RIP Marie J. (Kearse) Ace

Marie J. (Kearse) Ace, 82, of Allston passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024, surrounded by 28 loving members of her Boston family that adored her beyond words. 

She was the Beloved wife of William Ace. Raised by grandparents, Curley and Pokey Kearse. Devoted mother of Billy III, David, Jonathan, and close friends of her sons that were like her own, Lazar Franklin and Bob Francis. Loving grandmother of Tyler, Alexis, Alana, Jonathan Jr., Arielle and Kameron. Sister of the late Dolores, Rufus, Joyce, and Eilleen. She also leaves behind her first cousin Avis who lived with her family growing up, and was more like a sister to Marie.

Marie was the Matriarch of her families both in Syracuse New York where she originated from, and here in Boston, Ma. where she settled, and made a legacy for herself. She was the woman, whether you were family or a close friend, who had her door always open to anyone she loved and cared for that needed that extra TLC! Anyone that knows Marie, you know there was always a warm plate of some good old comfort food to soothe your soul, and a comfortable place to stay when you walked through her door.

Marie had more family than you can count. Whether you were blood related or not, everyone was family to Marie that was in her circle. She loved being a part of planning family reunions, visiting her family in Syracuse, having her sons and their friends fill her home to watch all Sporting event. She loved hosting cookouts, and dancing to her James Brown around the house.

Marie graduated Newbury college, retired from Anheuser Bush, a long-standing member on the board of directors of Charlesview apartments, who played an intricate part in the relocation and renovation process. She was a host mother to international students from all over the world for over 20 years, and built close relationships with each of them that lasted her lifetime. Marie was a proud Christian woman, who was a member of Union Church in the South End of Boston and always looked forward to her bible studies and services with Pastor Jay.

She leaves behind a legacy of love that will be missed greatly!

Funeral Service and Interment Private. For guest book please visit www.lehmanreen.com