Leo F. Mooney, of Avon, formerly of Dorchester, age 85,  October 28, 2016.

Beloved husband of the late Kathryn T. (McDonough) Mooney. Loving father of Leo F. Mooney of Stoughton, Paul M. Mooney and his wife Sandra of Randolph, Eileen M. Mooney of Dorchester and Kevin P. Mooney of Avon. Brother of Claudia Woolf of Hyde Park, and the late Arthur and Charles Mooney. Leo is also survived by 6 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends invited to attend visitation on Wednesday 3:00 – 7:00 PM at Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington Street, DORCHESTER LOWER MILLS. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Elizabeth’s Church, Milton Thursday November 3rd at 10:00 AM. Interment Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne at 12:45 PM.

Leo was a U.S. Army Veteran, Korean Conflict, retired N.E. Telephone Co and Verizon  NT & T. with 41 years of service, a member of the Knights of Columbus Dorchester, Council  107 for over 50 years,  Eucharistic Minister 10 years at St. Elizabeth’s Church, Milton and Milton Hospital.

In lieu of flowers the family would like donations in Leo’s memory to be made to Brockton Visiting Nurse’s Assoc. 500 Belmont Street Suite 200 Brockton, MA 02301-4985.

Silvia M. Acosta, of Quincy, October 28, 2016.

Beloved wife of the late Rafael Acosta.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Sacred Heart Church, Weymouth Landing, Monday October 31, at 11:00 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hour at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON SQUARE, Monday 10:00 – 11:00 AM. Interment Pine Hill Cemetery, West Quincy.

Rosalie V. (Cucchiara) Branton, of Quincy, passed away peacefully from heart failure, surrounded by her family who adored her on October 27, 2016.  She was 93 years old.

Beloved wife of the late Charles T. Branton formerly of Quincy and Philadelphia, she was a devoted and loving mother of Carol Branton of Quincy, Virginia Lizotte and her husband Ed of Braintree, Margaret Watson and her husband Paul Gearin of Scituate, Joan Sweeney and her husband Peter of Scituate, William Branton and his wife Ann of Scituate.  Rosalie was an adored Nonnie to her grandchildren Acadia Jewett and her husband Dave, Thomas Watson, his wife Caroline, and their son Wyatt, William Branton, Rosalie Branton, and Oliva Branton.  She is survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends.

Roslaie was born in Dorchester to Peter and Vincenza (Sferruzza) Cucchiara.  She was the loving sister to the late Anthony Cucchiara and his wife Helen, Vita Ziniti and her husband Charles, Frank Cucchiara and his wife Elena.

In addition to raising five children and running a loving household, Rosalie worked at RH Stearns and was the manager of the executive dining room at the Old New England Merchant’s National bank in Boston.  She was a Brownie and Girl Scout leader at St. Anne’s Neponset and a Eucharistic Minister for many years at St. Mary’s in Quincy.

Rosalie was an outgoing and generous person with a sparkling personality.  She was a member of Quincy’s Ward 4 social club and a member of the Guild for the Quincy Symphony Orchestra.  A wonderful cook, hostess, and seamstress, Rosalie made beautiful clothing for all her children (including outfits for her girl’s dolls).  She was energetic, resourceful, and a wonderful role model to her family especially in her ability to love and care for those close to her.  She was admired and respected for the remarkable way she cared for those close to her.  She was admired and respected for the remarkable way she cared for her husband Charlie during the difficult years he suffered with Parkinson’s Disease.

Rosalie enjoyed many family trips to NYC to attend performances at the Metropolitan Opera.  She enjoyed singing old songs with friends and family.  She and Charlie raised a happy, loyal, and loving family which is their greatest legacy.  She will be treasured and missed forever.

There will be a viewing Sunday evening from 4 to 7 o’clock at 460 Granite Avenue in Milton, with the funeral service Monday morning at 10 o’clock at Saint Mary’s Church in West Quincy.

Chandler, Frances (Wood) of Boston died on October 21, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Willie Chandler. Loving mother of Sam Chandler of Boston and the late Bishop Chandler.   Sister of Bishop H. Ward and Rose Worthy both of South Carolina and the late Mannie Teeter and Sarah Dawkins. Dear grandmother of 3 grandchildren.

Frances worked for Sears & Roebuck Company for many years retiring. She will be missed by allwho had the pleasure to have known her.

