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.

Sister Christina M. Killion MFIC, of Newton, a beloved member of the Missionary Franciscan Sisters for 68 years, died on February 12, 2018 at Bethany Healthcare Center in Framingham.

She was the loving daughter of the late Patrick and Bridget (Nicholson) Killion, sister of the late John Killion, Patrick Killion, Tom Killion, Fr. William Killion (Florida), Sr. Ellen Killion MFIC and Bridie Cunniffe. Sister Christina is survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, extended family and her Missionary Franciscan Sisters.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Chapel at Mount Alvernia Convent, 790 Centre Street, Newton, MA 02458, Thursday February 15 at 10:00 AM. Visitation in the Chapel from 9:00-10:00 A.M. Relatives and friends invited. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.

Donations in Sister Christina’s memory may be sent to Missionary Franciscan Sisters Retirement Fund at the address listed above.

Sister Mary Faustina Duggan MFIC, of Newton, a beloved member of the Missionary Franciscan Sisters for 80 years, died on February 10, 2018 at Saint Patrick’s Manor in Framingham.

She was the loving daughter of John Joseph and Nora (McGrath) Duggan. Sister of the late Hugh Duggan, Jim Duggan, Jack Duggan, Al Duggan, Angela Duggan and Sheila Duggan. Sister Faustina is survived by her nephew Hugo Duggan of London, England extended family, many friends and her Missionary Franciscan Sisters.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Chapel at Mount Alvernia Convent, 790 Centre Street, Newton, MA 02458, Friday February 16 at 10:30 AM. Visitation in the Chapel from 9:00-10:30 A.M. Relatives and friends invited. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.

Donations in Sister Faustina’s memory may be sent to the Missionary Franciscan Sisters Retirement Fund at the address listed above.

Burton Samuel Greenlaw of Milton, died February 13, 2018.  Loving husband of the late Priscilla A. (Allen) Greenlaw.  Devoted father of Linda Hamelin and her husband David of Middleboro and David Greenlaw of RI.  Grandfather of Christopher and Timothy Hamelin of Taunton and Carrie Hamelin of Middleboro.  Beloved son of the late Leonard and Florence (Fossett) Greenlaw.

A Funeral Service will be celebrated in the Parkway United Methodist Church, 158 Blue Hills Parkway, Milton Monday, February 19 at 11:00 AM.  Visiting Hours at the Dolan and Chapman Funeral Home, 5 Canton Ave., MILTON VILLAGE, Sunday February 18 from 2-5 PM with a Masonic Service at 3:00 PM. Interment Private.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Burton’s memory may be sent to The Milton Community Food Pantry, c/o Parkway Methodist Church, 158 Blue Hills Parkway, Milton, MA 02186

Maria (DoCanto) DaGraca Rodrigues passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Victor Rodrigues Tavares. Loving mother of Nicolau Tavares, Venceslau Tavares, Peter Rodrigues, Zita Scippa, and Vicky Rodrigues. Sister of Laurinda Alves, Ludivina Monteiro, Justiano DoCanto, and  Lucinda DoCanto. She also leaves behind 14 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in Saint Agatha Church, 432 Adams St., Milton on Saturday, February 17 at 10AM. Visiting hours will be held on Friday at the Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Ave., EAST MILTON SQUARE from 5-9PM. Interment at Forest Hills Cemetery. Relatives and friends invited.

Doris L. (Fennell) Essex of Dedham passed away on February 7, 2018. Beloved wife of William J. Essex. Cherished mother of James and Denise Essex. Loving grandmother of Nikita, James, Kenneth, Kevin, and Tamara Essex. Great grandmother of Adeja, Richard, Quidar, Kevin, Kori, and Ayana Essex. Sister of Willa Mae Matthews and Jacqueline Williams. Visitation will be held at the Morningstar Baptist Church in Mattapan, on Friday, February 16 from 10-11AM. Funeral Service at the church at 11AM. Interment at Oak Lawn Cemetery.

