1958 - 2020
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Funeral
April 14, 20209AM
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Benildo “Boy/ Ben” Lucero, 61, of Westford, MA died on Good Friday, April 10, 2020 surrounded by family. Benildo lost his battle with cancer (sarcoma) diagnosed a year ago in April.
Born in Amadeo, Cavite of the Philippines, he was the son of the late Miguel Lucero and of Asuncion (Angcanan) Lucero.
Benildo earned his Associate’s Degree in Maritime Transportation from the Philippine Maritime Institute. He earned a living as a jeepney and taxicab driver in the Philippines while taking care of his own family and younger siblings in the Philippines when both parents came to the United States. His dream of coming to the US was realized in 2008, but he had to spend the next 12 years separated from his family in the Philippines. Working as a long-time galley and bedroom hand for ENSCO and Bisso Marine offshore oil refineries, he was often away from family in the US, only visiting on rare holidays. A recession layoff brought him home to Massachusetts and he drove for Uber until his health declined.
Benildo was a communicant of St. Catherine’s Church of Westford, MA. He was a member of the Filipino Apostolate, the Malden Filipino Choir and the Knights of Columbus.
His family described him as someone with tremendous courage, strength, determination and self- sacrifice. He persevered through many of life’s challenges and was incredibly hardworking, friendly and always telling jokes to make us smile. Singing, dancing, cooking, and spending time with his family were among the things he loved the most. Benildo became a US Citizen in 2016 and was working towards bringing his wife and three daughters to the USA, but was hindered by his illness.
Benildo is survived by his wife Joselyn (Joya) Lucero who is currently residing in the Philippines with their daughters Sophia, Patricia and Franz; his ex-wife, Luz Sulla of the Philippines with their children – Kristine, Michael, Marjorie, Gracielle, Cheryll, Jan Martin and Justin. He is also survived by his brothers – Bryan Lucero of Manchester, NH; Oliver and his wife Anna Marie Lucero of Anchorage, AK; Marlon and his wife Mel Lucero of Manchester, NH; his sisters – Annie and her husband Danny Talaid of Westford, MA; Tess Monteyro and her husband Dean Berube of Newmarket, NH; Elsa De Lara of Manchester, NH; Marietta and her husband Jojo Barton of the Philippines; Malou and her husband Peter Harmsen of the Netherlands; his seven grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Jacqueline Farrar of Gardner, MA who died February 1, 2004.
A loving husband, father, son, brother and friend, Boy will forever be loved and missed by all who knew him.
A virtual funeral service will be Tuesday at 9 am at DOLANFUNERALHOME.COM. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made in his honor to Venmo account: @Annie-Talaid. ARRANGEMENTS BY DOLAN FUNERAL HOME 978-251-4041.
Y-Chie
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Sincere condolences to your families you left behind Boy. May your soul rest in peace in God’s paradise. We will forever miss you. Will continue to pray for all of you. With sadness. Y
Jeff Pagulong
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lucero Family during this difficult time. Rest in peace Nong Boy, we will miss you and your jokes that always makes everyone around you smile.
Tom Cronin
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May my Brother Knight Benildo find Peace of the loving embrace of Jesus.
Vivat Jesus
Tom Cronin
Council 6617
Michael Sabio
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Condolences and prayers to the bereaved family. May your soul rest in peace. ‘Til we meet again!
-elmer sabio & family
Lita Kapusansky and family
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Our sincere and deepest condolences to your family ( my other family here in U.S.) Boy you’ll be greatly miss. May your soul Rest In Peace and be in the company of angels in heaven!
Cathy Cronin
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Dear Tess, and the Lucero family, I’m so sorry, Boy has lost this battle. It’s so unfair for such a “good” person, but as we all know God takes the “good” as well. May peace be with him, as he is now in the arms of our lord, and out of pain. I’m praying for your strength and acceptance in the days ahead…until you meet again.
Sincerely,
Cathy Cronin xo
Charlie and Tess
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Our sincere and deepest condolences to Lucero family. We are very sorry , Boy has lost this battle. Rest In Peace Kuya boy??
