Joseph W. Hoy, Jr.
Family & friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass for Joseph W. Hoy, Jr. on Friday, March 21st, 2014 at 11 a.m. in the Church of St. Joseph, 173 Albion St., Wakefield, followed by interment in the Wood End Cemetery, Reading. Mr. Hoy passed on Tuesday, March 18th at the Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Medford, at 75 years. He was born & raised in Brighton, & lived many years in the area before coming to Reading in 1987. For over 22 years, he worked for the United States Postal Service, retiring from the South Postal Annex as a supervisor. A daily communicant of St. Joseph’s Church, he would often take his “daily constitutional” (walk) on the Lake at Wakefield. There he formed many new friendships & earned him the title, “Mayor of Wakefield.” He is the beloved & devoted husband, best friend, & soul mate for almost 40 years to Janet M. (Clauss) Hoy. He was the dear son of the late: Joseph W. Hoy, Sr. & Mary A. (Thaxter) Hoy. He is the cherished uncle of Philip & Nancy LaTorre of New Hampshire, David & Marcia LaTorre of North Andover, Paul & Kim Clauss of New Jersey, Diane Kresslein of Virginia, & Kevin Clauss of Winthrop. He is the adoring grand-uncle to: Jennifer & Philip LaTorre of NH, Alexandra & Nicolas LaTorre of North Andover, Paul & Hilary Clauss of New Jersey, & David Kresslein of Virginia. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 480 Pleasant St., Watertown, MA 02472.
Services
Funeral Mass
Friday, March 21st, 2014 at 11 a.m. in the Church of St. Joseph, 173 Albion St., Wakefield.
Interment
Wood End Cemetery, Reading.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 480 Pleasant St., Watertown, MA 02472.
Samuel W. Palermo
Samuel W. Palermo
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Friday, March 21st, 2014 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Retired Revere Patrolman, Samuel W. Palermo, who died on Sunday, March 16th at Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, after a long illness, at 82 years. His funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Saturday, March 22nd at 9 a.m., followed by a funeral mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere, at 10 a.m. Patrolman Palermo was born & raised in Revere, he was a 1949 alumnus of Revere High School, & lived here his entire life. He retired from the police force in 1991, after 22 years of service. He is the beloved husband of Linda J. (Scully) Palermo. He is the devoted father of: Robert J. Palermo, Jonathan W. Palermo & his wife Serena, & Dan P. Lockley, all of Revere, Debra A. Belfiore & her husband Joseph of West Dover, Vermont, & Kimberly A. Lockley & her fiancee William J. Hrubes of Lynn. He is the cherished brother of: Nancy Coviello of Revere, Joseph Palermo & his wife Janet of North Chelmsford, Theodora “Teddi” Mantia & her husband James of Revere, & the late, Antonette Ciampa & Anthony Palermo. He is also lovingly survived by 6 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, many nieces & nephews, & his sister-in-law Mary Palermo of Stoughton. Interment will be in St. Joesph’s Cemetery, Lynn.
Services
Visiting Hours
Friday, March 21st, 2014 from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Saturday, March 22nd, 2014 at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere.
Interment
St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Lynn.
Christine L. (Barry) Murphy
Family & friends are invited to visiting hours on Monday, March 17th, 2014 in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, from 4 – 8 p.m. for Christine L. (Barry) Murphy, who died unexpectedly on Thursday, March 13th at Cape Cod Hospital, Hyannis, at 94 years. Her funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Tuesday, March 18th 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. Mrs. Murphy was born & raised in Revere, & lived here all of her life before moving to Yarmouth Port with her daughter 5 years ago. She was an alumna of Immaculate Conception High School, Class of 1937. She worked for over 40 years within the City of Revere as an accountant, first with the Auditor’s Department & finally within the School Department. She worked until 1994. She was an active member of the Immaculate Conception Parish Community all of her life. She was the beloved wife of the late John Patrick Murphy, who passed in September of 1963. She is the devoted mother of Judith A. Murphy of Yarmouth Port, MA. She was the dear sister to the late: Josephine M. Dunlea, Agnes J. Lucey, Helen, Alice, Ruth, & Rita M. Barry, & the late William, Robert, Francis & James Barry. She is also lovingly survived by Mary F. Singleton of Yarmouth Port & many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces & grand-nephews. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908.
