Jean S. (Callahan) Dennis
At 93 years
November 18, 1928 – August 30, 2022
Family & friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Wednesday, September 7th in St. Pius V Church, 215 Maple St., LYNN at 10:00 a.m., followed by interment in St. Mary Cemetery, Lynn. Please meet directly at church. Visiting Hours are respectfully omitted.
Jean S. (Callahan) Dennis, beloved wife of William A. Dennis of Swampscott with whom she shared 67 years of marriage, passed away peacefully on August 30th surrounded by her family. She was born in Lynn, daughter of the late James C. and M. Louise (Landry) Callahan. She graduated from St. Mary’s Girls’ High School and Salem State Teachers College. Prior to her retirement, she was employed at various Lynn schools as a Title I reading specialist.
Jean loved and lived her life through faith and for her family and friends. People often stated that Jean was the epitome of a true Catholic, always putting others before herself. Ever devoted to her faith, she attended or watched the daily Mass. Her friendships lasted a lifetime, as depicted by all the pictures covering all sides of her refrigerator. Those pictures included her children, grandchildren and even friends of her grandchildren. Jean was so proud of her family and all their accomplishments. She loved music and playing the piano with her family surrounding her singing.
Jean was the proud mother of six children, eleven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren and their spouses: Catherine and Jack Glencross of Lynnfield, Mary Anderson and the late Phil Anderson of Lynnfield, William A. Dennis, Jr. of Stuart, FL, the late Margaret Dennis, Carolyn and Michael Gallagher of Topsfield, and James P. Dennis of Swampscott and his fiancée Brenda Supino of Lynnfield. She was loved by all of her grandchildren: Erin and Brian Morin, John Glencross, Kristin and Nick Faivre, Phil and Ashley Anderson, the late Dean M. Dennis and his fiancée Amanda Langan, Patrick William Dennis and Anna Jean Dennis, Michael Gallagher and his fiancée Madison Gleason, Allyson, Julie, and Tara Gallagher She was the proud great grandmother of Tyler James Dennis and Emma Madeline Dennis, Philip and Joseph Anderson, Violet and Vincent Faivre and Benjamin Morin. She also leaves many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her siblings Marie A. Brown and James C. Callahan, Jr.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Mary’s High School, 35 Tremont St., Lynn or Catholic Charities North, 280 Washington St., Salem, MA.
Services
Funeral Mass
Wednesday, September 7th at 10:00 a.m. in St. Pius V Church, 215 Maple St., Lynn
(Please meet directly at Church)
Interment
St. Mary Cemetery, Lynn
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Edward J. “Ed” Webber
Family & friends are respectfully invited to attend Visiting Hours on Tuesday, September 6th from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rt.107) Revere, followed by a Funeral Mass in the Immaculate Conception Church (Corner of Beach St. & Winthrop Ave.) Revere at 12:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Edward J. Webber, died on Sunday, August 28th at the age of 90 at home with his family by his side following a long illness.
Beloved husband of 65 years to Lorraine M. (Charrier) Webber of Revere. Loving father of Teresa A. Webber of Peabody, Paul F. Webber of Revere, Elizabeth M. Leonard & husband Gregory of Lancaster, the late James M. Webber & his late wife Joyce Webber and the late Karen DaMore. Cherished grandfather of Edward J. Webber, Sean C. Webber & wife Nohemi, Patrick R. Webber, Victoria E. DaMore, Jack R. Leonard, Lauren A. Leonard, Sarah M. Leonard & the late Kathryn G. DaMore and great grandchildren, Michael, Logan, Ainsley, and Aiden.
Ed was a lifelong resident of Revere, an alumnus of Revere High School, Class of 1949, and served in United States Navy during the Korean War. He returned home and served an apprenticeship with the Revere Journal as typesetter, which was the beginning of Ed’s career in printing at the Boston Herald and Bowne of Boston. At the age of 42, Ed returned to school at Boston State College where he earned his bachelor’s degree, a masters’ degree in education and certificate of advanced graduate study. After earning his degrees, he became a Graphic Arts teacher at Revere High School for over 20 years.
