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William J. “Billy” Freitas

William J. Freitas "Billy"

William J. Freitas
“Billy”

Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Saturday, March 1st, from 1 to 3 p.m., in the Vertuccio and Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107) Revere, followed by a service in the Funeral Home at 3:30 p.m…For William J. Freitas, who died on February 16th in his Revere Home, unexpectedly.  William “Billy” was born & raised in Revere.  He was educated from the Immaculate Conception School, graduating from there in 1964.  Several years after graduation, Billy joined the United States Army and went off to serve his country proudly.  When he returned home from his service, he began to work as a Bartender at Suffolk Downs Race Track. He worked there for over 20 years and made many friendships through the years. He is the beloved son of: the late James D. & Catherine E. (O’Connor) Freitas.  He is the loving brother of: Carol A. Nardone and Mary A. McMahon & her husband James A. all of Revere.  He is the cherished uncle of Laurie A. Nardone of Beverly, Paul B. Nardone & his wife Laura of Lynnfield, Brian J. McMahon & his wife Maria of Revere and Kristine C. McMahon & her husband Brian Perry of Revere.  He is the loving grand uncle of: Max, Oz, Casey & Hope.  He is also lovingly survived by Elaine Elliot of Florida.  Interment will be private.  In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: The New England Shelter for Homeless Veterans, Development Office, 17 Court ST. Boston, MA 02108. 

SERVICES

VISITING HOURS

Saturday, March 1st from 1 to 3 p.m.

FUNERAL SERVICE

Saturday, March 1st at 3:15 p.m.

Interment

Interment will be Private

Interment will be private.  In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: The New England Shelter for Homeless Veterans, Development Office, 17 Court ST. Boston, MA 02108. 

 

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  1. Elaine M. Elliott
    Feb 26 2014

    I’ll always have fond memories of him. He’ll always have a place in my mind and heart. Rest in peace my love, 143.

  2. Helen Breen
    Feb 25 2014

    Billy – remembering all the good times and the special love and joy you brought to the little ones in your family, particularly at Christmas. You always chose the most unique gifts which delighted them. Your enthusiasm was infectious.

    Those memories live on…

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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.