SOMERVILLE – Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, the Department of Racial and Social Justice (RSJ), and Somerville Public Schools’ Department of Equity and Excellence invite community members to celebrate the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by joining a community panel discussion that touches on themes from Good Trouble, the 2020 documentary that chronicles John Lewis’ 60+ years of extraordinary activism. Following the panel discussion, the Floor Lords will perform, and light refreshments will be served. 

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Jean Calixte, Ketline, of Malden, formerly of Haiti, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 6, 2025, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Surrounded by her loving family, she was 54 years young.
 
Ketline was a woman of unwavering faith, and she believed that her faith would always guide her through life’s challenges and bring her peace. Her deep spiritual strength was an inspiration to all who knew her.

She had a passion for cooking, and her kitchen was always filled with the delicious aromas of meals made with love for her family. Ketline found great joy in nourishing her loved ones with her culinary talents. Above all, she cherished time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren, who brought a constant smile to her face. Their joy and laughter were a source of happiness for her, and she treasured every moment with them.
 
Ketline was known for her generosity, often spoiling those around her with thoughtful gifts. She had an eye for shopping, always looking for something special to share with others. In her downtime, she enjoyed taking walks around her neighborhood, reflecting on life and embracing the simple pleasures that brought her peace.
 
She was the beloved wife of 13 years but together for 32 years to Delince Jean. The devoted mother of Jhessica Jean and her husband Papouchy Garcon of Lawrence, Jofftherline Jean of Malden, Freddly Jean of Malden. Cherished and loving grandmother of Oliver Garcon and Leilah Garcon. Dear sister of 4 brothers and 4 sisters. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. 
 
A funeral service will be held in the Missionary Church of the Haitian Community 100 Temple St., Somerville on Saturday, January 18th at 10:00AM.  Family and friends may visit prior to the service from 8:30AM to 10:00AM in the church. 
 
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. 
 
Services will conclude with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Waltham.

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Raymond C. Hardy of Somerville passed away on January 11, 2025. He was the beloved son of Richard E. Hardy of Stoughton and the late Julie Hardy. Raymond was a dear brother to Richard Hardy and his wife Janet of Oakham, MA, Cynthia Coelho and her husband Daniel of Florida, Robert Hardy and his wife Robin of Eastham, Barbara Aveni and her husband John of Stoughton, Ronald Hardy and his wife Jenny of Holbrook, and Anne Kennedy of Brockton. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.