Anna V. Abbruzzese
Family & friends are invited to attend a visitation on Monday, April 6th from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107) Revere, for Anna V. Abbruzzese, who passed away at the Dexter House in Malden on March 31st. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St, Revere at 11:00 a.m.
She is the devoted wife of the late Nicholas A. Abbruzzese. Loving mother of Michael Abbruzzese and Janice Abbruzzese and beloved sister of Doris Benjamin. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Services
Visitation
Monday, April 6th from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Funeral Mass
Monday, April 6th at 11:00 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St., Revere
Interment
Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden
Anthony V. DiLorenzo
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Monday, April 6th from 4:00p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals 773 Broadway (Route 107) Revere for Anthony V. DiLorenzo, who passed away in his East Boston home on March 30th. A funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Tuesday, April 7th at 9:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at Holy Rosary Church, 993 Shirley, St, Winthrop at 10:00 a.m.
Born in Winthrop, he was a life-long resident of East Boston and a devotee of the Sacred Heart Parish Community of East Boston. He was an alumnus of East Boston High School, Class of 1961. For over 35 years, Anthony worked for the City of Boston, within the school department, as a school custodian.
He was the beloved son of the late Vincent and Rose (DiLorenzo) DiLorenzo. He is the beloved brother of Reverend Thomas A. DiLorenzo, Pastor of Holy Rosary Church of Winthrop. He is the dear nephew of Mary D’Agostino of East Boston. He is also lovingly survived by his cherished cousin and her family, Mary E. Campanella and Joseph of Everett. Their grandchildren and great grandchildren, surrounded Anthony with much love and affection; a gift that provides all seniors with a magical sense of security.
Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Services
Visitation
Monday, April 6th from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Tuesday, April 7th at 10:00 a.m. in Holy Rosary Church, 993 Shirley St., Winthrop
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett
Donations
Remembrances may be made to “In Season & Out of Season, P.O. Box 62, East Boston, MA 02128.
Vincent P. DeAngelico, Sr.
In Revere, formerly of East Boston on March 28th at 87 years following a long illness. Devoted husband of the late Ida (Montagna) DeAngelico, who passed away August 12th 2013. Beloved father of Donna J. Gigliello and her husband James of Revere and Vincent P. “Sonny” DeAngelico, Jr. and his wife Kim of Rowley. Cherished grandfather of Anthony J. Gigliello and his wife Rebecca of Mendon, Michael Gigliello and his wife Theresa, Crystal D. Aguaouz and her husband Mustassa “Mossie” and Jason J. Gigliello, all of Revere, Julie-Anne DeAngelico of Jacksonville, FL, and Dena A. and Dylan T. DeAngelico, both of Rowley. Also lovingly survived by his great grandchildren; Justin, Adam, Michael, Toni, Ryan and many nieces and nephews. Brother of the late Lillian Pagliarulo, Antoinette “Dolly” Castronova and Domenic DeAngelico. Funeral Services and interment were held privately. Late US Army Korean Conflict Veteran. Member of the Loyal Order of Moose.
Services
Services will be private
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701 or by visiting www.cancer.org.
Robert E. Sullivan, Sr.
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, April 2nd from 5:00p.m. to 8:00p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107) Revere, for Robert E. Sullivan, Sr., who passed away Tuesday, March 24th at Epoch Senior Healthcare in Melrose, following a long illness. A Graveside Service will be conducted at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, 150 Lake St. Peabody, on Friday, April 3rd at 11:00a.m. Attendees are asked to meet directly at the cemetery gate at 10:45 a.m.
Born and raised in Revere, he was an alumnus of Revere High School, Class of 1955. As a young man, & ultimately as an adult, he continued to work for many Revere Beach concessions and amusements. He retired as a shipper for the former Bob’s Discount.
He was the beloved husband of the late Celia P. (Rost-DeCelis) Sullivan , who passed away in November 2002. Devoted father of Robert E. Sullivan Jr. of Everett, Charles E. Sullivan of Lynn, Michael J. Sullivan and his wife Karen of Melrose and the late Richard J. Sullivan. He is the dear brother of Paul Sullivan and his wife Madeline of New Bedford and the late Dorothy Vito. Cherished grandfather of Charles E. Jr, Eric M., Daniel J., and Toni-Marie. Bob was a long time member of the Revere Lodge of Elks #1171. Interment will be at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody.
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, April 2nd, from 5:00p.m. to 8:00p.m.
Graveside Service
Friday, April 3rd, at 11:00 at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, 150 Lake St., Peabody
(Please meet directly at cemetery gate at 10:45a.m.)
Interment
Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Rosemary “Rosie” Binette
Family & friends are respectfully invited to attend visiting hours on Wednesday, April 1st, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals 773 Broadway (Route 107) Revere for Rosemary “Rosie” Binette who passed away unexpectedly in her Burlington home on Monday, March 23rd. A funeral service will be conducted in the funeral home at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be private.
