Giovanni M. Furia
Family & friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) Revere on Saturday, July 30th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for Giovanni M. Furia, who passed away on July 24th. He was 86 years old. A Funeral Service will be conducted in the Funeral Home at 12:15 p.m., followed by interment in Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody.
Born in Catignano, Pescara, Italy, he was the son of Gaetano & Giuseppina (Calandro) Furia. He attended schools in Italy and he soon immigrated to the United States. Only a few years after his arrival, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and honorably served the country he now called home, during the Vietnam Era. He was honorably discharged in 1960. He married Rossana (Bartlolacci) and the couple settled in East Boston and began their family. They would soon move to Revere and would remain there for over 50 years. Giovanni was a hard-working man who took great pride in supporting his family. He enjoyed a career spanning over 25 years with Alitalia Airlines as a Passenger Representative. He retired in the early 1990s and enjoyed his retirement spending time with his family. He was known as a generous man who was always willing to lend a helping hand. He enjoyed rolling up his sleeves and working with his hands and he was an all-around “handyman”. He was especially proficient in working on automobiles.
He is the beloved husband of Rossana A. (Bartolacci) Furia of Peterborough, NH. Devoted father of Stephanie R. Keane & her husband George Kevin of Dublin, NH and Andrea Furia-Helms & her husband Louis of Glenn Dale, MD. Dear brother of Elena Furia of Revere and the late Adele Alessandroni, Gennaro Furia, Gabriel Furia & Maria (Furia) Cronin. He is also lovingly survived by several nieces & nephews.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Parkinson Disease Association by visiting www.apdaparkinson.org.
Services
Visiting Hours
Saturday, July 30th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Funeral Service
Saturday, July 30th at 12:15 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Interment
Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody
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Marguerite (D’Orlando) Nott
Family & friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours on Wednesday, July 27th from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rt. 107) Revere for Marguerite (D’Orlando) Nott, who died peacefully in her residence in Revere following a long illness, she was 96 years old. A funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Thursday, July 28th 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. Interment will follow immediately in Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody.
Marguerite was born in the family home in Revere on Furness St., to her parents Leonard & Concetta (DiBlasi) D’Orlando. She was one of seven children. She was raised & educated in Revere and was an alumna of Revere High School, Class of 1944. She was later married to her husband, Lawrence E. Nott and remained living in her family home, where they began to raise their three children. Marguerite was a devoted mother & wife and did everything for her family. She was most happy when she was surrounded by the love & joy her family gave her. Marguerite was most proud of living at her home on Furness Street her for entire life. She was also a very active member of the Revere Senior Center, where she stayed active and forged many wonderful friendships.
She is the beloved wife of 58 years to the late Lawrence E. Nott. Loving mother of Patricia Cafarelli & her husband Nicholas of Peabody, John Nott & his wife Mary Ellen of Medford & Paul Nott of Medford. She is the dear sister of the late Louise Tartaro, Angela Cangiano, Rose Moscatel, Eleanor Fleet, Catherine Gaurdino, & Albert D’Orlando. Cherished Nana to four grandchildren, nine great grandchildren & one great great grandchild.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Bishop Reed The Catholic TV Network, P.O. Box 9196 Watertown, MA 02471.
Services
Visiting Hours
Wednesday, July 27th from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Funeral Mass
Thursday, July 28th at 11:00 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere
Interment
Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody
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Jeanne M. LaPointe
Family & friends are respectfully invited to attend Visiting Hours on Thursday, August 4th from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rt. 107) Revere for Jeanne M. LaPointe, who died on Wednesday July 20th at the Whidden Memorial Hospital in Everett following a brief illness, she was 73 years old. A funeral will be conducted from the Funeral Home on Friday, August 5th beginning at 10:00 a.m., followed by a Funeral Service in the Funeral home at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Jeanne was born in Norwood & was raised & educated in Revere. She was an alumna of Immaculate Conception School, Class of 1967. Immediately after graduation, Jeanne began to work at the Veterans Affairs Administration in Boston, currently Department of Veteran Affairs. She began her career working in the typing pool, later she became a Paralegal, working her way up to Network Administrator & IT. Her career spanned over 40 years of service, retiring in 2017. Jeanne also was very dedicated to her parents and caring for them through the years. Jeanne was very humble and was pleased with the little things in life. She was an animal lover and enjoyed being home and watching her favorite television shows with her schnauzer, “Shanay”.
