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Ramon (Cutty) Jones

1983 – 2021
Loving Father and Friend

Ramon Luis Jones, or “Cutty”, was called home by his Lord and Savior on Monday, October 11,2021. Born on March 19, 1983 in Boston, Massachusetts, Ramon was the only child born to the late Anita L. Jones and Stedman Bramble. Ramon was the apple of his m …

Nancy L. Callender

1951 – 2021
Beloved Daughter, Sister, Mother and Grandmother

Nancy Lee Callender was born April 18, 1951 in Brookline, Massachusetts. Nancy was the mother of Laurisa Claytor-Cadman and son George Roger Freeman, III. She was a devoted loving Nanny to Assata Claytor, Jourdan Freeman and Jarrell Freeman and great-g …

Ojinna Lansana

1949 – 2021
Beloved teacher, family man, and friend

Beloved former Boston teacher Ojinna “OJ” Lansana of Newton, died of a cerebral hemorrhage on June 21, 2021. He was 71. OJ, born Louis Shine, grew up in Boston’s South End.  He experienced racial violence and other traumas that could have embittered hi …

Marianne Harkless Diabate

1958 – 2021
Dancer, Educator, Visionary

Marianne Harkless Diabate, of Milton, Massachusetts, passed away suddenly in Boston on May 12, due to complications from treatment for lymphoma – a shocking and heartbreaking confirmation to her many loved ones that there was, in fact, a limit to what …

Charles C. Leoney

1949 – 2021

Charles Clifford Leoney, beloved son of Mary Towns Leoney and the late Charles O. Leoney, was born in Boston, Massachusetts on January 4, 1949. He was a life-long resident of Boston and was affectionately known as “Charlie” by his family and friends. H …

Walter Joe Bass

Walter Joe Bass

1932 – 2021

Walter Joe Bass | February 27, 1932 – March 10, 2021, Boston, MA Born to Emma Norman Bass Sallee and Elvin Bass in Columbia, MO, Joe Bass or “Unca Jo,” as he was affectionately known lived life to the fullest and departed this life on his own terms.  H …

Robert H. Minors

1935 – 2021
Beloved family member in Vietnam War Veteran

We regretfully announce the passing of Robert Harold Minors of Roslindale Massachusetts formerly of St. David’s Bermuda.  Pre-deceased by Parents:  James “Jimmy” Minors; Lottie Ianthia Minors Sister: Dora Hollis, Sister In-Law: Terry Minors Pre-decease …

Darryl Vincent Tattum

1961 – 2021

Darryl Vincent Tatum December 12, 1961 to January 29, 2021 Somerville, MA Darryl had a magnanimous personality.  His 2000-Watt smile drew people to him.  He was such a compassionate and giving man.  It was an honor and gift to be considered his friend. …

Elaine Gibson

1954 – 2020
Beloved sister, daughter, aunt, mother, educator

GIBSON, Elaine Of Mattapan, November 17, 2020. Raised in Dorchester, she was the youngest of four siblings. A revolutionary, a go-getter, and graduate of Commonwealth School, Emmanuel College and Suffolk University. A dedicated educator, Elaine retired …

Wilma V. Allston-Hughes

Wilma V Allston-Hughes

1937 – 2020

In loving memory of Wilma V. Allston-Hughes.  11/5/37 – 12/25/20.  Wilma fought hard but lost her battle with with Covid 19.  Wilma was raised, educated and resided most of her life in Cambridge.  Married Robert Hughes (deceased).  Wilma was dearly lov …

Takako G. Salvi

1919 – 2020
End of an Era

Takako Grace Salvi departed this world peacefully on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Takako, better known as Taka or Dani to her family and close friends, was born on May 16, 1919 in Cambridge, Massachusetts to Grace Woods S …

Robert Martin Sr.

Robert Martin Sr.

1931 – 2020
Beloved Father – Uncle – Grandfather

Robert Martin Sr. went home to glory on Friday, December 11, 2020 at the age of 89. He lived in Marlborough, Massachusetts until his passing. Robert Sr. was born on March 25, 1931. He was one of nine children born to Lucy and Jared (Jerry) Martin in Ev …