Complete arrangements to follow.

Ruth E. (Collins) Coleman, of Ocean Ridge, FL, formerly of Milton, October 24, 2016.

Ruth was born in Quincy, graduated from North Quincy High School and attended Sargent College/Boston University. She is a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and former member of the Milton Women’s Club.

Wife of the late John J. Coleman. Ruth leaves her daughter Janis R. Powell and her husband Michael, her son Gregory J. Coleman and his wife Elisabeth. She was predeceased by another son, Michael J. Coleman. She also leaves her grandchildren Michael and John Powell, Gregory, Hannah and Tyler Coleman and two great-grandchildren Elise and John Powell. Sister of John E. Collins Jr. and the late Lois M. Mineo.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Elizabeth Church, Reedsdale Road at Randolph Avenue, Milton, Saturday October 29 at 11:00 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours omitted. Interment Milton Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to Dr. Reisa Sperling’s Clinical Alzheimer’s Research at Brigham & Women’s Hospital, c/o Brigham & Women’s Hospital Development Office, 116 Huntington Avenue 3rd Fl., Boston, MA 02116.

Celebrating the Life of Papa Charles…

Mr. Charles “Papa Charles” Fordham was born March 7, 1925. He was born to the proud parents of Samuel and Essie Mae Fordham in Bleckley County Georgia.

He left Georgia and joined the United States Navy.  He served from July 28, 1943 to January 4, 1946.  During his time in the Navy he met and fell in love with Ethel Little John, whom he married shortly after leaving the military.  Their union produced a junior, Charles Fordham Owens in September 1952.  Unfortunately, Marie passed away leaving her only son and her husband.

Mr. Fordham later retired from the United States Navy after several years of faithful service.  After his retirement from service, he decided to move to Massachusetts and connect with his only son.  Upon moving to Massachusetts, he was a domestic partner with Ruth where they lived in Dorchester, MA.  It was not long before he finally hit the jackpot in 1977 and he met the love of his life, Gladys Curry.

He was a natural entrepreneur and worked primarily for himself.  For anyone that knew Papa Charles or Chu Chu, they knew he liked to do what he liked, when he liked to do it.  So he earned a living doing a variety of things where he was the boss!

Papa Charles, as he was called, earned the respect of everyone he came in contact with.  He was especially funny and kind to the ladies.  He joined the Masonic Hiram Lodge #14.  He was elevated to Master Mason on January 6, 2006.  He was a dedicated member of the organization with his lodge brothers and he was also a member of the pool hall on Shawmut Avenue.

Charles Fordham devoted his life and legacy to his family. Charles was preceded in death by his soulmate Gladys Curry of Dorchester, MA.  He leaves to cherish his memory: siblings Robert Lee Fordham of Macon Georgia; Bessie Mae Dinkins of Jones County Georgia; and his first cousin, James Taylor of New Jersey.  He also has a host of nieces, nephews and extended family that loved him dearly.

Papa Charles was the biological father of two children; Charles Fordham Owens of South Easton, MA. and Delores Square of East Point, GA.  He was also a father to seven other children who he loved and cared for; Gail Curry Young of Dorchester, MA.; Barbara Curry of Randolph, MA.; Lynn Morton of Mattapan, MA., Willie Curry of Mattapan, MA.; Jerome Curry of Dorchester, MA.; Vinson Curry of Roxbury, MA.; and Freddie Curry of Springfield, MA.

Papa Charles was fortunate to have six grandchildren and a host of great-grandchildren.

While he lies in peaceful sleep, his memory we shall always keep

Family and friends invited to attend visitation on Friday 9:00-11:00am in the Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington Street, DORCHESTER LOWER MILLS.  A Funeral Home Service will follow at 11:00am.  Burial in Mount Hope Cemetery, Boston.

Jean M. Barry passed away peacefully October 22, after a period of declining health, surrounded by her family who adored her.

After raising 4 kids, with incredible energy and enthusiasm, she began her career in car sales with Boch Oldsmobile in the early 1970’s. Jean was one of Massachusetts’ first car saleswomen and eventually continued in private concierge car sales.

In addition to her love of family, cars and horses, Jean was an avid golfer, both in in competitive tournaments and family play. She enjoyed many great years of golf, playing at Lost Brook Golf Club, Wollaston Golf Club and eventually Wampatuck Golf Club.

