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Yvonne Archilles Obituary

ACHILLES, Yvonne Of Boston formerly of Cape Town, South Africa, age 60, Oct. 3, 2008. Devoted wife of Clive for 38 years. Loving mother of Russell, Deon and Brent. Mother in-law of Melissa. Grandmother of Malachi. Sister of Brian, Clive, Noble, Joan, Gloria and Avril. Beloved daughter of Ernestine D. Scheepers & the late Arthur F. Scheepers. Sister in-law of Debbie, Florence & Eddie. Daughter in-law of Ray Achilles & the late Ike Achilles. Also survived by 20 nieces and nephews. Visiting hours Saturday, Oct. 11 from 1-4 pm, followed by Service at 4 pm in the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre St., WEST ROXBURY. Relatives and friends invited. In lieu of flowers donations may be made towards Trust/College fund setup for grandson Malachi. For directions and guestbook please visit www.gormleyfuneral.com William J. Gormley Funeral Service 617-323-8600

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 9, 2008.

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Kathy Whitaker

October 11, 2008

Yvonne was one of the kindest and most caring souls I have ever met. She provided me with knowledge, opportunities, humor and a sense of love. I will continue to keep her teachings in my heart. Yvonne truly blessed those around her. I will miss her than any words can begin to express.

Trevor & Dorothy Thangalan

October 10, 2008

God Bless

Chianta Mack

October 9, 2008

My condolences to the family of Yvonne, she will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Her hard work with the children and families of our community will always be remembered and will carry on through the next generations.

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