Harold B. Brinig
Graveside services at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett, were held for Harold Burton Brinig on Monday, November 25th, 2013. Mr. Brinig died on Monday, November 18th at the West Roxbury VA Medical Center of Boston following a lengthy illness, at 81 years. Born & raised in Somerville, he attended schools there & was a 1950 alumnus of Somerville High School. All of his working career was as a truck driver for Local #25. He retired at 65 years of age. He served with the United States Marines during the Korean Conflict, from October of 1952 – July of 1953. Harold was the husband of the late, Elizabeth J. (FitzGerald) Brinig, who died in March of 1997. Mr. Brinig had been a Revere resident since 1959. He is the beloved father of, Kathleen A. Scherber & her husband Paul of Danvers, & Raymond F. Brinig of Revere. He is the cherished grandfather of Daniel P. & Kelly Scherber both of Danvers, & Aleczandre R. Brinig of Waltham. He is also lovingly survived by his daughter-in-law, Theresha “Terry” Brinig of Waltham. He was the brother of the late, Charles & Raymond E. Brinig, Jr., & the son of the late, Raymond E. Brinig, Sr. & Josephine (Barbera) Brinig. Remembrances may be made to the charity of your choice.
Anthony M. Zaccaria
Family & friends are invited to visit with family on Wednesday, November 20th, 2013 beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Anthony M. Zaccaria, who died following a long illness on Sunday, November 17th at the Kaplan Family Hospice House, Danvers, at 66 years. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday at 11 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St., Revere, followed by entombment in Holy Cross Community Mausoleum, Malden. Born in Everett, he was raised in Revere, attended Revere schools, & was a 1965 alumnus of Revere High School. He continued on with his education at Salem State Teachers’ College & graduated in 1969. For over 35 years, Anthony “Toni” taught computer sciences at Revere High School. He also worked for a time for Delta Airlines until retirement. He is the beloved husband of Deborah A. (Tango) Zaccaria. The couple & their family lived in Revere most of their lives before moving to Saugus in 1996. They remained in Saugus until June of 2013, when they relocated to Reading. He is the devoted father of Lisa Zaccaria of Reading & the late Michelle Zaccaria. He is the dear brother to Arlene A. Baho & her husband Robert L. of Westboro, MA. He is the cherished uncle to John M. Baho of Sandwich & Karen A. Baho of Quincy. He is also lovingly survived by his father & mother-in-law, Robert & Phyllis (Cimino) Iudica of Saugus. He is the adored son of the late, Anthony M. Zaccaria, Jr. & Elizabeth “Betty” (Palermo) Zaccaria. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the North Shore Hospice, 75 Sylvan St., Danvers, MA 01923.
Services
Visiting Hours
Wednesday, November 20th, 2013 from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Funeral Mass
Wednesday, November 20th, 2013 at 11 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere.
Entombment
Holy Cross Community Mausoleum, Malden.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the North Shore Hospice, 75 Sylvan St., Danvers, MA 01923.
Paul P. Ristino, Sr.
Paul P. Ristino, Sr.
Family & friends are invited to visiting hours on Thursday, November 21st, 2013 in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, from 4 – 8 p.m. for Paul P. Ristino, Sr., who died on Saturday, November 16th at Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, following a year-long illness, at 69 years. The funeral service will be conducted from the Funeral Home on Friday, November 22nd at 12 Noon. Interment is private. Born & raised in Revere, he was a resident until moving to Winthrop in 1995. For the past 15 years, he worked as a nurse’s aide for the Department of Public Health, Long Term Facilities & also took on private patients as well. For the past year, a work related accident has prevented him from returning to his work. He is the beloved father of Paul J. Ristino & his wife Lynn of Revere, Renee L. Pedone & her husband Edward of Saugus, Alyssa M. Thomas & her companion Kenneth Cooper of Revere. He is the devoted brother of Richard of Sanford, Maine, & the late Joseph Ristino. He is the cherished grandfather of Lindsey Thomas & her fiancee Jason, Jennifer, Katie Ristino, Andrew & Steven Thomas, all of Revere, Matthew & Kevin Pedone both of Saugus. He is also survived by Loretta M. Ristino of Revere, & many nieces & nephews. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 60 Walnut St., Wellesley Hills, MA 02481.
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, November 21st, 2013 from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Service
Friday, November 22nd, 2013 at 12 Noon in the Funeral Home.
Interment
Will be private.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 60 Walnut St., Wellesley Hills, MA 02481.
