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Esther A. (Guidi) Lasota

Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Wednesday October 7th, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Lasota, EstherSmith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (rte107), Revere, for Esther A. (Guidi) Lasota, who died unexpectedly on Saturday,October 3rd at Tuft’s Medical Center in Boston. Her funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Thursday, October 8th at 9:30 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in the Immaculate Conception Church (corner of Beach St. & Winthrop Ave.) ,REVERE at 10:30AM.,followed by interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.

Born & raised in Chelsea, she was a 1959 alumna of St. Rose Catholic High School for Girls of Chelsea–and we might add, mighty proud of that accomplishment. After marrying Stephen Anthony Lasota, Sr., of Chelsea, she moved to Revere in 1962 , where she remained until moving “full-time” to Dennisport in 2009. The family had a summer residence in Dennisport, where their family of five children, nine
grandchildren, aunts, uncles, cousins et aliae and of course the Princess 0livia & the Prince Luke, thrived. In 1967, Esther & her husband, Stephen opened DeKel-Lasota Insurance Agency on Broadway, Revere. Stephen died in 1993 & Esther & her sons maintained the business to 1997. Esther was a tennis enthusiast, and member of the former Colonial Tennis Club of Lynnfield, the Mid-Cape Racquet Club & the Locario Tennis Club in West Harwich, Ma. As a teenager, Esther developed an athletic ability as a member of the former, St. Rose Drum & Bugle Corps of Chelsea. Above & beyond her passion for tennis, was her role as “Super MOM & Grandma”.

 

She is the devoted mother of Stephen A. Lasota, Jr.& his wife, Kathy A. of Fairfield, Ct., Michelle A. Spears & her husband, Rob of Dennisport, Ma & St.Augustine, Fl., Matthew M. Lasota & his wife, Julie of Dennisport, Ma.& St. John’s -VIRGIN ISLANDS, Allison E. Melvin & her husband, James of Maddison, N.J.,& Heather M. Lasota of Greensville, So.Carolina. She is the Cherished Grandmother of, Erica A. Menard & her husband,Leon of Atlanta,Ga., Matthew C. Lasota of Woburn, Andrew S. Lasota of New York City, Alec J. Lasota of Harwich,Ma., Ashley S. Lasota of Fairfield,Ct., Shane M. Lasota of St. John’s Virgin Islands, Jack S., Colin & Liam Melvin all of Maddison, New Jersey. She is the dear Sister to Paul Guidi of Palm Desert,Ca., Elaine Sullivan of Stoneham, James W.Guidi & his wife,Deborah of Lynn, Rita Pezzuto & her husband, Richard of Dennisport,Ma. She is also lovingly survived by her two (2) great-grandchildren, Olivia & Luke Menard, many nieces,nephews, grand-nieces & grand-nephews.

Services

Visiting Hours

Wednesday, October 7th, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Funeral Mass

Thursday, October 8th, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, Revere

Interment

Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Boston Children’s’ Hospital, 300 Longwood Ave.,Boston, Ma. 02115; Attn:
Pediatric Transplant Center.

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11 Messages Send your condolences
  1. Kathy & Mike Tannert
    Oct 13 2015

    Our deepest sympathies to Esther’s family. She often told me that she prayed for Mike and me every day, which I sincerely believe. That’s the kind of selfless person that Esther was. May her spirit live on. We feel blessed to have known her.
    Kathy & Mike Tannert, Cape Cod (and fellow Locario’s Tennis Center members)

  2. Karen Raymond
    Oct 12 2015

    I have known Esther during my summer time on the tennis court with her at Locarno’s tennis club. Her smile, energy , love for family, and caring for each and every player on and off the court was a gift to all of her fellow tennis players. She will be deeply missed .

  3. David Goracy
    Oct 8 2015

    To Steve and your extended family: deepest sympathies to all. Knowing only Steve is my misfortune, but I’m sure Esther’s love, warmth and humor lives on in every member of this wonderful family.
    God bless, David Goracy. New York

  4. Carolyn Kulig
    Oct 8 2015

    I have known Esther since we were tennis opponents on the North Shore, and then again, when we were here on Cape Cod. Her laidback personality was a magnet to all who knew her, as well as her compassion for others. All of us here will miss her.
    My sincerest condolences to her family.

  5. Beth and Basil Bourque
    Oct 8 2015

    Our deepest sympathies to Esther’s family. She had a special spirit that was contagious. She made everything about having fun and I have so enjoyed our years together on the courts at Locarios. That’s not to say she didn’t enjoy winning as well! I will miss her very much.
    Beth Bourque
    Orleans, MA

  6. Steven Cabral
    Oct 7 2015

    My life will forever be a better one, because you were a part of it. You were always more than a friend to me, you treated me like I was one of your own children. I will always remember with fond memories all the fun we had on the cape and the holidays that we got to share. Rest in peace Estie -Love you.

  7. T.J. Monteiro
    Oct 6 2015

    Esther, your spirit will be sorely missed. You were a joy to have around and it truly wont be the same on the courts without you. Rest easy

  8. Frank A Pezzuto
    Oct 6 2015

    My deepest sympathy for your loss.Esther was a dear friend and will be missed by me. Condolences to all the children.Love you. God Bless. Frank. Venice,Florida

  9. Marie Steele
    Oct 5 2015

    My condolences to Esther’s children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and her whole family. She was a beautiful, kind and generous lady. Heaven has a true angel with them. I will miss her everyday.
    Love You,
    Marie Steele
    Dennisport, Ma

  10. Elaine Sharron
    Oct 5 2015

    My Sincere Sympathy to the Family of Esther.
    A Friend and Role Model for Kindness, love of Family and Friendship.
    She will be missed.
    Elaine Sharron. Cape Cod

  11. Elaine Sharron
    Oct 5 2015

    I send my sincere sympathy to the Loving Family of Esther.
    She has been a Cape Cod friend, travel companion and fellow tennis player.
    Mostly, she has been a role model of kindness, Love of Family and friendship.
    She will be deeply missed.
    Elaine Sharron

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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.