Dennis MillsBrockton
Dennis S. Mills, 53, a long-time resident of Brockton, MA, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2024, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer.Growing up in Brockton, Dennis graduated from Brockton High School in 1989. In his early days you would find him working hard at Dairy Queen before moving on to a career as a letter carrier for the Stoughton, then Brockton post office for over 25 years. Many will remember his great sense of humor, but most of all he will be...
Dennis S. Mills, 53, a long-time resident of Brockton, MA, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2024, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer.Growing up in Brockton,...
William MassonFall River
William Masson, 66, of Fall River, formerly of Brockton, passed away on June 12, 2024. Born in Mirebalais, Haiti, he was the son of the late Aristhene Masson and Ismaelle Rena. He was a longtime journalist until his retirement.William was the beloved husband of Legenie (Desir) Masson for 28 years; loving father of Manoucheca Masson, Sandra Masson, Atsalie Masson, and William Masson Jr.; dear brother of Marie Andre Millien, Role Masson, and Roland Xavier; and a cherished uncle of many...
William Masson, 66, of Fall River, formerly of Brockton, passed away on June 12, 2024. Born in Mirebalais, Haiti, he was the son of the late Aristhene Masson and Ismaelle Rena. He was a longtime...
Thomas WilliamsRandolph
Thomas E. Williams, 76, of Randolph, passed away peacefully at home on June 16, 2024. Born in Fairfield, Alabama, he was the son of the late Thomas E. and Charlie Mae (Walton) Williams. He was a career truck driver until his retirement.Thomas was the beloved husband of Costella (Sanders) Williams; beloved father of Thomas E. Williams of Stoughton and Johnelia Chance and her husband Michael of Randolph; and a dear grandfather of Michael Chance, Thomas Williams, Lauryn Chance, and Jordan...
Thomas E. Williams, 76, of Randolph, passed away peacefully at home on June 16, 2024. Born in Fairfield, Alabama, he was the son of the late Thomas E. and Charlie Mae (Walton) Williams. He was a...
Cris KopkeAvon
Cris W. Kopke, 81, of Avon, MA passed away on Father’s Day, June 16, 2024. Born in Newton, MA to the late Walter F. and Blanche K. (Welin) Kopke, he attended Duxbury High School and then went on to serve in the U.S. Army. He served overseas in Germany for three years and then served three additional years in the Reserves.Cris was self-employed as a heavy equipment mechanic and welder. He was an active member of many establishments, including the Elks and VFW, where he enjoyed...
Cris W. Kopke, 81, of Avon, MA passed away on Father’s Day, June 16, 2024. Born in Newton, MA to the late Walter F. and Blanche K. (Welin) Kopke, he attended Duxbury High School and then...
Clarence N. "Red" AlgerBrockton
Clarence N. “Red” Alger, 97, of Brockton since 1951, passed away on June 20, 2024. A native of Eastondale, he was the son of the late Alton E. and Florence M. (Walker) Alger, was a Merchant Marine for a time, then served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He was a price estimator for area plumbing and heating firms for many years until his retirement. Red was a member of Brockton Area A.R.C. for over 50 years and enjoyed golfing and woodworking. He was the beloved husband of the late...
Clarence N. “Red” Alger, 97, of Brockton since 1951, passed away on June 20, 2024. A native of Eastondale, he was the son of the late Alton E. and Florence M. (Walker) Alger, was a...
Marie DorleanBrockton
Marie Martha Dorlean, 85, of Brockton, passed away on June 9, 2024. Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, she was the daughter of the late Nicola Dorlean and Sylviana Charles. Marie was predeceased by her husband Jean Isme and leaves many cherished relatives to mourn her passing.Marie adored children and was a devoted caregiver to many, helping relatives and friends raise their children. She loved preparing delicious meals for everyone and was a faithful servant of God. Marie was a longtime member...
Marie Martha Dorlean, 85, of Brockton, passed away on June 9, 2024. Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, she was the daughter of the late Nicola Dorlean and Sylviana Charles. Marie was predeceased by...
Linda J. BrownBrockton
Linda J. (Strom) Brown, 74, of Brockton, passed away June 8, 2024. She was born in Waltham to the late George E. Strom and Florence (Jones) Reese. For many years she worked as a nurse’s aide in local nursing homes starting at Green Oak and retiring from Woodridge House Nursing Home. Linda loved to make people laugh and was the Chief of the Hug Police. She was a member of Red Hat Society, V.F.W. Auxiliary and Commission for the Blind. She enjoyed listening to country music and loved...
Linda J. (Strom) Brown, 74, of Brockton, passed away June 8, 2024. She was born in Waltham to the late George E. Strom and Florence (Jones) Reese. For many years she worked as a nurse’s aide...
Rolard GeorgesBrockton
Rolard Georges, 63, of Brockton, passed away on May 19, 2024. Born in Aux Cayes, Haiti, he was the son of the late Homere Hyppolite and Antonine Georges. Rolard earned a degree in political science from UMASS Boston and was a French teacher for the Boston Public School system for many years. He was co-founder and host of Radio Concorde, a local Haitian radio station.Rolard was the father of Tanoushka Georges of Fitchburg and Jeff Georges of Medford. Rolard also leaves many dear siblings,...
Rolard Georges, 63, of Brockton, passed away on May 19, 2024. Born in Aux Cayes, Haiti, he was the son of the late Homere Hyppolite and Antonine Georges. Rolard earned a degree in political...
Sister Paulina Yurgel, CJCBrockton
Sister Paulina Yurgel, CJC, a Poor Sister of Jesus Crucified and the Sorrowful Mother, died June 8, 2024. Born and educated in South Boston, MA, Theresa Yurgel was the daughter of the late Vincent and Anna (Zakarevich) Yurgel, native of Lithuania. She joined the congregation of the Poor Sisters of Jesus Crucified at St. Mary’s Villa Convent in Elmhurst, PA and received the name of Sr. Paulina.She earned a teaching certificate from Our Lady of Sorrows Teacher Training School (associated...
Sister Paulina Yurgel, CJC, a Poor Sister of Jesus Crucified and the Sorrowful Mother, died June 8, 2024. Born and educated in South Boston, MA, Theresa Yurgel was the daughter of the late Vincent...
Shirley GaynorBrockton
Shirley E. Gaynor, 95, of Brockton, died peacefully on Wednesday June 5, 2024 at home. She was the wife of the late James Francis “Smiley” Gaynor, Jr. They were married on March 19, 1949 in Boston and shared over 60 years together until his passing in April 2010.Born on January 6, 1929 at home in West Roxbury she was a daughter of the late Boston Police officer Carl Nelson and the late Isabelle Ellen (Hughes) Nelson. She was a graduate of Roslindale High School Class of 1947....
Shirley E. Gaynor, 95, of Brockton, died peacefully on Wednesday June 5, 2024 at home. She was the wife of the late James Francis “Smiley” Gaynor, Jr. They were married on March 19,...
