All Obituaries

Tom Murphy, 91, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026 after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Roslindale on August 25, 1934, Tom was the beloved husband of the late Corinne Giampaolo Murphy, with whom he shared 67 wonderful years of marriage. They made their home in Stoughton, where they resided since 1958. Tom retired from the MBTA after many years of dedicated service. He not only loved driving, but also genuinely enjoyed talking with the passengers he met along ...

Charlotte P. (Jordan) Farragher, 89, of Brockton since 1963, passed away June 5, 2026. A native of South Boston, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Charlotte (Sands) Jordan. She and her husband Peter loved music and were great dancers together. She was devoted to her family and home. She enjoyed entertaining on holidays; close and extended family always gathered for her favorite: Christmas Day. Her iconic Christmas cookies at home and to-go will always be remembered. She and Peter ...

Mary C. (Anderson) Mann, 82, of Brockton, passed away June 1, 2026. Born and raised in Dorchester, she was a daughter of the late Archibald and Mary (Connell) Anderson. Mary worked as an executive secretary for many years in banking and she had a true passion for needlepoint. She was the beloved wife of Paul P. Mann for 59 years, loving mother and grandmother of Jean Marie Butler (and the late Matthew) of Middleboro and their son Patrick Butler; the late Paul T. Mann (and his widow Phyllis ...

Martha Louise (Reddington) Arnold passed away peacefully on Friday, June 5, 2026 at the age of 80. Born May 6, 1946 and raised in Quincy, MA, she was the daughter of the late Paul K. and Martha J. (Bailer) Reddington. Martha was known for her smart intellect, kind heart, gentle spirit, and strong values. Above all, she fiercely loved her family and filled their lives with laughter and unwavering support. She carried herself with humility, grace, and compassion throughout her life, touching ...

Bridie T. (Curran) Swanson, 88, of Hanson, formerly of Brockton, passed away on June 5, 2026. Born in London, England, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Kathleen (O’Brien) Curran. Bridie worked for American Shoe Shank in Avon for over 35 years until her retirement. Bridie was the wife of the late Fred W. “Swanny” Swanson; mother of Donnie Hamill and his wife Debbie; stepmother of Fred W. Swanson and his wife Cheryl, Karen Swanson Thiessen, Kristin Nolan and her ...

Elvire Mentor, née Norvilus, was born on April 21, 1939 in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. She peacefully entered eternal rest on May 25, 2026, at the age of 87, surrounded by the love and prayers of her family. Raised in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Elvire was known for her kind heart, gentle spirit, and strong values. She carried herself with humility, grace, and compassion throughout her life, touching the hearts of everyone blessed to know her. A devoted Catholic, Elvire lived a life rooted in ...

Sharon M. (Howland) Andrade, 61, of Fall River, formerly of Brockton, passed away on May 27, 2026. Born in Riverside, California, she was the daughter of the late Mildred J. (Cross) and Walter O. Howland. A woman of service and love, she enjoyed her time caring for the Sisters at the Our Lady of Sorrows Convent in Brockton. Family was the center of Sharon’s world; she was loyal and dedicated. She enjoyed designer fashion, knitting, vacationing, but most of all, making memories with her ...

Elizabeth (Smith) Peterson, also known as “Betty”, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on May 25, 2026 at the age of 101. A longtime resident of Brockton for 35 years, she more recently resided in Bridgewater for the past 27 years. A native of Liverpool, England, she proudly served in the British Land Army during World War II. She married Anthony G. Peterson and they started their family in Liverpool and came to Brockton in 1964. Elizabeth was employed by the W.C. ...

Marie E. (Foley) Oleson, 92, of Brockton, passed away on May 20, 2026. Born in Cambridge, she was the daughter of the late John F. and Ethel B. (Maloney) Foley. Marie was a devoted caretaker all her life and was a loving and dedicated mother to her children. She enjoyed preparing delicious meals for her family and friends, the simple moments in life made her the happiest. Marie was the wife of the late Walter H. “Buddy” Oleson; mother of Karen E. Hunt of Norton; Michael Oleson ...

Donald R. Rideout, 70, of Somerset, formerly of Raynham, passed away on May 25, 2026 surrounded by his family. A native of Brockton, he was the son of the late John M. and Margaret E. (Lambert) Rideout. He served honorably in the U.S. Army during peacetime. Don was retired from employment as a custodian for Brockton Public Schools. He enjoyed sports and trips to the beach. Don was the beloved husband of Kristine (Towne) Rideout, loving father of Laura Rideout and her husband Matthew Braley ...