She is the devoted daughter of the late Edward A. LaPointe, Sr. & Marie D. (Connery) LaPointe. Cherished sister of Edward A. LaPointe, Jr. & wife Sandra of Sandown, NH, Joseph W. LaPointe & wife Donna M. of Hooksett, NH & Paul J. LaPointe, Sr. of No. Brookfield, MA. She is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 1120, Framingham, MA 01701.
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, August 4th from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Funeral Service
Friday, August 5th at 11:00 a.m. in the Funeral Home
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett
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Henry P. Lesburt, Jr.
Family & friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass on Monday, August 1st at 11:00 a.m. in St. Adelaide Church, 708 Lowell St., PEABODY for Henry Peter Lesburt, Jr., who passed peacefully in Pompano Beach Florida on July 18, 2022 with his devoted wife, Jeannine (Laurano-Trigilio) Lesburt and close family friends by his side after a very long and courageous battle with cancer.
Henry was a man who lived life as he wanted, worked hard at any job he wanted to see to fruition, respected all colleagues, but most of all loved his family and friends deeply. He was a treasured friend to many. He previously was a resident of Peabody Massachusetts before his retirement.
Born and raised in Lynn Massachusetts to Attorney Henry Lesburt and Monica Lesburt, Henry was the loving brother to sisters Gloria (George-deceased) Upton of Newburyport MA ,and Rosalind (Fred) McGlinchey of Langdon, NH.
Henry and Jeannine shared a combined family of three sons and a daughter: James Lesburt of Taunton MA, Alex Lesburt (predeceased) of Nahant MA, Barbara Cohee (Rick) of Lynnfield and step-son Marc (Leigh)Trigilio of Greensboro NC.
Henry was a Veteran who served in the United States Army on overseas tours both in Germany and Vietnam. He was an astute successful businessman and was revered by his colleagues for his business acumen.
Since retiring to Florida, Henry served as President and Director of his condo association for many years, was an avid golfer and member of the Pompano Beach Men’s Golf League, and a member of St Gabriel’s Parish St Vincent de Paul Society where he enjoyed serving monthly meals to the homeless.
Henry had a great sense of adventure and in his spare time, he with his wife traveled the world visiting, Asia, Europe, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Iceland, Canada and Antartica.
Together they had 12 grandchildren, Kaela Lesburt, Sydney Lesburt, Emily Lesburt, Alex Jr (AJ) Lesburt, Briana Lesburt , Tino (Sara) Cohee, Gino Cohee, Max Cohee, Bret Cohee, Liliana Trigilio, Carlina Trigilio, Amalia Trigilio.
Henry’s nieces and nephews were a large part of his life during the younger years. His is also survived by Linda Coddens, Christine McNeil Delisio, Scott Gnong (deceased), Jameson McCarthy, and Peter Light along with several great nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105.
Services
Memorial Mass
Monday, August 1st at 11:00 a.m. in St. Adelaide Church, 708 Lowell St., Peabody
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Marilyn A. (Flynn) Newhook
Family & friends are invited to attend a Memorial Funeral Mass on Tuesday, July 26th in the Immaculate Conception Church (Corner of Beach St. & Winthrop Ave.) REVERE at 12:00 p.m., for Marilyn A. (Flynn) Newhook, who passed away peacefully at the Leonard Florence Center for Living, in Chelsea, on July 17th. She was 94 years old. Interment will follow immediately in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.
