Remembrances
The legacy of talk radio host David Brudnoy, 20 years on
The WBZ talk radio host and founder of the Boston Society of Film Critics died on Dec. 9, 2004. WBUR film critic Sean Burns reflects on his friendship with Brudnoy...
'Urban Mechanic' Menino Never Wanted To Be Anything More Than Mayor
He was the accidental mayor. But once there, Thomas Menino set record for longevity. He had his fingers in everything, you could find him everywhere.
Northborough Paratrooper Killed In Afghanistan Is Laid To Rest
Hundreds of mourners gathered in Northborough Tuesday for the funeral of 28-year-old Army Spc. Brian Arsenault, who was killed in Afghanistan earlier this month.
James Avery Of 'Fresh Prince' Fame Dead At 68
James Avery, the bulky character actor who laid down the law as the Honorable Philip Banks in "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," has died.
Broadcaster David Frost Dies
Veteran broadcaster David Frost, who won fame around the world for his interview with former U.S. President Richard Nixon, has died, his family told the BBC. He was 74.
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Longtime NBC News Reporter John Palmer Dies At 77
John Palmer, the longtime correspondent for NBC News who died Saturday after a brief illness, was remembered by former colleagues as a hardworking, gracious reporter.
Bose Corp. Founder Dies At 83
Amar Bose founded the audio technology company Bose Corp. in 1964.
What Made Harry Parker One Of The Greatest Coaches Ever
Harry Parker, head coach for Harvard Men’s Heavyweight Crew, passed away on Tuesday. He was 77.
Cellucci Remembered At Hudson Funeral Mass
The service was packed with ex-governors, U.S. senators and dozens of local politicians, but the gathering was described as a celebration of Cellucci’s private life.
Beloved Boston Cowboy Rex Trailer Dies
Trailer hosted "Boomtown," which ran on Boston television from 1956 until 1974. He was 84.
Remembering Sandy Hook Elementary Principal Dawn Hochsprung
"She was always somebody who wanted to go extra the mile, always set the bar high for herself, her staff, her kids and their school."
Mass. Transplant Doctor, Nobel Winner Murray Dies At 93
Dr. Joseph E. Murray performed the world's first successful kidney transplant and won a Nobel Prize for his pioneering work.
Ex-U.S. Rep. Joseph Early Sr. Dies At 79
Early, who served in the U.S. House from 1975 to 1993, died at his home in Worcester.
Former Boston University President John Silber Dies At 86
Erudite and combative, Silber was also the Democratic nominee for governor in 1990.
Mass. Victim Of Libya Attacks Is Laid To Rest
Glen Doherty, a former Navy SEAL, was working as a private security contractor at the consulate when he and three others were killed.
Bolling, First Black Boston City Council President, Dies At 67
Bruce Bolling died Tuesday after a four-year battle with prostate cancer. He was 67.
Trailblazing Boston Politician Bruce Bolling Dies
Known as a champion for inner city residents, Bruce Bolling died after a battle with prostate cancer. He was 67.
Bruce Bolling, Boston City Council's 1st Black President, Dies
Bruce Bolling, the first black president of the Boston City Council, has died after a long battle with cancer. He was 67.
Retired Boston Surgeon Drowns While Sailing
Dr. Ned Cabot, 69, was swept from his sailing yacht in rough seas Saturday off western Newfoundland.
William Wainwright, Local Sculptor, Dies At 87
Noted sculptor and public art pioneer William Wainwright died Friday night at the age of 87. His fanciful, geometrically precise works can be found around Boston and many other U.S....