Frances A. (Fucile) DiPlatzi
Family & friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass on Friday, November 22nd, 2013 at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere, for Frances A. (Fucile) DiPlatzi, who died on Saturday, November 16th in her friend’s home while visiting, unexpectedly, at 72 years. Interment will follow in the Wyoming Cemetery, Melrose. Born & raised in Boston, the family lived early on in Somerville. Frances spent most of her life in Somerville, Revere, Boston, & lastly in Melrose. Most of her working career was spent in the Computer industry, serving Data Entry. She is the devoted mother of Gerald F. Hayes & his partner Linda of Everett, David S. Hayes & his wife Theresa of Raymond, NH, Denise M. Carnazzo of Saugus, Lorraine D. Hanscomb of Everett, & Douglas M. Hanscomb & his wife Laura of Ware, NH. She is also lovingly survived by 13 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, & many nieces & nephews. Dear sister of Domenic Fucile of Melrose, Michael Fucile of Revere, & Salvatore Fucile of Woburn. Remembrances may be made to your favorite charity.
Services
Funeral Mass
Friday, November 22nd, 2013 at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere.
Interment
Wyoming Cemetery, Melrose.
Remembrances may be made to your favorite charity.
George J. Porter, Jr.
George J. Porter, Jr.
PORTER, George J., Jr. At 93 years, Nov. 13th in Revere, following a brief illness. Beloved husband of 59 years to M. Mildred (Surette). Devoted father of George J. Porter, III of Revere & the late Mary McCummings. Cherished grandfather of Catherine A. Porter of Stoneham, Christopher M. Porter & his fiance Beth Caron & Cory J. Porter, R.N. all of Wakefield. Dear son of the late Revere Fire Cpt. George J. Porter & Rose (Holian) & brother of the late Eleanor Maniscalchi, Louise Melchionno & Margaret Fiore. Also lovingly survived by several nieces and nephews. Family & friends are invited to attend the funeral from the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway, (Rt 107), REVERE, on Tues., Nov. 19 at 9:30 a.m., followed by a funeral Mass in the Immaculate Conception Church (cor. of Beach St. & Winthrop Ave.), Revere at 10:30 a.m. Visiting hours Mon. only 5-8 p.m. Parking available left of the funeral home. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery. Long time member of the Boston & Quincy Deaf Club. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the New England Homes for the Deaf, 154 Water St., Danvers, MA 01923.
Services
Visiting Hours
Monday, November 18th, 2013 from 5 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Tuesday, November 19th, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere.
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the New England Homes for the Deaf, 154 Water St., Danvers, MA 01923.
Mary V. (Shea) Cosco
Mary V. (Shea) Cosco
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, November 14th, 2013 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Mary V. (Shea) Cosco, who died at her Revere home after a brief illness on Monday, November 11th, at 98 years. Her funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Friday, November 15th at 8 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in the Immaculate Conception Church (corner of Beach St. & Winthrop Ave.), Revere, at 9 a.m. Born in Charlestown, she was raised in Chelsea until marrying Albert J. Cosco on September 5, 1938. As a young bride, she lived in Medford before moving to Revere over 65 years ago. She was an alumna of St. Rose High School, Chelsea, Class of 1934. Mary worked as a waitress for Jean’s Caterers of Milford for over 45 years, retiring at age 84 years. Mary was a remarkable & fiercely independent woman who prided herself in her determination to continue her working career. For several years, she was a ceramics teacher at the Revere Youth Center. She also taught the art in Charlestown for several years. Mary was a long-time member of the Catholic Daughters of America (former Court James Lee). She was the wife of the late Albert J. Cosco, who passed in 1983. She is the devoted mother of Robert A. Cosco & his wife Judy of Naples, Florida, Judith A. Spellman & her husband Charles J. Spellman of North Reading, Edward F. Cosco & his wife Patricia J. of Revere, & the late Albert J. “Bert” Cosco, Jr. She is the dear mother-in-law of Sandra G. Cosco of Saugus & the cherished grandmother of 8: Deborah Chen & her husband Karl of Broomfield, Colorado, Michael J. Cosco & his wife Kimberly, Peter G. Cosco & his wife Stacey, all of Middleton, Robin Cosco of Winchester, Karen Pietrafesa & her husband John of Wellington, FL, James Spellman & his wife Heather of Derry, NH, Craig Spellman & his wife Sinead of Methuen, Lynne Spellman of Somerville, Brian F. & Krista A. Cosco, both of Revere. She is also lovingly survived by 15 great-grandchildren, several nieces, & nephews. She was the sister of the late Timothy Shea & the great-great-grandmother of the late Evan. Mary was also a volunteer for the Salvation Army (Chelsea Citadel). Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, November 14th, 2013 from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Friday, November 15th, 2013 at 9 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere.
