Obituary
Mrs. Emilienne Jules passed away peacefully at her Cambridge apartment, surrounded by the love of her family, on November 29, 2024, at the remarkable age of 106. Born and raised in Léogâne, Haiti, she was the beloved daughter of the late Jean Baptiste Jules, an Episcopalian priest, and Ogenia B. Jules. Her deep faith and selfless spirit, a beacon of inspiration, defined her extraordinary life as a mother, grandmother, and avid servant of God.
A woman of boundless hospitality and kindness, she touched the lives of countless family members and friends. Her home was a sanctuary for all who entered, offering warm meals, a welcoming bed, and a steadfast spirit of love and support. No one ever left her home without a heartfelt benediction prayer, a testament to her unwavering faith, a source of strength and comfort, and care for others. While in Haiti, Emilienne gave birth to John (also known as Edner), a set of twin girls, who soon passed away after birth, a second set of twins where one of the boys passed, but her son Joseph Bellony Loseil of Florida survived, then a third set of twins, her late son Yvon, and his twin sister Yvette.
In Haiti, Emilienne, lovingly known as Soeur Yeyenne, was a passionate advocate for the vulnerable, championing the needs of those without family or resources. For 38 years, she worked as a senior administrator at an Episcopalian Assisted Living home, where she dedicated herself to the care and dignity of elders with no one else to turn to. Her compassion extended beyond her work, as she was known to nurture and uplift anyone in need.
As the cherished matriarch of her family, she had the privilege of witnessing three generations unfold from her lineage. This allowed her to be the proud mother of 7 children, grandmother of sixteen grandchildren, a great-grandmother to twenty-three great-grandchildren, and a loving aunt to numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her siblings, she carried their legacy forward with grace and strength.
Mrs. Jules leaves a profound legacy of faith, generosity, and love. She will be greatly missed but lovingly remembered by all fortunate to know her.
She was the devoted mother of Jean E. Prophete of Cambridge, Yvette Verdieu of Somerville and the late Yvone Belony.
Visiting Hours will be held in the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.) Somerville on Friday, December 20th from 5:00PM – 8:00PM with family remembrances beginning at 6:30PM. Relatives and friends invited to attend.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, December 21st in St. James Episcopal Church, 1991 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140 beginning with viewing from 9AM -10AM, followed by a Funeral Service at 10AM. Once again, relatives and friends invited to attend.
Services will conclude with burial at Cambridge Cemetery, Cambridge.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Emilienne’s name can be made to her beloved St. James Church at the address above.