All Obituaries

  It is with profound sadness and heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Marina Gomes (96) of Boston, Massachusetts, who peacefully departed this life on July 26, 2026. Marina Gomes was born on May 10, 1930, in Fogo, Cape Verde, to the late Pedro Alexandrino Brandão and Maria Da Luz Pires. She was raised with strong values of faith, resilience, humility, and love for family—qualities that remained the foundation of her life and were evident to all who knew ...

It is with profound sadness and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Filomena "Celina" Fragoso Lopes Monteiro (71) of Boston, Massachusetts, who peacefully departed this life on July 26, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Filomena was affectionately known as "Celina" born on September 7, 1954, in Santiago, Cape Verde, to the late Armando Lopes and Domingas Fragoso Lopes. Celina dedicated many years of her life to serving others as an educator, a ...

Antonio Da Veiga, of Brockton, Massachusetts, peacefully passed away on July 26, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on September 12, 1936, in Fogo, Cabo Verde, Antonio was the beloved son of the late Etelvina Da Veiga. He was the devoted husband of the late Maria Antonia Goncalves Barros Veiga, with whom he shared a life rooted in love, faith, and family. Before immigrating to the United States, Antonio proudly served as a police officer in his homeland of Cabo Verde. After coming to America, he ...

It is with profound sadness and unimaginable sorrow that we announce the tragic passing of Yanick Gomes Rodrigues, who departed this life on July 25, 2026, at the tender age of 17. Yanick Gomes Rodrigues was born on September 3, 2008, in Fogo, Cape Verde, to his loving parents, Plodino Rodrigues Pontes and Neusa Simone Da Rosa. Though his life was far too brief, Yanick touched the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him. He had a deep love for soccer, a sport that brought him ...

Jamille McMillan, affectionately known to everyone as “Mille,” departed this life on the afternoon of July 20, 2026. He peacefully transitioned into eternity at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, surrounded by his loving wife, family, and close friends. Jamille accepted the Lord as his personal Savior at a young age and remained steadfast in his faith throughout his life. He read his Bible daily and often shared meaningful scriptures with his wife, Treva, especially passages ...

It is with profound sadness and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Eddie Lee Dillard (70), of Boston, Massachusetts. Eddie Lee Dillard was born on July 4, 1956, in Newport Virginia. Eddie Lee Dillard is predeceased by his parents and his son Eddie Rowell. Eddie Lee Dillard leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving children Kenneil Rowell, Quaran Rowell, Jalike Rowell, Taylon Rowell, Keion Rowell, and a host of relatives and friends who will miss him dearly.

"Manuel “Mano” Barbosa Centeio was born on May 22, 1935, in Mosteiros, Fogo, Cabo Verde. He married the love of his life, Gabriela Galvão Centeio, on January 4, 1967 He is survived by his children, Maria “Mizu,” Filipe “Mane Santinho,” and Marline; his grandchildren, Kayla, Jollil, Jalen, Rayne, Skyleen, Gui, Gabriela, and Miabella; his great-grandchildren, Kayleigh, Joshua, and Tristan; his siblings, Amelia “Lucinda” Lopes, ...

Theresa Pires Gonsalves, age 34, of Brockton, Massachusetts, passed away on July 13, 2026. Born on November 29, 1991, in Brockton, she was the beloved daughter of Albino Pires Gonsalves and Leonor Pires Gonsalves. Theresa was a devoted and loving partner to Jesse Darosa. Together they built a beautiful life centered around their cherished daughter, Tessa Jade Darosa, and their beloved dog, Belle, who brought them endless joy. Theresa earned her Associate's Degree in Liberal Arts before ...

Doris Lee Huston was born March 11,1938 to Ward and Stella Urby in Tylertown, Mississippi. She was the middle child of 5 children (Melledee, Bluford, Will, and Lillie) who preceded her in death. Doris received her education in Tylertown, Mississippi. Doris confessed to Christ at a young age at Brandon Bay Church. She moved to Detroit in 1957 and then to Boston in 1959 to continue her education at Roxbury Community College. During that time, she attended multiple churches until finding her ...

With profound love and gratitude, we celebrate the life and legacy of Mother Mary Louis Cain Stampley, affectionately known by family, friends, and all who knew her as “Mama.” On July 5, 2026, at the age of 90, she peacefully entered into eternal rest in Boston, Massachusetts. Born on October 24, 1935, in Bessemer, Alabama, to the late Louis Cain and Rocile Cain, Mother Mary Louis Cain Stampley was a woman of remarkable intelligence, unwavering faith, and extraordinary ...