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Lorraine T. (Bronsdon) MacLellan
Lorraine T. Maclellan
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Monday, November 18th, 2013 in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, beginning at 9 a.m. for Lorraine T. (Bronsdon) MacLellan, who died unexpectedly at her Spring Hill, Florida residence on Saturday, November 9th, three days following her 84th birthday. Following the visitation, a funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church of Revere, followed by interment in Woodlawn Cemetery. Born in Chelsea, she lived there for 25 years before coming to Revere in 1954. She lived in Revere until 1999, when she moved to Spring Hill, FL. For over 30 years, Lorraine worked for New England Tel & Tel, now Verizon, as a telephone operator. She is a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America. She was also a member of the Sunshine Club of Spring Hill, FL. She was the wife of the late Robert S. MacLellan who passed in September of 1985. From Christmas of 2008 through August of 2011, Lorraine sustained the deaths of a grandson, four sons, a brother, & a sister. To say she was a woman of strength & faith is indeed an understatement. She always maintained her role as a mother, to be strong & an inspiration to her remaining family. She is the devoted mother of Susan M. Noble & her husband William M. of Spring Hill, FL, David P. MacLellan also of Spring Hill, FL, & the late: Stephen R., John M., Robert T., & Thomas M. MacLellan. She is also lovingly survived by 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, & many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces & grand-nephews. She is the dear sister of June Gallagher & her husband Leon of Omaha, Nebraska, & the late: Dorothy A. Cadogan, Retired Revere Police Detective, Thomas C. Brondson, Helen Shea, Mildred Grasso, Chester H. “Bud” Brondson, Jr., James & Richard Brondson. May God reward her with that perfect peace of spirit, that she so richly earned.
Services
Visiting Hours
Monday, November 18th, 2013 from 9 – 10:30 a.m.
Funeral Mass
Monday, November 18th, 2013 at 11 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere.
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Joseph A. “Joe Dumpy” D’Ambrosio
Joseph A. D’Ambrosio
Family & friends are invited to visiting hours on Tuesday, November 12th, 2013 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Joseph A. “Joe Dumpy” D’Ambrosio, who died unexpectedly on Friday, November 8th at the Foxwoods Resort in Connecticut, at 89 years. Joe & his wife Judy were there celebrating their 30th wedding anniversary on November 6th. Joe died on November 8th, 16 days before his 90th birthday. The funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Wednesday, November 13th at 9 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere, at 10 a.m. Born & raised in Revere, he was a life-long Revere resident. He was a 1941 alumnus of Revere High School. Early on in his working career, he worked for the former Bethlehem Steel as a draftsman. He spent over twenty years with General Electric Co. of Lynn, retiring at age 62 in 1985. A little known fact about Joe’s early retirement, which is most worthy to be known: As he was considering to retire, a young man who had the same position as Joe was about to be laid off. When Joe approached the personnel department, he made a hard & fast deal, that he would retire only on the guarantee that the young man would continue his employment, uninterrupted. Anyone who really knew Joe would not be surprised by his unselfishness & kindness – a character trait that he kept well hidden, but often practiced. Joe also maintained a business within the fish industry as a long-time clam digger, which he enjoyed immensely. He also ran a weekly “flea-market” from the grounds of his home on the marsh for many years. He served in the Army during World War II from June of 1943 – February of 1946. He is a “Charter Member” of the VFW Mottollo Post, #4524 of Revere & a member of the National Rifle Association. Besides his beloved wife of 30 years, Judith A. (Jagello) D’Ambrosio, he is the devoted father of: Peter J. D’Ambrosio & his wife Dawn of Revere, Joseph A. D’Ambrosio, Jr. of Sheffield, MA, Jay A. D’Ambrosio & his wife Lisa of Revere, Scott M. D’Ambrosio of Boxford, & Shawn E. D’Ambrosio & his wife Elizabeth of Chelmsford. He is the cherished grandfather of: Peter J. D’Ambrosio, Jr. & his wife Jennifer of Lynnfield, Joseph A. D’Ambrosio, III & his wife Nicole of Portland, Maine, Andrea R. & Angelina Marie D’Ambrosio both of Melrose, Scott R. & Christopher J. D’Ambrosio both of Middleton, Megan, & Albertina. He is also lovingly survived by 4 great–grandchildren, Gianna, Gabriella, Caleb, & Maya. Dear brother of the late Mildred A. Cinseruli. Special uncle to: Patricia M. Wyatt of Revere & the late, Vincent M. & Andrea M. Cinseruli. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: The MSPCA-ANGELL, 350 So. Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130-9923.
