Palmina A. “Pam” (DiPlacido) Gioioso
” … thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven … “and so, from the Prayer of the “Our Father”, comes the events of the life that the Gioioso family has experienced especially from May 11th, 2020 thru May 17, 2020. Palmina “Pam” passed as a result of complications arising from the Coronavirus, on Sunday, May 17th at the Lawrence General Hospital, Lawrence MA, only six days following the passing of her faithful loving husband of 65 years, on Monday, May 11th from the same insidious virus.
Palmina A. (DiPlacido) Gioioso was born on March 29, 1931 in East Boston to Bernardino & Maria (Tecce) DiPlacido. She attended East Boston schools & was an alumna of East Boston High School, Class of 1949. Following graduation, she attended business classes and would soon begin her working career at the Filene’s Store of Downtown Boston in the gift-wrapping department, a position made for “Pam” “, a woman made for the position. To say that she loved her work is an understatement. She gave Filene’s six (6) years of service. However, from that time on, she was the Matriarch of Giftwrapping for her entire family. Whatever the occasion, a Birthday, Wedding, Graduation, Christmas, Easter or whatever, “Pam” had the gift of artistry in her hands. She would marry John in 1955, continue to live in East Boston & in 1967, move to Eustis St., Revere. She had three (3) devoted children: John J. Gioioso, Jr. & his wife, Colleen of Lynnfield, Donna M. Lapointe & her husband, Gerard of North Berwick, Maine and Laura J. Belmonte & her husband, Frank A. Belmonte, Jr. of Londonderry, New Hampshire. She returned to the working world in the early seventies, at Bradlees Department Store of Chelsea as a salesclerk & cashier. She retired in 1993 after twenty (20) years of service. When her children were in school, “Pam” was most active in the Revere Parents Club. Nothing gave her more joy or pleasure than to be with her children; whether at home or elsewhere, teaching them, playing with them or thoroughly reading to them. Pam had a voracious appetite for reading & continued to the end to thrive on that appetite. When grandchildren began happening, she was renewed in the art of “mothering”. Her grandchildren loved & thrived on spending time with their “Nonnie”. She did all the activities, plus, as when she raised her own children. The grandchildren were taken to movies, museum trips, picnics and they especially enjoyed playing many games together. The combined time with her children and grandchildren remain to be the hallmark of her life—caring and giving. Her cherished grandchildren are Ashley L. Burbank & her husband, Adam of Berwick, Maine, Gregory A. Lapointe & his wife, Moriah of Wells, Maine, Frank A. Belmonte, III of Londonderry, NH & Genna R. Gioioso of Lynnfield. She is also the dear sister to John DiPlacido & his late wife Frances (Corozza) DiPlacido of West Palm Beach, FL & the late Clara (DiPlacido) Kennedy & her late husband Joseph. She is also lovingly survived by her two great-grandsons, Zachary and Jackson and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews. Pam was also the faithful cousin to the late Mario DiBacco. For many years of Saturday nights, both Pam & John who were long-time members of the Malden Moose Lodge, would take thorough advantage of the celebrations on Saturday nights and holiday specials, dressed to the nines, side-by-side.
Funeral Services & Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett will be Private
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Mary E. (McNamara) Forgione
Funeral Services & Interment will be held privately due to the ongoing COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic for Mary E. (McNamara) Forgione, who died in the loving presence of her family at her home, on Thursday, May 14th, following a brief illness, she was 82 years old.
Mary was born in Melrose but was a lifelong Revere resident. She was educated in the Revere Public Schools & was an alumnus of Revere High School, Class of 1955. Mary had a brief working career before she married the love of her life, Ralph Forgione. The couple would spend the next 62 years in Revere where they raised their family together. Mary was the proud mother of 5 children. She was dedicated to her family first & foremost & her home. She was a woman who took a great sense of pride in her household and was always surrounded by her children and later on, her grandchildren. She had the privilege of seeing born her only great grandchild, Charlotte, which she lovingly called “Her Sunshine”. Mary loved her life enjoying activities, functions, life achievements of her families. Holiday, birthdays, weddings, anniversaries; being together was key in all that she did. She had a loving grace within and also a witty & humorous personality. She always enjoyed a good laugh. Her spirit is in everyone she has touched & loved, her memory will always be carried on through her devoted & loving family.