The grand-kids: Donald and Bradford Reycroft, Jean Dowling, Elizabeth Collins, Lawrence Barry IV, and Molly Barry, who were introduced to golf at early ages and loved their adventures with “J.J.” The great grand-kids: Leo and Abe Dowling, Anna, Braelynn and Bradford Reycroft Jr. They loved to visit and “experience” J.J. ‘s house.

Jean was a member of Milton’s Women’s Club, through which she also volunteered in the Milton schools’ preventative health screening program. She was an avid reader, with an unquenchable propensity for history and politics. She was also a fabulous story-teller! (Fact or Fiction!)

Jean had a wonderful network of friends and was generous; often cooking and dropping off home-cooked meals to them if they were ill. Dinner parties sometimes featured the well known roast beef and gravy.

During her illness, Jean was blessed and grateful for extraordinary daily care by Christina, Darlene, Cathy, and Jackie. They shared a mutual love for each other.

She will be forever remembered for her love of life, laughter and wit. It’s been said: “The only thing she missed in life was diphtheria.”

Jean was the beloved wife of Lawrence J. Barry , Jr. Devoted mother of L. Joseph Barry, III of Brookline, Susan Reycroft of Norfolk, Thomas M. Barry of Weymouth and Brian Barry of Medfield.  Also survived by 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.  Daughter of the late Mary and Joseph McNeill & Biological parents Ruth and Frederick Gourley.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Elizabeth’s Church, Milton, Friday October 28 at 10:00 AM. Visiting hours in at Dolan & Chapman Funeral Home, 5 Canton Avenue, MILTON VILLAGE, Thursday 4 – 8 pm. Interment Private.

In lieu of flowers donations in Jean’s name may be sent to Rosie’s Place, 889 Harrison Ave., Boston, MA 02118.

Richard J. Gross, of Boston, from complications of diabetes, August 30, 2016.

Son of the late Richard and Marguerite (Colleran) Gross.

Born in Boston and raised in Dorchester, Richard was a former cab driver and retail salesman at Filene’s Dept. Store, Boston. He had a great sense of style and enjoyed dressing well.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Anthony Shrine, 100 Arch Street, Boston, Wednesday October 26 at 10:00 AM. Relatives and friends invited.

Virginia  (Nash) Curcio of Milton, Oct 18.

Virginia’s love of life was music and entertainment. As a 4 year old, she was able to play the piano by ear. Early in her career she traveled with bands across New England and the Mid-West. She never stopped being an entertainer; she was still singing and telling jokes until just before she died at the age of 97.Virginia lived most of her life in Milton and was a longtime member of the Parkway Methodist Church.

For the last five years she lived at the Marina Bay Nursing Center in Quincy, where she called herself the Unofficial Greeter and Social Director for   people moving into the facility. She was known for her colorful personality, her jokes and singing and of course, jewelry and scarves!  She loved where she lived and as she was failing in the hospital, her wish was “to come home to her people” at Marina Bay. She died surrounded by people she loved and who loved her.

Virginia was beloved sister of the late Ruth Nelson. Devoted Aunt of John Nelson of CA, Linda McVay of Chatham, Jane Nelson of Squantum and Robert Nelson of Norwell. She leaves 8 great nieces and nephews, 6 great-great nieces and nephews, and by the many staff at Marina Bay who loved her as she loved them.

Funeral Service in the Dolan & Chapman Funeral Home, 5 Canton Ave., MILTON VILLAGE, Sun. Oct. 23, at 2 o’clock. Visitation  1-2 pm prior to the service. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers donations in Virginia’s name may be sent to the Milton Residents Fund, 535 Canton Ave., Milton, MA 02186.

Odeth Monteiro of Easton passed away suddenly on  Monday, October 17, 2016. Beloved daughter of Alfredo and the late Clementina Monteiro. Loving mother of Grace Monteiro. She is also survived by her siblings: Salomao Monteiro, Fernando Monteiro, Lina DaCosta, Elias Monteiro, and Elizabeth Monteiro. Visiting hours will be held Thursday, October 20 at the Dolan Funeral Home 460 Granite Ave., EAST MILTON SQUARE from 5-8PM. The Funeral Service will be Friday, October 21 at the funeral home at 11AM. Interment at New Calvary Cemetery.