Ed was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather & loyal friend. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #179 and served as Grand Knight. He was also a faithful member of the Immaculate Conception Parish, and a member the Retired State County and Municipal Employees Association.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241-7005.
Services
Visiting Hours
Tuesday, September 6th from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Funeral Home
Funeral Mass
Tuesday, September 6th at 12:00 p.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett
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Robert L. “Robbie” Williams
Family and friends are welcome to pay their last respects on Thursday, September 1, 2022. There will be a visitation in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) REVERE from10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with the Homegoing Service beginning at 12:00 p.m. Noon. (Zoom link below) The interment will immediately follow at Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. The repass will be held at Casa Lucia, 61 Lucia Ave., Revere from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Robert L. Williams or Robbie, as he was so affectionately called, was born, in Boston, MA, on August 20, 1957 and departed this life suddenly on August 21, 2022. Robbie was a resident of Brockton, MA but grew up on Dabney Street (WG4Life), in Boston, and attended English High School.
Robbie was a devoted son to his mother, Ethel Griffin, of Revere, MA and father, Robert Henry Williams, of Boston, MA, both of whom preceded him in death. Father to Cherreitt Williams, Jordan Williams, Jair Toon, Rhys Payton (Justine), Robbie Williams Jr. and Shavon Baskerville whom he loved dearly. Loving grandfather to Arielle, Ava, Rhys Jr., Scarlett Williams and Keldrin Tate. Devoted brother to Lance Williams (Tracey), Bryan Williams, Allen Williams, Craig Griffin (Dianne), Donna Lamos and Karen Washington. Also, holding a special place in Robbie’s heart was his good friend, Marie Rubino, whom he loved dearly. He leaves behind a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends who will miss him dearly.
Robbie’s first love was his family. He proudly boasted of being the oldest and first grandson. At family functions, he could be found with a mic in his hand providing entertainment or behind a grill cooking with love but wherever he was, he was helping- always giving of his time and efforts. He was a jack of all trades and if you needed something, you didn’t have to ask because he offered and gave of himself so freely. Giving was Robbie’s love language and he spoke it so eloquently and fluently. You knew he cared because he had no problem showing love and giving affection. Family was always greeted with a warm smile, hug, and a kiss on the forehead before being told how much he loved you.
He often placed calls or sent texts simply to “check-in” and say I love you. A true lion/Leo at heart, he was protective of those he loved and spoke his mind freely. To know Robbie was to love Robbie!
While family was always first, Robbie’s true passion was music. He was the founder and manager of Perfect Example- known as King Rob! He booked shows, performed, held rehearsals and single handedly made a name and created a following for him and his bandmates. His music brought people together, made people smile and, of course, want to dance. Robbie did that!
Our lives were forever altered on August 21, 2022…….We lost a father, brother, friend and an amazing man! We will miss you dearly, Robbie, but take comfort knowing you are now with Ma and Nana!
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, September 1st from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Funeral Service
Thursday, September 1st at 12:00 p.m. in the Funeral Home
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Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett
Angelina M. “Angie” (Rizzo) Cipriano
Family & friends are respectfully invited to attend Visiting Hours on Friday, August 26th from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rt. 107) Revere for Angelina M. “Angie” (Rizzo) Cipriano, who died on Sunday, August 21st at Hathorne Hill in Danvers, following a long illness, she was 89 years old. A Funeral Service will be conducted in the funeral home, following the visitation, at 6:30 p.m. Interment will be held privately.
Angie was a native of Boston’s North end where she was born & raised. She was educated in Boston Public Schools. She married her husband Ray Cipriano in 1962 and then moved to East Boston. During this time Angie worked as a seamstress at Picariello & Singer for many years while raising her two daughters. Angie then left and worked at Host gift shop in Boston’s Logan international Airport for 20 years where she encountered many celebrities she admired and even bragged about having a smoke with Kurt Russell. In 2001, Angie & her husband moved to Peabody, Angie enjoyed her home and loved simply watching movies of all genres, but especially the Turner Classic Movies. She enjoyed spending time at Constitution Beach in East Boston & listening to her favorite, Frank Sinatra. She was also very close with her sister and would often talk daily with her about happenings of the day.
