Obituaries

May 6, 2026

Mary M. (Babcock) Sexton, 84, a longtime resident of Melrose and formerly of Charlestown, entered into eternal life suddenly on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Massachusetts General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Boston on July 2, 1941, Mary was the middle daughter of the late Ernest and Mary (O’Gara) Babcock. She was raised in Charlestown, attended Saint Catherine’s...

May 5, 2026

Michael J. Farris, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, entered into eternal life suddenly on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. He was 74 years of age.

Michael was born in Boston on February 3, 1952, a son of the late Myles E. Farris and Patricia A. (Quinn) Farris. He grew up in Charlestown where he was educated in the Boston Public School System....

Apr 23, 2026

Anne M. Kavanagh, a resident of Stoneham and formerly of Charlestown, entered into eternal life on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at Masconomet Healthcare Center in Topsfield. She was 84 years of age.

Anne was born in Cambridge on February 5, 1942, a daughter of the late Walter J. Kavanagh and Marion E. (Hawkins) Kavanagh. She grew up in Charlestown where she...

Apr 22, 2026

Freda M. (Hoppes) Getherall, a longtime resident of Charlestown and formerly of Kokomo, Indiana, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at the Southwood at Norwell Nursing Center. She was 99 years old.

Freda was born in Kokomo, Indiana on April 1, 1927, a daughter of the late Floyd Hoppes and Arminta (Whitaker) Hoppes. She grew up in Kokomo...

Apr 17, 2026

Michael James "Micky" Millerick, 69, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed away on April 17, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Born on August 3, 1956 in Cambridge, Michael was the devoted son of the late David and Barbara (Beaton) Millerick, both of Charlestown. A "Townie" through and through, where he attended St. Mary’s Parochial School and graduated...

Apr 12, 2026

William J. Bowman, a longtime resident of Everett and formerly of Charlestown, entered into eternal life on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at his home in Everett following a courageous battle with cancer. He was 60 years of age.

Billy was born in Somerville on June 9, 1965, a son of the late Frank R. Bowman and Mary E. (Kane) Bowman. He...

Apr 5, 2026

Helen A. (Sullivan) Cotter, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, entered into eternal life on Easter Sunday April 5, 2026. She was 88 years old.

Helen was born in Boston on May 4, 1937, a daughter of the late Daniel Sullivan and Anne (Flynn) Sullivan. She grew up in Charlestown, where she attended St. Mary’s Parochial School and graduated from Mt. St....

Apr 3, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Giusti on April 3, 2026, at the age of 81. A devoted husband, loving father, cherished family member, and charismatic friend, Rick lived to uplift everyone around him.

Born and raised in the Winter Hill neighborhood of Somerville, Rick’s life was defined by deep roots and enduring loyalty. He...

Mar 25, 2026

ObituaryAndrea L. "Andi" (Wragg) Taffe, a longtime resident of Melrose and formerly of Newton, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Burlington. She was 84 years old.Born in Newton on May 25, 1941, Andi was the beloved daughter of the late William H. Wragg and Margaret P. (Dohoney) Wragg. She was...

Mar 25, 2026

ObituaryWilliam L. "Billy" Simensen, a resident of Charlestown, entered into eternal life unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 following a medical complication. He was 41 years of age.Billy was born in Boston on September 11, 1984, a son of the late Helen Donahue and William Simensen. He grew up in Charlestown where he attended the Warren Prescott Elementary School and...

Mar 23, 2026

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Edward A. McKinnon, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, entered into eternal life on Monday March 23, 2026, at the Massachusetts General Hospital lovingly surrounded by his family. He was 94 years of age. Ed was born in Boston on May 2, 1931, a son of the late Edward and Alice (McGahan) McKinnon. He grew up in Charlestown and...

Mar 11, 2026

Diane Louise (Cook) Eadie, 79, of Rye Beach, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Donald and Beverly (Jordan) Cook. Her life was defined by service and a deep connection to nature.

Diane’s memory will be carried forward by her daughter, Bonnie Eadie of Charlestown, MA, her two nieces Caitlin Eadie of...

Feb 28, 2026

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Constance M. "Connie" (Hogan) Tracy, a resident of Everett and formerly of Charlestown and the West End, entered into eternal life on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at Encompass Health in Woburn. She was 78 years of age. Connie was born in Boston on May 10, 1947, a daughter of the late Patrick F. Hogan and Concetta (DeLuca) Hogan....

Feb 28, 2026

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Anthony B. "Tony" Vitale, a longtime resident of Charlestown and formerly of Dorchester, entered into eternal life suddenly on February 28, 2026 at Melrose-Wakefield Hospital. He was 69 years of age. Tony was born in Boston on April 19, 1956, a son of the late Thomas Vitale and Margaret (Haley) Vitale. He grew up in Dorchester where he...

Feb 23, 2026

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David Caruso, 75, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026, in Somerville, MA, following a brief illness. Born in Cambridge on February 3, 1951, to John and Frances (Ciccarello) Caruso, David was a "devoted" lifelong resident of Somerville. A 1969 graduate of St. Mary of the Annunciation High School, he went on to earn an Associate's degree from...

Feb 17, 2026

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James F. "Jimmy" Buchino, a 45-year resident of the North End of Boston and formerly of Charlestown, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at his home in the North End. He was 90 years of age. Jimmy was born in Boston on October 23, 1935, a son of the late Francis X. Buchino and Constance...

Feb 16, 2026

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Mary A. (Downes) Mechan, 96 years of age on February 16, 2026, passed away peacefully in her beloved home with her family. A proud, lifelong Charlestown native, she was married for 59 years to the late Robert A. (Bud) Mechan. Cherished mother of Ellen Ander of Randolph, MA, Bob Mechan of Edemeston, NY, Brian Mechan of Charlestown and...

Feb 15, 2026

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Melba (Reyes) Zarate, a longtime resident of Charlestown, entered into eternal life on Sunday, February 15, 2026 in her home following a brief illness. She was 82 years of age. Melba was born in Manila, Philippines on September 1, 1943, a daughter of the late Gelacio Reyes and Victoria (Angeles) Reyes. She grew up in Tarlac, Philippines where...

Feb 13, 2026

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Jan W. Plewa, a resident of Charlestown and formerly of Poland, entered into eternal life on Friday, February 13, 2026 in his home in Charlestown, following a brief illness. He was 66 years of age. Jan was born in Zakopane, Poland on April 7, 1959, a son of the late Jozef Plewa and Bronislawa (Kowalczyk) Plewa. He grew...

Feb 10, 2026

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CHANGE OF SERVICES DUE TO WEATHER: JANINE'S FUNERAL MASS WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026, AT 11 A.M. VISITING HOURS ARE ON SUNDAY. Janine M. Bryant, a special child of God, a resident of Malden and formerly of Charlestown, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at the Massachusetts General Hospital. She was 68...