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25
Jul

Agnes M. Duffy

Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Wednesday, July 30th, 2014 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Agnes M. Duffy, who died on Friday, July 25th at Boston’s Beth-Israel Deaconess Medical Center, following a short illness, at 84 years.  Her funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Thursday, July 31st at 10 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in the Immaculate Conception Church (corner of Beach St. & Winthrop Ave.), Revere, at 11 a.m.  Born & raised in Revere, she was a 1948 alumna of Immaculate Conception High School, Revere.  Early in her working career, Agnes began at New England Tel. & Tel. (NYNEX) as an operator, & later would rise to the supervisory & management positions.  She retired in 1985 as a business office supervisor after 35 years of service.  She was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America, & was most active in her Immaculate Conception Parish Community.  She was a devotee of the Parish & a volunteer until most recently.  She was the daughter of the late Michael F. Duffy & Susan J. (Keane) Duffy.  She was the cherished aunt of: Reverend Mark J. DeAngelis, Pastor of the Church of the Sacred Hearts of Malden, Ronald L. DeAngelis of Revere, Linda Manseau & husband Donald, & John “Jack” Duffy, all of Shrewsbury, MA.  She was the dear sister of the late: Marion E. DeAngelis, John & Thomas Duffy.  Also lovingly survived by her Godmother, Sr. M. Declan, C.S.J. of Bethany at Framingham, her sister-in-law, Barbara Duffy of Hopkinton, & her faithful friend, Mave Tornesello of Malden.  Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.  In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Restoration Fund at Immaculate Conception Church, 22 Sewall St., Revere, MA 02151.

Services

Visiting Hours

Wednesday, July 30th, 2014 from 4 – 8 p.m.

Funeral Mass

Thursday, July 31st, 2014 at 11 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere.

Interment

Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Restoration Fund at Immaculate Conception Church, 22 Sewall St., Revere, MA 02151.

24
Jul

Emile J. “Jimmy” Campanaro

Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Tuesday, July 29th, 2014 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Emile J. “Jimmy” Campanaro, who died unexpectedly at his Revere residence on Thursday, July 24th, at 71 years.  His funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Wednesday, July 30th at 9 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere, at 10 a.m.  Born & raised in East Boston, he was a 1963 alumnus of Boston English High School.  “Jimmy” had a 17-year career with the Massachusetts Port Authority.  “Jimmy’s” years at Massport were a tremendously happy time for him.  His winning personality & ability to cope with work related problems was legendary.  As a young man, he was an avid baseball fan & sports fan.  He often wrote sports commentaries for the Boston Globe & the East Boston Times.  He lived most of his life in the Orient Heights section of East Boston before moving to Revere 17 years ago.  He is a veteran of the United States Army during the Viet-Nam era.  He was the beloved son of the late, Louis & Clara (Tedeschi) Campanaro, & the cherished brother of: Francis A. “Chuck” Campanaro & his wife Elizabeth M. of Leesburg, Florida, Eugene L. “Gene” Campanaro & his wife Linda of Revere, & Richard L. Campanaro & his wife Claire M. of Bedford, Texas.  He is also lovingly survived by several nieces, nephews, grand-nieces & grand-nephews.  Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.

Services

Visiting Hours

Tuesday, July 29th, 2014 from 4 – 8 p.m.

Funeral Mass

Wednesday, July 30th, 2014 at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere.

Interment

Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.