Gerardo Colón de Jesus, 67, of Dorchester, MA originally from San Lorenzo, PR, passed away after a long battle with cancer surrounded by his family on February 15, 2018.

Gerardo is survived by his partner of many years, Alejandrina Rivas Ortiz, daughter Maria Colón and her partner Ray Dimagiba, daughter Esther Colón, son Antonio Colón, son Gerardo Colón, and many loving grandchildren, and extended family. Gerardo was a loving father, grandfather and friend to all. Gerardo loved fixing things, talking politics and classic Spanish movies.

A special thank you to Dana Farber and the oncology team at Brigham & Woman in Boston for their loving care and support.

Funeral services for Gerardo will be at Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington St., DORCHESTER LOWER MILLS, Wednesday, February 21, 10-12 pm. He will be laid to rest at Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dorchester.

Italienne (St. Paul) Pierre-Louis, of Dorchester, passed away February 14, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Amilcar Pierre-Louis. She is survived by a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Mark’s Church, 1725 Dorchester Ave., Dorchester on Saturday, February 24 at 10AM. Visiting hours will be held at the Dolan & Chapman Funeral Home, 5 Canton Ave., MILTON VILLAGE, on Friday from 6-8PM. Interment at Saint Michael Cemetery.

Daniel R. Marcl of Dedham died on February 18, 2018.   Beloved father of Joel Marc and his wife Renide of Dedham, Faniola,  Piscale and Daniellle Marc all of Haiti.  Brother of Aline Marc of Montreal Canada, Jacqueline Marc of Malden, Gerald Marc of Florida and Wilfrd Marc of Montreal, Canada.  Grandfather of Heide, Maureen, Farah and  Rodly.

Friends and family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday March 3, 2018 at 10:00am in Saint Angela Church, Dorchester.  Visitation is prior from 9:00-10:00am.  Burial in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Boston.

My mother Kettlie Laguerre, age 52, passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2018 at 12:30 AM at Readville Street, Hyde Park, MA 02136.

She was born August 13, 1965, in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti to Marie Lucy Denise Registe and Roger Laguerre.  Finishing school in 1993, Kettlie married Jean Nicaisse Alexandre on July 27, 2000 in Haiti.  She worked as a CNA Caregiver at Highgate Manor and Ellis Nursing Home, providing medical care to elderlies.  Kettlie lived life with pleasure enjoying the smallest things offered, like a shopping ride to Allston Brighton while filled with laughter and excitement.  Spending time with her grandkids on regular basis and cooking meals that would never allow people to stop eating.

Kettlie’s positive ways always made an impact on her children and others.  She never said no to anyone, for any reason, she was always fashionable.  She spent money on people like there were no limits, because making a difference to her was the purpose.  Kettlie leaves behind 4 children: Junie, Medjine, Abdel and Nickensia, her husband, mother, 4 sisters, 7 brothers, 10 grandkids, dozens of niece’s and nephews, uncles, cousins and so many other people whose lives Kettlie touched during her presence.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, February 24, at St. Angela’s Church, MATTAPAN,  pat 10 o’clock. Visiting Hours in the Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington St., DORCHESTER, Friday, 4-8 pm. Interment Fairview Cemetery, Hyde Park.

James F. Bono, 88, of Milton, MA passed away at home on February 23, 2018. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Grace (Kiley) Flynn-Bono, his son James F. Bono, Jr., and his wife Laurie, step son John Flynn and his wife Kathy, step daughter Paula Char and her husband Daniel, step daughter Deborah, his grandchildren: Ryan Flynn, Deanna Bono, Michael Char, Steven Char, Christine Char, Michael Williams, and his great grandchildren: Emma and Grace Flynn. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Jim was predeceased by his first wife, Josephine (Arcana) Bono. He lived with his parents, the late Thomas and Margaret Bono in Dorchester, MA and was raised with his sister Margaret Oden of Hingham, Thomas Bono of Easton, and the late William Bono of Dorchester. Jim served in the Navy in World War II and was stationed on a ship in Japan. He received an honorable discharge on 7/16/1948. He went to Northeastern University on the GI bill and received his Associates degree in drafting. He worked for several firms as a draftsman and retired from Sage Laboratories in 2001 after 41 years as a chief draftsman. Jim was an active member of several drafting groups during his career. He was a member of the Milton Hoosic Club and the Quincy Neighborhood Club. He was a board member of the Milton Friends of the Council on Aging and attended monthly luncheons of the “Originally From Dorchester” club up until recently. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Elizabeth Church, 350 Reedsdale Rd., Milton on Monday, February 26 at 10:00am. Visiting hours at the Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Ave., EAST MILTON SQUARE, Sunday, 4:00-8:00PM. Interment Milton Cemetery. Donations in Jim’s memory may be sent to The Milton Council on Aging, 10 Walnut St. Milton, MA 02186.

Margaret “Peg” F. Dolan, of Eastham, MA passed away surrounded by her family on February 19^th, 2018 after battling leukemia.  She lived most of her life on Cape Cod, a place she always cherished.  Peg graduated from Barnstable High School in 1960, and studied accounting at Bentley College, graduating in 1962. She worked as Office Manager at Falmouth Medical Associates for over twenty years and left to pursue co-ownership of River Bend Farm, Inc., a boarding kennel in Falmouth, with her partner, Kay Kelley.  They also founded Adopt A Greyhound, Inc., finding homes for 1,300 retired racing greyhounds.

Upon her retirement, Peg spent many hours volunteering as a naturalist at Massachusetts Audubon at Wellfleet Bay. Her time there, particularly bird banding, brought her great joy.  She also was dedicated to rescuing stranded sea turtles.

Peg is survived by her partner of 35 years, Kay Kelley, of Eastham, MA.  She was the loving mother of Dirk Kokmeyer of Portland, Maine, and Corrie, and husband, Ryan Burr of Breckenridge, Colorado, and the grandmother of four: Evy and Remington Kokmeyer, and Braden and Eli Burr. She also leaves behind her sisters, Dorothy “Dottie” Nolen of Ft. Lauderdale and Patricia “Pat” Jefferson of Mashpee, and 2 nephews: John Jefferson of Idaho, and Michael Jefferson and family of California.

Peg will be deeply missed by all, but we will always carry her memory and her joy for life in our hearts.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Massachusetts Audubon at Wellfleet Bay or Wild Care, Inc. in Eastham, two local causes that were close to her heart.

Peg’s wish for a memorial celebration will be announced at a future date.

Virginia L. (Lee) Langley,  of Milton and West Harwich, age 90, died peacefully on Friday, February 23, 2018 at home surrounded by her loving family.  Beloved wife of the late Kenneth J. Langley.  Devoted mother of Christine (Langley) Tierney and her husband, Joseph W. Tierney of Wayland, Kenneth F. Langley of Milton, and David J. Langley and his wife Ann (Rassulo) Langley of Briarcliff Manor, NY.  Cherished grandmother of Martha Tierney, Marianne (Garrett) FitzGerald, Joseph Tierney, Hannah Langley and Claire Langley and adored great-grandmother of William FitzGerald.  Also survived by brother-in-law Paul Coughlin along with many loving nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by her brothers Francis (Olga) Lee and Robert (Elizabeth) Lee and sister Rosella (Lee) Coughlin and brother-in-law Walter Langley.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Elizabeth Church, 350 Reedsdale Rd., Milton, on Wednesday, February 28, at 10 o’clock.  Visiting hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Ave., EAST MILTON SQUARE, Tuesday, February 27, 4-8 PM. Interment at St. Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury.   Relatives and friends are kindly invited.

Virginia’s warmth, grace and caring will be dearly missed by all who love her.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in Virginia’s memory would be greatly appreciated for Catholic Charities of Boston, 275 W. Broadway, Boston, MA 02127 or The Boston Teachers College Scholarship Fund, Alumni Office, University of Massachusetts Boston, 100 Morrissey Blvd., Boston, MA 02125.

Pastor Archange Emmanuel Mondestin  1944 – 2018

A wise man once stated, “There are things in life we don’t want to happen but have to accept; things we don’t want to know, but have to learn; and people we can’t live without but have to let go.”  (Unknown author)

Today, we mourn the loss of a great man of God.  An amazing father, a devoted husband, a trusted friend, a spiritual leader who touched the lives of many.  Born Archange Emmanuel Mondestin, on December 1, 1944 in Port-Margot Haiti, son of Paul E. and Marie Maquila (Desir) Mondestin.  

He studied at Diquini, the theological seminary in Haiti, and received a Master of Arts degree from the University of Montpellier, where he studied French Literature, Latin, classical Greek and pedagogy.  He was an educator in Haiti and France, teaching various subjects.  He married the former Unelle Noel and they were blessed with four children: Micheline, Monique, Paul-Emmanuel and Jacqueline.  Always attentive to the needs of his family, he spared no sacrifice for their well-being.  He was later blessed with eight grandchildren who served as an additional source of joy in his life.  He knew and loved each one of them dearly.  

Pastor Mondestin was a third generation Adventist and accepted the Lord as his personal savior at an early age.  As a man of faith and belief in the Lord, he also accepted his call to ministry.  He entered the gospel ministry in 1979 at the recommendation of Pastor M.D. Bermingham, coordinator of the French work for the Northeastern Conference.  He was a loving and faithful pastor who mentored many and served the following churches:  Horeb SDA Church, Temple Salem SDA Church, Brockton Temple SDA Church, Philadelphie SDA Church, Ephese SDA Church, Beraca SDA Church, and Laodicee SDA Church.  After retirement, he continued to serve by assisting fellow pastors with weeks of prayer, evangelistic efforts and other church activities.  He especially ministered to a growing church community in Wyandanch, NY, Sion SDA Church.  Faith and belief in the Lord continued to be the cornerstones of his life.

Pastor Mondestin was the author of Connaissance et Liberte, a book written to teach Christianity and Adventism to the upcoming Haitian generation. The book was published in 1983.  Some of his favorite pass-times included reading, studying the Bible, preaching, teaching, writing, poetry, various styles of music, and engaging in stimulating conversation while spending time with friends and family.  He had a simple and yet profound understanding of life and the world around him.  He accepted life as it came with a fearless determination based on His faith and belief in Jesus-Christ.  

On Wednesday, February 14, 2018 the Lord called his servant to rest.  He leaves behind his wife Unelle Mondestin, their four children: Micheline Mondestin-Cenafils and her husband Marco Cenafils, Monique Mondestin-Jean and her husband Richard Jean, Paul Emmanuel Mondestin and his wife Sarah Mondestin, Arthur Sekasula, Jacqueline Mondestin and fiancé Pastor John Ricci.  He leaves behind eight precious grandchildren: Michaela Cenafils, Myah Cenafils, Milan Cenafils, Mia Cenafils, Zoe Sekasula, Zarielle Sekasula, Ethan Jean and Hosanna Mondestin.  He also leaves behind his siblings Anna Mondestin, Mercilina Mondestin, Elie Mondestin, their children and a host of extended family members across the United States, Haiti and beyond.  He will be greatly missed.  

Death may represent the end of life on this earth, but it will never bring to end the love we shared and the hope we hold dear…that of spending eternity with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ upon His soon return.  Until then, may this hope bring us comfort and peace.  

Visitation will be held at the Temple Salem Church on Sunday, February 25 from 1:30-3PM. The Funeral Service will begin at 3PM. Interment at Forest Hills Cemetery on Monday, February 26 at 11:30AM.

If you’re reading this right now, it’s because Ruperto Lynch impacted your life in some way. Because we all met him at different stages of his life, it feels best to begin getting to know a little more about him.

