Mildred (Spinazzola) Oliva
Oliva, Mildred (Spinazzola) in Revere at 93 years, March 20th, 2012, following a long illness. Wife of the late Lawrence “Stealer” Oliva. Devoted mother of Maria LeVay of Florida, Denise Sweeney of Revere, & Lawrence C. Oliva of FL. Cherished grandmother of: Eric LeVay & his wife, Mady, & Alex Oliva, all of FL. Dear sister of Phyllis M. “Meena” Scoppettuolo & husband Anthony J. of Wilmington, & the late: Anna Mastraci, Joseph, Libro “Al,” Chris & Anthony C. Spinazzola. Also lovingly survived by her great-Granddaughters: Chloe Oliva, Scarlett & Sienna LeVay, & her daughter-in-law Christiane Oliva of FL, & many caring nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, & grand-nephews. Family & friends are invited to attend the funeral from the Vertuccio & Smith Home For Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere on Saturday, March 24th at 9 a.m., followed by the funeral mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere at 10 a.m. Visiting hours are Friday only, from 5-8 p.m. Parking is available left of the funeral home. Interment in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Retiree of: Kennedy’s at Northgate.
Services
Visiting Hours
Friday, March 23rd, from 5 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Saturday, March 24th, at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere.
Interment
Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.
Stephen F. Collins, Sr.
Family and friends are invited to visiting hours on Thursday, March 22nd from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio and Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107) Revere, MA 02151, for Stephen F. Collins, Sr. who died unexpectedly at 70 years old, at his Revere home, Monday March 19th. A funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Friday, March 23rd, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere at 10:30 a.m.. Mr. Collins was born and raised in Revere. He was a 1960 alumnus of Revere High School. He Entered the United States Marine Corps during “Peace Time” and served in the Army National Guard. For the past 23 years he has been employed by the Town of Saugus School Department as a School Custodian. He also had a 20 year career at the Suffolk Downs Club House. He also worked for many years as an Iron worker Local #7. He is the devoted father of Stephen F. Collins, Jr. & his wife Carmen M., He is the cherished grandfather of Stephen F. Collins, III, Mckayala F., Sean P., Brenden K., Christopher R., & Jakob A. Collins all of Revere. He is the dearest brother of: Attorney Robert F. Collins of Dorchester, MA, Kerry E. Haughney & her husband husband Retired U.S. Lt. Col. Joseph F. Haughney of Lynnfield, MA and the late George T. Collins. He is the loving uncle to George T. Collins, Jr. of Winthrop, MA, Christine Dare – Bryan of NYC, Jonathan J. Haughney & Gretchen B. Haughney both of Lynnfield and Katherine Rose Collins of Dorchester, MA. Mr Collins was the son of the late George Collins & Katherine E. (Kerrins) Collins, a former Representative & Member of the Revere School Committee. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Remembrances may be made to the: Christopher R. Collins Trust Fund, TD Bank North, 79 Lynnfield Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, March 22nd, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Friday, March 23rd, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church (Revere)
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery
Remembrances may be made to the: Christopher R. Collins Trust Fund, TD Bank North, 79 Lynnfield Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Charlotte E. (Mosher) Tomkinson
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, March 22nd, 2012 beginning at 9 a.m., in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Charlotte E. (Mosher) Tomkinson, followed by the Funeral Service in the funeral home at 11 a.m., followed by interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Mrs. Tomkinson died on Sunday, March 18th at her Revere home, unexpectedly at 89 years. Born & raised in Malden, she was an alumna of Malden High School, Class of 1941. Upon graduating, she entered the Civil Service Employment Group & began a 40-plus year career with the Veterans’ Administration, in both the Boston & Washington D.C. offices. She retired in 1982 with over 40 years of service as an Administrative Assistant. In 1948, she married Arthur S. Tomkinson, a Revere Firefighter, & moved to Revere where she remained until her death. Revere Fire Lieutenant Arthur S. Tomkinson passed in February of 2007. She was the daughter of the late Harry & Amelia J. (Allen) Mosher, & the Sister of the late Florence Nickerson, Allan, & Warren Mosher. She is the Beloved Sister-in-law of Retired Malden Fire Chief Roy Nickerson & his wife Dee of Malden & Florida, Jessie Mosher of Florida & Rhode Island, & Abner W. Tomkinson of Braintree. She is also lovingly survived by her devoted caregiver Marie T. (Caggiano) Wood & her husband James T. Wood, & their children Michael J. & Tina M. Wood all of Revere, & Many nieces, nephews, Grand-nieces & Grand-nephews.
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, March 22nd, from 9 – 11 a.m.
Funeral Service
Thursday, March 22nd, at 11 a.m. in the Funeral Home.
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
John J. O’Callaghan
John J. O'Callaghan
O’Callaghan, John J. at 81 years, in Revere, formerly of Chelsea, March 9th, following a brief illness. Beloved and cherished husband of 59 years to Maria J. (Romanelli) O’Callaghan. Devoted father of: Marianne Toppen & her husband Theodore S. of Malden, MA and John Vincent O’Callaghan of Chantilly, VA. Dear brother of Richard C. O’Callaghan & his wife Rosemary and their family of Peabody, MA. Family and friends are invited to visit with the family on Monday, March 12th, beginning at 8:30 a.m., in the Vertuccio and Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107) Revere, MA 02151, until 10:30 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere, MA at 11 a.m. Interment following in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden, MA.
Late United States Navy Veteran of the Korean Conflict and member of Revere VFW – Mototlo Post #4524 and International Union of Sheet Metal workers Local #17. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the charity of your choice.
Services
Visiting Hours
Monday, March 12th from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. ONLY
Funeral Mass
Monday, March 12th at 11:00 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church (Revere, MA)
Interment
Holy Cross Cemetery (Malden, MA)
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the charity of your choice.
Eleanor (Reppucci) Santoro
Eleanor (Reppucci) Santoro
Family and friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Friday, March 9th from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio and Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107) Revere, for Eleanor (Reppucci) Santoro, who died following a brief illness on Monday, March 5th at the Whidden Memorial Hospital. A funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Saturday, March 10th at 11 a.m, followed by a funeral mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere at 12 noon. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery Everett. Mrs. Santoro was born and raised in East Boston and graduated from East Boston High School Class of 1932. She lived all her life in East Boston until she moved to Revere in 2001. She retired from “Liberty Market” in East Boston, in 1981 after 35 years of service as a Head Cashier. When Liberty Market opened in 1957, she was their second employee, serving as “the cashier”. Soon after, Eleanor, brought all of her sisters, Ann, Carmella & Lucy to the ranks of “Clerks” at Liberty Market. All of them worked until retirement. Their presence at Liberty Market became ledgendary. They (Eleanor, Ann, Carmella & Lucy) cared and attended to their customers, as extended family. Eleanor leaves her beloved husband of 73 years, Salvatore Santoro, a retired CPA. She is the devoted mother of, Roberta J. Tortorici & her husband Mario of Peabody, MA, Janet M. DiPaolo of Revere, MA and Richard M. Santoro & his wife Phyllis of Novato, CA. She is the Dear sister of Ann Giglio & Lucy M. Salemme both of Revere and the late Carmella M. Elliot, Anthony A. “Tom” Repucci, John Repucci, Joseph Repucci & Evelyn Reppucci. She is the cherished grandmother of : Susan E. Marconi & her husband James of Lynn, MA, Stephanie A. Emmons of Woburn, MA , Stacey M. DiPaolo of Revere, MA & Laura L. Tororici of Lynn, MA. She is also lovingly survived by her great-grandchildren: James, Nicholas & Samantha and many nieces & nephews, grand-nieces & grand-nephews. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to: Hallmark Health VNA & Hospice Inc. 178 Savin St., Malden, MA 02148 or to St. Judes Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Memphis TN 38148-0142.
Services
Visiting Hours
Friday, March 9th, 2012 from 4-8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Saturday, March 10th, 2012 at 12 noon, St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery
In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to: Hallmark Health VNA & Hospice Inc. 178 Savin St., Malden, MA 02148 or to St. Judes Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Memphis TN 38148-0142
Joseph J. Carriere, Jr.
Joseph J. Carriere, Jr.
Family and friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, March 8th, 2012 in the Vertuccio and Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, from 4 to 8 p.m., for retired United States Army Warrant Officer, Joseph J. Carriere, Jr. who died unexpectedly on Monday, March 5th at 84 years, after being stricken at his Revere home, & rushed to Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston. A funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Friday, March 9th at 9:30 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere at 10:30 a.m. Born in Chelsea, MA, he was a life-long resident of Revere. He was a 1945 alumnus of Revere High School. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army in July of 1945 and served until January of 1947. He would spend a total of 31 years in the military & formally retired from active duty in May of 1976. Joe was a life member of the Disabled American Veteran’s Association, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (V.F.W.) #6712 of Beachmont, Revere & the Revere American Legion Post #61. For many years, he was a most active member of the Revere Knights of Columbus & a past officer. Until most recently, he was a devotee of the Immaculate Conception Parish Family & was a longtime Usher at the Church & an appointed Eucharistic Minister. His dear wife of 59 years, Lillian G. “Annabell” (Chapman) died on June 13th, 2011. They were an inseparable couple, always placing family first. He is the Devoted father of: Patricia A. Marchese & her husband, Gerald “Jerry” of Peabody, & Peabody Deputy Police Chief, Scott A. Carriere & his fiance, Catherine Catalucci of Peabody & Revere. He is the Cherished Grandfather of: Lauren E. Fanning & her husband, Josh of Peabody, Robyn L. Tuberosa of Saugus, Chase, Regan E. & Kaitlin Carriere all of Peabody. He is also survived by his Great-Granddaughter, Everly Annabell Fanning. He was the Brother of the late: Mary C. Broderick, Nancy M. DeMatteis, Victor, John, Peter, Andrew, & Alphonse Carriere. Many Nieces & Nephews, Grand-Nieces & Grand-Nephews, also survive him. Interment will be in Puritan Lawn Memorial Park of West Peabody. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: Susan G. Komen for the Cure, 89 South St., Boston, MA 02111.
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, March 8th, from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Friday, March 9th, at 10:30 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere.
Interment
Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, West Peabody.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: Susan G. Komen for the Cure, 89 South St., Boston, MA 02111.
Eric P. Diamond
Eric P. Diamond
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Wednesday, March 7th, 2012 from 4-8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rt. 107), Revere, for Eric P. Diamond, who died unexpectedly at Tufts Medical Center of Boston, at 29 years, on Thursday, March 1st. A funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Thursday, March 8th at 9:30 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere, at 10:30 a.m. Eric was born in Revere, attended & graduated from Immaculate Conception Grammar School, in Revere in 1997 & continued on the graduate Revere High School, Class of 2001. Eric did attend the ButeraSchool of Art in Boston, from September of 2001 – May of 2002. For the past seven years, Eric has lived & worked in the Worcester area, as a substance abuse counselor within the large Worcester County Drug Rehabilitation Program. As a young boy at age eight (8), Eric was diagnosed with Juvenile Diabetes, which followed him throughout his lifetime. As a young boy, he worked part-time at Immaculate Conception Parish Rectory & is remembered as an intelligent young man, with a dynamic sense of humor. He served as an altar server at Immaculate Conception Parish, as well. In 2003, after settling in Worcester, he founded and coached a men’s softball team, “The Diamond Cutters,” earning the 2010 undefeated Champions an 18-0 record. Eric is the Cherished & beloved son of, Lois E. Diamond of Revere, the Director of the Senior Citizens Religious & Educational Programs. He was the Grandson of the late, William M. & Lois L. Diamond. He is also lovingly survived by a host of devoted & caring friends from the Worcester area. Interment will be held privately at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, in Peabody. In Lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: Henry Lee Willis Community Center, 119 Forest St., Worcester, MA 01609, ATTN: Timothy Kirby & Sasha Chat.
Services
Visiting Hours
Wednesday, March 7th, from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Thursday, March 8th, at 10:30 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere.
Interment
Will be private.
In Lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: Henry Lee Willis Community Center, 119 Forest St., Worcester, MA 01609, ATTN: Timothy Kirby & Sasha Chat
Agnes M. (King) Shea
Shea, Agnes M. (King) formerly of Revere in Macon, Georgia, February 28th, 2012 at 94 years. Wife of the late: John C. Devoted mother of Maureen A. Lizek & her late husband Leonard of Macon, GA, & Stephen J. Shea, DDS & wife, Jeanne of Lancaster, MA. Cherished Grandmother of: Susan M. Shea of Brookline, Lieutenant Andrew L. Lizek, MD, United States Navy, & his wife, Kristen of Rockville, Maryland, Alison S. Lizek & her fiance, Joseph Tan of Atlanta, GA, & the late: Gregory S. Shea. Also lovingly survived by her great-Granddaughter, Evelyn Grace Lizek, & her sister-in-law, Ruth Shea of Malden, & many nieces & nephews. Sister of the late: George & James King. Family & friends are invited to visit with the family on Tuesday, March 6th, beginning at 10 a.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rt. 107), Revere, followed by the funeral service in the funeral home at 12 p.m., followed by interment in Woodlawn Cemetery. Parking is available to the left of the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: SADS (Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndrome), 508 East South Temple, Suite 202, Salt Lake City, Utah 84102.
Services
Visiting Hours
Tuesday, March 6th, from 10 – 11:45 a.m.
Funeral Service
Tuesday, March 6th, at 12 p.m., in the funeral home.
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: SADS (Sudden Arrythmia Death Syndrome), 508 East South Temple, Suite 202, Salt Lake City, Utah 84102.
Arthur A. Strianese
Family & friends are invited to visit with the family on Monday, March 5th, 2012 beginning at 10 a.m. in the Vertuccio and Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rt. 107), Revere, for Arthur A. Strianese, who died on Tuesday, February 28th at the Hammersmith Nursing Care Center of Saugus, following a long illness. A funeral service will be conducted in the funeral home on Monday, at 11:15 a.m., followed by interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Born & raised in Revere, he graduated Revere High School, Class of 1935. In December of 1941, he joined the United States Army, & served until December of 1945. He was a member of the 27th Photographic Lab Squadron & flew over 100 missions over Italy & Germany, defeating the Luftwaffe. His position within the military was to fly within the belly of the aircraft & snap hundreds of photos of the subsequent action that occurred. Arthur was the husband of the late: R. Josephine “Josie” (Salvi) Strianese, who died in February of 1975. He is the beloved & devoted father of: Denise Sena & her husband Thomas J. of Revere. He is the Cherished Grandfather of: Alison J. Scali & her husband Joseph of Peabody, Jennifer J. Sena of Brockton, & Thomas J. Sena, Jr. of Revere. He is the loving Great-Grandfather of: Joshua T. Scali, Jordan P. & Travis A. Fitzpatrick. He was the Brother of the late: Leo & Alfred Strianese, Mildred Turnbull, Ida Hart, Sally Grasso, & Alma Tirabassi. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces & grand-nephews.
Services
Visiting Hours
Monday, March 5th, from 10 – 11 a.m.
Funeral Service
Monday, March 5th, at 11:15 a.m. in the Funeral Home.
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery.
David I. Macdonald
Macdonald, David I. in Revere, February 28th, 2012 following a long illness, at 84 years. Beloved husband for 60 years to: Dorothy E. (Sokoloski). Dear father of the late: David Macdonald & Lois E. Macdonald. Devoted brother of the late: Joseph, Frederick, John, Kenneth, Robert, Leo, & George Macdonald & Catherine Jones. Lovingly survived by many nephews, nieces, grand-nieces, & grand-nephews. Family & friends are invited to visit with the family on Saturday, March 3rd beginning at 9 a.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rt. 107), Revere, followed by the funeral service in the funeral home at 11:30 a.m., followed by interment in Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, West Peabody. David is a late Navy Veteran of World War II & member of the Revere Lodge of Elks #1171. He is a retiree of General Electric, Lynn, & Lucent Technologies (AT&T). Mr. Macdonald is an alumnus of Harvard University, Class of 1949. Parking is available to the left of the funeral home.
Services
Visiting Hours
Saturday, March 3rd, from 9 – 11:15 a.m.
Funeral Service
Saturday, March 3rd, at 11:30 a.m. in the Funeral Home.
Interment
Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, West Peabody.