Edna L. (Drummey) St. Peter

Edna St. Peter, a cherished mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on January 10, 2026. Born on April 24, 1934, in South Boston, Edna's life was a testament to the enduring power of faith, family, and unwavering love for her roots.

A graduate of South Boston High School, Edna's roots were steeped in the traditions and camaraderie of her neighborhood. She was a true daughter of South Boston her stories of “Southie”as a youth and young woman were always told with pride and pleasure,

Edna was a devoted wife and mother Her family was her world, and she created a home filled with warmth, discipline, and laughter. Beloved wife of the late Stephen V. Tierney and Francis J. St. Peter. She is survived by her loving children, Stephanie Barresi and her late husband James of Quincy, Denise Gleason and her late husband Thomas (Ret BPD) of Quincy, Francis Tierney (Ret BFD)  and his wife Denise of Hyde Park and FLA , Pamela Smith and her husband Patrick of Quincy, Michelle O'Brien of W. Roxbury, Matthew Tierney (Ret BPD) and his wife Catherine of Maine and FLA, Maribeth Coolbrith and her husband Edward of Medfield, and Sean Tierney of Hyde Park. Each of them carries her legacy of love and dedication. Mother in law of Stephen O'Brien (Ret BPD) of W. Roxbury

Sister of deceased sisters Margaret Hiltey, Mildred Healy, Clara Boyd, Charlotte Holmes, and deceased brothers George Drummey, Robert Drummey, and Charles Drummey. Also survived by 19 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews

Throughout her life, Edna's commitment to her family was paralleled only by her devotion to her faith. A devout Catholic, she attended Mass daily, finding solace and strength in her spirituality. Her devotion to the Blessed Mother was a source of inspiration to all who knew her, and her faith was a guiding light that illuminated the path for her family.

She was an avid Boston Red Sox fan, her enthusiasm for the Red Sox was infectious. She celebrated their victories with joy and sometimes a cocktail and weathered their defeats. Her love for the game was so great that after a championship she had the Boston B tattoo’d on her leg!

Edna's life was filled with the roles she cherished: a wife, a mother, a believer, and a proud “Southie Girl”. Her spirit will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who were lucky enough to have known her and be her presence.

Visiting hours at the Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home 326 Granite Ave Milton Thursday January 15 th from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Funeral Mass at Most Precious Blood Church, Hyde Park Friday morning day January 16th at 11:30am. Burial to follow at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, W. Roxbury

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