Marie Andrée Chery Salomon aka Marraine was born on March 18, 1930 in Port au Prince, Haiti from Jeanne Vestal and Lenord Chery. She attended Mrs Fortuna Guery and Colimon Boisson Schools. She worked as an auxiliary nurse. An excellent seamstress she was always in fashion. Marraine became a successful business entrepreneur and worked hard to support her 2 children Yves and Eveline and the countless god children she had. Very well known for her generosity, some of her friend nicknamed her madan by. In 1971 Marraine left Haiti and settle in Boston in search of a better life for her family. She joined the First Haitian Baptist Church as an active member until her passing. It is in Boston that, in 1973, Marraine married the late Antoine Salomon. From now on, Marraine was known as Sr. Salomon for the rest of her earthly life. Beside of her church activities Sr Salomon worked as a clinical assistant until her retirement. She had always worked at night and dedicated her day time for the care of her granddaughter Daphné. Very shy in public, Sr. Salomon had a sense of humor in her closed circle. She could unexpectedly make you laugh with her joke and old sayings proverbs. Sr. Salomon was member of many groups at her church. She is among the pioneer who paved the way for the Haitians community of faith. A prayer warrior, Sr. Salomon was also an avid learner of all Bible related subjects. Her collection of books on Bible related theme reflects her lifestyle and hobby.  She enjoyed traveling and taking part in missionary group work like the AMJCH. Sr. Salomon had a passion for helping the less fortunate. Often, she would go the extra mile to help someone she barely knows. Sr Salomon was a compassionate and generous soul.  A devoted Mother, Granma and great Granma. An auntie to many and a dear sister she will be greatly missed by those she left grieving.  Marie Andrée Salomon is survived by her children minister Yves Pierre-Louis and his wife Marlene, Evelyne Pierre-Louis Lamour, grandchildren Ketteline, Daphné and her spouse James Pierre, Natalie, Joanne Pierre-louis. Her great grandchildren Loraine Jules  Victoria, Daniel et Ariana Pierre, Ludovic Blanc her brothers and sisters Rev. Fritz Álvarez and Mrs. Philomene Alvarez, Emmanuel Alvarez  and his wife, Jean Crevecoeur Chery and wife Micheline, Liliane Chery, Janilia Chery and husband Riché Andris, Mrs. Milhiane Chery, her nephews and nieces Mrs. Rose Laure St Fleur, Mrs. Sherly St Fleur, Mrs. Ludmilla Chery, Nadine Alvarez, her cousins Ronald Laguerre, Tania Laguerre, Aline Laguerre, Julian Laguerre, Mrs. Irma Vestal St Jean, Mrs. Margarethe McDonald.

Funeral Service in the Boston Missionary Baptist Church, 336 Dudley St., Roxbury, Saturday, February 17 at 10 o’clock. Visiting Hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington St., DORCHESTER LOWER MILLS, Friday, February 16 6-8 pm. Interment Fairview Cemetery, Hyde Park.

Francis L. Tierney,  formerly of Dorchester, in Abington, died Feb. 10,2017.

Frank was born February 22, 1937, in Winthrop , MA.  Frank was educated in the Boston Public School System.  He was a Dorchester resident for the majority of his life prior to living at Marina Bay Skilled Nursing Facility and finally at Roland House in Abington where he has resided for the last ten years.

Frank was a member of St. Ambrose Church, Dorchester.  He loved reading, often going to the library and checking out three to four bags of books at a time. He was a big fan of Thomas the Train. He loved animals and playing baseball in his youth.  Frank was also well known for his politeness.

Frank worked at Community Work Service in the mailroom. He also later worked as an  assembler at firm in Braintree.

Frank was the beloved son of the late Frank L. Tierney and Ruth M. (Queenan) Tierney. Brother of the late Nancy Tierney and Larry Tierney.  Dear friend of LaRhonda Summons of Dorchester and  her children, Alex Chris and Brittany who knew him  as “Uncle Frank”,  all of Dorchester. Long time friend William Appleyard of Malden. His “Doctor” friend Michael Roberts of Hanover.  His  numerous cousins  and the staff at Roland House 1, Road to Responsibility.

Prayer Service in the Dolan & Chapman Funeral Home, 5 Canton Ave., MILTON VILLAGE , Tuesday, February 20 at 11 o’clock. Visitation  10 – 11 am.  Interment Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree.

