Theodore “Teddy” Parker
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Tuesday, September 17th, 2013 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Theodore “Teddy” Parker, who died on Saturday, September 14th at Beverly Hospital, Beverly, following a long illness, at 88 years. His funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Wednesday, September 18th at 10 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 660 Washington Ave., Revere at 11 a.m. Born & raised in East Boston, he lived on the South Shore for several years before moving to Somerville. When he returned home from the service,he moved & married to Revere. He entered the United States Air Force in June of 1943 & served until September of 1945. Teddy served with 8th Army Air Corps in Europe. He is the recipient of the Purple Heart Air Medal, Good Conduct Medal, & the European-African Middle Eastern Theater Medal with 3 Bronze Stars. His civilian working career was with the City of Revere, as a Deputy Sealer of Weights & Measures. He spent over 35 years of service with the City of Revere. He was also the Past President & member of the Revere Loyal Order of the Moose, #1272. Teddy was the husband of the late Phyllis “Fanny” (Pesce) Parker, who passed in May of 2006. He is the Fond father of Cheryll A. Cutroneo & her husband Frank of Peabody, Patricia A. DeMaino of Danvers, Jean A. DeSisto & her husband James of Revere. He is the Cherished grandfather of Erika Dowling & her husband Mark of Groveland, Amy Cunningham & her husband Paul of Wakefield, Nicolas DeMaino & wife Kristine of Foxboro, L J DeMaino & his wife Michele of Danvers, Jenna, Jessica, & Joclyn DiSisto all of Revere. Also lovingly survived by 10 great-grandchildren & several nieces & nephews. He was the dear brother of the late: Dorothy, Ruth, Virginia, William, Walter, & Robert Parker Hubschwerlin. (Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the: Fund for Autistic Children, 22 Meeting House Hill Rd., West Newbury, MA 01985).
Services
Visiting Hours
Tuesday, September 17th, 2013 from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Wednesday, September 18th, 2013 at 11 a.m. in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Revere.
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the: Fund for Autistic Children, 22 Meeting House Hill Rd., West Newbury, MA 01985
Jeanne M. (MacDonald) Forgeron
Family & friends are invited to attend a Memorial Funeral Mass for Jeanne M. (MacDonald) Forgeron on Saturday,
Jeanne M.Forgeron
September 21st, 2013 in the Immaculate Conception Church (corner of Beach St. & Winthrop Ave.), Revere at 11:30 a.m. Mrs. Forgeron died on Tuesday, September 10th at her Chelsea residence following a brief illness, at 85 years. Born & raised in Revere, she was a 1945 alumna of Revere High School. Jeanne lived all her life in Revere before moving to Chelsea in 2002. She was a devout parishoner at Immaculate Conception Parish for all of her life. In 1958, she began a career with the Boston Registry of Motor Vehicles, as a secretary & social liaison. She retired from the Registry in 2000 after over 42 years of service. Jeanne forged many political & social relationships during her time at the Registry & maintained those friendships until her death. She is the Devoted Mother of, Joan Forgeron, with whom she made her home in Chelsea, & the late, William J. Forgeron & Jeanne M. Meade. She was the dear sister of Edith Rowland of San Francisco, California, & the late, Catherine Nagle, Bernice O’Hanley, Irene Cowhig, Dorothea Scanlon, John & Leo MacDonald. She is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, & grand-nephews. She was the daughter of the late, M. Angus MacDonald & Irene (McPike) MacDonald. Private interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery Columbarium, Everett, at a later time. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the: Hospice of the North Shore & Greater Boston, 75 Sylvan St., Danvers, MA 01923.
Services
Memorial Funeral Mass
Saturday, September 21st, 2013 at 11:30 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the: Hospice of the North Shore & Greater Boston, 75 Sylvan St., Danvers, MA 01923.
Martin J. Grasso, Sr.
Family and friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, September 12th, 2013 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the
Martin J. Grasso, Sr.
