Edith (De Sena Sequeira) Martins

Of Braintree, formerly of Brava, Cape Verde, died on June 1, 2026.

Beloved wife of the late Joe Santos Martins.

Loving mother of Nelson and his wife Kim Martins of Leominster, and Carrie Williams of Quincy.

Devoted “Yaya” of Anisah, Mikey, Eumahni, Buddy, and Jordan.

Daughter of the late Joao De Sena Sequeira and Maria De Sena Sequeira.

Sister of Candida De Sena Sequeira, Benvinda De Sena Sequeira, Maria Joao De Sena Sequeira, Margarida De Sena Sequeira, Maria Joao De Sena Sequeira, and Carlota De Sena Sequeira.

Edith is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends will honor and remember Edith’s life by gathering for a visiting hour in St. Patrick Church, 400 Dudley Street, Roxbury, on Tuesday morning, June 9, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. Followed by a Funeral Mass at 11:00 A.M.

Burial will follow in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dorchester.

Edith was a retired employee of Beth Isreal Hospital and South Shore Hospital for many years. She will be affectionately remembered as being a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. She was very religious and prayed daily.