Born in Boston, she was the daughter of Henry J. “Harry” & Frances (McCarthy) Flynn. She was raised in Revere and attended Revere schools, graduating from Revere High School. She married Thomas A. Newhook and the couple settled in Dorchester, where she remained for over 60 years. A dedicated homemaker and wife, Marilyn also worked outside of the home at Old Mr. Boston distillery in Boston for many years. Her beloved husband, Thomas, passed away in July of 1999. Marilyn was a devout catholic and was dedicated to her large extended family. Her greatest joy and expression of her love was cooking and baking. She loved to cook for her family and was known for her unforgettable eggplant parmesan, coffee cake, hot fudge sauce and her delicious Christmas cookies, just to name a few. She will be remembered for her kindness and generosity. Marilyn was also an avid sports fan, especially dedicated to the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots.
She is the beloved wife of the late Thomas A. Newhook. Devoted daughter of the late Henry J. “Harry” & Frances (McCarthy) Flynn. Dear sister of Robert T. “Roddy” Flynn & his late wife Phyllis of Revere, Laurence “Larry” Flynn & his wife Linda of Naples, Florida and the late William “Billy” Flynn & his surviving wife Dorothy, the late Francis X. “Fran” Flynn & late wife Marna, the late John “Jack” & late wife Helen, the late Charles “Charlie” & late wife Mildred, the late Henry J. “Harry” & late wife Rita, the late Geraldine F. Scigliano & her surviving husband Robert of Nahant, the late Eugene “Gus” & late wife Pat and the late Joan Tsiumis & late husband John. Cherished aunt of the late Jay Tsiumis & Joan Kitsis and also lovingly survived by many adoring & proud nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105.
Services
Memorial Funeral Mass
Tuesday, July 26th at 12:00 p.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere
Interment
Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden
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Vincent “Vinny” Grieco
Family & friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours on Friday, July 22nd from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) REVERE for Vincent “Vinny” Grieco, of 140 Falcon St., East Boston, who passed away peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by family at his daughter and son-in-law’s home in Newbury, NH on July 15th, 2022. A Funeral Service will be conducted in the Funeral Home on Saturday, July 23rd at 11:00 a.m., followed by interment in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.
Vinny was born on January 3, 1937 and was a cherished and loved father, father-in-law, grandfather “Beba”, beloved partner, brother, uncle, and friend. He was well known in East Boston, the city where he lived his best life. He especially enjoyed the club, the beach, dancing, karaoke, and Santarpio’s. Vinny retired from the MBTA after a long, successful career, freeing up his golden years to live his life to the fullest. He was happiest when he was with his family and friends, and he will be missed dearly by all who loved and were loved by him.
Vinny is survived by his beloved, Kathy Pacitto. He is the devoted father of Eric Grieco & his wife Kimberly (Vizinho) Grieco and Kristen (Grieco) Schultz & her husband Stephen Schultz. Cherished grandfather of Christopher Grieco & his fiancé Kristin Murphy, Aimee Grieco, Ella Morey, Ryan Grieco, & Tyler Grieco. Dear brother of Ercolino “Eddie” Grieco, Rita Grieco, Natalie Green, Rosemarie Obrien, Lana Foster and the late Anthony J. Grieco, Alexander “Lefty” Grieco, Lucy Rallo & Anna Babcock. Devoted son of the late Ercole and Carmella Grieco. He is also lovingly survived by lots of nieces and nephews & even more great nieces and nephews.
Services
Visiting Hours
Friday, July 22nd from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Funeral Service
Saturday, July 23rd at 11:00 a.m. in the Funeral Home
Interment
Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden
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James N. “Skip” Giovanni, Sr.
