Photo courtesy of George L Doherty Funeral Service, Inc - Somerville
Dec 27, 1923 - Mar 18, 2026
“I was deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your Dad. He was such a remarkable person, and his kindness and warmth touched the lives of so many. Sending you love and strength during this difficult time.”
My deepest condolences to You, Marie France and your family, warm hugs during this heartbreaking time.
Lucy Diielsi
March 21, 2026 | Montreal, QC | Family
Mr. Bransfield has always been so kind to our family and we will forever be grateful. He will be missed. Our sincerest condolences and sending much love with big hugs.
Karen and Joe Janeiro
March 21, 2026 | Melrose, MA | Friend
I hadn't seen Brian in many, many years. I can still remember being a young kid, chatting with him at 'Uncle Jack's' during his summer visits to Miramichi - always amazed at the seemingly endless supply of RC Cola & Nesbitt's Orange in the truck of his car! A kind, nice man. My best to his family.
Sean Stade (Shea)
March 20, 2026 | Halifax, NS
Your father was a kind and caring man.
Sheila Howe
March 20, 2026 | Somerville, MA | Neighbor
Brian F. Bransfield - A longtime resident of Somerville, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. He was 102 years old.
Born in New Brunswick, Canada, he was the son of the late Oswald J. and Winifred F. (Shea) Bransfield.
Devoted husband of the late Ellen M. (Spry) Bransfield. Beloved father of Steve Bransfield and his wife Marie-France. Cherished grandfather of Ellen-Marie Bransfield and her partner Tyler Schreyack, Elizabeth Bransfield and her partner Lee Drinkwater. Loving step-father of Peter Stickney.
Brian was laid to rest with his beloved wife Ellen at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
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