If desired contributions in Frank’s memory may be sent to Alzheimer’s Association, 309 Waverley Oaks Road, Waltham, MA 02452 .

Jane A. Kerr, of Milton, died at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, Milton, Sunday January 28, 2018.

Born in Quincy, she was raised in Milton and graduated from Milton High School, Class of 1952, Fitchburg State College and Burbank School of Nursing, Class of 1957. Jane earned her Masters Degree in Nursing from Boston University.

She taught nursing at Fitchburg State College, was the director of nursing for Fitchburg Visiting Nurses Association and worked  at various nursing homes. She returned to Milton in 1995. She enjoyed working on her computer, discovering the early days of the internet and was an avid reader.

Daughter of the late John R. and Mabel V. (McKinnon) Kerr. Sister of Gordon Kerr of Weymouth and the late John Kerr and Malcolm Kerr. Jane is survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to a graveside service at Milton Cemetery, Friday February 16 at 10:30 am. Please meet at the Main Entrance on Centre Street.

Loylee (Hunt) Murray was born on June 1, 1929 at Cox Piece, St. Mary’s, Jamaica to Agatha P. and Elias Hunt. She attended Donnington Elementary School, after graduation she became a dressmaker.  After graduation, she became a dressmaker and had 2 children. She would later marry Osbourne Murray and produce 7 children.

“Aunt Lee”, as she was affectionately called, worked very hard to take care of her family. After years of hard work she was able to migrate to the U.S. in the early 80’s and lived in Boston, MA. She was able to gain employment in the hotel industry and remained employed there until she retired.

Loylee Murray passed away on January 23, 2018 after a long illness. She leaves behind her children, Carl Bruff, Joy  Bruff Hawkins, Locksley Murray, Courtney Murray, Lloyd Murray, Joan Murray, Cleve Murray, and June Murray. She is also survived by her sister, Immelda Green and brother, Ivanhoe Campbell and host of grandchildren and great grandchildren. Aunt Lee will join her family members who predeceased her. Her 2 sons  Ripton and Dave Murray, her parents, 2 brothers and 2 sisters of blessed memory. Loylee will be sadly missed by all.

“Your purpose lord we cannot tell but all is well that’s done by thee”

Visiting hours will be held on Monday, February 19 at the Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington St., DORCHESTER, LOWER MILLS, from 4-6pm. The Funeral Service will begin immediately after 6pm. Relatives and friends invited.

Joseph L. McKeen, of Milton, February 9, 2018.

Beloved husband of the late Agatha F. (Gear) McKeen. Loving son of the late Joseph Leo and Mary Frances (Guiney) McKeen.  Devoted brother of Francis S. McKeen of FL, Mary T. Kelly of Quincy and the late David J. McKeen and Paul J. McKeen.  Joseph is survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grand nephews.

Joseph was born in South Boston.  He was a lifetime licensed electrician and a member of the Massachusetts Electrical Contractors Association.  Joseph enjoyed attending car races, visiting casinos and loved watching old TV series.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in Saint Agatha Church, on Tuesday February 13 at 10:30 AM.  Visitation at the Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Ave., EAST MILTON SQUARE, from 9:00-10:00 AM on Tuesday morning.  Relatives and friends invited.  Interment Milton Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Joseph’s memory can go to: Prayers for Charlotte, Inc. P.O.Box 850833, Braintree, MA. 02185

Marie Viergella Joachim (maiden name Joseph) known to family and friends as Vierge passed away at the age of 65 years old on February 1, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Vierge was born to Alexis and Glouriese on February 24, 1952 in Croix-des-Bouquets, Haiti. Vierge was well educated, goal-driven, selfless and strong-willed. Her professional career was as a Laboratory Technician and Phlebotomist.

Vierge loved cooking, sewing, volunteering and attending church, singing and often was the mediator when conflicts arise between family and friends.

As a mother, Vierge encouraged her children to pursue their education and follow their dreams. She taught her children to be opinionated, strong-willed, understanding, and a good samaritan.

Vierge was preceded in death by her parents Alexis Desire and Glouriese Joseph. She is survived by: her husband of 24 years Jean Pierre Joachim; her sister Antoinette Desire; daughters Viergelyn Chery-Reed and Mirlene Chery; son Jimmy Joachim; her grandchildren Berlin Magny and Tristan Chery-Reed.