Family & friends are respectfully invited to attend a Memorial Visitation on Friday, July 15th, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rt.107) Revere for one of Revere’s finest gentleman, James N. “Skip” Giovanni, Sr., who died on Wednesday, July 6th at his home in Revere surrounded by his loving family, following a long illness. He was 92 years old. A Funeral Service will be held in the funeral home at 1:15 pm, immediately followed with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Skip was born in his family’s house on Dec. 20, 1929, to his late parents, James C. “Murphy” & Bertha A. (McKenna) Giovanni. He was a lifelong resident of Revere where he was raised & educated. Shortly after high school, Skip enlisted in the United States Army and proudly served his country. Skip returned home to Revere and worked various jobs before beginning a career with the City of Revere. He became a supervisor in the water department and retired after 35 years of service. Skip was a proud father of his daughter, Dawn & his son, James. He was very present in their lives as he always gave his children good, sound advice. He loved his grandchildren unconditionally and made special relationships with each of them. Skip had a profound relationship with his only sister, Barbara, and made his home with her. They were best friends and they constantly looked out for one another. Skip had a great personality that easily made him friends wherever he went. He enjoyed going to the Continental Restaurant and socializing as well as dancing and attending parties. He was always fastidious about the way he dressed, and his hair was always perfect. He was kind, generous and would help out anyone he could. He was a late member of the Orioles Club & Soccorso Club in Revere and former member of the Danvers Fish & Game Club. He was a regular at the “Bagel Bin” and he and his crew would meet and talk about current events and how to fix the world today. Skip, along with his sister, would jar vinegar peppers & stuffed peppers and gift them away. These peppers were a real treat to many who received them. Skip was a man who was truly a class act and to know him was to love him. He was a special man and will be deeply missed by all.
He is the loving father of Dawn B. Zaferakis & her husband Terry of Ashburn, VA & James N. Giovanni, Jr. & his wife Carlene M. of Haverhill. Dear brother & best friend to Barbara A. DiMarco of Revere & her late husband Raymond. Cherished grandfather of Justin T. Zaferakis of SC., Nico J. Giovanni & Liam L. Giovanni, both of Haverhill. He is also lovingly survived by many cousins, friends & extended family.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Operation Smile, 3641 Faculty Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23453.
Services
Memorial Visitation
Friday, July 15th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Funeral Service
Friday, July 15th at 1:15 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett
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Donna Gail Willis
Donna Gail Willis – July 14,1947 to July 4, 2022
Donna Gail Willis was born on July 14, 1947 in Lynn, Massachusetts. She was a resident of Salem, MA for 45 years before moving to Beverly, MA.
Donna traveled with her family; her father was in the Army and they were stationed in both Germany and France. Her parents (Evelyn and Joseph Willis) were both Commanders in the American Legion and she traveled with them to many conventions. Donna has a loving brother Alan Willis and sister-in-law Eileen Willis of California, a loving sister Lesley Brennan and brother-in-law Michael Brennan of Texas, an Uncle Victor Willis of Beverly, MA, and several cousins. Donna is predeceased by her parents and her beloved dog Lucky.
Donna was a graduate of Lynn English High School, class of 1966. She graduated from beauty school and started her career as a hairdresser. Donna then went on to be a home health aide, working with senior citizens. Donna loved taking care of the seniors and making sure they were happy and cared for.
Donna was the proud mother of Gayla Willis Bartlett of Danvers. She and Gayla were always together and the best of friends. Donna loved going to Kiwanis Conventions with Gayla and her family and meeting so many people. She adored her son-in-law Aaron Bartlett and always referred to him as the “best son in law ever.” She was over the moon at the birth of her only grandchild Michaela Bartlett. Donna was ever present for every moment of Michaela’s achievements and always praised her.
Donna AKA Nana loved to make crafts from foam; it was known as Nana’s Foam Craft Ministry or Nana’s Crafts. She brought joy and smiles to so many by sharing her crafts for every holiday. Donna was a proud member of the Maple Street Church in Danvers. She loved her craft classes and events at the Beverly Council on Aging and looked forward to them each month.
There will be a Celebration of Life for Donna on Sunday July 17, 2022 at 1pm at Maple Street Church, 90 Maple Street Danvers, MA 01923.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be sent to the following: Beverly Council on Aging, 90 Colin Street Beverly, MA 01915; Attn: Activities Fund in memory of Donna Willis or Maple Street Church, 90 Maple Street, Danvers, MA, 01923; Attn: Deacons Fund in memory of Donna Willis.