She is the devoted wife of the late Ramon “Ray” Cipriano of 59 years of marriage, who passed on January 31, 2021. The cherished mother of Lisa Dallamora & husband James of Framingham & Dina Ruggiero & Mario, Jr. of Saugus. The dear sister of the late Agnes Calabrese. Also lovingly survived by several nieces & nephews.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105-9959.
Services
Visiting Hours
Friday, August 26th from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Funeral Service
Friday, August 26th at 6:30 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Interment
Will be Private
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James A. McMahon
Family & friends are invited to attend a Memorial Visitation on Thursday, August 25th from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) REVERE for James A. McMahon, who passed away unexpectedly on July 7th after being stricken ill in his home only a week prior. He was 76 years old. A Funeral Service will be conducted in the Funeral Home at 4:00 p.m. Following the Funeral Service, family and friends are invited to gather for a Celebration of Life at the Joseph L. Mottolo – V.F.W. Post 4524, 61 Lucia Ave, Revere.
Born and raised in Revere, he was the son of Albert & Geraldine (Fitzgerald) McMahon. He attended Revere Schools and was a graduate of Revere High School. Following graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. and served faithfully during the Vietnam Era. He was honorably discharged in 1967. He married Mary A. (Freitas) and the couple remained in Revere where they raised their family. James worked various jobs until he was appointed to the Revere Police Department in the early 1980s. He retired from the force in 2002. James maintained an active social life and was a member of the Revere Lodge of Elks on Shirley Ave. & the Beachmont V.F.W.
He is the beloved husband of Mary A. (Freitas) McMahon of Revere. Devoted father of Brian J. McMahon of Revere & his late wife Maria and Kristine McMahon of Boston. Dear brother of Nancy McMahon of Revere & Alice Corderre of Florida. He is the cherished uncle of Lisa & Robbie.
Donations in his memory may be made The Wounded Warrior Project by visiting http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org.
Services
Memorial Visitation
Thursday, August 25th from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Funeral Service
Thursday, August 25th at 4:00 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Celebration of Life
Following the Funeral Service, family and friends are invited to gather for a Celebration of Life at the Joseph L. Mottolo – V.F.W. Post 4524, 61 Lucia Ave, Revere.
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Rosina (Silano) Spagnuolo
Family & friends are respectfully invited to attend visiting hours on Wednesday, August 24th from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals 773 Broadway (Rt.107) Revere for Rosina (Silano) Spagnuolo, who died peacefully at the Lighthouse Nursing Care Center in Revere on Sunday, August 21st following a 6-year battle with Alzheimer’s. Her funeral will be conducted from the Funeral Home on Thursday, August 25th at 10:00 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St., Revere at 11:00 a.m. Entombment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery – Versailles Mausoleum, Everett.
Rosina was a native of Pratola Serra, Avellino, Italy where she was raised & educated. She was one of eight children, the only daughter of the late Luigi & Maddalena Silano. Rosina trained and worked as a seamstress her entire life. She began working as a young woman in Italy, where she began her family, later moving to Venezuela. In 1969, to give her children a better life and brighter future, Rosina along with her oldest daughter, traveled to the United States while sending her youngest two children to live with relatives in Italy. After three long, sacrificial years, she was reunited with her children and they settled with family in Boston’s North End. As a single parent, Rosina raised her children while working full time in the textile industry & also working from her home. Truly the matriarch of her family, Rosina instilled in the importance of education, core values and the appreciation of family in her children. She was a kind & wonderful woman; as beautiful inside as she was outside. In 1978, Rosina moved to Revere to live with her oldest daughter & her family where she resided for the remainder of her life and became known to all sweetly as Nonna Rosa. Rosina was defined by her most treasured legacy, her family.