On May 10, 1928, Ruperto was born in Lagunillas, Venezuela to his parents Frank Lynch and Edith Phillip. He spent most of his young years in Grenada and returned to Venezuela at the age of 18 where he later managed an HVAC department for oil companies—first Shell. Co, followed by Maraven, PDVSA. He was seen as a respected mentor to many during his professional life of more than three decades.

In the mid ‘90s, Ruperto relocated to Boston to be closer to his growing family—where he was integral in the upbringing of 4 of his 11 grandchildren over the last 20 years. His joyful responsibilities grew as he soon became the the great-grandfather to three.

Throughout his long life, “retirement” was never a word that found a way into his vocabulary. During his years in Boston, he always found a way to keep himself busy and meet new people. If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that Ruperto Lynch was the master of conversation. He loved to wake up early each morning, get ready for another day outside, and would often return home with stories from people he met along the way.

To many he was Senor Ruperto, Don Ruperto, Rupert, Rupertin, a compadre, a loving dad, a terrific grandad, husband, but overall a genuine friend. He is also survived by his wife Sheila, 9 children Ann, Leslie, Irma, Irmin, Irving, Jacklyn, Shirley, Raquel and Carol. His siblings, Herbert, Irma Nelly, Luisa, Ruby, Edith, Joseph, Peter, George, Victoria, Franklin, Roberto and Raynold.

Anyone who had the pleasure of meeting Ruperto Lynch understands that he always had a powerful, joyful, and curious spirit. He spent his lifetime helping others, exchanging knowledge through hour-long conversations, and sharing laughs and wisdom with everyone in his presence.

Visiting hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington Street, DORCHESTER LOWER MILLS, Thursday March 1 from 5-9PM. Relatives and friends invited.

In lieu of flowers, our family asks that you donate to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, The Dementia Society of America or the charity of choice. And we’d like to hope that you’d all take a little piece of Ruperto’s character with you today—taking a moment to speak with and learn something new from the people around you each day.

Catherine A. (Connelly)  Reynolds, 92, of Brockton, formerly of Milton , February 24, 2018.

Beloved wife of the late Charles F. Reynolds. Beloved mother of James G. Reynolds and his late wife Beverly , Mary A. Manzi and her late husband Alan,  all of Brockton and the late Charles F. Reynolds and his wife  Mary P. Reynolds of Dorchester. Nana of Meghan, James, Kelly, Kristen, Lauren, Craig, Catherine and Caroline and Great Nana of Mason, Joseph, Emily and Isabella.  Catherine is predeceased by her six siblings and is the loving Aunt of many nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Gregory Church, 2223 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, Thursday, March 1 at 10:00 AM. Relatives and friends invited.  Visiting hours at Dolan & Chapman Funeral Home, 5 Canton Avenue, MILTON VILLAGE, Wednesday, 4-8 PM. Interment Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree.

Gloria Guarino of Milton formerly of Dorchester, Feb. 24, She is survived by lifelong  and beloved companion Evangeline “Van” Chumacas formerly of Haverhill. She is predeceased by 8 siblings of which she was the youngest.  Devoted and loving Aunt of the late Janet (Guarino) Coull of Quincy,  James Noel Guarino of FL, Robert Guarino of VT, Richard Guarino of Marstons Mills, the late Gerald Guarino of FL, Douglas Guarino of FL, Glenda Rocchi of Plymouth, Elaine Heredeen of Salem, Denise Heredeen of NH, Thomas R. Caliri and Richard M. Caliri both of Marshfield. Also survived by many grand nieces and nephews. She also leaves  her devoted and compassionate long time care giver Alicia Forte of Dorchester.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Mary of the Hills Church, MILTON, Monday, March 5, at 11 o’clock. Visiting Hours in the Dolan & Chapman Funeral Home, 5 Canton Ave., MILTON VILLAGE, Sunday 2-6 pm. Interment Private.

In lieu of flowers donation’s  in Gloria ‘s and Van’s  names may be sent to Alzheimer’s Association, 309 Waverley Oaks Rd, Waltham, MA 02452 .