Services
Visiting Hours
Monday, March 17th, 2014 from 4 – 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Tuesday, March 18th, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere.
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908.
James J. “Jesse” Yantosca
Family & friends are invited to visit with the family on Monday, March 17th, 2014 in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, beginning at 9 a.m. for James J. “Jesse” Yantosca, who died following a long illness on Wednesday, March 12th in the Rehabilitation & Nursing Center of Everett, at 74 years. The funeral will follow the visitation at 11 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St., Revere, where a funeral mass will be celebrated. Interment is private. Born & raised in Revere, he lived his entire life here & was a 1957 graduate of Revere High School. He also attended Suffolk University. For many years, he worked for the Bureau of Building Construction in Boston. He retired from the Revere Parks & Recreation Department as a foreman in 1986. His retirement was early due to declining health. He was a long-time member of the Revere Orioles, Nest #123. He leaves his beloved wife of 52 years, Judith G. (Bazer) Yantosca. He is the devoted father of Retired Master Sergeant Joseph M. Yantosca, USMC & his wife Cynthia of Seabrook, Texas, & Michael J. Yantosca of Revere. He is the cherished grandfather of Crisana L. & Paul Michael Yantosca, both of Seabrook, TX. He is also lovingly survived by the Bazer family of Boston & the North Shore, & by many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces & grand-nephews. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation (PKD), 8330 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64114.
Services
Visiting Hours
Monday, March 17th, 2014 from 9 – 10:30 a.m.
Funeral Mass
Monday, March 17th, 2014 at 11 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere.
Interment
Will be private.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation (PKD), 8330 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64114.
Craig P. Melanson
Craig P. Melanson
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Friday, March 14th , from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107) Revere for Craig P. Melanson, who died on Tuesday, March 11th at Massachusetts General Hospital, following a long struggle with Cardiac Disease at 36 years old. His funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Saturday, March 15th 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.. The family moved to Saugus over 30 Years ago. Craig was an Alumnus of Saugus High School, Class of 1995. Craig has been battling Cardiac Disease for several years, disabling him from the work force. However, he did work as a Zamboni Operator for several of the area skating rinks. Craig is the beloved husband of nine years to Leonides (Ortiz). Cherished son of Laura M. (Morani) Melanson-Datserakis and her husband George of Saugus, Kenneth Melanson and his wife Shirley of Sandown, NH. Devoted grandson of George and Carmella (Oliva) Morani-Manfra of Middleton and Cecelia Guilloty of Chelsea. Dear brother of Kenneth R. “Rick” Melanson and his companion Melanie Hart of Lynn, Ryan M. Melanson and his companion, Melanie, Karisa C. Melanson, John and Andy Datserakis all of Saugus and Cheyenne Melanson of Sandown, NH. Dear nephew to Gregory Morani and wife Jacqueline of Middleton, George Morani and wife Melinda of Merrimac and Linda Morani of Peabody. Also lovingly survived by his father and mother in law, Moses and Inez (Ruiz) Ortiz and his brother and sisters in law, Miss Carmen Ortiz, Claudia Ramos and husband Lucindo and Moses Ortiz all of Chelsea. Craig is a special uncle to many nieces and nephews. He was a passionate Boston sports fan, particulary for the Boston Bruins. His enthusiasm was always intense & he passed that emotion onto all who knew him. If there was anything, Craig would want us to remember about him, it certainly was for his “ultimate” Bruins Passion. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden, MA.
Services
Visiting Hours
Friday, March 14th from 4 to 8 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Saturday, March 15th, at 10:30 a.m. Immaculate Conception Church (Revere)
Interment
Holy Cross Cemetery (Malden)
Henry L. Olsen
Henry L. Olsen
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, March 6th from 4 to 8 p.m., in the Vertuccio and Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (route 107) Revere, for Henry L. Olsen, who died following a long illness at the Lighthouse Nursing Center of Revere on Tuesday, March 4th. The funeral service will be conducted from the funeral home on Friday, March 7th at 11:00 a.m., followed by interment in Puritan Lawn Memorial Cemetery, West Peabody. Born in Lynn, Mr. Olsen was a life long resident of Revere’s Oak Island Section. A graduate of Revere High School in 1943, he went onto join the U.S. Navy in August of 1943, serving until April 19, 1946. In 1954 he began his 34 year career with the Revere Fire Department, retiring as Captain in 1988. Henry was a long – time member of the V.F.W. Post #6712 of Beachmont & National Association of D.A.V.. He leaves behind his wife of sixty years, Dorothy M. (Jacobs) Olsen of Revere. He is the devoted father of, James G. Olsen & his wife Joyce of Newburyport, Karen S. DeVincentis & her husband Carl of Rowley, Susan M. Olsen of Revere & Dr.Nancy R. Olsen – Waldron, PhD. & her partner John O’Brien of Winthrop. He is the cherished grandfatherof Randy Waldron, of Manhattan, NY, James G. Olsen, Jr. of Newburport, Lawrence J. Scaglione, IV. Of Munson & Michelle C. DeVincentis of Rowley. He is also the dear brother of Arthur S. Olsen & his wife Florence , Eunice “Bunny” King, Helen Greene & her husband John, Virginia “Ginger” Tuite & her husband Thomas all of Revere, Sigrid “Dolly” Vazza of Saugus & the late, Ralph A. Olsen, Leonard O. Olsen, Eleanor Sullivan, Lillian Glass- Uhr & Rudolph Olsen. He is lovingly survived by many nieces & nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to: The Northeast Animal Shelter, 347 Highland Ave., Salem, MA 01970.
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, March 6th from 4 to 8 p.m.
Funeral Service
Friday, March 7th at 11 a.m. in the Funeral Home
Interment
Puritan Lawn Memorial Cemetery (Peabody)
In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to: The Northeast Animal Shelter, 347 Highland Ave., Salem, MA 01970.
David A. “Tony” Fleming
David A. “Tony” Fleming
Fifteen year Revere resident, David A. “Tony” Fleming, formerly of Jamaica Plain, died on Sunday, March 2nd, 2014 at Boston Medical Center, unexpectedly following a brief illness, at 65 years. Born & raised in Jamaica Plain, he was an alumnus of St. Thomas Aquinas Grammar School in Jamaica Plain, Boston English High School, & Boston Business School. He entered the United States Air Force in January of 1968, rising to the rank of Sergeant, & served until January of 1972. Serving in Thailand, he supplied troops in Vietnam & for the remainder of his four year tour, was stationed at numerous Air Force bases, including Andrews AFB, Washington D.C., & Kinchelo AFB, Michigan. He began his civilian working career at Century Industries, a supplier to U.S. military facilities based in Wisconsin & Texas. He returned to Boston & began working for the Veterans’ Administration. For the past 15 years, he was an administrative specialist for the U.S. Health & Human Services Department – Centers for Medicare & Medicaid. “Tony” will be fondly remembered for his ability “to get things done” & for his generous nature, & outgoing personality. He leaves a legacy in the love of his family, friends, & co-workers. “Tony” had planned to retire to Delray Beach, Florida in May, upon retirement. Because of his caring & dedication to Veterans, the family asks in lieu of flowers, remembrances be made to the New England Shelter for Homeless Veterans, 17 Court St., Boston, MA 02108. “Tony” was the beloved son of the late, Henry J. & Helen M. (Kelly) Fleming. He is the cherished brother to: John S. Fleming & his wife Linda Sampieri-Fleming of Quincy, Mary S. “Susie” Fleming of Delray Beach, FL & North Berwick, Maine, & the late: Stephen J., Henry D., & Richard A. Fleming. He is the devoted uncle to Maura & Kelly Fleming, Patricia Donnellen & her husband Sean, all of West Roxbury, Brian Fleming & his wife Krista & their children, Brooke & Kelsey all of North Attleboro, & the late Heather Fleming. He is also lovingly survived by his sister-in-law MaryAnn Fleming of West Roxbury. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. Services & interment are private.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances be made to the New England Shelter for Homeless Veterans, 17 Court St., Boston, MA 02108.