Rose Marie A. Candaza
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My heartfelt condolences to the Lucero Family. May eternal rest grant unto your soul Boy Lucero and let perpetual light shine upon you.
Suzan and Jim Morrocco
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Sending our sincere condolences in the loss of your beloved Boy, He fought a fight he could not win but now he is with God in Heaven suffering no more. He will live in your hearts forever!
Love Suzan and Jim Morrocco
Mateo R. Caguitla Jr
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Condolences to the family of Tito Boy Lucero,
Rest In Peace
Your pamangkin
Jun Caguitla
Cora ison barreyro
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Our Deepest Condolences to the family of pareng Boy Lucero,
Rest In Peace
Fr: Barreyro Family
Rodriguez Family
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May Our Lord bless and comfort the Lucero Family during this time of grief.
Our deepest condolences..?
Benjie
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Condolences to the family he’s in good condition may god and angel be with him and guide he’s way to heaven.
Hi my name Benjie he was like a brother and father to me & breaks my heart how he disappeared to this world but all the memories left behind will always never forget rest and peace po Ben..
Frankie B. Valdez
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Our sincere condolences to the Lucero family. Kuya Boy was like a big brother to me when we were still in Makati. A very funny guy that will surely be missed by many people who have known him. Rest in Peace kuya, ’til we meet again.
Ramil Antonio
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Condolences po.
Len and Pearl Brault
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Our condolences and prayers are with the Lucero family. Boy, you will be missed- your humor and your fighting spirit will always be remembered. May you rest in heaven.
Rita,David ,Masaki And Zach Thorne
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Ouu Thoughts And Prayers Are With The Lucero Family, May Kuya Boy Soul Rest In Peace
Joy Gaviola
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Our sincere condolences and prayers to Kuya Boy’s family and loved ones. He and his sense of humor will be missed. ?
Evelyn and Roel and family
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Our love and deepest sympathies to you nanny Cion and your family. We’re praying for your family and take comfort That Nong Boy is at peace and watching over us all. Please know our loving thoughts embrace you now.
David Bateman and Gene Gant
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A beautiful service celebrating a beautiful man and life well lived. Our prayers are with your family.
Mely Rodil-Zoleta
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We will always remember you! Rest now in the embrace of our Loving Father in heaven! May you rest in peace!
Ken Rosenthal
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Our deepest sympathy to the Lucero family. May Boy rest in everlasting peace.
Ben and Fe Acosta Family
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Our thoughts are with your family.
Condolence.
Frank, Malou, Nico & Anya Lee
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As Jesus has risen from the dead, surely Kuya Boy will be risen and enjoy the company of all his loved ones that have gone before him and and all the saints. Our deepest sympathy to all his family that he has left behind and may they take comfort in knowing that one day they will see him again. We will truly miss you very much Kuya Boy.
Elvie M Wright
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My sincere condolence to the Lucero Family; May Boy soul Rest In Peace.
Karol Jordan
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Wishing you and your family strength and peace during this hard time.
May your Benildo rest in peace.
Scott Lubell
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May Boy rest in peace. He lived life to the fullest and fought the mighty fight at the end. May he rest in external peace. I hope that the family draws some comfort in knowing that friends are here to express our deepest sympathies and shared in his service.
Jun and Cely Cruz
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Boy will be greatly missed.. his kindness, friendliness, sense of humor and most of all his being close to us like a real family. He would come and visit whenever and we would just talk happily mostly about his/our life and family. It’s so sad he is now gone after his long struggle with his sickness but comforting to know that God chose the time to take Boy with Him at the same time He died on the cross. Boy is now resting in peace in Paradise with our Lord Jesus Christ. Nanay Cion, like what Boy always says to you “pahinga naman kayo paminsan minsan, enjoy life and continue to be happy as always”. I’m sure he will be watching you Nanay and the rest of your family. He loves you all very much. We love you too.
Annie Talaid
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Thank you so much Cely and Jun.
God bless your family.
Lucero and Talaid Families