John H. Chiaradonna, Jr.
John H. Chiaradonna, Jr.
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, September 20th, 2012 from 4 – 8 p.m., in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere for John H. Chiaradonna, Jr. of Peabody who died unexpectedly, at 50 years, following a long 12-year battle with brain injury sustained in an auto accident. The funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Friday, September 21st at 9 a.m., followed by the funeral service in the funeral home at 10 a.m. Born in Revere, he was raised & schooled in Chelsea, & was an alumnus of Chelsea High School, Class of 1980. During his high school years at Chelsea High, he was captain of the Football Team & always maintained a heightened interest in the game in spite of the tragic accident he sustained. He is the beloved husband of Mary A. (Flynn) for over 25 years. They moved to Peabody 23 years ago. John owned & operated JC Fence Co., of Chelsea & Peabody for about 10 years, until a tragic auto accident, 12 years ago, ended his working career. He miraculously survived the auto accident, sustaining substantial brain injury. The last 12 years have been a very long & difficult battle with surgeries, therapies, etc. He is the Devoted father of: Matthew J. Chiaradonna & his wife, Natalia of Middleton, MA, Amanda M. Chiaradonna & her fiance, Wade A. Johnson of Ipswich, MA, & Alyssa G. Jackson & her husband, Thomas of Peabody, MA. Adored son of Retired Chelsea Firefighter, John H. Chiaradonna & the late, June R. (Davey) Chiaradonna. He is the dear brother of: Cheryl L. Dale & her husband, Christopher of Derry, NH, Mary K. Ramsey & her husband, Michael of Epsom, NH. He is also lovingly survived by his father & mother-in-law, Keith A. & Marie F. (Simone) Flynn of Peabody & he is the uncle of: Caitlin M., Christopher C. & Bridget D. Dale, all of Derry, NH. He is also lovingly survived by several Aunts, Uncles & cousins. Interment will be in Puritan Lawn Memorial Cemetery, West Peabody. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the: Massachusetts Brain Injury Association, 30 Lyman St., Suite 10, Westborough, MA 01581.
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, September 20th, 2012 from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Service
Friday, September 21st, 2012 at 10 a.m. in the Funeral Home.
Interment
Puritan Lawn Memorial Cemetery, West Peabody.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the: Massachusetts Brain Injury Association, 30 Lyman St., Suite 10, Westborough, MA 01581.
James J. Murphy
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Saturday, September 22nd, 2012 beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway, Revere, for James J. Murphy, who died unexpectedly at Colonial Poplin Way of Fremont, NH on Saturday, September 15th, at 92 years. The funeral service will be conducted in the funeral home at 11 a.m., followed by interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Born & raised in Revere, he was a 1937 alumnus of Revere High School. In January of 1942, he began his United States Navy career, serving in Naples, Italy, and was discharged February 9, 1947 at the Chelsea Naval Hospital, Chelsea, MA for injuries sustained during his service. He is a World War II Veteran, & he was the recipient of the Purple Heart & the Good Conduct Medal. After the war, he returned home & married Agnes M. (Dillon). They enjoyed a “love story” romance & life together, for 64 years, ending with her death in June of 2011. The couple were world travelers & often took along their nieces & nephews on extended trips. Their generosity is legendary. Jim opened & operated for over 40 years, The Murphy Insurance Agency on Beach St., Revere. The couple retired in the late 1980’s. He was the son of the late Ambrose J. & Mary E. “Mabel” (Foley) Murphy. He was also the Brother of the late, Fred Murphy, Sr., Mabel O’Donnell, Ambrose “Terry” & John Murphy & Grace Callina. He is the beloved uncle to: Paul Callina, Jr. & his wife, Patricia & Mary Ann Nicosia & her husband, Jack, all of Raymond, NH, Fred Murphy, Jr. of California, Timothy Murphy & Deborah Murphy Carpenter both of Florida. Also lovingly survived by his four grand-nephews, Jamison Nicosia of MA, Thomas Nicosia of NH, Justin & Martin Callina both of CA. Both Jim & Agnes were devotees of Immaculate Conception Parish Family & the former St. Theresa’s Parish of Revere. A little known fact about the Murphy’s, was their unfledging support of St. Theresa’s Church. For many years, the oil bill was a constant concern of our beloved late Father O’Leary & Father Gaudette. Jim & Agnes were always there with an unusually extraordinary gift to help keep the “fires burning.” In Revere, as the years have rolled by, the beneficence of many an old Revere family were hallmark to the goodness, kindness & often, anonymous generosity these folks were made of. May they all enjoy the special reward they worked & lived for, in a share of the “eternal life.” Amen and Amen and Alleluia!