Rosie is the beloved daughter of Mary (Germano) Binette of Lynn and the late Caroll Binette, Sr. She is also the devoted sister of Mary Binette of Danvers, Carroll Binette, Jr. of Salem and the late Hector Binette. She is the loving niece of Nancy Gainly of Lynn and the late Frank Germano, Jr. Several cherished nieces, nephews and cousins all survive her.
Rosie was in the extraordinary care of the May Institute for most of her adult life. There she matriculated into a robust young woman, had many friends there and enjoyed several other activities, including timely visits to “Foxwoods” and shopping tours. Rosie will be long remembered for her wonderful laugh and vibrant spirit. Later in the summer, a tree will be planted on the grounds of one of the May Institutes residences in her memory. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the May Institute, 794 Broadway, Revere, MA 02151. For more information, please visit www.vertuccioandsmith.com
Services
Visitation
Wednesday, April 1st, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Funeral Service
Wednesday, April 1st at 11:00 a.m. in the Funeral Home
Interment
Will be private
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the May Institute, 794 Broadway, Revere, MA 02151.
Vito J. Amato
Family & friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass on Tuesday, March 24th at 10:30 A.M. in the Immaculate Conception Church, 133 Beach St. Revere for Vito J. Amato, who passed away in his Revere home on March 18th at the age of 89.
He is the devoted husband of 67 years to Michelina (Capizzi) Amato of Revere. Loving father of Vincent F. Amato and his wife Susan of Tewksbury, Maria Cassarino and her husband Robert of Revere, Michael Amato of Revere and Paul M. Amato and his wife Tanya of Revere. Beloved brother of Dr. Philip Amato, PhD. Ed. and his wife Carol of Jamaica Plain, Vincent Amato and his wife Madeline of Norwood, Josephine Vignolo of West Roxbury and the late Geraldine Grande, Angela Amato, Rose Lionetta, Salvatore Amato and Giroloma Amato. Cherished grandfather 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Interment will be private.
Services
Memorial Mass
Tuesday, March 24th, at 10:30 A.M. in Immaculate Conception Church, Revere
Interment
Will be private
In Lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000 Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908
William M. Bagley, Jr.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Celebration of Life Mass on Saturday, March 21st at 11 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St. Visiting Hours are respectfully omitted & interment is private.
WILLIAM MORGAN BAGLEY, Jr. was born JANUARY 8, 1944, in Winthrop, Massachusetts, he grew up in East Boston and lived for nearly twenty years in London, Hong Kong and Dalian, China before recently settling in West Palm Beach, Florida.
William or “Bill”, as he was lovingly known, passed away suddenly and peacefully March 13, 2015 in West Palm Beach. He died surrounded by his family, he was 71 years old.
Bill was the son of the late Attorney William M. Bagley and the late Grace E. (Snow) Bagley of East Boston, MA. He and his wife Carol A. Vahey, originally from Chelsea, MA, shared 43 years together. Bill is also survived by his sister Dorothy R. Goodwin and her husband Robert H. of Melrose, MA, his brothers Robert H. Bagley of Winthrop, MA, Frederick D. Bagley and his wife Paula J. of Naples, FL, Thomas R. Bagley and his wife Mary J. of Delray Beach, FL. and his sister Patricia G. Granara and her husband Richard A. of Melrose, MA. Bill was uncle and granduncle to many nieces and nephews.
Bill was a Registered Pharmacist, graduating from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy following Boston College High School. He practiced pharmacy in drug stores in East Boston and Winthrop from the 1960s through the 1980s. He was active in state-wide politics including election to the Massachusetts Democratic Election Committee in Ward One, East Boston and he acted as campaign chairman of many successful election and re-election campaigns. After retiring from pharmacy he accepted the position of Chief of Staff for the head of State Administration in the Massachusetts House of Representatives. After retirement Billy joined his wife Carol in London where she worked for Fidelity Investments. From that point forward they lived abroad, travelling extensively throughout Europe and Asia.
Always sartorial and congenial Bill was legendary for his uncurbed enthusiasm, limitless generosity and good nature. He always had a smile and a good word for everyone. Bill’s passion for life was almost matched by his love of playing golf, but his greatest enjoyment was spending time with family and friends. Bill Bagley’s life inspired us all.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranches, Inc., P.O. Box 2000 Boys Ranch, FL 32064-9984.
Services
Memorial Celebration of Life Mass
Saturday, March 21st at 11:00 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere
Interment
Will be private
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranches, Inc., P.O. Box 2000 Boys Ranch, FL 32064-9984.
