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Daniel F. Hogan of Norwood passed away on January 17, 2022 after a hard battle with lung disease and cancer. Son of the late Francis and Dorothy Hogan, he leaves behind his beloved wife of 37 year, Nancy Songin-Hogan, his sons, Luke and Zack, their girlfriends, Kelsey and Rachel, and his older sons Daniel and Scott. He also leaves his siblings Bobby and Patty and their families. He also leaves his grandsons, Sean, Thomas, and Eric, and many nieces and nephews. Born in Fort Lauderdale, Dan lived in many places; Florida, California, and Rhode Island, but Norwood was his true home town. Dan served in the Marines and, “Once a Marine, Always a Marine.” He was proud of his military service. Dan leaves many friends, some from his elementary school days, Norwood is like that. Dan had an “unusual” sense of humor; some understood it, some not so much, but he kept the nurses at Beth Israel laughing. An avid reader, he even connected through his reading habit with some of the BI nurses who took such great care of him until the end. An animal lover, Dan and Nancy always had many dogs and cats. His pitmix, Meatball, is already missing him. We hope Dan is somewhere running free with his late pitmix, his old buddy, Choppa. Run free, breathe free. We will miss you so much.

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Paul James Griffin, a resident of New Pond Village in Walpole, and formerly of Roslindale, died Monday, January 17, 2022 at his home in Walpole.  he was 86.  Paul was born February 27, 1935 in Brighton, Massachusetts, the son of Bartholomew and Bridget Griffin, immigrants from Ireland. Paul attended Brighton High School before enlisting in the US Army where he served untill his honorable discharge in 1961 as a Sergeant.  Paul worked as an oil burner technician and installer for MacFarlane Oil Company and then for Deveney Oil Company for 20 years until his retirement.  Paul was an avid reader and enjoyed watching movies.  He was the husband of the late Helen Emma (DiModica) Griffin for 43 years until she predeceased him in 2004.  Paul is survived by four children, Dean C. Griffin of Tewksbury, Joel P. Griffin, and his wife Janet, of Walpole, Frank J. Griffin of Health, and Sherri A. Griffin; and his four grandchildren, Shane, Ashley, Abigail, and Ava Griffin.  Visiting hours will be held Thursday, Jan 20th from 5 to 8 pm at the Folsom Funeral Home, 63 Belgrade Avenue, Roslindale.  Relative and friends are invited to attend his funeral Friday at 10 am at the funeral home followed by interment in Forest Hills Cemetery in Jamaica Plain.  In lieu of flowers donations to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284 would be appreciated. 

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September 18, 1936 – January 11, 2022

Dorothy was born Sept. 18, 1936, in Norwood, MA. She was the youngest of seven children to Oscar Ragnar Eklund (who was born in Sweden) and Elna Ali Carlson, (born in Finland). Mom was a proud first generation American citizen who loved her God, family, country and heritage. She out lived all of her siblings and parents, a testimony of how well she loved and honored her Father and Mother. While many family members and friends were ill, Sue would selflessly care for them and their families throughout the decades. This was her ministry. We affectionately called her “Florence Nightingale”! She shined caring for her loved ones. Her favorite verse was “The JOY of the LORD is my strength.” (Neh. 8:10)

She was a devoted mother to her two daughters Cheryl and Robin and her son Alan. “Gigi” cherished her grandchildren Nicole Marie and Christopher Daniel as well as her beloved great granddaughters Kameron Marie, Grace Ashton, and Audrey Marie. She was overjoyed with her great-great granddaughters Kyra Nicole and Azariah Catherine Elizabeth Benjamin.

She was thrilled to see her beautiful great-great grand babies for the very first time while she was recovering. They were a breath of fresh life, just what she needed to boost her spirits!

Mother worked tirelessly throughout her life in the foodservices industry. She was always serving others. She loved to cook and bake and see her family gathered around the table for the holidays.

Mom loved to sing! She was a part of her church choirs throughout her life. She also sang with the “Sweet Adelines” and travelled for a few years competing.

Finally, we give all glory to our Heavenly Father because mother NEVER had covid nor was she ever vaccinated. We believe in the power of the blood of our Lord Jesus Christ by whose stripe we have been healed. (Is. 53: 5; 1 Pe. 2:24).