She is the beloved wife of 62 years of Ralph F. Forgione, II of Revere. Proud & loving mother of Ralph R. Forgione, III & wife Linda, Joan M. Forgione & husband Dennis, Thomas F. Forgione, Frederick J. Forgione, all of Revere & Edward R. Forgione & wife Sheryl of Winthrop. Cherished Nana of Kasey L. MacLean & husband Robert of Scituate, Ryan Forgione & wife Jessica of Brighton, Lauren Ward & husband Ben of Saratoga Springs, New York, Amber Forgione of Revere, Adrianna Forgione of Chelsea, Laritza Forgione of Lynn, Priscila Forgione of Maui, Hawaii & Jake Forgione of Winthrop. Adored Great Nana of Charlotte “Charlie” MacLean. Dear sister of Ruth Rossetti & husband Thomas of Revere & Dorothy Misenheimer & husband Sumner of Rowley. She is also lovingly survived by many loving nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews. Funeral Services & Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett will be private.
Funeral Services and Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett will be Private.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St Jude Children’s Research hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl. Memphis, TN 38105-9959.
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Paul S. “Salvi” Caponigro
Private Funeral Services & Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett, will be held for Paul S. “Salvi” Caponigro, who passed on Wednesday, May 13th following a brief illness at the Jeanne Jugan Residence of Somerville. Mr. Caponigro observed his 107th birthday on March 24th with the presence & love of the Nuns at the facility, in an attempt to help ease the absence of his most devoted family, due to the ongoing pandemic mandates.
Born & raised in East Boston, Mr. Caponigro was an alumnus of East Boston High School, Class of 1931 & a 1935 alumnus of Boston University. Early in his working career, he was with Special Services & the Peace Corps in Japan. After leaving Special Services, he began 25 years of service as a Boston School Teacher of the Arts & Ceramics. He was proud to be the only “Ceramics” Teacher registered to the City of Boston. A man of deep & devout faith, his goal was to serve the Roman Catholic Church as an ordained Priest. However, being a victim & survivor of Polio, he was denied admission to the Seminary. Although, the good & excelsior mode of his life, served his students, family & friends with a hallmark to follow in their own lives. His knowledge of art & the many, many vistas that the study of art, allows us to partake, was genuine & complete. His humility & integrity were life-long attributes that saw him to the completion of his 107 years. He was a member of several Art Associations, the Winthrop Art Association, being one. Paul was a long-standing member of the Boston Retired Teachers’ Association.
He was the beloved son of the late Angelo & Carmella (Luongo) Caponigro & together they parented 7 (seven) children & Paul is the last. His late siblings were, Aida I. Caponigro, Eugene A. Caponigro, Joseph, Americo & Liberto Caponigro & Robert Cappy. He is the cherished uncle to Philip A. Caponigro, Joseph S. Caponigro & his wife, Kelly & Carlo E. Caponigro & his wife, Francesca & Janice Marcinkowski & her late husband Joseph. Many grandnieces & grandnephews also survive him. He is also lovingly survived by his faithful caring sister-in-law, Margaret “Margie” (Bagley) Caponigro-Chiaraluce. In grateful recognition of the extraordinary care rendered Paul, his family asks that, in lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the “Little Sisters of the Poor”, 186 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA 02143. Please visit www.vertuccioandsmith.com and social media for postings on date, time & place of venue for celebrations of life/funeral mass.
Immediate Funeral Services will be Private. A Celebration of Life/Memorial Funeral Mass will be announced at a later date on social media and our website.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the “Little Sisters of the Poor”, 186 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA 02143.
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John J. Gioioso, Sr.
The Family of John J. Gioioso, Sr. of Eustis St., Revere, sadly announce the passing of their husband, father, grandfather & great grandfather on Monday May 11th, following a brief illness at the Lawrence General Hospital, Lawrence. John passed only two days before his 92nd birthday, May 13th.