Services
Visiting Hours
Saturday, September 22nd, 2012 from 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Funeral Service
Saturday, September 22nd, 2012 at 11 a.m. in the Funeral Home.
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Dorothy E. (Ranson) Clark
Services have been conducted for Dorothy E. (Ranson) Clark, who died on Saturday, September 15th, 2012 at her Melrose home, unexpectedly, at 88 years. Services were held in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals of Revere, followed by interment in Puritan Lawn Memorial Cemetery, West Peabody. Born, raised & schooled in Melrose, she did live in Chelsea for over 15 years, before returning to Melrose. She was the wife of the late, Vincent P. Clark, Sr., who passed in November of 1980. She is the Devoted mother of Vincent P. Clark, Jr. & his wife, Rita, & Donna M. James, all of Chelsea. She is the cherished grandmother of Dennis P. James, Jr. & his wife, Pamela of Laconia, NH & is also lovingly survived by her three great-grandchildren, Antonia, Kianna & Jaden James all of Laconia, NH. Remembrances may be made to your favorite charity. Dorothy was an unusually energetic woman, who enjoyed maintaining her home, going out shopping & dancing.
Ralph J. Petrosino
Services & interment were held at the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals of Revere, MA, for Ralph J. Petrosino, who died on Friday, September 14th, 2012 at University Hospital of Tamarac, Florida, following a long illness. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett, MA. Born & Raised in Chelsea, he attended Chelsea Schools, & was a 1936 alumnus of Chelsea High School. He entered the service, serving with the United States Army, in November of 1944 & served until November of 1945. He is a veteran of World War II. Before entering the service, he was the manager of the Petrosino Grocery Store of Chelsea, from October 1934 – October 1944, then upon returning from his service time in WW II, he worked for over 20 years for General Electric Co. of Lynn as an expert welder. He also owned & operated his own Meat Packing Co., known as Pioneer Meat Packing Co., after working for Pilgrim Meat Packing Co. of Boston’s North End. He was the husband of the late Marguerite C. (Vogel) Petrosino who died in September of 1987. For the past 35 years, he wintered in Florida & lived in Revere & Saugus, before moving permanently to Florida in 2007. He is the Devoted father of Ralph A. Petrosino of Weston, Florida & Donna M. Memont of Saugus. He was the devoted grandfather of 7. Remembrances may be made to your favorite charity.
John J. McCormack
John J. McCormack
Visiting hours are Thursday, September 13th, 2012 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for John J. “Lucky” McCormack, who died unexpectedly on Monday evening, September 10th at the Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, at 80 years. His funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Friday, September 14th at 9 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St., Revere at 10 a.m. Born & raised in Cambridge, he was an alumnus of St. Mary’s High School – Cambridge, class of 1949. He entered the Army on July 6th, 1949 & served until September of 1952. He is a Veteran of the Korean Conflict. Upon returning home he continued his education at M.I.T. & graduated there in 1957. Most of his working career was spent as a Master Electrician for Local 103 of the International Brotherhood of Electric Workers. Besides his association with Local 103, he was a long standing member of the V.F.W. Post #299. He is the husband of the late, Dolores C. (Beck) who died in January of 2002. He is the devoted father of: John J. McCormack & his wife, Catherine of Pembroke & Carolyn L. McElroy & her husband, Kenneth C. of Shirley, MA, formerly of Cambridge. He is the cherished grandfather of: Ryan C. McElroy, U.S. Marines, Special Forces & his wife, Rhiannon of Camp Pendeleton, CA, Christopher M. McElroy & his companion, Shannel Prince Ortiz of Revere, Katelin E. McElroy of Shirley, John “Jackie,” Steven M. & Colleen McCormack all of Pembroke & the late, Taylor McCormack. He is the dear Brother of Joanne M. Cicatelli & her husband, Lingo of Revere & the late, Thomas V., Robert, F. & Joseph J. McCormack. He is also lovingly survived by 2 great-grandsons, Aiden T. & Cameron M. McElroy, his sister-in-law, Jeannette DiBaccio of Nashua, NH & many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces & grand-nephews. Interment will be in Cambridge Cemetery, Cambridge. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the New England Shelter for Homeless Veterans, 17 Court St., Boston, MA 02108.