Vertuccio and Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Martin J. Grasso, Sr., who passed on Tuesday, September 10th at the Continuing Care Facility at Brooksby Village, following a long illness, at 86 years. His funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday, September 13th at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel at Brooksby Village, Peabody, followed by interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Mourners are asked to proceed directly to the Chapel at Brooksby at 10:30 a.m. Born and raised in East Boston, he attended East Boston schools. He entered the United States Army in January of 1945 and served until December of 1946. He served within the 44th Government as a Staff Sergeant. In 1956, he began his career with the United States Postal Service as a mail handler at South Postal Annex in Boston, serving there all his career until retiring in 1986. In 2004, he moved to the Brooksby Village Community. “Marty” became a vital and energetic member at Brooksby. He was responsible for the implementation of year-round Bocce courts for the residents, which he and Mr. Tony Grande, another resident, worked so tirelessly to create. Marty was also a member of the Brooksby Chapel Choir, and sung weekly with the group at Sunday masses. Marty was always known for his warmth, whether it be family, friends, or work colleagues. He will long be remembered and missed, especially by his dear family and his extended family at Brooksby and South Postal Annex. His late wife, Mary A. (Mascia), passed on April 25th, 2004. He is the cherished father of Maria P. Grasso of Marblehead, Martin J. Grasso, Jr. and his wife Lucy of Swampscott, and Marcia G. Greeley and her husband Thomas of Burlington. He is also the devoted grandfather of Cassie Grasso Ryan and her husband Kieran of Toronto, Canada, Julia E. Grasso of Boston, and Joseph T. Greeley of Burlington. He was the brother of the late: Mary Cianciulli, Millie Blase, Barbara Panzini, John, Frank, and Joseph Grasso. He is also lovingly survived by many nieces & nephews. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Division of Development and The Jimmy Fund, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168.
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, September 12th, 2013 from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Friday, September 13th, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel at Brooksby Village, Peabody.
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Division of Development and The Jimmy Fund, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168.
Robert E. Ryall
A funeral mass was celebrated on Saturday, September 7th, 2013 in the Immaculate Conception Church of Revere, for Robert E. Ryall, who died on Monday, September 2nd at his Everett home, unexpectedly, at 79 years. Interment followed at Puritan Lawn Memorial Cemetery, West Peabody. Born & raised in Needham, he has lived in Everett for the past 40 years. All of his working career was spent as a financial advisor for MetLife & John Hancock Insurance of Boston. He retired in 1996. For several years, “Bob” was an active member of the Lions Foundation, vigorously supporting their charities. Several years ago, he founded the Boston Host Lions Club & was their 2004-2005 president. In November of 2005, he was named the Melvin Jones Fellow, (the highest form of recognition conferred by the International Foundation), on a member. His other interests included a long & active association with the Saugus Council, Knights of Columbus, the Stoneham Coin Club, & the Antique Co-0p & Auction House of Malden. He leaves his devoted & faithful wife of 30 years, Jeanne F. (Jessone) Cameron. He is the loving father to David E. Ryall. He is also lovingly survived by Monica J. Cameron, Michael A. Cameron & wife Diana, Christopher D. Cameron & his wife Gina, Beth E. Spain & her husband Stephen, Timothy P. Cameron, & Mark J. Cameron & his wife Lisa. He is the dear brother of: Carolyn Baierlein & her husband George, & Richard Ryall & his wife Leslie. There are 9 Grandchildren & several nieces & nephews. Remembrances may be made to the: Boston Host Lions Club, 11 Royce Rd., Unit 5, Allston, MA 02134, ATTN: Secretary – Thea Schner.
Elaine (Orsini) Sforza
Elaine (Orsini) Sforza
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Tuesday, August 27th, 2013 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Elaine (Orsini) Sforza, who died on Thursday, August 22nd at the Hammersmith Nursing Care Center of Saugus following a brief illness, at 72 years. Her funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Wednesday, August 28th at 9 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St., Revere, at 10 a.m. Born in Chelsea, she was a life-long Revere resident & a graduate of Revere High School – Class of 1958. Elaine worked for Stop & Shop of Revere for over 25 years, as a Demonstration Hostess & Clerk, a position she enjoyed immensely. Interacting with many hundreds of people over the years was & always remained exciting. Her work provided her with great comfort, especially after sustaining the death of two of her sons in 2001 & 2007. She is the beloved wife of 49 years to former Broadway National Bank Vice President, Patsy F. Sforza. She is the devoted Mother of David M. Sforza of Revere & his companion Deanna Fitzgerald of Saugus, & the late Joseph P. Sforza & Paul F. Sforza. She is the Cherished daughter of Jessie (Beloski) Orsini of Revere & the late Americo “Rico” Orsini. She is also the dear sister of Daniel A. Orsini & his wife Marian of Gibraltar, Michigan, Michael W. Orsini & his wife Sandra of Peabody, & Lisa M. Corso & her husband Robert of Middleton. She is also lovingly survived by her two Grandchildren, Alexander P. Sforza & Kaitlyn Sforza, both of O’Fallon, Illinois, & her sister-in-law, Anna Marie Walsh & her late husband Joseph of Beverly, & many nieces & nephews. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: St. Jude Childrens’ Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908.
Services
Visiting Hours
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013 from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Wednesday, August 28th, 2013 at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere.
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: St. Jude Childrens’ Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908.
Philip M. Cotter
Philip M. Cotter
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, August 22nd, 2013 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Philip M. Cotter, who died on Monday, August 19th at his Swampscott home, following a long illness, at 90 years. His funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Friday, August 23rd at 9 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. John the Evangelist Church at 10 a.m., 178 Humphrey St., Swampscott, followed by interment in Swampscott Cemetery, Swampscott. Philip M. Cotter died peacefully in his home surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of the late M. Patricia (Hennebery) Cotter for over 61 years; the cherished father of Trisha Nagle of Swampscott, Susan Coughlin of Wilmington, Karen Hoffman of Colorado, Dr. Janis Cotter of Swampscott, & Philip J. Cotter of Revere. He was the beloved father-in-law of Robert Coughlin, Jeffrey Hoffman, Elizabeth Arnold, & Alice Cotter; the adored grandfather of Jonathan & Lynnette Coughlin, Jeffrey & Lauren Coughlin, Elizabeth & Tyler Polumbus, Victoria Cotter & Lloyd Stevens, Catherine & Daniel Cummings, Caitlin Nagle & Rick Frauton, Christopher & Karen Nagle, Drew Hoffman, & Jessa Hoffman; also lovingly survived by six great-grandchildren. He was the cherished brother-in-law of the late Blaise Hennebery. He was also the dear brother of the late, James A., Michael A., Daniel A., John F. & Francis J. Cotter, & Catherine Kiernan. Phil was born to Daniel & Augustine (Gagne) Cotter on August 2nd, 1923 in Salem, MA. He graduated from Immaculate Conception High School, Revere, MA in 1941. Shortly after graduation, he joined the United States Marine Corps & served in the Pacific as a Master Sergeant during World War II. When Phil returned from the war, he married Pat Hennebery, the love of his life. Their marriage was a true “Love Story” for 61 years. They were each other’s best friend. The two settled in Revere. There, they raised their five children & were active members of the Immaculate Conception Parish. Phil was past grand knight of the Knights of Columbus, Council # 179. Phil & Pat & their family enjoyed camping. The children have fond memories of their many camping adventures including a 6-week long camping trip to Alaska. This was Phil’s dream trip. He also enjoyed vacationing with family & friends at “Sheila’s Grove,” Merrimack, NH, “Candle Pine Village,” Tamworth, NH, & “Campmanykidamongus,” Lebanon, ME. For 40 years Phil was the owner & manager of the Optical Department at Jordan Marsh in downtown Boston. He also founded Parkway Optical in Revere, MA over 40 years ago & is still owned & operated by Philip’s children & family. Phil has always been known for his great sense of humor, kindness, & ability to tell a good story. After retiring, Pat & Phil moved to Swampscott. When Pat developed Alzheimer’s disease during the later years of their marriage, Phil lovingly cared for his soul mate & best friend. His tireless devotion was both touching & inspiring. Phil will be missed greatly by all who knew & loved him… he made our world a better place. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly), 100 Cummings Center, Suite 166A, Beverly, MA 01915.
