Dorchester crossing guard dies

Marie Conley, the crossing guard run down at Parish and Winter streets on Oct. 21, died today, Boston Police report. She was 59.

The man who plowed into her, Anis G. Cazeau, 86, will now be charged with motor vehicle homicide by negligent operation, police say.

In a statement, Conley's family says farewell:

Words cannot express the depths of our sorrow at the loss of our mother, daughter, sister, grandmother and friend. She will always be remembered for the joy and happiness that she brought to her children, grandchildren and the members of the Finn and Conley families. We are grateful for the outpouring of sympathy and support we have received through this very difficult time. As we come together as a family to remember Marie, we ask that our privacy be respected. We would also like to state that our prayers go out to Mr. Cazeau and his family who are also dealing with this tragedy.