Gerald J. Lepore
A Private funeral service was held on Tuesday, March 17th in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107) Revere, for Gerald J. Lepore who died on March 13th, 2015 at the Lighthouse Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Revere following a long illness, he was 77 years old. Born & raised In Chelsea. Jerry was educated in Chelsea Public Schools & was an alumnus of Chelsea High School, Class of 1954. After high school, Gerry went to work for his family business Sheraton Shoe. He worked there for years before enlisting in the Army National Guard. He served protecting the homeland for over five years. In 1960, Jerry married his long time sweetheart, Rose M. Speranza. The couple resided in Revere, and raised his family there. He worked at Fenton Shoe for a period of time before taking a position as a mechanic at the Nabisco Company. He was a very proud & dedicated family man. He is the devoted husband of Rose M. (Speranza) Lepore of whom he shared 54 years of marriage. He is the loving father of Rosemarie DeStefano & her husband Michael of Revere & Attorney Michelle S. Kelley & her husband David. The cherished grandfather of Julia R. DeStefano all of Revere. He is the beloved brother Marion Cella of Long Island, NY & the late Nicholas Lepore. Also lovingly survived by several nieces & nephews. Entombment was in Woodlawn Versailles Mausoleum in Everett. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: Northeast Animal Shelter 347 Highland Ave. Salem, MA 01970.
James J. Boyle, Jr.
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Sunday, March 15th from 2 to 6 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (route 107) Revere, for James J. Boyle, Jr. who passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2015 at the Whidden Memorial Hospital following a long illness, at 87 years. A funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Monday March 16th at 9:30 a.m. followed by a funeral mass in Immaculate Conception Church (corner of Beach St. & Winthrop Ave.) Revere. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery. Everett.
Born in Medford & raised in Everett. Jim was educated at Immaculate Conception Grammar School in Everett, later attending Everett High School. On his 18th birthday, He enlisted in the United States Navy to defend his country during World War II. After proudly serving his country, he returned home and returned to school. He earned an Associated Degree in Accounting from Burdette College in Boston. On November 8, 1952 He married his long time sweetheart, Ann P. Donnelly. The couple remained in Everett and began their life together, raising 7 children. Jim worked for almost forty years for Exxon Fuel, formally Esso. He began his career in the front office and later decided to take a position in the Plant. He quickly excelled through the ranks and became the Plant operator. Due to his keen intuition, one evening, during the 1970’s as an Oil Tanker was about to off-load its fuel, He noticed that something wasn’t right. The valves weren’t in the proper position, therefore the load of fuel was going to begin emptying in the Boston Harbor. Jim quick wits, prevented an oil spill that would have devastated Boston Harbor and all of its marine life. Jim was a hero, but due to the severity of the situation, many people never became aware of the dire circumstances. He is the devoted husband of Ann P. (Donnelly) Boyle of Everett of whom he shared 62 years of marriage with. He is the loving father of James J. Boyle, III & his wife Maureen D. of Saugus, Mary E. Boyle of Everett, Ann P. Jwanowski & her husband John S. of Peabody, Kathy T. McCarthy & her husband Ed of Littleton, John J. Boyle of Hooksett, NH & his late wife Jennifer L. Boyle, Matthew J. Boyle & his wife Michelle of Boxford & Elizabeth A. Liberatori & her husband Robert of Bradford. He is the cherished grandfather of 15 loving grandchildren. He is the beloved brother of Mary Dalquist of Reading, John “Jack” Boyle of Everett, Anne Pelribe of Reading, Kathleen Trunfio of Canton, Alice Cox of Walpole and the late Eileen Flagg & Richard Boyle. Also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews.
Service
Visiting Hours
Sunday, March 15th from 2 to 6 p.m
Funeral Mass
Monday, March 16th at 1o:30 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, Revere
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery. Everett
In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to: Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund, New England Chapter, 60 Walnut St. Wellesley, MA 02481.
Gail M. (Ladderbush) McInnis
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Tuesday, March 17th, from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (route 107) Revere for Gail M. (Ladderbush) McInnis who passed away on Wednesday, March 11th at the Whidden Memorial Hospital after a brief illness, she was 60 years old. A funeral service will take place in the Funeral Home following the visitation at 7:15 p.m.
Gail was born & raised in Medford, she also educated there. She was a graduate of Newbury College earning an Associates Degree as Legal Secretary. For many years she worked in various law firms & businesses as a “Legal Secretary” in the Boston area. For the past 8 years, she was driving taxi locally in Revere. She loved people and meeting new people, and driving taxi enabled her to stay connected with people. Due to her warm personality, new customers became regular customers & them became friends. She is the loving daughter of Richard R. Ladderbush, Sr. of Pompano Beach, FL & the late Dorothy T. (Bowman) Ladderbush. She is the cherished sister of Joyce M. Ladderbush of Somerville, Randy Ladderbush & his wife Lorraine A. of Saugus, Brenda Ladderbush of Revere & Tristan Ladderbush & his wife Andrea Grillo of North Andover. She is the devoted Aunt of Jill & Alex, Derek, Corey, Tyler, Angel, Gabino, Gynessa, Madison & Andy. Also lovingly survived by her canine companion “Benji”, whom she adored. Interment will be private.
Services
Visiting Hours
Tuesday, March 17th from 4 to 7 p.m
Funeral Service
7:15 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Interment
Will Be Private
In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to: MSPCA Angel, Office of Development, 350 South Huntington Avenue Boston, MA 02130-9923.