John N. Matook
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Sunday, March 2nd, 2014 from 3 – 8 p.m. in the First Congregational Church, 230 Beach St., Revere, for John N. Matook, who died unexpectedly at his South Hamilton home on Wednesday, February 26th, at 59 years. His funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 4th at 11 a.m. in the Christ Episcopal Church, 149 Asbury St., South Hamilton. Interment will be private. Born & raised in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, he was a 1972 graduate of Tolman High School in Pawtucket, RI. He received a Bachelor’s in Philosophy in 1976 from Gordon College of Wenham, MA. Since that time, John has always been a student, especially of Middle Eastern Studies at Harvard Extension School. John holds a Master’s degree in Arabic & at the time of his death, was still pursuing his studies in Middle Eastern Languages, particularly in, almost extinct dialects, of Aramaic & other mid-eastern cultures. John was indeed a “Family Man,” & especially fond of caring for his grandchildren, not only as a grandfather, but as a teacher & mentor. John was a participant in four Iron Man Triathlons (Crossfit). At this time, he was in accelerated training & looking forward to the event. He had a passion for gardening & became an expert in horticulture, educating himself. He was most proud of his gardens in South Hamilton & in Revere. He & his family lived in Revere for several years before moving to South Hamilton in 1999. John was the founder & president of DIA-SALES, a company he founded in 1990. He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Revere. He is the beloved husband of 36 years to Linda M. (Granitsas) Matook. He is the devoted father of: Jamie L. Panagopolos & her husband Christopher of Essex, MA, Nicholas J. & John D. Matook both of South Hamilton, Timothy J. Matook & his wife Catherine of Beverly, & Sopeet Bou of Revere. John & his dear wife also fostered many children, including the Tran family & Danny Khiev. He also leaves two cherished grandchildren, Mark O. & Brooke J. Matook. He is the dear brother of: Nicholas Matook & his wife Elaine of Cumberland, RI, Darlene Elkas & her husband Douglas of Johnston, RI, & Judy Fortier & her husband Russell of Pawtucket, RI. He is also lovingly survived by his mother-in-law, Marguerite Granitsas of Revere, & his brothers- & sisters-in-law: The Reverend Nicholas G. Granitsas (the Pastor of the First Congregational Church of Revere) & his wife Joan, James & Maureen Appleyard of Essex, MA, & Nancy E. Cissel & her husband John of Yorba Linda, California. He was also the son of the late: Nicholas & Jane (Landry) Matook. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the: Easter Seals of Rhode Island, 213 Robinson St., Wakefield, RI 02879, or to the Food Pantry at First Congregational Church, 230 Beach St., Revere, MA 02151.
Services
Visiting Hours
Sunday, March 2nd, 2014 from 3 – 8 p.m. in the First Congregational Church, 230 Beach St., Revere.
Funeral Service
Tuesday, March 4th, 2014 at 11 a.m. in the Christ Episcopal Church, 149 Asbury St., South Hamilton.
Interment
Will be private.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the: Easter Seals of Rhode Island, 213 Robinson St., Wakefield, RI 02879, or to the Food Pantry at First Congregational Church, 230 Beach St., Revere, MA 02151.