Services
Celebration of Life
Sunday, July 17th at 1:00 p.m. at Maple Street Church, 90 Maple St., Danvers
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Evelyn M. (Eramo) Camarot
Family & friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours on Friday, July 8th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rt. 107) Revere, for Evelyn M. (Eramo) Camarot, who died peacefully on Monday, July 4th following a brief illness at the Brudnick Center in Peabody, she was 93 years old. A funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Saturday, July 9th beginning at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Service in the Funeral Home at 11:00 a.m., followed by interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Evelyn was a native to East Boston & born to her late parents, Vincent & Maria (DiCicco) Eramo. She was one of ten children. She was raised & educated in Boston Public Schools & was an alumna of East Boston High School, Class of 1946. Evelyn worked as a secretary for Manpower in Boston in the payroll department for over 25 years. She later took a position as a Teller at Eastern Bank for several years before working for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Agriculture for 19 years before she retired. In 1950, Evelyn Married the love of her life Daniel E. Camarot, Jr. The couple began their life together in East Boston where they began their family and later moved to Saugus in 1958, where she remained. Evelyn loved her family more than life itself and enjoyed being surrounded by them for any occasion. She loved entertaining at her home and hosting the holidays.
She is the beloved wife of the late Daniel E. Camarot, Jr. of 43 years. Loving mother of Kathleen A. Solan & her late husband Richard of Denver, CO, Deborah A. Gerety & husband Robert P. Sr. of Woburn & Judy A. Driscoll & husband Robert of Melrose. Cherished grandmother of Aarron Solan of Denver, CO, Ryan Solan of Nashua, NH, Robert P. Gerety, Jr. & companion Sarah Lathum of Newbury, & Katie Driscoll of Melrose. Dear sister of the late Phyllis E. Santiano, Rose Belli, Viola Bertulli, Helen Breed, Caroline DeRocco, George, Guido, John & Fred Eramo. She is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, & grandnephews.
In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made the Alzheimer’s Association, MA/NH Chapter, 309 Waverly Oaks Road, Waltham, MA 02452.
Services
Visiting Hours
Friday, July 8th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Funeral Service
Saturday, July 9th at 11:00 a.m. in the Funeral Home
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett
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Joseph L. “Joe” Stornaiuolo
Family & friends are respectfully invited to attend a Memorial Visitation on Wednesday, July 13th from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) REVERE for Joseph L. “Joe” Stornaiuolo, who died unexpectedly on July 3rd at his home in Revere, he was 57 years old. A Funeral Service will be conducted in the funeral home on Thursday, July 14th at 12:15 p.m., followed by interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Joe was born & raised in East Boston, until the family relocated to Revere in 1970. Joe was educated in Revere Public Schools and was an alumnus of Revere High School, Class of 1983. For several years, Joe worked alongside his father on their Lobster Boat “Lady Gloria”. Joe worked all of his working career in the construction industry as a Laborer, mostly for the Caruso Corporation in Revere. Joe was a regular at the Son’s of Italy in Revere & he was devoted to his family, and he was a very proud father.
He is the loving father of Carmine J. “C.J.” Stornaiuolo of Charles Town, WV & Alexis K. “Lexi” LaDow of
Fort Belvoir, VA. He is the beloved son of the late Carmine J. & Gloria (Panto) Stornaiuolo. The cherished
brother of Jeannette L. Rysinger & her late husband George F. of Brockton, Carmen J. Stornaiuolo, III &
his wife, Jean of Revere & the late Peter F. Stornaiuolo. He is the special uncle of John F. Rysinger of
Malden, Laura M. Rysinger of Brockton, Jeanal Stornaiuolo of Revere. Also lovingly survived by his former companion Tracey Carpegna and many friends.
In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Children by visiting www.shrinershospitalforchildren.org.