18
Jul

Daniel T. “Danny” Dellascio

Daniel T. "Danny" Dellascio

Daniel T. “Danny” Dellascio

Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Wednesday, July 23rd, 2014 beginning at 3 p.m. through 6:45 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Daniel T. “Danny” Dellascio, who died unexpectedly at his Lynn residence on Friday, July 18th, at 45 years.  The funeral service will be conducted in the funeral home following the visitation, at 7 p.m.  Interment is private.  Born & raised in Revere, “Danny” lived here until moving to Lynn in 1999.  He was a 1987 alumnus of Revere High School.  Following graduation, he entered the work force with the United States Postal Service as a letter carrier.  His work took him to the neighborhoods of Revere, East Boston, & Winthrop.  “Danny” was a member of the National American Letter Carriers’ Union.  An avid sportsman, he was a banner fan of the New England Patriots & Boston Bruins.  He genuinely enjoyed the game of football, & the New England Patriots were his “Hallmark.”  He was overwhelmed when he would attend his daughter Adrianna’s hockey games, as well as his son Danny’s hockey games.  He is the beloved husband of 17 years to Lauren B. (Nolan) Dellascio.  He is the cherished father of Adrianna M. & Danny S. Dellascio, both of Lynn.  He is the dear brother to Phillip Fraga, Elizabeth Bodish, Kevin, Edward & Joseph Dellascio, & Mary Orsini.  He is the devoted son-in-law of retired Boston Police Lieutenant Herbert “Herbie” Nolan & Barbara (Perry) Nolan of Medford & Las Vegas, Nevada.  He is also lovingly survived by his uncle, Ronald Perry of Medford, his sister-in-law, Melissa A. Nolan of West Virginia, & his faithful “best buddy,” Paul Clapp of Florida, & also by many nieces & nephews.  In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, One Bulfinch Place, Boston, MA 02114-2931.

Services

Visiting Hours

Wednesday, July 23rd, 2014 from 3 – 6:45 p.m.

Funeral Service

Wednesday, July 23rd, 2014 at 7 p.m. in the Funeral Home.

Interment

Will be private.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, One Bulfinch Place, Boston, MA 02114-2931. 

15
Jul

John P. Fiore

 

John P. Fiore

John P. Fiore

Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Saturday, July 19th, 2014 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for John P. Fiore, who died unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 15th at the Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, after being stricken at his Revere residence, at 92 years.  His funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Saturday following the visitation, with a funeral mass at 12 Noon, celebrated in St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St., Revere, followed by interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.  Born & raised in Revere, he was a 1939 alumnus of Revere High School.  Shortly thereafter, he began working as a young man for the H.P. Hood & Sons Milk Co., where he remained for his entire working career.  In those days, back in the 1940’s, you began in the “Trenches” & worked your way up the sometimes rickety ladder, until reaching the comfort of becoming supervisory & managerial level.  Such was John Fiore’s trek at H.P. Hood & sons for over 48 years of service.  During high school, he met the love of his life, Hilda M. (Genovese).  They married in 1945 & she passed on October 27th, 2010.  Sometimes after the passing of a “unique” couple, such as John & Hilda, the accolades, adjectives, adverbs, etc. are rather mundane.  However, in their case, their true legacy lies in the magnanimous gift they both possessed; making everyone (family, friends, colleagues, & extended family) enjoy a truly singular & extraordinary relationship with “just” them.  John was a past President & long-time member of the Holy Name Society of St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere.  Together, with his dear 94 year old brother-in-law, Anthony “Nick” Nicodemi, were exemplary devotees of the Holy Name Society, as well as active supporters of all Parish activities.  John is lovingly survived by many faithful & dedicated nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, great-grand-nieces & great-grand-nephews.  He was the beloved brother of the late: Rita M. Gallo, Dora Sherriff, Anne Hopkins, Edythe McQuade, Florence Carbone, James V. Fiore, Frank & Louis Fiore.  He is also the dear brother-in-law to Anthony “Nick” Nicodemi of Oak Park, California, & Virginia A. Fiore of Revere.  His late parents, Luigi & Alfonsina (Cantillo) Fiore, came to Revere over 95 years ago.  John P. Fiore is the last of his large family of siblings.  In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the: Italian Home for Children, 1125 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130.

Services

Visiting Hours

Saturday, July 19th, 2014 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Funeral Mass

Saturday, July 19th, 2014 at 12 Noon in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere.

Interment

Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the: Italian Home for Children, 1125 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130.