Frank Colantuoni
Frank Colantuani
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Monday, March 3rd, 2014 beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Frank “Butch” Colantuoni, who died unexpectedly on Sunday, February 23rd at Whidden Memorial Hospital, Everett, at 92 years. Following the visitation, there will be a funeral mass in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Washington Ave., Revere, at 11 a.m. Born & raised in East Boston, he attended Boston schools & entered the United States Army in October of 1942, & served until January of 1946. He is a World War II Veteran. “Butch” was a graduate of the former Cooks & Bakers School of Monmouth, New Jersey. Most of his working career was spent as a meat cutter for several markets & chain grocery stores. However, he retired in 1987 after 25 years of service with Stop & Shop, Inc. in their Meats Department. His memberships included: the Meat Cutters Union, American Legion Post #61 of Revere, & the Revere Loyal Order of the Moose. His beloved wife, Elizabeth G. “Betty” (Rose) Colantuoni, died in April of 1986. He was the brother of the late Pasquale Colantuoni. He is the devoted uncle of: William J. Colantuoni & his wife Janice of Lawrence, Christine Colantuoni of South Hamilton, & the late John P. Colantuoni. He is the cherished grand-uncle to: Amy Tsai & her husband Dr. David Tsai, M.D. of Andover, Lawrence Police Detective William P. Colantuoni & his wife Sandria, Lawrence Police Patrolman Michael J. Colantuoni & his wife Rebecca, all of Haverhill, Jon P. Colantuoni & his wife Sandy of Berwick, Maine, Adam Colantuoni & his fiancee Daniella of East Boston, & Gina Coughlin & her husband Michael of Wakefield. He is also lovingly survived by his dedicated friends, Justine & Vincent Denietolis of Revere, & several great-grand-nieces & nephews. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Services
Visiting Hours
Monday, March 3rd, 2014 from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Funeral Mass
Monday, March 3rd, 2014 at 11 a.m. in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Revere.
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Carmen J. Guarnera
Carmen J. Guarnera
Family & friends are invited to attend the visiting hours on Wednesday, February 26th, 2014 from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Vertuccio and Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107), Revere, for Carmen J. “Skippy” Guarnera, who died unexpectedly at his home in Revere on Saturday, February 22nd. A Funeral Service will follow the visitation in the funeral home at 8 p.m. Skippy was born and raised in East Boston. He attended Boston Public Schools and was a graduate ofEast Boston High School, Class of1956. After graduation, he enlisted into the United States Air Force. He served his country proudly for several years during his enlistment. He returned home and worked for several different companies in the contracting field. He married Arlene A. Leonard and settled in East Boston, where they began to start their family. The couple moved to Revere in the 1970’s along with their four children. Skippy then started his career as a salesman for All Nu Vinyl Siding in Revere. He had built many friendships throughout his years there. He is the beloved father of: Revere Firefighter Joseph P. Guarnera & his wife Gail of North Chelmsford, Julie A. Butt & her husband Jeffrey J. of Peabody, Michael S. Guarnera of Sherman Oakes, CA and Lisa M. Mignosa & her husband James of Winthrop. He is the cherished grandfather of Amanda G., Joseph C. & Joshua V. Guarnera all of North Chelmsford, Kayla M. & Kassidy A. Butt both of Peabody, and Tyler J. & Sydney A. Mignosa both of Winthrop. He is the loving brother of Lucille Loadman & her husband James of Florida, Catherine Selvitella & her husband Richard of North Easton, MA and the late Stephen Guarnera. He is the former husband of the late Arlene A. (Leonard) Guarnera. He is also lovingly survived by several nieces & nephews. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: The Jimmy Fund, Dana – Farber Cancer Institute, Division of Development & The Jimmy Fund, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168.
Services
Visiting Hours
Wednesday, February 26th, 2014 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Funeral Service
Wednesday, February 26th, 2014 at 8 p.m.
Interment
Interment is Private.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to: The Jimmy Fund, Dana – Farber Cancer Institute, Division of Development & The Jimmy Fund, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168.