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, August 22nd, 2013 from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Friday, August 23rd, 2013 at 10 a.m. in St. John the Evangelist Church, Swampscott.
Interment
Swampscott Cemetery, Swampscott.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly), 100 Cummings Center, Suite 166A, Beverly, MA 01915.
Michael J. McDonald
Family & friends are invited to visit with the family on Saturday, August 31st, 2013 beginning at 2 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, until 4 p.m. for Michael J. McDonald, who died unexpectedly at his Revere residence on Thursday, August 15th, at 57 years. The funeral service will follow the visitation in the funeral home at 4:15 p.m. Michael was born in Boston & was a life-long resident of Revere, graduating from Revere High School, Class of 1974. Most of his working career was within the construction industry as a laborer. Michael was a devout Roman Catholic & attended mass daily at either St. Anthony’s or Immaculate Conception Church of Revere. He is the beloved son of the late: Boston Police Patrolman, Frank J. McDonald & Judith V. (Gallagher) McDonald. He is the devoted Brother of: Donna L. McDonald of Revere, Thomas F. McDonald & his wife Susan of Winchester, Margaret Gamel & her husband Jay of East Milton, Glenn Ross of Connecticut, & the late Stephen F. McDonald. He is the Dear Uncle to Christine E. Bagnera & Matthew S. McDonald, both of Revere, & the late Christopher J. McDonald. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to your favorite charity.
Services
Visiting Hours
Saturday, August 31st, 2013 from 2 – 4 p.m.
Funeral Service
Saturday, August 31st, 2013 at 4:15 p.m. in the Funeral Home.
Interment
Will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to your favorite charity.
Marie A. Gioiosa
Word has been received here, of the untimely death of Marie A. Gioiosa, formerly of East Boston & Winthrop, in Toms River, New Jersey, on Wednesday, August 14th, 2013 following a long two-year battle with metastatic cancer. Ms. Gioiosa died at the Hospice of Toms River, NJ, at 62 years. Ms. Gioiosa moved to Toms River, NJ over 20 years ago & up to very recently worked for the Lakewood, New Jersey Board of Education as a Teacher’s Aide (Para Professional), for all that time. A native of East Boston, she was a 1969 alumna of Fitton Catholic High School & an alumna of Bryant-Stratton Business College – Class of 1971. She lived in Winthrop for about ten years before moving to Toms River, NJ. She is the beloved mother of: Jonathan Elliott of Lovell, Maine, & Lieutenant Robert Elliott, United States Army, of Germany. She is the dear fiancee of John Conway, with whom she made her home. She was the devoted daughter of the late, Daniel & Josephine (Geraci) Gioiosa. She is the cherished Sister of: Charles Gioiosa & his wife Barbara Brainin of Seattle, Washington, Denise Giangregorio & her husband Alan of Winthrop, John Gioiosa & his wife Mary of Malden, Anne Gioiosa & her wife Linda Stiles of Saugus, & the late, Anthony Gioiosa. She is also lovingly survived by several nieces, nephews, & cousins. Services were held in Toms River. A memorial mass will be celebrated at a time & place to be announced.
Remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701-9376.