Mary Lou (McPartlin) Braudis, of Dorchester February 27, 2018.

Beloved wife of Paul F. Braudis. Loving mother of Susan E. Callahan and her husband William of Braintree and Paul F. Braudis Jr. and his wife Beth of San Antonio, TX. Grandmother of Brian Braudis, Kathleen Callahan, Meaghan Callahan and Shannon Poirier. Sister of Catherine Ann McPartlin of Dorchester. Daughter of the late Partrick J. and Mary E. (Ryan) McPartlin.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Ann Church, 243 Neponset Avenue, Dorchester, Saturday March 3 at 10:00 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington Street, DORCHESTER LOWER MILLS, Friday 4-8 PM. Interment Saint Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary Lou’s memory may be made to National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd Street, NY, NY 10016 or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Maria T. (Silva) Marshall, 97, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2018.

Beloved wife of Ulysses G. Marshall. Loving mother of Richard G. Marshall, Leslie Ann Krupnick, and Diane Marhsall-Briggs. Grandmother of Sean Marshall, Amanda Briggs, and Tyler Briggs.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Gregory Church on Monday, March 5 at 11AM. Visitation at the Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington St., DORCHESTER LOWER MILLS, from 9:45-10:45AM. Interment Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne at 1:45PM. Relatives and friends invited.

Father Gregory Allen Staab, O.M.V., a faithful priest and a member of the St. Ignatius Province of the Congregation of the Oblates of the Virgin Mary, died peacefully at Carney Hospital on March 1, after a long illness. Throughout his protracted illness, Father Staab was able to maintain an active ministry, offering spiritual counsel and the sacraments while continuing to serve the faithful.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Fr. Greg grew up in Monroe, Wisconsin, Fr. Staab was one of nine children of Eleanor M. (Botz) Staab and the late William J.Staab, MD. He made his final vows with the Oblates of the Virgin Mary on November 1, 1983 and was ordained to the priesthood by Pope St. John Paul II on May 31, 1984 in Rome. Father Staab obtained his S.T.B degree in Sacred Theology from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in 1984 and an S.T.L. in Spiritual Theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University in 1988.

Father Staab served in Pinerolo, San Vittorino and Rome, Italy from 1984 to 1988. He returned to Boston and was assigned to St. Clement Eucharistic Shrine and Our Lady of Grace Seminary in Boston from 1988 to 1991. He served as Novice Master at Our Lady of Grace Seminary from 1991 to 1997. Fr. Staab was the assistant pastor of St. Peter Chanel Church in Hawaiian Gardens, CA from 1997 to 2004 and again in 2007. From 2004 to 2007, he served at Our Lady of Lourdes parish in Ituzaingo’, Argentina.  From 2009 to 2011, he served at St. Francis Chapel and St. Clement Eucharistic Shrine in Boston, MA. He joined the formation team at the Oblate Center in Cebu, Philippines in 2011. He returned to Boston in 2014, where he was a priest-in-residence at Our Lady of Grace Seminary.

As an Oblate of the Virgin Mary, Father Staab was active in providing spiritual direction based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Father Staab was a well-known and beloved priest who could often be found hearing confessions at St. Francis Chapel  and St. Clement Eucharistic Shrine,  as long as his strength allowed. He was especially gifted in serving the local young adult and student communities. Father Staab had a deep devotion and love for the Blessed Virgin Mary and helped guide many in making and renewing their consecration to Jesus through Mary.

Fr. Greg’s family and the Oblate community would like to thank the dedicated Carney Hospital staff and so many friends who kept him loving company during his years of hospitalization

Father Staab will lie-in-state at St. Clement Eucharistic Shrine, 1105 Boylston St. Boston on Tuesday March 6 from 4 pm to 8 pm. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Agatha Catholic Church, 432 Adams Street, Milton, MA 02186 on Wednesday March 7 at 10:30 am. Interment is at Milton Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Our Lady of Grace Seminary, 1105 Boylston St. Boston, MA 02215.