Rather than mourn the death of Marie Viergella Joachim, she wanted her family and friends to remember her as the a graceful, spirited and loving person that she was and the legacy she passes on to her children, grandchildren and so on.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a visitation on Friday, February 9, 2018. In the Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington Street, DORCHESTER LOWER MILLS, from 7:00 ~ 9:00 PM. Funeral Service at Boston Missionary Baptist Church, Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 9:00 AM.

Joseph Isaiah Howe Of Orlando FL, passed away at his home, in the company of family and loved ones on January 21, 2018 12:05pm.

Joseph is survived by his wife Elsie, daughters Charlene Bufong, Valerie Howe, Jean Weekes, sons Franklyn, Vincent, and Kevin Howe, his sisters Catherine and Lizzie, his brother James, Dyer, and Johnny, and many loving Grand-Children, Great Grand-Children, and both immediate an extended family. Joseph was a caring husband, partner, Grandfather, Great-Grand father, brother, and friend to all.

Funeral services will be at The Greenwood Methodist Church, 378 Washington St. Dorchester on Saturday February 10^th, 2018: Viewing from 10am-11am, service from 11am-12pm. Joseph will be laid to rest at Oak Lawn Cemetery, located at 427 Cummins Hwy, Boston, Ma 02131

H. Joanne Rogers (Dunn) lifelong resident of Milton died on February 2, 2018 at home surrounded by her family.

Beloved wife of the late Milton G. Rogers.  Loving mother of JoAnne ‘Jody” Leveroni and her husband Timothy of Milton, Jonathan E. Rogers and his wife Maryellen of Scituate, Bradford A. Rogers of Milton, Milton G. Rogers, Jr. of Canton and Richard W. Rogers and his wife Susan of Milton.  Cherished  grandmother of Jacqueline Noyes, Timothy Leveroni, Nicholas Rogers and Abigail Rogers  and 2 great-grandchildren.

JoAnne was born and raised in Dorchester.  She attended and graduated from St. Gregory High School in Dorchester and Vesper George Art School in Boston.  After working for many years at the Paper Center in Boston as an assistant manager, Joanne worked for Blue Cross/ Blue Shield retiring in 2007 as special accounts manager.  An exceptional artist and good athlete she competed avidly into her early 80’s.  The cornerstone of her life was her family, hosting the holidays and entertaining.  She will be cherished and missed by all who had the pleasure to have known her.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours on Wednesday February 7, 2018, 5:00-8:00PM in the Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, East Milton.  A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday February 8, 2018 at 11:00  in the Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON SQUARE.  Interment in Milton Cemetery, Milton.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The American Cancer Society.

Claire Ellen McCarthy of Milton died February 2, 2018.

Beloved sister of Eileen Walsh of West Roxbury and Maureen McCarthy  of Milton.  Cherished aunt of  Erin Dewitt and her husband Jack  of Louisiana.  Claire is also lovingly survived by one great nephew J.B.

Claire was born in Boston.   She worked for various school districts over the years.  Her last role was  Superintendant of Schools in Stoughton.   Claire enjoyed traveling, spending  her winters in Naples, Florida and summers  on Cape Cod in Harwich.  She was an extremely  social person who loved cooking and entertaining friends and family.  Most of all Claire enjoyed spending time with her niece and her family whom she loved so much.   She will be missed by all who have known and loved her.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday February 6 at 10:00am in Most Precious Blood Church, Hyde Park.  Visiting hours on Monday 4-8PM in the Dolan Funeral Home, EAST MILTON SQUARE.  Interment in Milton Cemetery, Milton.

Barbara F. (Connelly) Prazak, of Milton, February 2, beloved wife of the late Joseph T. Prazak. Devoted mother of Marion A. Assagaier of Sydney, Australia, Barbara K. Prazak, M.D. of Wellfleet and John J. Prazak of Milton. Loving grandmother of Joel and Kareem Assagaier and Daniel and Charlotte Goldberg.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in Saint Mary of the Hills Church, on Thursday February 8 at 10:30 AM.  Visitation at the Dolan & Chapman Funeral Home, 5 Canton Ave., MILTON VILLAGE, from 9:00-10:00 AM on Thursday morning.  Relatives and friends invited.  Interment Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne.