Lorayne A. (Joyce) Carberry, 78, of Milton, died Sept. 14 after a lengthy illness.
Mrs. Carberry had many interests. She was a talented artist, decorator, real estate investor, prolific political debater and true lover of life.
Proud of her Irish heritage, her South Boston roots and her Catholic faith, she had a deep devotion to St. Anthony and to the Blessed Mother.
A philanthropist, she gave generously to schools, churches, foundations and individuals for many years. She strongly believed in the blessings of anonymous giving.
She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Kenneth R. Carberry; her children, Joyce A. Scott and her husband, Ronald, Dale Marie Carberry, Kenneth A. Carberry and his wife, Mary, Keith R. Carberry and his wife, Anne, all of Milton, and Kurt R. Carberry and his wife, Deborah, of Canton; and
14 grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated in St. Agatha Church on Sept. 18. Entombment was in St. Michael Cemetery, Boston.
Donations may be made to Elizabeth Seton Academy, 2220 Dorchester Ave., Dorchester, MA 02124.
Arrangements were by the Dolan Funeral Home.