3
Jul

Lorraine F. (Coviello) Tunnera

Lorraine F. (Coviello) Tunnera

Lorraine F. (Coviello) Tunnera

Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Tuesday, July 8th, 2014 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Lorraine F. (Coviello) Tunnera, who died unexpectedly on Thursday, July 3rd, at 74 years, after being stricken at her Revere home & brought to Massachusetts General Hospital.  Her funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Wednesday, July 9th at 9:30 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in the Immaculate Conception Church (corner of Beach St. & Winthrop Ave.), Revere, at 10:30 a.m.  Born, raised, & educated in East Boston schools, she was a 1958 alumna of Boston Girls’ High.  After marrying Francis A. “Frank” Tunnera in 1959, they moved to Revere, where they remained.  Frank died in January of 2004 following a long & valiant battle with multiple sclerosis.  Lorraine maintained him & all his care at their home until his passing.  A strong & vibrant woman, she entered the workforce at Boston’s Four Seasons Hotel as a Room Service waitress & banquet manager.  She thoroughly enjoyed her position at the Hotel for over 20 years.  She is the cherished mother of Francine Tunnera of Revere, Laurie Ann Stone & her husband Scott A. of Middleton, & Frank A. Tunnera, Jr. & his partner Lori Barrett of Saugus.  She is the devoted grandmother of Rebecca L. Stone & Samuel R. Stone, both of Middleton, & Cameron C. Weaver of Revere.  She is the dear sister of Rosemarie LeClair & her late husband Nelson of Winthrop, & the late: Ann Marie Coviello & Anthony Coviello, Jr.  She is also lovingly survived by several nieces & nephews, & her faithful canine “Grandkids”, Kobe, Oakley & Stella. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.  Lorraine was an active member of several senior centers in Winthrop, Revere, & Saugus.  In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 101 First Ave., Suite 6, Waltham, MA 02454.

Services

Visiting Hours

Tuesday, July 8th, 2014 from 4 – 8 p.m.

Funeral Mass

Wednesday, July 9th, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere.

Interment

Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 101 First Ave., Suite 6, Waltham, MA 02454.

 

3
Jul

Larry G. Flynn

 

Larry G. Flynn

Larry G. Flynn

Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Monday, July 7th, 2014 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Larry G. Flynn, who died following a long illness at his Revere home on Thursday, July 3rd, at 65 years.  His funeral will be conducted from the Funeral Home on Tuesday, July 8th at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass in the Immaculate Conception Church (corner of Beach St. & Winthrop Ave.), Revere, at 10:30 a.m.  Born in Goffstown, New Hampshire on August 7, 1948, he lived in N.H. until moving to Revere over 35 years ago.  Early in his working career, he worked for the Everett Fire Department as an auto mechanic & later went to work for “Sky Chef” at Logan Airport.  Declining health issues necessitated an early retirement in 2007.  Larry was a former longtime member of the Malden Moose Lodge.  He is the adored husband & best friend to Lois A. (Adamson) Flynn for almost 35 years.  He is the proud father of Larry G. Flynn, Jr. of Revere.  He is the beloved brother of: Eugene Smith of Epsom, NH, Patsy Kuklak & her husband Joseph of Ft. Fairfield, Maine, Kianah Currier of Somersworth, NH, Anne Nadeau & her husband Daniel of Stewartstown, NH, & the late, Fred Fuller & Edward H. Flynn, Jr.  He is also lovingly survived by his brothers-in-law: Frederick H. Adamson of Revere, Walter H. Adamson, Jr. & his wife Gayle of Peabody, & the late Joseph W. Adamson.  He is also the special uncle to Joseph M. & Nicholas D. Adamson of Peabody, & several other nephews & nieces.  Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.  In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Revere League for Special Needs, 200 Winthrop Ave., Revere, MA 02151.

Services

Visiting Hours

Monday, July 7th, 2014 from 4 – 8 p.m.

Funeral Mass

Tuesday, July 8th, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere.

Interment

Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Revere League for Special Needs, 200 Winthrop Ave., Revere, MA 02151.

 

21
Jun

Louis Minichiello

 

Louis Minichiello

Louis Minichiello

Family & friends are invited to attend a Memorial Funeral Mass on Thursday, June 26th, 2014 at 11 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St., Revere, for Louis Minichiello, who died following a lengthy illness at Lighthouse Nursing Care Center of Revere on Saturday, June 21st, at 92 years.  The Funeral Mass will be followed by interment in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.  Visiting hours are respectfully omitted.  Mr. Minichiello would have celebrated his 93rd birthday on June 26th, the day of his funeral.  Mr. Minichiello was born & came to live in Revere as a young boy.  He attended Revere schools.  Most of his life was in the construction field, especially as a “Large Crane Operator,” for U.S. Gypsum for over 25 years.  He is the father of: Danielle Singer-Turner-Butler of Lynn, Robert A. Minichiello of Revere, Celina DiChiara & her husband Ciriaco, & Louis “Rany” Minichiello & his wife Silvanna, all of Naples, Italy.  He is the dear brother of Louise Saldi of Peabody, & the late: Joseph, Anthony, Frank, Michael, John, & Carmen Minichiello, & Rose Rolanti & Mary Gruszeski.  He is also lovingly survived by 9 grandchildren, 1 great-granddaughter, his devoted & faithful niece Camilla Tosi & her husband Robert L. Tosi of Arlington, & many other nieces, nephews, grand-nieces & grand-nephews, & his beloved sister-in-law Irene Minichiello of Revere.  In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to your favorite charity.

Services

Memorial Funeral Mass

Thursday, June 26th, 2014 at 11 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere.

Interment

Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to your favorite charity.

19
Jun

Laura B. (Plona) Belmonte

Laura B. (Plona) Belmonte

Laura B. (Plona) Belmonte

Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Sunday, June 22nd, 2014 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Laura B. (Plona) Belmonte, who died at her Revere residence on Thursday, June 19th following a lengthy illness, at 84 years.  Her funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Monday, June 23rd at 10 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church (250 Revere St.), Revere, at 11 a.m.  Born & raised in Chelsea, Mrs. Belmonte came to live in Revere over 65 years ago.  She & her late husband, Angelo “Dobbin” Belmonte, founded & operated the Pines River Fish Market on American Legion Highway, Revere, for over 50 years.  Angelo passed in April of 1987 & Laura retired in 2002.  The entire Belmonte family worked over the years within the operation, where it gave Laura the opportunity to remain most aware & loving to not only her son & daughter, but to her many other family members, especially her nephews & nieces.  The Market remains open & thriving, under non-family ownership.  She is the cherished mother of Deborah A. Belmonte of Revere, & Anthony Belmonte & his wife Margaret of Beverly, MA.  She is the devoted grandmother of Anthony Belmonte, Jr. of Revere, Andrew Belmonte, USN (Navy Seal Program), & John Belmonte, both of Beverly. She is the proud great-grandmother of Domenic Belmonte of Beverly.  Dear sister of Attorney Stanley P. Plona of Revere, & the late: Cashmira “Kay” Grossi & John F. Plona.  Dear aunt of Jeffrey P. Plona & his wife Leanne, & their daughter Laura Plona (Laura Belmonte’s very special namesake), all of Woburn, Jeannie Grossi, Michelle Morrissey & her husband Michael, all of Cambridge, Mary Finnegan, & Karen Plona, both of Chelsea, & John “Jackie” Aulino of Revere.  Laura is also lovingly survived by her former daughter-in-law, Patricia Conte, of Marblehead.  Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.

Services

Visiting Hours

Sunday, June 22nd, 2014 from 4 – 8 p.m.

Funeral Mass

Monday, June 23rd, 2014 at 11 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere.

Interment

Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.

14
Jun

Yvonne M. (Draper) Ferragamo

Family & friends are invited to visit at the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals,773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, on Thursday, June 19th, 2014 at 9 a.m. for Yvonne M. (Draper) Ferragamo, who died unexpectedly at her Revere home on Saturday, June 14th, at 77 years.  Her funeral will follow from the Funeral Home, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Church (250 Revere St.), Revere, at 11 a.m.  Born & raised in Boston’s West End, she lived in Charlestown as a young girl, until coming to Revere in 1962, when she married Tony Ferragamo.  “Tony” & Yvonne had 42 years together until his death on September 7th, 2004.  She is the devoted mother of: Anthony R. Ferragamo & his wife Debra of Haverhill, & Robert A. Ferragamo & his wife Gretchen Richards of Boylston.  She is the cherished grandmother of: Michael G., David A., & Renee L. Ferragamo, all of Haverhill.  She is the dear sister to Patricia A. DeMinico & her husband Charles of Revere, & the late: Francis S. Draper, Jr., Richard A. Draper, & Vivian Brandano.  She is also lovingly survived by her faithful & loving friends, Judy & Robert Anderson of Revere, & many nieces & nephews.  Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.  In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Lung Association, 460 Totten Pond Rd., Waltham, MA 02451.