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, September 13th, 2012 from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Friday, September 14th, 2012 at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere.
Interment
Cambridge Cemetery, Cambridge.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the New England Shelter for Homeless Veterans, 17 Court St., Boston, MA 02108.
Elizabeth O’Hara-Little
Elizabeth O’Hara-Little
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Friday, September 7th, 2012 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Elizabeth O’Hara-Little, who died on Tuesday, September 4th on her 57th birthday at Chelsea Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, following a long illness. Her funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Saturday, September 8th at 10:30 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in the Immaculate Conception Church at 11:30 a.m. Born in Winthrop, she lived all her life in Revere & was a 1973 alumna of Revere High School. She was a Homemaker most of her life. She is the beloved wife of Joseph G. Little & the cherished mother of, Shannon P. O’Hara & her fiance, Jonathan V. Stasio, & Joseph G. Little, Jr., all of Revere. She is the Dear sister of, Judith A. “Judy” Violette of Ipswich, Eileen O’Hara of Chelsea, Paula G. Zarni & her husband, James A. of Revere, & the late, Dennis O’Hara. She is also lovingly survived by her granddaughter, Lydia E. O’Hara & her nieces, Janna, Jessica & Katie. She was the daughter of the late, Revere Patrolman Vincent J. O’Hara & the late, Margaret Y. (Donovan) O’Hara. Interment will be held privately at Winthrop Cemetery, at a later time. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA) – Angell, 350 So. Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130-9923.
Services
Visiting Hours
Friday, September 7th, 2012 from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Saturday, September 8th, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere.
Interment
Will be held privately at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA) – Angell, 350 So. Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130-9923.
Catherine M. (Gleason) Cook
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, September 6th, 2012 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Catherine M. “Kay” (Gleason) Cook, who died unexpectedly at her summer residence in Gloucester on Monday evening, September 3rd, at 86 years. A funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Friday, September 7th at 8 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Revere at 9 a.m. “Kay” was born & raised in Somerville in the Union Square section & attended both St. Joseph’s Grammar School & St. Joseph’s High School. She is a 1944 alumna of St. Joseph’s High School. As a young lady, she worked in the family business at “Ryan Barrel” of Malden & Peabody. She worked there for over 45 years, as their office manager for 45 years, retiring in 1980. The family also had a summer residence in Gloucester, which she enjoyed for many years, & where she passed unexpectedly. For over 50 years, she & her family were devotees of St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Revere, where they were most active in the many fraternal organizations of the Parish. She was a member of St. Mary’s Womens Club, & served on many fund raisers, in the past. Mrs. Cook & her late husband, were long-time members of the Malden Moose Club, as well. Her late husband, Joseph W. “Bill” Cook died in November of 2001. She is the Devoted mother of, William E. Cook & his wife, Yvonne of Malden & Thomas J. Cook & his wife, Judith E. of Londonderry, NH. She is the Cherished grandmother of: Richard Cook & his wife, Cindy of Saugus, Erin Barbato & her husband, Richard of Ipswich, Christopher Cook of Londonderry, NH, Daniel Cook & his wife, Heather of Hudson, NH, Ashley Cook & Sean Cook, both of Malden. She is also lovingly survived by her great grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Tyler & Jaelin Cook. Interment will be in the family lot at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the: American Heart Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701-4688.
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, September 6th, 2012 from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Friday, September 7th, 2012 at 9 a.m. in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Revere.
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the: American Heart Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701-4688.
Carmen F. Bertino
Carmen F. Bertino
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Wednesday, September 5th, 2012 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Carmen F. Bertino, who died following a brief illness at his Revere home on Sunday, September 2nd, at 53 years. A funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Thursday, September 6th at 9 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere at 10 a.m. Mr. Bertino was born in Winthrop, & raised in East Boston, until moving to Winthrop at age 10 with his family. He attended Winthrop Schools & was an alumnus of Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School, Class of 1976. When he married in 1977, he moved to Revere. For over 25 years, he was employed at York Oldsmobile as an appraiser. He also worked for Ira Oldsmobile just prior to his illness. Truly, a “Family” man, his entire life was dedicated to his family, as a dedicated husband, Dad, Grandfather, Son & Brother. He is survived by his beloved wife of 35 years, Ellen L. (Sweeney). He is the cherished Father of, Joseph C. Bertino of Revere, Amy M. Bertino & her husband Gregory L. Buchman of Winthrop, & Matthew J. Bertino of Revere. He is the devoted Grandfather of, Jacob M. & Ryan J. Buchman, both of Winthrop. He is the Dear Brother of, Joseph A. Bertino & his wife Brenda, Annette M. Bertino & Esther Bertino, all of Winthrop, & Rosemary Bertino of Peabody. He is also lovingly survived by his Mother-in-law, Rita C. (DeNunzio) Sweeney of Revere & several nieces & nephews. He is the son of the late, Carmelo & Mary (Iozzo) Bertino, & the son-in-law of the late, John J. Sweeney. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Carmen Bertino Family Fund, c/o Citizens Bank, 385 Broadway, Revere, MA 02151.