A proud son of East Boston & an adopted son of Revere, he was schooled at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic School. The move to Revere was in 1967 to Eustis St., where he earned the title & honor of “Mayor of Eustis St.”. Until 2019, John could be seen taking his daily frequent walks up & down Eustis St., & Broadway and greeting, by name, his neighbors and soon to be dear friends. Son of the late Domenic & Mary (DiOrio) Gioioso, he is the last of their eight children. All of his forty plus years of his career was spent in Men’s Dress & Casual clothing. He began his career at Robert Hall Fine Clothing which later became the Anderson-Little Company. John would regale his family with proud stories of his success and the joy of being sought after when customers entered the store. The people of John’s generation created & maintained the fine art of merchandising and trustworthy reputation and he was a master at that aspect of his life. John was a jazz enthusiast and served as the first President of the Stan Kenton Big Band Fan Club of East Boston. On his 90th birthday, Revere’s Mayor proclaimed May 13th, “John J. Gioioso Day” in the City of Revere. He was a Past Member of the former St. Francis Council, Knights of Columbus of Orient Heights, East Boston & a Fourth Degree Member of the Bishop Cheverus, Knights of Columbus, Fourth Degree of Massachusetts. He was also a member of the Saugus Lodge, Order of the Moose. John shared a keen interest in local politics & enjoyed a special friendship with many of our local politicians.
John is the beloved husband of almost 65 years to Palmina A. “Pam” (DiPlacido) Gioioso & the cherished father to John J. Gioioso, Jr. & his wife, Colleen of Lynnfield, Donna M. Lapointe & her husband, Gerard of North Berwick, Maine & Laura J. Belmonte & her husband, Frank A. Belmonte, Jr. of Londonderry, New Hampshire. He is the devoted grandfather of Ashley L. Burbank & her husband, Adam of Berwick, Maine, Gregory A. Lapointe & his wife, Moriah of Wells, Maine, Frank A. Belmonte, III of Londonderry, New Hampshire & Genna R. Gioioso of Lynnfield. He is also lovingly survived by his two great-grandsons, Zachary & Jackson. John was the brother of the late Pasquale “Pat” Gioioso, Joseph, James A.K.A. Vincent, Edward & Anthony Gioioso & Mary Morse & Rose DiCicco. Many nieces, nephews, cousins, grandnieces & grandnephews also survive him. All services & interment at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett, will be held privately in accordance with the ongoing protocol to be observed, regarding the regulations & mandates issued by the Comm. of Mass. & the Boston Archdiocese.
Funeral Services will be held Privately.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959.
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Gerry Federico Giugliano
Funeral Services & Interment will be held privately due to the current COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Pandemic for Gerry Federico Giugliano, who died on Saturday, May 9th, at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, following a long illness, he was 71 years old.
Gerry was born in Grottaminarda, Avellino, Italy and came to the United States in 1965. The family settled in East Boston and Jerry remained there all of his life. He was married for 47 years to Claudia (DiGirolamo) Giugliano. They had 5 children together and raised them in the family home on Saratoga St. Gerry worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator for all of his working career. He had an innate work ethic and worked very hard to support his family. He was forced to retire early due to declining health.
He is the devoted husband of Claudia (DiGirolamo) Giugliano of East Boston. Loving father of Freddy Giugliano, Anthony A. Giugliano, Jerry Giugliano, Joseph Giugliano & Antonetta Giugliano, all of East Boston. Cherished papa of Bryan, Mevayla, Danny, Anthony, Alissa, Joe, Joann & Joselyn. He is the beloved son of the late Andrea & Antonetta (Falcucci) Giugliano. Dear brother of Giuseppe Giugliano & his late wife Alfonsina of Boxford, Salvatore Giugliano & his wife Gilfroia “Jill” of Lynnfield & the late Dora Ragucci. He is also lovingly survived by many loving nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews. At the family’s request, please omit flowers.
Funeral Services will be Private. At the family’s request, please omit flowers.
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Rosemarie J. (Coroniti) Smaldone
Private Funeral Services & private interment at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett were held privately for Rosemarie J. (Coroniti) Smaldone, who passed on Friday, May 8th at Eastpointe Nursing Care Center of Chelsea, following a lengthy illness & complications resulting from the coronavirus.