Services

Visiting Hours

Thursday, June 19th, 2014 from 9 – 10:30 a.m.

Funeral Mass

Thursday, June 19th, 2014 at 11 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere.

Interment

Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.

 In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Lung Association, 460 Totten Pond Rd., Waltham, MA 02451. 

11
Jun

Austin F. Curley

Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Saturday, June 14th, 2014 at 4 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Austin F. Curley, who died on Wednesday, June 11th after being stricken at his Revere home & rushed to Whidden Memorial Hospital, Everett, at 70 years.  Visitation will be from 4 – 7 p.m., followed by the funeral service in the funeral home at 7:15 p.m.  Born & raised in Revere, he was an alumnus of St. Mary’s High School of Lynn, Class of 1961.  Most of Austin’s working career was spent as a long distance truck driver for several trucking firms.  Failing health demanded an early retirement in 2005.  He is the beloved husband & best friend for over 46 years to Charlotte F. (Portalla) Curley.  He is the devoted father of Ms. Arwen of Maui, Hawaii, & Melissa C. Oscar & her husband Paul of Saugus.  Austin is also lovingly survived by his surrogate niece, Dana Catizone of Melrose, & many friends.  He was also the dear son of the late, Austin H. & Grace M. (Conner) Curley.  Interment is private.  In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Lung Association, 460 Totten Pond Rd., Waltham, MA 02451.

Services

Visiting Hours

Saturday, June 14th, 2014 from  4- 7 p.m.

Funeral Service

Saturday, June 14th, 2014 at 7:15 p.m. in the Funeral Home.

Interment

Will be private.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Lung Association, 460 Totten Pond Rd., Waltham, MA 02451.

To all our families, friends, and residents of Revere, East Boston, and surrounding communities of the North Shore,

We would like to announce that after 37 years of caring for thousands of families at our 773 Broadway location, on January 31st, 2023 we will be officially RELOCATING, to our new location at 262 Beach St., Revere.
On September 30th, 2022, we proudly purchased the Vazza “Beechwood” Funeral Home – DiPietro and Vazza, Inc. A name that has served families for 102 years. We feel blessed that with all of the interest, the Vazza Family chose us to carry on their century old business and family name. We will become Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals. We will continue to honor the Vazza name and continue our commitment the same way that we always have. We also look forward to having both Louis Vazza and Jessica Vazza Ferragamo alongside of us, as we come together as one.
Our reputation has always been our biggest asset. For many years people always wanted us to have a larger facility, now our facility is the largest funeral home in the area. We will be making many beautiful upgrades to allow our families to have the most elegant facility to honor their loved one.
Although this announcement is bittersweet, as we say goodbye to our home, we are forever grateful for all of you for placing your constant faith and trust in us to care for your loved one. We will continue to do what we are best known for.
Thank you for your friendship and continued support.
God bless you all.
Faithfully,

Your friends at Vertuccio Smith and Vazza.

To all our families, friends, and residents of Revere, East Boston, and surrounding communities of the North Shore,

We would like to announce that after 37 years of caring for thousands of families at our 773 Broadway location, on January 31st, 2023 we will be officially RELOCATING, to our new location at 262 Beach St., Revere.

On September 30th, 2022, we proudly purchased the Vazza “Beechwood” Funeral Home – DiPietro and Vazza, Inc. A name that has served families for 102 years. We feel blessed that with all of the interest, the Vazza Family chose us to carry on their century old business and family name. We will become Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals. We will continue to honor the Vazza name and continue our commitment the same way that we always have. We also look forward to having both Louis Vazza and Jessica Vazza Ferragamo alongside of us, as we come together as one.

Our reputation has always been our biggest asset. For many years people always wanted us to have a larger facility, now our facility is the largest funeral home in the area. We will be making many beautiful upgrades to allow our families to have the most elegant facility to honor their loved one.

Although this announcement is bittersweet, as we say goodbye to our home, we are forever grateful for all of you for placing your constant faith and trust in us to care for your loved one. We will continue to do what we are best known for.

Thank you for your friendship and continued support.

God bless you all.

Faithfully,

Your friends at Vertuccio Smith and Vazza.