She is the loving & devoted mother of Giovanna Calanna & husband Celestino “Charlie” of Revere, Gina Sestito & husband Pasquale of Peabody, & Joseph Spagnuolo & wife Roberta of Braintree. She is the cherished & proud Nonna of Ralph Calanna & girlfriend Heidi Carapelucci of Revere, Vincenzo Sestito & wife Sandra of Peabody, the late Paola Lucia Sestito formerly of Saugus, Silvana Freni & husband Joseph of Burlington, Roberto Sestito of Salem, Daniela Lewis & husband Edward of Peabody, Stefano Sestito & his wife Gabrielle of Middleton, and Romina Spagnuolo of Braintree. She is adored by her great grandchildren Gianluca, Matteo, Liliana, Sofia, Marco, Gisella, Luciano, Lorenzo, Arianna, Sabrina, Natalia, & Isabella. She is the dear sister of Domenico Silano of Milano, Italy, Benito Silano of Toronto Canada & the late Raffaele Silano, Pasqualino Silano, Lorenzo Silano, Ciriaco Silano, & Antonio Silano. She is also lovingly survived by the Silano, Spagnuolo & Polichetti Families, many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, & grandnephews.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association 309 Waverly Oaks Rd. Waltham, MA 02452.
Services
Visiting Hours
Wednesday, August 24th from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Funeral Mass
Thursday, August 25th at 11:00 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere
Entombment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett – Versailles Mausoleum
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Raymond R. Norftill, Sr.
Private Graveside Services were held on August 23rd at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden for Raymond R. Norftill, Sr. who died on Tuesday, May 17th at Mt. Auburn Hospital in Cambridge following a lengthy illness, he was 96 years old.
Ray was born in Chelsea to his late parents Lauren & Beulah (Stone) Norftill. He was raised & educated in Chelsea and attended Chelsea Schools. He enlisted in the United States Army during World War II on March 30, 1944 and served his country proudly until May 5, 1946. Ray returned home and later married his wife, Rita I. (Thibault). The couple together remained in Chelsea where they began their family. Ray was a devoted husband & loving father. He was hardworking, and family was most important. He worked as a Line Leader for Smithcraft & Keene, where his career spanned over 40 years. He was a late member of the Beachmont VFW & the American Legion Post in Revere. Ray was also a member of “The Greatest Generation”, a term that defines men & women who made sacrifices for family & country and not asking for anything in return. A person, who selflessly went above & beyond what was asked of them, simply because it was part of their moral fabric.
He is the beloved husband of the late Rita I. Norftill. The loving father of Raymond R. Norftill, Jr. & wife Lou Ann of Tarpon Springs, FL. & the late Rita I. Norftill. He is the cherished grandfather of Amanda L. Welch of Westford & Jonathan R. Norftill of Ho Chi Minh City. He is the dear brother of Rita Indelicato of Arizona, Grace Brand of Arizona, George DeMasse of Chelmsford, predeceased by brothers Lawrence Norftill, Roger DeMasse and sister Beulah Stella.
Remembrances may be made to Joslin Diabetes Center, 1 Joslin Place, Boston, MA 02215.
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George H. Frye, Jr.
Private Funeral Services & Entombment were held at the Holy Cross Cemetery – Community Mausoleum in Malden for George H. Frye, Jr. who died on Sunday, August 14th at the Whidden Memorial Hospital in Everett, following a long illness, he was 91 years old.
George was born on April 2, 1931, to his late parents George H. Frye, Sr. & Sarah L. (Gibson) Frye. George was raised in Revere with his sister Gertrude. He was educated in Revere Public Schools and was a proud Alumnus of Revere High School, Class of 1949. George enlisted in the United States Army during the Korean War in 1952. He courageously served his country, where he served overseas of one and one-half years and was honorably discharged on May 11, 1954. When George returned home, he became a carpenter. Through the years George mastered his craft and was a very talented and well sought-after Master Carpenter. George was married to the love of his life, Rosina (Leone) & the couple remained in Revere where together they raised their family. He retired at the age of 66 years old from Unigraphics. He was very active throughout his life. He played Ice Hockey in an adult league, He was an avid golfer, He was on bowling leagues, a card player with his friends and family. His passion was gardening, He was most proud of his plants and flowers that he grew and maintained through out the season. He will always be remembered to his family for his dry sense of humor and as a devoted Grandfather.