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Thomas David Lloyd Sr., a resident of Norwood, Massachusetts, passed away in his home surrounded by his loving family on January 12, 2022. He was 81.  Thomas was the son of the late Thomas William and Marjorie Grace (Hill) Lloyd and was a proud graduate of North Quincy High School, Class of 1958. He served in the U.S. Air Force until 1962 and went on to become an owner of a Pepperidge Farm franchise for most of his life. Tom took great pride in his summer home on Long Island, Maine and enjoyed being near the ocean. He loved golfing, bowling, and playing cards with his “old man poker crew” on the island. At home you could find him watching his favorite Boston sports teams, The Red Sox and the New England Patriots on his TV. Tom will be remembered as a generous, kindhearted friend to those who knew him. Thomas was the husband of 50 years to the late Mary Ellen (Welch) Lloyd. He was the loving father of Thomas D. Lloyd, Jr., and his wife Jenna, of Burlington, Kelly Levesque, and her husband Thomas, of Norwood, and Lindsey Bell, and her husband Ryan, of Canton. Cherished grandfather of Michael, William, Bridie, Jordan, Ryan, and Trey, and brother of Paul Lloyd of Leonard, Texas, Douglas Lloyd of Quincy, and the late Richard Lloyd of Norwood.  Visiting hours will be held Monday, Jan 17th from 2 to 4 pm followed by a funeral service at 4 pm at the Folsom & May Funeral Home, 85 Nichols Street, Norwood.  Interment will be private.  Donations in Tom’s memory to the Joslin Diabetes Center, One Joslin Place, Boston, MA 02215 would be appreciated.

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Elaine Frances (Mahan) Carbone, a longtime resident of Hyde Park, died Saturday, January 8, 2022 at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston.  She was 75.  Elaine was born March 29, 1946 in Boston, Massachusetts, a daughter of John Vincent and Mary Helen (Malone) Mahan, immigrants from Ireland.  She graduated from Hyde Park High School with the Class of 1964.  Elaine was the wife of the late Joseph William Carbone who predeceased her in 2018and is survived by her two daughters, Julie Anne Helmar, and her husband Alan, of Norwood, and Suzanne Marie Carbone of Hyde Park; her brother, John V. Mahan Jr., and his wife Marlene, of Huntington Beach, California; her sister, Joan McLaughlin of Rockland; and her two grandchildren, Alan Joseph Helmar, and Elizabeth Alayne Helmar; as well as many nieces and nephews.  Visiting hours will be held Wednesday, January 12th from 4 to 8 pm at the Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton Street, Dedham.  Relatives and friends will gather at the funeral home Thursday starting at 9 am and proceed with us to St. Pius X Church, 101 Wolcott Street, Milton for her funeral mass at 10 o clock.  Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery in West Roxbury.  In lieu of flowers donations to the American Heart Association, PO Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241 or to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105 would be appreciated. 

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Katherine Louise (Kerle) Desharnais, a resident of Hanson, and formerly of Dedham, died Friday, December 31, 2021 at her daughter’s home in Hanson.  She was 92.  Katherine was born June 29, 1929 in Boston, Massachusetts, a daughter of Louis and Mary (McCartin) Kerle.  She grew up in Jamaica Plain.  Katherine worked as an assembler of jewelry boxes for Farrington’s in Jamaica Plain and moved to office work at Stewarts, a clothing distributor in Needham, and later in Hopkinton.  Katherine was the wife of the late Edward Wilfred Desharnais to whom she was married for 52 years.  He predeceased her in 2002.  She is survived by her son, Edward W. Desharnais Jr., and his wife Lisa, of Halifax; three daughters, Diane Rusk of Hanson, Michele Frost , and her husband Brian, of South Carolina, and Renee Rusk, and her husband Robert of Florida; as well as 14 grand- children, and 5 great grandchildren. Katherine was the mother of the late Kathryn Boyden, and her late husband Robert, and was the final survivor of her five siblings, George, Frederick, Paul, and John Kerle, and Virginia Danforth.  Visiting hours will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 am Monday morning, January 10, 2022 at the Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton Street, Dedham.  We will then proceed to St. Anne’s Church, 142 West Milton Street, Readville for her Mass of Christian Burial at 11 o clock.   Interment will follow in Brookdale Cemetery, Dedham.  Donations to the American Cancer Society, 3 Speen Street, Suite 205, Framingham, MA 01701 would be appreciated.  

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Rosalie A. Carlson of Readville, age 83, passed away peacefully on December 17 with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Kenneth H. Carlson. Rosalie is survived by her sons, David K. Carlson and his wife Lynn of Norton and Douglas J. Carlson of Readville, her sister Regina Putnam of Dedham and 5 grandchildren; Victoria, Ashley, Laura, Emily and Jonathan. Interment is private. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at a future date. This website will update with the information for the service when available.

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Linda A. Masterson of Sharon MA was born September 19, 1951, to the late Thomas and Rita “Pat” Kane of Westwood. Beloved wife of the late Joseph P. Masterson passed peacefully December 17, 2021 with her daughters by her side. Loving mother of Bryanne M. Bradley and husband Brian of Plymouth, and Meghan K. Gilligan and husband James of Foxborough. She was the loving Nana of Brian Joseph, Brenna, Brielle, Braelyn, Joleen and Baby Gilligan due in April. Sister of Patricia Hoey of Wareham and Francis of Jamaica Plain, the late Thomas Kane Jr. of Norwood, the late Katherine St. Cyr and Geoffrey of Norwood, Mark Kane and wife Debra of Walpole, and James Kane and Susan of Norwood. She was also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visiting hours are Tuesday December 21 from 4 pm-7 pm at Folsom Funeral Home, 649 High St. Westwood. Relatives and friends are invited to gather at the funeral home Wednesday at 8:30am and proceed with us to Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 59 Cottage St, Sharon for her funeral mass at 10 am. Interment will follow at New Westwood Cemetery.  