Mrs. Smaldone was the daughter of Sam and Rose Coroniti. She was born & raised in East Boston and she attended East Boston schools and was a 1949 alumna of East Boston High School. Mrs. Smaldone came to live in Revere in 1967. Her working career was centered upon the Revere School System, where she served as a cafeteria worker for over 20 years. However, first & foremost, her role as a mother, wife, grandmother, daughter & sister was number one in her life fullfilling obligations & joys. She & her late husband, Arthur H. Smaldone, Sr., who passed on December 8, 2013, enjoyed over 60 years together traveling & active in the lives of their children & grandchildren. In their travels, they made several trips to Italy, England, Hawaii, Nashville & Branson, Missouri. She was an ardent fan of country music. Her children are most grateful in prayer, for their parents 20 years as “snow birds”, spending their time in Hallandale Beach, Florida and in the summers between their home in Revere & time at Lake Winnisquam. Rosemarie also was a longtime member at the Ladies’ Auxiliary, Sons of Italy Lodge in East Boston, formerly based out of Trenton St., East Boston. The East Boston Lodge was known for its holiday dance celebrations, picnics & bowling leagues, especially in the 1950s thru 1978.
She is the cherished mother of Arthur H. Smaldone, Jr. & his wife, Carol Ann of Revere, Barbara A. Mauro & her husband, John T. of Revere and Denise P. Dotolo & her husband, Steven A. of West Peabody. She is the devoted grandmother to Lauren R. Smaldone & her wife Courtney Smaldone, Carla A. DiPesa & her husband Christopher, all of Revere, John A. Mauro & his fiancée, Alyce Barry of Austin, Texas, Victoria R. Mauro of Natick, Nikolas S. Dotolo of Nashville, TN and Gabrielle E. Dotolo of West Peabody. She is also lovingly survived by her two (2) great-grandchildren, Jax Arthur DiPesa and Olivia Jean DiPesa. She was the dear sister of the late, Frances H. Procacini & Angela Coroniti & sister-in-law of Lorraine Denaro of Rowley, Loretta Bruno of Malden & the late Mary Carlough. Many faithful nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews also survive her.
Immediate Funeral Services were Private. A future Celebration of Life/Memorial Funeral Mass will be announced at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to either of two charities: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN. 38105-9959 or the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, P.O. Box 5014, Hagerstown, Maryland 21741-5014.
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Mary L. (Lanzo) Christopher
18 days shy of her 88th birthday, in Revere, formerly of Chelsea, May 7th. Beloved wife of 65 years to the late Bernard Christopher, Sr. Cherished mother of Karen Lavorati of Peabody, Christina M. “Tina” McKenna & her husband Eugene G.”Gene” McKenna of Revere, Bernard Christopher, Jr. & his wife Donna Bateman of Moultonboro, NH & Thomas P. Christopher & his wife, Maribeth of Georgetown, MA. Adored grandmother to Traci DeMarco & husband Christopher & Fred Lavorati, all of Peabody, Kelli Carreiro & husband William “Billy” of Stoughton, Colleen Farias & her husband Jay of Hampton Falls, NH, Bernard J. Christopher & wife Cassie of West Roxbury, Ryan Christopher & Molly Christopher, both of Georgetown, MA. Also lovingly survived by her 10 great-grandchildren; Christopher, Erich, Rylie, Christopher, Bethany, Braydon, Miles, Bennett, Finley & Ashton. Dear sister of the late Helen Hurley & devoted sister-in-law to Lawrence J. “Lonnie” Christopher & his wife, Jean L. Christopher, RN of Revere & the late Eileen Davis, Rita Moore, Ruth Francis, Evelyn Theodore, Henry Anderson, Christine Testa, Thomas F. Christopher, Jr. & John Christopher. Many faithful nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews also survive Mary.
Funeral Services & interment will be held privately in accordance with the regulations & mandates issued by the Comm. of MA & the Boston Archdiocese regarding the ongoing COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic.
Retiree of Stop & Shop Stores, Inc. after 30 years of service.
Funeral Services were Private
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105-9959.
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Margaret M. “Peggy” (Sweeney) Battista
At 79 years, in Revere, formerly of Charlestown, on Sunday, May 3rd, most unexpectedly. Beloved wife of 57 years to Gerald A. “Jay” Battista. Cherished mother of Annmarie DePietro & her husband Alfred of No. Andover, Carolyn Thorng & her husband Eric of Pleasanton, CA, Andrea Oriola & her husband Paul of Winthrop & Gerald A. Battista & his wife Monique of Lynnfield. Adored grandmother of Cassandra, Nicholas, Gabriella, Liam & Madison. Dear sister to Ann Marie Sweeney of Scituate, James Sweeney & his wife Christina of Bethesda, MD, Stephen “Steve” Sweeney of Quincy & the late Carol Lefebvre. Also lovingly survived by her brother-in-law Edgar Lefebvre of Plymouth, MA & many faithful nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews. Dear sister-in-law to Carol A. Pedi of Plymouth, MA & her late husband Paul S. Pedi. Treasured sister-in-law to the late Patricia E. Bolton. Faithful daughter to the late James & Margaret (Donovan) Sweeney & special daughter-in-law to the late Anthony J. & Anna M. (Longo) Battista.
