Eileen T. (Moran) Souza

Of Dorchester passed away peacefully on April 8th, 2025, at 98 years of age, surrounded by her loving family.

Eileen was the beloved daughter of Bridget (Traynor) Moran and Patrick Moran of Ballina, Ireland.

Eileen was preceded in death by her cherished husband, John Philip Souza: her daughters, Jane Marie Souza Cox, and Elizabeth Souza. As well as, her eleven siblings: Frank, John, Bill, Sister Joseph Bernadette, Rita, Peg, Joe, Kay, Tom, and Bernie.

Eileen is survived by her five children, John and Diane Souza of Dublin, Ohio, Paul and Candy Souza of Braintree, Virginia and Joseph Dunbar of Lynn, Rosemary Souza of Dorchester, and Joseph and Jane Souza of Braintree.

Her grandchildren, John and [Karen] Souza of Ohio, Colin and [Lauren] Souza of Ohio, Connor Souza of Ohio, Kelly Cox of Saugus. Brendan Cox, Michael and [Carolyn] Souza of Hingham, Lindsey Souza [Alexis Philips] of Dorchester, Kelsey Souza of Cambridge, Paul Jr. and [Brianna] Souza of Dorchester, Syndey Dunbar [Justin Duggan] of Lynn, Luke Dunbar of Lynn, Joseph Souza [Marina O’Neil] of South Boston, and Jeremy Souza of Braintree.

Also survived by her great grandchildren James, Jack, Brooks, Ellie Rose, Logan, Cole, Claire, and 1 month old Audrey Rose.

Eileen was born August 25th, 1926, in Dorchester. She grew up on Harborview Street. Eileen’s focus in life was her family and her love for Jesus. She was a strong mother to her seven children and instilled her values in her children. In addition to raising her children, she was devoted to helping others, especially the disabled. Her bowling program for the mentally challenged at the Knights of Columbus was wonderfully successful! Eileen impacted on the lives of countless individuals in need. She fed the homeless on Dudley Street for many years. Her soups were “legendary.” Eileen loved people, loved to laugh and had a wicked sense of humor. She lived her life with contagious enthusiasm and joy. She lit up a room when she entered. We loved her dearly and will forever miss her.

Family and friends will honor and remember Eileen’s life by gathering for visiting hours in the Murphy Funeral Home, 1020 Dorchester Ave., DORCHESTER, on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Margaret’s Church of St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish on Wednesday morning, April 16th, at 10:00 A.M.

Burial will follow in the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne at 1:15 P.M.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Eileen’s memory may be made to support her heart for the homeless at https://helpfbms.org/donate.