Dorothea E. (McClellan) Gesamondo
Dorothea E. (McClellan) Gesamondo
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, August 15th, 2013 from 4 – 9 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Dorothea E. (McClellan) Gesamondo, who died after a brief illness on Sunday, August 11th at Winchester Hospital, at 92 years. Her funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Friday, August 16th at 9:30 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in the Immaculate Conception Church (corner of Beach St. & Winthrop Ave.), Revere, at 10:30 a.m. Born & raised in Chelsea, she is a 1939 alumna of Chelsea High School & a 1943 alumna of Chelsea Memorial Hospital – School of Nursing. After receiving her R.N., she worked at Chelsea Memorial Hospital for about ten years. In 1944, she moved to Revere with her husband, Anthony M. Gesamondo, Sr. She remained in Revere until Anthony’s death in 1995, when she moved to her daughter’s home in Lynnfield. Always an energetic woman, she managed to be an exemplary Mother, Grandmother, Daughter & care-giver, while maintaining an active social calendar. A faithful member of Immaculate Conception Parish Community, she was a past president & member of the Immaculata Guild at Immaculate Conception School & a Eucharistic Minister for the Parish. She was also a volunteer at Lighthouse Nursing & Rehab Center, as a pastoral assistant. “Dottie” was a past Regent & member of the Catholic Daughters of America – Court James Lee & a member of CDA at St. Agnes Church in Reading. She was a member & past officer at the Revere Womens’ Club. She enjoyed bowling & was a member of Revere’s Smart Set Bowling League & the City of Revere’s Senior Bowling League. She is the cherished mother of: Anita M. Lalicata & her late husband Anthony of Reading, Salvatore J. Gesamondo, Sr. & wife Doris of Lynnfield, Anthony M. Gesamondo, Jr. & wife Frances of West Newbury, Mary B. DeMaina & husband Joseph of Lynnfield. She is the devoted grandmother of: Anthony Lalicata of Reading, Anthony Gesamondo, II of Lynnfield, Gina Gesamondo of Chestnut Hill, Deanna Moran of Dorchester, Doris Fournier of Reading, Salvatore Gesamondo, Jr. of Lynnfield, Anthony Gesamondo, III & John Gesamondo both of West Newbury, Michael Gesamondo of Mansfield, Christopher DeMaina of Newton, Daniel DeMaina of Medford, & Meredith (DeMaina) Kells of Wenham. She is also lovingly survived by her 11 Great-Grandchildren: Dante, Trinity & Dino Gesamondo, Sophia & Griffin Fournier, Emerson & Genevieve Moran, Christian DeMaina, Annabelle (Gesamondo) Acari, Enzo & Stella (Lalicata). She is the dear Aunt to Jo-Ann Sarro of Revere, Grace Statuto of Danvers, & the late Betty-Ann Santosuosso. She was also the daughter of the late, Hugh F. & Rosanna M. (Wilneff) McClellan. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Fund for Autistic Children, 22 Meeting House Hill Road, West Newbury, MA 01985.
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, August 15th, 2013 from 4 – 9 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Friday, August 16th, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere.
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Fund for Autistic Children, 22 Meeting House Hill Road, West Newbury, MA 01985.
Alice G. (Fabian) Longo
Private services & interment at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett, were conducted for Alice G. (Fabian) Longo, who died on Friday, August 2nd following a brief illness at Rosewood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center of Peabody, at 95 years. Born & raised in Revere, she attended Revere schools & was a 1936 alumna of Revere High School. Mrs. Long was, what one would classify as a “stay at home Mom,” a role that she loved & epitomized. Born on June 1st, 1918, so many women of that era were indeed equal, if not excelled their male counterparts, as members of “the greatest generation.” Their inimitable style in the discharge of their responsibilities as a wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt & friend are legendary. Although the majority of these women viewed their role as “not extraordinary,” they are indeed, often the force behind the success of their husbands & children, & such was the likeness of Alice G. Longo. She & her late husband, Edward H. Longo, Sr. were married in 1938. He died in 2003, after their 65th wedding anniversary. She is the Cherished mother of: Carol A. Longo of Lynn, Edward H. Longo, Jr. & his wife Victoria of Wakefield, & John M. Longo & his partner Steven Clark of Chatham, MA. She is the devoted grandmother of: Lori Joyal & her husband Paul of Sudbury, Edward H. Longo, III & his wife Laurie of Wesboro, Debra Longo of Salem & Jennifer Hickey & her husband Christopher of Wakefield. She is also the dear Sister of Doris McCarthy of Revere, Frank Fabian of Rhode Island, Edith Palmer of California, Phyllis Lee of Virginia, Barbara Ventola of New Jersey, & the late Carl Fabian & the late Beatrice Cortese. She is also lovingly survived by her five great-grandchildren, Timothy, Jeffrey, Olivia, Emily & Benjamin, & many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces & grand-nephews. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care, 275 Grove St., Newton, MA 02466.