He is the husband of 67 years to Rosina (Leone) Frye of Revere, the loving father of Georgia G. Caggiano & her husband Joseph of Revere, Gregory Frye of East Boston & the late Stephen G. Frye & his surviving wife Lisa Frye of Lawrence. The cherished grandfather of Monica R. Caggiano, Melanie G. Caggiano, both of Revere, Rachael H. Frye, Seth J. Frye, & Sarah N. Frye, all of Lawrence. He is the dear brother of the late Gertrude S. Thornley. He is also lovingly survived by several nieces, nephews, grandnieces, & grandnephews.
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Catherine F. “Kay” Griffin
A Funeral Mass was celebrated in the Immaculate Conception Church for Catherine F. “Kay” Griffin who died on Monday, August 15th at the Bayberry Nursing & assisted Living Facility in Tewksbury following a long illness, Kay turned 100 years old on May 25th. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Kay was a lifelong Revere Resident. She was born to her late Parents, John J. & Johanna G. (Ryan) Griffin. She was one of eight children. Kay was educated in Revere Schools and was an alumna of Revere High School, Class of 1942. Kay worked at Forbes Lithograph for 25 years as a Printer’s Assistant. She later went to work at New England Tel & Tel, where she worked from 1969 to 1989, after 20 years of service. Kay enjoyed her retirement, living life quietly & humbly. She was a woman of great faith and was devoted communicant of Immaculate Conception church her entire life. She is also a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America. Kay was loved by everyone.
She is survived by her nephew Robert J. Lorentz and his wife Nancy, great nieces Denise Kirschner and husband Brian, Lori Roberto and husband Michael, and great nephew Thomas and wife Danielle, and many great grand nieces and nephews. She was the very dear friend of Eva Cauldereli of Revere and the late Susie Di Fiore also of Revere. She was also survived by Sister in-law Alice Griffin and Niece Laura Griffin.
Remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105.
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Mary A. (Huxley) Tremblay
Family & friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours on Wednesday, August 17th from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) Revere for Mary A. (Huxley) Tremblay, who died on Saturday, August 13th at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, following a brief battle with small cell lung carcinoma, she was 70 Years old. A Funeral will be conducted from the Funeral Home on Thursday, August 18th at 9:00 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass in Blessed Mother of the Morning Star – St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 670 Washington Ave., Revere at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne.
Mary was born in Boston to her parents Robert P. Huxley, Sr. & Helen E. (Fitzgerald) Huxley. She was raised in the St. Matthews Parish section of Dorchester. She was an alumna of Cathedral High School, Class of 1970. Mary furthered her education by attending evening courses at Northeastern University. Mary’s working career began at Mellon Bank as a Procurement Specialist, for about 15 years, until taking a lateral position for Blue Cross & Blue Shield where she was still working. Mary met & married her husband James Tremblay and the couple settled in Revere over 30 years ago. She was a proud & loving mother & wife. Her family was always most important to her, and she loved being surrounded by them. Mary enjoyed traveling, gardening at her home and simply lounging around her pool. She was always up for family parties, where she got to enjoy her children, grandchildren, siblings, nieces & nephews.
She is the beloved wife of 28 years to the late James P. Tremblay. Loving mother of Joseph R. Tremblay of Revere & Todd J. Tremblay & wife Leanne of Allentown, NH. Cherished grandmother of Thomas J., Shawn M. & Joshua T. Tremblay, all of Allentown, NH. Adored great grandmother of Isla & Delaney. Treasured sister of Robert P. Huxley, Jr. & wife Patricia of Walpole, Helen Allen & husband Thomas of Florida & Michael Huxley & his late wife Judy of Falmouth. She is also lovingly survived by several nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, friends, coworkers & extended family.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the “Little Ricky Foundation” c/o Ricky J. Freni, 37 Madison St., Revere, MA 02151.