William H. "Bill" Nehill
Jun 17, 2026
William “Bill” Nehill went home to God on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. He was 81 years of age.
Bill was born in Troy, NY on December 13, 1944, a son of the late Arthur F. and Myrtle Nehill. He grew up in Troy where his mom, a nurse at the hospital behind the family home, played “pitch and catch” with him...
Deborah M. "Debbie" (McNamara) Biggins
Jun 15, 2026
Deborah M. "Debbie"(McNamara) Biggins, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, entered into eternal life suddenly on Monday, June 15, 2026. She was 69 years old.
Debbie was born in Somerville on November 12, 1956, a daughter of the late Richard McNamara and Edda (Brisson) McNamara. She grew up in Charlestown where she attended St. Mary's Parochial School and graduated from St. Rose...
Retired Boston Firefighter David C. Johnson
Jun 10, 2026
Retired Boston Firefighter David C. Johnson, a 58-year resident of Medford and formerly of Charlestown entered into eternal life on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at his home in Medford. He was 83 years of age.
David was born in Boston on April 19, 1943, a son of the late Carl W. Johnson and Agnes (McGonagle) Johnson. He grew up in Charlestown...
Robert Emmett “Bob” O'Leary
Jun 10, 2026
Robert Emmett O'Leary “Bob”, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at his home on June 10, 2026. Born on June 8, 1944, Bob lived a full and devoted life marked by dedication, kindness, and a steadfast commitment to both his community and family.
Robert was a retired Assistant Clerk of the Massachusetts Trial Court, having devoted 44 years...
Karen Connolly
Jun 6, 2026
Karen Connolly, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, entered into eternal life on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. She was 63 years of age.
Karen was born in Boston on May 13, 1963, a daughter of the late John J. Connolly and Fern (Titcomb) Connolly. She grew up in Charlestown where she was educated in the Boston...
Maureen C. (Arbuckle) Condon
Jun 5, 2026
Maureen Catherine (Arbuckle) Condon, of Holliston and former resident of Charlestown, entered into eternal life and peace on June 5th, 2026, at the age of 89 in Lexington after complications of an unexpected illness.
Maureen was the beloved daughter of the late John Arbuckle and Marie (Weddleton) Arbuckle. Maureen grew up in Charlestown and graduated from Charlestown High School. After high...
Michael G. "Mike" Howell
Jun 4, 2026
Michael G. "Mike" Howell, a lifelong resident of Charlestown and a proud Townie, entered into eternal life on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at his home following a courageous battle with cancer. He was 65 years old.
Mike was born in Boston on April 29, 1961, a son of the late Donald F. Howell and Mary Ellen (Wrenn) Howell. He grew up...
Lena (Cacicio) Doherty
May 31, 2026
Lena (Cacicio) Doherty, lovingly known simply as “Nana” to nearly everyone who knew her, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2026, at the age of 94, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born in Boston’s West End on September 14, 1931, Lena was the daughter of the late Augustino Cacicio and Eileen (Sacramona) Cacicio and was raised in Charlestown —...
Maureen (Gaffney) Lavely
May 28, 2026
Maureen Gaffney Lavely, of Charlestown, MA, died on May 28, 2026, at age 91. Born May 2, 1935, she was raised in The Bronx, New York, daughter of Harold and Dorothy Ahders Gaffney. Predeceased by husband Henry as well as former husband Donald Koeller. Survived by daughter Kathryn Marie Koeller Bosworth, husband Charles and their children Rebecca Sobon, her husband...
Hanorah M. "Nonie" (Burke) Gaffney
May 24, 2026
Hanorah Marie (Burke) Gaffney, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed away in Leominster Hospital on May 24, 2026 at the age of 90 years old. Norah was born on the family homestead in Ring, Co. Waterford, Ireland on September 1st, 1935. Affectionately called “Nonie” by her parents, Brigid and James, she was the second oldest of five children and a...
Carol A. McGonagle
May 24, 2026
Carol A. McGonagle, a resident of Wakefield and former 22-year resident of Saugus and longtime resident of Charlestown, entered into eternal life unexpectedly on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Melrose-Wakefield Hospital in Melrose. She was 81 years of age.
Carol was born in Somerville on June 14, 1944, a daughter of the late James H. McGonagle and Helen (O'Connell) McGonagle. She...
Mary Rose (Sullivan) Carroll
May 19, 2026
Mary Rose (Sullivan) Carroll, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, entered into eternal life by accident on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at her home. She was 71 years of age.
Mary was born in Boston on July 13, 1954, a daughter of the late Daniel J. Sullivan Jr. and Mary R. (Robbins) Sullivan. She grew up in Charlestown where she attended St....
Diane R. (Johnson) Sullivan
May 14, 2026
Diane R. (Johnson) Sullivan, a 20 year resident of Winthrop and formerly of Medford and Charlestown, entered into eternal life on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at Blue Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center in Stoughton. She was 76 years of age.
Diane was born in Somerville on February 25, 1950, a daughter of the late Harry Johnson and Catherine (O'Rourke) Johnson. She...
Sharon A. (McNeil) Fitzgerald LPN
May 13, 2026
Sharon A. (McNeil) Fitzgerald LPN, a 55-year resident of Billerica and formerly of Charlestown, entered into eternal life unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at her home in Billerica. She was 78 years of age.
Sharon was born in Somerville on November 2, 1947, a daughter of the late retired Boston Firefighter James A. McNeil and Mildred E. "Millie" (Austin) McNeil....
Mary M. (Babcock) Sexton
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...
Michael J. Farris
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....
Anne M. Kavanagh
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...
Freda M. (Hoppes) Getherall
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...
Michael J. "Micky" Millerick
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...
William J. "Billy" Bowman
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...