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November 17, 1938 – December 14, 2021

83 Years

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mr. Luckner Benjamin after a long battle with numerous sicknesses.  While this is a great tragedy, he now joins his wife of 56 years, Ismanie St.Fleur.  He was a loving, caring father to: Judithe, Margarin, Romann, Raims, Lunide, Clude & Maseline Benjamin; Bertha Seide; Widnert & Prepty Leurgiste; Marjorie & Rose-Carmene Seneide; Maritha Joseph.

He also left behind to mourn:

His only surviving brother Reynold Benjamin & wife Julienne Desrosiers.

His Grand-children: Jean-Jude Joseph, Luc Olivier Benjamin, Deborah Ann Judith Benjamin, Anaise Loann Benjamin, Aleesha Leann Benjamin, Karl Luidgy Benjamin, Valdhy Sam Antenor, Lindsay Sarah Antenor, Widna Benjamin, Luichat Benjamin, Keda Celestin Jean, Nephtalie Celestin, Rubens Presendier, Carly Joseph Seneide, Ralph Florent Seneide, Nasha Seneide, Wenonce Jane Leurgiste, Chris Moshe Leurgiste, Kerlineda Leurgiste, Anne Norah Leurgiste, Snyder Leurgiste, Christopher Thad Adonis, Leah Christie Adonis, Bradley Lentz Baptiste & Merlin Joseph.  His in-laws: Ludnie Etienne, Evita Mitial, Enoch Antenor, Linda Hilaire, Adonis Defaille, Neunonde St-Jean, Cascendre Jackson, Gulnose Fucien, & Delbert Alphonso Jean.  His longtime girlfriend and also the mother of 8 of his children: Jeannette Seneide.

His great grand-child: Casshania Joseph. His caring sister-in-law Minouse Dorvil. His beloved nieces who were providing for him since the passing of his wife: Adeline, Myrlande, Mirreille Benjamin & Florcy St-Fleur Senat; his brothers & sisters in-laws; his countless nephews & nieces; his cousins, his longtime friends: Brutus Charles, Ernest Achille, Pierre-Antoine Jacques, Reverend Pastors Peter Castin Constantin & Louis St-Dieu Phacile, Wilson Desrosiers & Yolette Augustin Joseph;  his farm workers: Elon, Zando, Ti Coyo, Annefe, Noel & Ginette. Finally all the Benjamin, St-Fleur, Moncher, Thelemaque, Desius, Augustin, Seriphin, Lebrun, Desrosiers, Antenor,, Adonis, Hilaire & Fucien

Visitation for Luckner will be held on Sunday, December 26, 2021, from 6-8PM, at the Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton St., Dedham, MA 02026. Relatives and friends are also invited to attend his Funeral Mass on Monday, December 27, 2021 at 10AM at Boston’s Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 1545 Tremont St., Boston, MA 02120. Masks will be required at the funeral home and at church. Burial will be private. A repast after mass will be held at the New Jerusalem Evangelical Baptist Church, 871 N. Main St., Randolph, Ma.

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DONNA MARIE TESSARI Boston, MA “Ms. Donna” died unexpectedly December 4, 2021 at home. She was born on February 5, 1952 in Boston, the third daughter of the late Olga and Victor Tessari. She shared her early home life with sisters Linda, Eileen, and Christine, and brothers Vic, Gerard, and James. Scholastically, she attended St. Mathews Elementary, St. Gregory’s High School, and Boston State College. She worked many jobs through the years, until settling for restaurant service @ Cafe Vendome and The Magic Pan for twelve years in the Seventies and Eighties. In a major career shift, she became a U.S. Postal Employee in 1986, working in Cambridge, Boston GMF, Jamaica Plain, and finally Roslindale, which lasted until her retirement in 2019. Donna shared her entire adult life with her darling sweetheart, soulmate, and husband Curt Naihersey, for fifty-two years living a dedicated devotion to total love, co-existence, and endearing continuity. As a couple, their home in Hyde Park was always open for impressionable artistic /musical adventures and culinary gatherings. Their combined lives were filled with joy and wonder and commitment to family and friends. A True Love Story. In her recent years, Donna dedicated herself to cooking, gardening, painting, and photography. Her dinners were inventive and exquisite, her garden was aglow with flowers and plants, and her latest art and photos achieved new recognition. Her passing will remain a private ceremony

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