Services
Visiting Hours
Wednesday, September 5th, 2012 from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Thursday, September 6th, 2012 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 Carmen Bertino Family Fund, c/o Citizens Bank, 385 Broadway, Revere, MA 02151.
Francis B. Reardon
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Monday, September 3rd, 2012 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Francis B. Reardon, “Fran,” who died on Wednesday evening, August 29th at Annemark Nursing & Rehabilitation Center of Revere, following a long illness, at 96 years. His funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Tuesday, September 4th at 11 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in Immaculate Conception Church, Revere at 12 Noon. “Fran” was born in Dorchester, MA, one of seven children, born to the late, Patrick J. & Abbie (Connolly) Reardon. The family moved to Revere in 1923, when Fran was 7 years old. Fran attended Revere schools & was a 1934 alumnus of Immaculate Conception High School. He entered the United States Navy in July of 1943 & served until November of 1945, as a Boatswain’s Mate 1st Class. He was a long time member of the American Legion Post #61 & Revere Council, Knights of Columbus. For over 50 years, he and his brother, Patrick, owned & operated “Reardon’s Cafe & Restaurant.” Fran remained active in the family business with his nephews, Stephen & Patrick until 2005. He is the beloved husband of 31 years to, Elaine J. (O’Donnell). He is the devoted father of, Gerald L. Styburski of Revere. Dear brother of the late, John P. “Mickey” Reardon, James M. Reardon, Patrick J. Reardon, Jr., Marie B. Gormley, Kathleen B. “Kay” Reardon, & Ann E. Reardon. He is the cherished uncle of John P. “Jack” Reardon of Lynn, Sheila A. Screnci of Saugus, Attorney Michael H. Reardon of Washington, D.C., Patricia Schwabenbauer of Erie, PA, John Reardon of Merrimac, NH, Attorney Stephen F. Reardon of Revere, Patrick J. Reardon, Jr. of Revere & Janice Lane of Fairview, PA, Former Revere Police Chief Terrence K. Reardon of Lynnfield & Mary Regis Fusco of Stoneham. He is also lovingly survived by his granddaughter, Natalia Styburski of Tewksbury, & many grand-nieces & grand-nephews. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: American Heart Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701-4688.
Services
Visiting Hours
Monday, September 3rd, 2012 from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Tuesday, September 4th, 2012 at 12 Noon in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere.
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: American Heart Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701-4688.
Eleanor I. (Cristiano) Coscia
Family & friends are invited to attend a visitation & celebration of life, for Eleanor I. (Cristiano) Coscia, at the family residence at 43 Cushman Ave., Revere on Tuesday, September 4th, 2012 from 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Mrs. Coscia died on Sunday, July 15th at Spring Valley Medical Center of Las Vegas, Nevada, following a brief illness, at 79 years. Born & raised in Revere, she spent most of her life in Revere, until moving to Las Vegas in 2000. She was a 1950 alumna of Revere High School. In Nevada, she worked for the County of Southern Nevada Health District, as their Executive Administrative Assistant, for over ten years. She was the wife of the late, Anthony L. Coscia, who died in August of 1993. She was the daughter of the late, Domenic & Anna (Penta) Cristiano. She is the Cherished Mother of Steven A. Coscia of Winthrop, & David M. Coscia of Los Angeles, CA. She was the Sister of the late, Anna (Cristiano) Russo & Michael Cristiano. She is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces & grand-nephews. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (Los Angeles Chapter), 6033 West Century Blvd., Suite 300, Los Angeles, CA 90045, Attn: David M. Coscia.
Services
Visitation & Celebration of Life
Tuesday, September 4th, 2012 from 9:30 – 11 a.m. at 43 Cushman Ave., Revere.
Interment
Will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (Los Angeles Chapter), 6033 West Century Blvd., Suite 300, Los Angeles, CA 90045, Attn: David M. Coscia.