Funeral, memorial service for junior Anthony Fonseca

Winthrop House will hold a memorial service for Harvard junior Anthony Fonseca at St. Paul’s Church, 29 Mount Auburn St., on Thursday, March 4, at 4 p.m. The ceremony will be followed by a reception in the masters’ house at 5:30.

Funeral services will take place at the Holy Family Catholic Church in Lawton, Okla., on Friday, Feb. 27, at 10 a.m. Members of the Harvard community are welcome to attend.

A book of remembrance is available in the Winthrop House dining hall at all hours. It will be presented to Anthony’s family.

Message from Dean Gross

It is with deep regret that I must give you the sad news of the death of one of our undergraduates, Anthony Fonseca. I extend my heartfelt sympathies to his Winthrop Housemates, friends, and classmates. I know the entire Harvard community joins me in extending to his family our deepest sympathies.

A time like this can be very difficult for everyone, especially those who knew Anthony. I would like to remind his friends, classmates, and all students and staff that there are many people on campus who can help you through this difficult time. Professional help is immediately available through After Hours Urgent Care at the Harvard University Health Services, Holyoke Center, 75 Mount Auburn St. Enter through the basement and proceed to the fifth floor or call (617) 495-5711. Of course, tutors and proctors in each of the Houses and dorms are always ready to assist you.

– Benedict H. Gross
Dean of Harvard College