Aristhene Alexandre, affectionately known to many as “Papithene” or “Frere Thene,” passed
away peacefully at the remarkable age of 103 years and five months.
Born on April 17, 1923, in Cadelille Léogâne, Haiti, Aristhene was raised in a devout Christian
household by his parents, Francois Arius and Renette Osirus. Under their loving guidance, he
developed the strong principles and unwavering integrity that defined his entire life; he was truly
a man of his word. As an entrepreneur, he partnered with his two brothers to build a successful
family auto mechanic business.
A dedicated man of faith, Aristhene spent more than 40 years serving as a deacon and
treasurer at L Épiphanie Episcopal Church in Haiti. His passion for evangelism also led him to found the Saint John Evangelist Church in Carfou-feuille. He loved to share his faith through
storytelling, frequently recounting the many beautiful ways God had directed his path, and his
sharp wit and warm humor could always be counted on to bring laughter to any room. In his
leisure time, he thoroughly enjoyed going to the movies, holding a special fondness for classic
Westerns.
Aristhene was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Francine, on August 1, 2005.
His rich legacy lives on through his large and loving family. He is survived by his two brothers,
Josue and Ilvoit; his children, Jean, Judith, Marlene, Lionel, and Maude; his daughters-in-law,
Darlene and Nadine; and his sons-in-law, Harold and Jean Fritzner; and his grandchildren, Jean
Andre (III), Pierre Armand, Stephen, Guerdith, Julio, Herbie, Jerry, Arlene, Neldine, Francine,
Nadeline, Kervine, and Ryan.
He is also survived by his great-grandchildren, Najé, Ariana, Jean IV, Eliana, Endre, Noah,
Isabella, Zaire, Aja, and Adrienne; as well as his many cherished nieces and nephews, Elia,
Rosette, Fito, Ismane, Reginal, Herbert, Roselene, Gesner, Emts, Jean Claude, Joseph
Remond, Nancy, Magalie, Dominique, Maguy, Ivon, Nadege, Miryame, Esther, Jacques,
Sandra, Maryline, Maude, Emirna, Vesline, Woodnie, and Jimmy.
Aristhene will be deeply missed by his family and friends. He left an indelible impact on his
community and his memory will be a blessing to all who knew and loved him.
In the Arms of God
Everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. John 11:26
We don’t like to say good-bye to those whom we love. Whether it be at a school or a
cemetery, separation is tough. It is right for us to weep, but there is no need for us to despair.
They had pain here. They have no pain there. They struggled here. They have no struggles
there. You and I might wonder why God took them home. But they don’t. They understand.
They are, at this very moment, at peace in the presence of God…
When it is cold on earth, we can take comfort in knowing that our loved ones are in the
warm arms of God. And when Christ comes, we will hold them, too.
Family and friends are invited to attend the viewing hours on Friday October 2, 2026 from 6-8 pm in the Joseph Russo Funeral Home, 814 American Legion Highway, Roslindale, MA. A viewing hour will be from 8-9 AM followed by a Religious Service from 9-11 AM on Saturday October 3, 2026 in Bethal African Methodist Church at 40 Walk Hill Street, Jamaica Plain, MA. Burial will be in New Calvary Cemetery, 800 Harvard Street, Mattapan, MA. 02126.