All Obituaries

Ellen S. McHugo of Canton, Massachusetts, died peacefully in her home on September 25, 2022. She was 96 years old. Born in 1925, Ellen was the eldest daughter of William and Sophie Skiesgelas. She grew up in Dorchester and graduated from the Dorchester Girls High School in 1944. Ellen had a great passion for the arts and was lucky enough to study with local artists such as Charles Reid and Richard Curtis. She was an avid artist who enjoyed painting with watercolor, woodworking, and she...

Dr. Robert H. Barker Jr. of Canton died peacefully on Saturday September 24, 2022, at the age of 69, after battling colon cancer. Born in Boston, he was a graduate of St. Paul’s School in Concord, NH (‘71) and received a BA in History from Yale University (‘75) before switching to his passion in science and earning a MS from Northeastern University (‘79) and a PhD from Brown University (‘84). Rob was a brilliant scientist who worked in the biomedical field...

  Gordon Thomas Smith, age 89, of Braintree passed away on August 31, 2022 after a brief illness. Gordon was surrounded by his loving family at the time of his death.   The beloved son of the late William H and Florence C (McCormick) Smith, dear brother to the late Robert H Smith, Gloria A Marshall and Geraldine F Padial. Gordon was born, raised and educated in Milton. A proud Navy Veteran, he served as a 2nd class Aviation Electrician Petty Officer while stationed at Barbers...

Beatrice Ann “BettyAnn” Swartz (Lyons) of Canton passed away peacefully August 29, 2022. She was 71 years old. BettyAnn worked as a librarian in the junior room in the Canton Public Library for over 40 years. She was an avid New England Patriots fan and deeply loved her cat “Holly”. She was thoughtful and kind and always remembered people with cards for all occasions. She will be greatly missed. BettyAnn was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Sarah Lyons (Bruno)....

Michael M. Ezekiel Jr. of Canton, formerly of Charlestown, died suddenly August 25, 2022. He was 53 years old. Mike was a former electrician for over 20 years working for IBEW local #103, he presently works for Eversource as a supervisor. Son of Michael M. Ezekiel Sr. of N.C. and the late Elizabeth Ann Ezekiel (Locke). Devoted husband of Bridget K. Ezekiel (Clifford) of Canton. Loving father of Nicolette Ezekiel of West Roxbury, Bailey Ezekiel of Canton, and Norah Ezekiel of Canton. Loving...

KIESSLING, Caroline Taber of East Walpole, MA suddenly, August 12, 2022. Daughter of the late Carlton and Thelma (Whitney) Taber of Canton, MA.  Beloved wife of the late Edward Kiessling, Sr. of East Walpole.  Loving step-mother of Elaine Bevivino, and her husband Perry, of York, PA, and Edward Kiessling Jr. of Plainville.  Proud Nana of Kyle Kiessling and Joey Bevivino. Caroline is survived by her cousins Suzanne and Roderick Hunt of Londonderry, NH and their children Robin...

Karen Ann Jones, of Marshfield, died August 3, 2022. She was 80 years old. Devoted daughter of the late John Walsh and Yvonne (Galdi). Loving sister of the late Robert Jones. She is survived by nephews Robert J. Jones of IA, William H. Jones of FL, and Barry A. Jones of FL. She is also survived by great nieces and nephews Amanda Blau, Ashley Laprade, Zachary Jones, Matthew Jones and Gabrielle Jones, and her aunt, Frances Galdi and many beloved friends and cousins.  Beloved and dear...

Dr. John A. Sifakis DMD of Canton, formerly of Milton and Ayer died peacefully July 20, 2022. He was 92 years old. John was a dentist with his private practice serving his community for many years before his retirement. He was a proud veteran serving in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Massachusetts Dental Society and a member of the Fin, Fur and Feather Club. He was the devoted husband of the late Elaine Sifakis (Philopoulos). Loving father of Michelle Sifakis of CT, Martine...

Persefoni Frasheri of Boston, formerly of Albania, died June 25, 2022. She was 93 years old. Devoted wife of the late Vangjel Frasheri.  Loving mother of Llambi Frasheri and his late wife Margarita of Boston and Gjergji Frasheri and his wife Dolora of Korce, Albania. Sister of the late Koco Bashari and Taqi Bashari. Proud grandmother to 4 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Visiting hours in the Pushard Family Funeral Home 210 Sherman St., Canton, Wednesday, June 29 from 6-8 PM....

Harrison Anthony Fitzpatrick of Canton died peacefully Monday, June 20, 2022 in his home, surrounded by his children. He was 86 years old. Harrison was the proud owner of Fitzpatrick Brothers Auto Body shop in Dorchester, with his brother Fran and son Neale. He was the past President of Canton Youth Hockey, President of the Beacon Society of Boston and a devoted parishioner at St. John the Evangelist Church in Canton. Devoted husband of the late Rosemarie F. Fitzpatrick (Cataldo). Loving...