“Peggy” was born & raised in Charlestown & came to live in Revere in 1963 when she married. She was an alumna of Boston State College, Class of 1962. “Peggy” worked alongside her husband “Jay” in the family business, Revere Sporting Goods, Broadway, Revere for over 20 years until 1993. “Jay” & “Peggy” were winter residents of Naples, FL & both were members of the Royal Wood Golf & Country Club of Naples & locally, in Melrose were members of the Bellevue Country Club.
Services
Memorial Mass
Saturday, August 8th at 10:30 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Heart Assoc. / American Stroke Assoc., Founders Affiliate, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241-7005.
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Darlene J. (Allen) Attardo
Funeral Services were held privately due to the ongoing COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic for Darlene J. (Allen) Attardo, who died on Friday, May 1st at the Katzman Center for Living in Chelsea, after becoming victim of Covid-19 Virus, she was 69 years old.
Darlene was born in Somerville, later the family moved to Revere. She was raised in Revere & attended Revere Public Schools. She married her husband Frank “Franco” Attardo in 1968, the family remained in Revere where they raised their children. Darlene worked very hard to help support her family. She was a cashier for local gas stations & became manager in her later years. Her children were always paramount & it was her dedication to be the mother she was. Darlene worked double shifts to provide for her family & never complained, she was a selfless mother and always put her family first.
She is the devoted wife of 34 years to the late Frank “Franco” Attardo. Loving & cherished mother of Denise M. Attardo of Revere, Frank A. Attardo & his wife Angela of Manchester, NH & the late Sean Baird. Adored grandmother of Damon A. Attardo & his fiancé Alison Elfman & Kevin W. Groch, all of Revere. Cherished great grandmother of Payton & Maya Attardo of Revere. She is also lovingly survived by nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, friends & extended family.
Funeral Services were Private
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 309 Waverly Oaks Rd., Waltham, MA 02452.
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Anna C. (DiBlasi) D’Errico
Funeral Services will be held privately due to the ongoing COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic, for Anna C. (DiBlasi) D’Errico, who died on Thursday, April 30th at the CHA – Everett Hospital, fallen victim to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus). She just celebrated on April 17th her 91st birthday.
Anna was a lifelong Revere resident and was a proud Alumna of Revere High School, Class of 1947. Anna was married to her husband, Albert J. D’Errico on August 20th, 1950. Anna & Albert remained in Revere where they raised their two sons. She was a dedicated wife & mother, who loved to cook & bake. She was always proud of her home and made everyone feel welcome when they would visit. She was also a very artistic woman. Anna would draw & paint beautiful pictures and knit many creations. Anna worked for a brief time at Almy’s at Northgate. She was also a very devout catholic & lover of animals. Her love & affection for her family was always where her heart was. She treasured many holidays, birthdays & many other get togethers that included her children, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nieces & nephews.
She is the beloved wife of 69 years of the late Albert J. D’Errico, Sr., who passed away on August 20, 2019, their 69th wedding anniversary. Loving mother of Albert J. D’Errico, Jr. & his companion Paula of Assonet & James J. D’Errico & his wife Brenda A. of Revere. Cherished grandmother of Carla D’Errico & her husband Shawn of Winthrop, Eric D’Errico & his wife Allison, Diandra D’Errico, all of Revere & Lauren D’Errico of Tewksbury. Adored great-grandmother of Amaya & Cameron Sorrentino. Dear sister of Maurice J. “Moe” DiBlasi & his late wife Victoria of Lynnfield, James DiBlasi & wife Sandra of Revere, and the late Joseph DiBlasi, Josephine “Josie” Trinidad, & Augustine “Gus” DiBlasi. She is also lovingly survived by many loving nieces, nephews, grandnieces, & grandnephews.