On Tuesday, January 20th, 2026, our beloved Mother Odile Verdier passed away at the age of 82. Born in Abacou, Haiti, Odile was the cherished daughter of Benjamin and Gelia Verdier, and the loving, precious sister of Denis and Wiener Verdier. Raised in a devoted Christian family, she grew up in a home where faith, integrity, and compassion were the pillars that shaped her character.
She married her Prince Charming, the late Belony Caton, on December 23rd, 1967 and together they built a large and loving family. She was a devoted mother to her four children: Serge, Paul-Denis, Judelande, and Noberta as well as her adopted children: Rose Marie, Nancy, Medgine, Judelande, and Jédilia. To each of them, she passed on a precious legacy of love, Christian faith, and the noblest values of human life. She was a cherished grandmother who found great joy in spending time with her grandchildren in Abacou, especially sharing moments of laughter and love while cooking with them.
Manmie, Manmite Ben, Grandma, Tante Odile, Man Didile, Granmoune, Choupia , Dilo all her nicknames reflected the deep love and affection she shared with her children, parents, grandchildren, sisters and brothers-in-law, friends, and neighbors. Her love was generous and unconditional, touching the heart of all who knew her.
She was truly radiant, a bundle of joy and a symbol of strength and resilience. Her greatest gift to her children, grandchildren and friends will forever be the sacred art of loving without condition and rising with grace after every trial. She carried an unshakable faith, gently reminding us that, “God does not give you a challenge you cannot overcome”.
Odile is survived by her children, adoptive children, grandchildren, nephew, nieces, friends and neighbors. Her laughter, friendship, love and warm presence will always remain in our hearts.
Devoted mother of Mrs. and Mr. Paul Denis Caton born Daphnée Chéry, Mrs. and Mr. David Jean-Baptiste born Judelande Caton, Mrs. and Mrs. Francois Billy born Noberta Caton, Mrs. and Mr. Emmanuel Tillus born Rose Marie Joseph.
Adoptive mother of Nancy Joseph, Esther, Judelande, Jédilia Raphael, Medgine Edouard.
Loving grandmother of Ridgy Denis Caton, Daland Patrice Jean- Baptiste, Ralph Théo Jean- Baptiste, Nathan Jean- Baptiste, Amanda Denise Caton, Sabrina Caton, Scheranne Billy, Brian Alec Billy, Sade Caton, Jeffrey A. Tillus, Arielle M. Tillus, Katyna Charles, Odile Donnius, Brahams Jean-Baptiste and Rhamsky Jean-Baptiste.
Aunt of Mrs. Sandra P.Verdier, Conrad Verdier, Picard Verdier, Stéphane Verdier, Dominique Désir, Stanley Désir, Carl-Henry Pierre.
Also survived by Deslances , Gautier, Joseph,Pierre, Lubin, Roméo, Mésidor, Donius, Raphael, Jeanty and friends.
Odile attended Lycee des jeunes filles (Cayes) for schooling and she was owner of La Samaritaime Bakery in Cayes, Haiti. She participated in the “Echo des dames du Sacre-Coeur Choir”. She enjoyed Excursions in Abacou, baking with her friends and grandchildren and gardening.
Visitation at the George F. Doherty & Sons Wilson-Cannon Funeral Home, 456 High St. Dedham on Friday, January 30, from 5-8pm. Funeral Mass and celebration of life will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 1548 Blue Hill Avenue, Mattapan on Saturday, January 31, at 12 Noon. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Interment in Highland Cemetery, Norwood.
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Celebration of Life: Odile Verdier Caton
Time: Jan 31, 2026 12:00 PM (EST Time)
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