Services
Visiting Hours
Tuesday, November 12th, 2013 from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Wednesday, November 13th, 2013 at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere.
Interment
Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: The MSPCA-ANGELL, 350 So. Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130-9923.
Anthony P. “Chickie” Giannino
Anthony P. Giannino
Family & friends are invited to visiting hours on Wednesday, November 13th, 2013 from 4 – 7:15 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Anthony P. “Chickie” Giannino, who died on Thursday, November 7th at the Melrose-Wakefield Hospital, Melrose, following a long illness, at 69 years. Following the visitation, the Memorial Funeral Service will be held in the funeral home at 7:30 p.m. Born & raised in Revere, he was a life-long proud resident of Revere. He was a 1962 alumnus of Revere High School. From age 14, Chickie worked in the family business, “Giannino’s Greenhouses” of Revere, being the proprietor & operator of the business until the business was dissolved in 2004. Concurrently, along with his responsibilities at the Greenhouse, he worked for over 30 years with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in snow removal. Following the close of the Greenhouse, he worked for the Revere DPW until debilitating health forced him to retire. Chickie was a long-time member of the Revere Elks Lodge #1171 & the Revere Loyal Order of the Moose, #1272. “Chickie” was a long-time supporter & benefactor of the many Revere sports & community action organizations. He is the beloved husband of 46 years to Nancy T. (Lepito) Giannino. He is the devoted father of Joseph A. Giannino & his wife Debra of Boxford, & Anthony P. Giannino, Jr. of Revere. He is the cherished grandfather of: Alexa A., Taylor M., Nicole A., & Anthony P. Giannino, III. He is the dear brother of Theresa J. Hogrell & her late husband John, Retired Revere Firefighter, Crescenzo C. “Christy” Giannino & his wife Joann all of Revere, & Roseann Waite & her husband Harvey of Topsfield, & the late: Maria D. “Mary” Lospennato, Florence L. Maglione, Barbara A. Gambale, Joseph L. Giannino, Carmella “Millie” Piscopio, & Marie A. “Dolly” Giannino. He is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grand-nephews & grand-nieces. “Chickie” was an honorable man. Perhaps, an excerpt from the Book of Wisdom (Old Testament), can give comfort to the family… “The just man, though he die early, shall be at rest. For the age that is honorable comes not with the passing of time, nor can it be measured in terms of years. Rather, understanding is the crown for men and an unsullied life, the attainment of old age.”
Services
Visiting Hours
Wednesday, November 13th, 2013 from 4 – 7:15 p.m.
Memorial Funeral Service
Wednesday, November 13th, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. in the Funeral Home.
Josephine C. (Cesario) Naples
Family & friends are invited to attend a Graveside Funeral Service at Woodlawn Cemetery, Elm St., Everett, on Tuesday, November 12th, 2013 at 11:45 a.m. for Josephine C. (Cesario) Naples, who died after a short illness at Epoch Nursing Center of Melrose on Wednesday, November 6th, at 84 years. Family & friends are directed to meet inside the Main Gate of Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Mrs. Naples was born & raised in Boston’s North End & lived her entire life there. She was a devoted wife & mother, caring for her family & keeping an impeccable & meticulous home. She is the wife of the late William A. “Sonny” Naples, who passed on May 26, 2006. She is the dear mother of Lucille A. Capone & her husband Patrick of Dover, New Hampshire, Rose N. Rago & her husband Nicholas of Hampton, NH, Jody A. Lukas-Peck & her husband Charles of Malden, & William C. Naples of South Boston. She is the beloved grandmother of Patrick K. Capone & his wife Rebecca of Stratham, NH, Nicholas W. Rago & his wife Amanda of York, Maine, Jana N. & Lea N. Rago both of Hampton, NH, & Shane P. Lukas of Malden. She is also lovingly survived by four great-grandchildren, Isabella, Gianna, Nicolas, & Kendall, & many nieces & nephews. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the St. Jude Childrens’ Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908.
Services
Graveside Funeral Service
Tuesday, November 12th, 2013 at 11:45 a.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the St. Jude Childrens’ Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908.