Heaven Smith
May 19, 2026
Heaven Smith passed away peacefully in her home after a courageous five-year battle with cancer.
Born on December 9, 1976, she was known for her beautiful spirit, strong heart, and deep love for her family and friends. As a baby, she had black hair and brown eyes, which changed to blonde hair and blue eyes just two weeks later — a...
Nicholas A. DiTommaso
May 18, 2026
Nicholas A. DiTommaso (Nonno), 90, of Marshfield, Massachusetts, peacefully passed away at his home after a brief, sudden illness.
Nicholas was born on September 15, 1935. Nicholas’ parents, Joseph and Phoebe (Guarinello) DiTommaso, had emigrated separately from Italy.
He leaves behind his beloved daughter, Diane M. Larson; and his two grandsons, Joshua E. Larson and his wife Charlotte of Salt Lake City,...
James P. Butler
May 17, 2026
James Paul Butler passed away on May 17, 2026, at the age of 99. It is hard to summarize Jim’s rich life, but it is more than fair to say that he was blessed.
Jim was born in 1927 in his family home, a former railroad hotel overlooking the train tracks in the small, rural town of Hampton, New Jersey. He...
Carol A. Goshine
May 12, 2026
Carol Ann Goshine, 73, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026, surrounded by family at her home in Marshfield, MA.
Carol was born on September 18, 1952, in Boston, and grew up in nearby Milton. A proud New Englander, she graduated from Boston State College and met her husband Warren while working in town. The two raised their young family in...
Michael Dillon
May 11, 2026
Michael Dillon, 88, of Marshfield, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at home on May 11, 2026. Born on October 24, 1937, in Tullycrine, County Clare, Ireland, he was the beloved son of John Dillon and Jane Dillon (née Pender).
After spending a short time in England, Michael immigrated to the United States in 1958, first settling in the Boston area. He briefly...
Cheryl Lynne Tomasi
May 11, 2026
Cheryl Lynne Tomasi, lovingly known as “Cheri” to her family and friends, passed away on May 11, 2026, after a lengthy illness. She was born on March 7, 1953, in Trenton, Michigan.
Cheri spent many years raising her four children in Duxbury, Massachusetts, before later making her home in Orlando, Florida. She was the beloved wife of the late Fredric J....
James W. Cosgrove
May 9, 2026
James W. Cosgrove, husband of Barbara (Toffoloni) Cosgrove, passed away peacefully at BID Plymouth on May 9, 2026. "Jim" was born in Lynn on February 15, 1936. Son of Chester and Alice Cosgrove. Also survived by his children James Cosgrove, Jr. of Norwell, Susan Stundis of Florida. William Cosgrove of North Carolina and the late Lorraine Ware.
Funeral services will be...
Neal F. Frisbie
May 8, 2026
MARSHFIELD, Mass. -- Neal F. Frisbie, 67, of Marshfield, died peacefully May 8 at home.
Born in Marshfield, and a life-long resident there, he graduated from Weymouth Vocational Technical High School in 1976. He was a summer resident of West Arlington, VT.
He is survived by his son Alex and wife Brooke of Carver; daughter Kristin Straub and husband Nathan of Abington...
Bianca Scott
May 8, 2026
Heaven gained the sweetest angel…
Bianca Scott, of Gorham, New Hampshire, passed away suddenly on May 8, 2026, surrounded by the endless love of her family. She was preparing to begin a new chapter living in Marshfield with her daughter, son-in-law, and three beloved grandchildren, who were truly the light of her life.
Bianca was the most selfless, caring, loving, thoughtful, loyal,...
Ellen C. Flatley
May 6, 2026
Ellen Flatley passed away unexpectedly on May 6, 2026, after a short illness, surrounded by the love of her family. She lived a life centered on family, friendship, faith, and dedication to others.
Born and raised in West Roxbury, Ellen later made her home in Belmont, where she raised her family and became a beloved member of the community. From a...
Josephine "JoAnn" Kenny
May 6, 2026
Josephine Ann Kenny, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026, at the age of 86.
Known warmly to all who loved her as "JoAnn" was born on August 11, 1939, in Woodbridge, New Jersey; the daughter of Pasquale Lamberti and Grace Diller. She was a graduate of Highland Park High School. Over the decades, JoAnn...
Arthur S. Bates, Jr.
May 6, 2026
Arthur Stewart Bates, Jr., also known as Sonny, was born August 23,1935 in Holbrook, Massachusetts. After graduating from Sumner High School, class of 1953, he enlisted in the Massachusetts National Guard, where he was a member of the 26th division, 101st Infantry Medical Company. He attended Mass Military Academy and was commissioned Second Lieutenant in the Mass. National Guard and...
Pauline M. Caterina
May 2, 2026
Pauline Caterina, age 95, was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and spent most of her life in Manchester, New Hampshire. She passed away peacefully on May 2nd, surrounded by the love of her family.
Pauline shared a devoted and enduring marriage with her beloved husband, the late Paul Caterina. Together, they built a life centered on family, laughter, and lasting connections. She...
Jean L. Shevenell
May 1, 2026
Jean (Hoyt) Shevenell, a long time resident of Marshfield, passed away on May 1st. She was born in Saco, Maine and grew up in Old Orchard Beach, Maine. She was married to her late husband Louis "Bernie" Shevenell, also from Maine, for 38 years.
Jean worked for many years as the Office Manager at Simms Yacht Yard in Scituate, which later...
Edward J. Cooper
Apr 26, 2026
Edward James Cooper, 66, of Marshfield, Massachusetts, passed away unexpectedly on April 26, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Known to many as Edward, Ed, or Eddie, he was a devoted husband, father, papi, and friend, whose presence filled every room with warmth, laughter, and unwavering care.
Edward was the beloved husband and partner of Cynthia Cooper, his camping...
Samuel Luis Gonzalez
Apr 25, 2026
Samuel Luis "Sammylou" Gonzalez of Easton/ Plymouth passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026.
Forty-one years is not enough time to hold a life as full as his. And yet, in those years, he gave us more than many people ever do. He gave us laughter, strength, and a kind of presence that you felt the moment he walked into a...
Jane Anna Benziger
Apr 25, 2026
Jane Anna Benziger, born January 18, 1929, in Brooklyn, New York, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, in Weymouth, Massachusetts, at the age of 97.
Jane was the beloved daughter of Xavier Joseph Benziger and Margaret Gabrielle (Cavanagh) Benziger, who instilled in her the values of resilience, kindness, and devotion to family that shaped her long and meaningful life. Growing...
Sarah "Sally" Donohoe
Apr 25, 2026
Sally (Sarah) J. Donohoe, 90, of Duxbury, formerly of Abington, passed away on April 25, 2026, at home with her family.
Born and raised in South Boston, she graduated from the Gate of Heaven High School.
Sally was the definition of warmth and love. She devoted her life to her family, especially her children and grandchildren. You could find her in the...
Jeffrey Vaughan
Apr 24, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jeffrey Vaughan, a loving husband, father, and grandfather, on Friday morning, April 24.
Jeffrey was an honored member of the DAV and a dedicated construction worker who took great pride in working alongside his family. He enjoyed NASCAR, cheering on the Bruins, and spending time fishing. Above all, he cherished...
Philip Brazao
Apr 21, 2026
Philip “Phil” Brazao, age 70, of Marshfield, passed away peacefully on April 21st after a brief battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on May 13, 1955, in Somerville, Phil was the son of the late Antonio Brazao and Margaret (Mello) Brazao, and the brother of the late Ronnie Brazao and Richard Brazao. He spent his early years in...
