Holmes is predeceased by his father John G. Hunt. Quincy Lamont Holmes leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving mother Yvonne Holmes, children Aaron Holmes, Desmond Holmes, Farid Holmes, Kahlio Holmes, Destanee Holmes, stepdaughter Breanna Benson-Duran, brother Hallam ...

Doris Elaine Chandler (Dennis), known to all who loved her as Elaine, passed away peacefully at her family home in Boston, Massachusetts, on April 7, 2026. She was 73 years old. Elaine was born on February 2, 1953, in Chelsea, Massachusetts, the daughter of Harold L. Dennis Jr. and Doris Johnson Dennis. An “army brat” in her early years, she lived in places as varied as Detroit, Germany, and Japan, experiences that broadened her worldview while deepening her pride in her roots. ...

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Yanick Silvano Tavares Paiva, who departed this life on April 5, 2026, in Boston, Massachusetts. Yanick was born on December 21, 1989, in Praia, Cabo Verde, to his loving parents, Adriano De Carvalho and Silvana Tavares, who survive him. From an early age, Yanick brought light and energy into every room he entered, leaving a lasting impression on all who had the privilege of knowing him. Yanick had a deep love for ...

Antonio “Fifi” Rodrigues Pereira, beloved patriarch, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 5th, surrounded by his loving children and grandchildren. Fifi was a man whose presence brought warmth and joy to all who knew him. Known for his infectious smile and good humor, he was truly a friend to everyone he met. He had a beautiful soul, a gift for storytelling, and carried the rich history of his family with pride—keeping memories, family trees, and stories alive in his ...

Thomas Hargrove Jr. (57) of Boston, Massachusetts passed away on March 30, 2026. Thomas Hargrove Jr. was born on May 14, 1968, in Durham, North Carolina to Thomas Hargrove Sr. and Betty Hargrove. Thomas Hargrove Jr. is predeceased by his father Thomas Hargrove Sr. Thomas Hargrove Jr. leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving mother Betty Hargrove, daughter Tyarya Hargrove, stepdaughter Tashima Hoskins, and a host of relatives and friends who will miss him dearly.