Nancy L. (Socci) Barbero
Family & friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours on Tuesday, December 14th from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rt. 107) REVERE. A Funeral Service will be conducted in the funeral home at 12:30 p.m. At the request of the family, we ask all attendees wear a face covering while in the funeral home. Parking is available in lot left of the funeral home. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Lifelong resident of East Boston, unexpectedly on December 9th, at 91 years. Beloved wife of 66 years to John A. Barbero of East Boston. Most loving and caring mother of Catherine L. (Barbero) Liberatore & husband Robert R. of Wilmington. Cherished and adoring grandmother of Anthony J. Liberatore of Boston’s North End.
Mom was born on January 8,1930 in East Boston where she grew up in a loving and close family. Her parents were the late Stephen Socci and Lucia (LaFratta) Socci. She was the youngest of 7 children and the dear sister of the late Paul N. Socci, Mary Guarnera/DiVincenzo, Carmen Socci, Austin Socci, Ann C. McNulty and Antonio Socci. Also lovingly survived by her dear sister-in-law, Gilda Albanese and many beautiful nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.
Mom and Dad met at the Central Theatre in East Boston when they were teenagers. She was taken with his black curly hair and usher’s uniform and he, her beauty. They fell in love and married in 1955, both at the age of 25.
As a young woman, Mom worked in millinery on Kingston Street in Boston where she made hats for various department stores. She also enjoyed her time working in the giftwrapping department at R.H. White’s Department Store in Boston.
In later years Mom was active with the senior program at the East Boston Social Center where she enjoyed gathering with friends, playing bingo, going on an occasional field trip and participating in the various holiday luncheons at Spinelli’s.
Mom and Dad were both so elated the day their grandson, Anthony was born. Mom absolutely adored and loved him with all her heart, not to mention how proud she was of him. Her face would light up at the sight of him or the sound of his voice on the phone.
Throughout her life, Mom cherished and enjoyed her time spent with family and friends, sharing in so many beautiful memories with them. It was her love of family and friends, her caring and generous nature and wonderful sense of humor that were contagious. As a daughter writing this I can only say, my precious angel here on earth has left us, leaving a great emptiness. May she be at peace and at the heights of heaven with God, joyously reunited with her dear family and friends who have gone before her. God bless you and rest your soul, Mom. Until we meet again, I will carry you forever in my heart.
With all my love always, Cathy.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105-9959 or MSPCA Office of Development, 350 So. Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130-9923.
Services
*All attendees are asked to wear masks throughout the services.*
Visiting Hours
Tuesday, December 14th from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Funeral Service
Tuesday, December 14th at12:30 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett
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Richard B. Ryan
Family & friends are invited to attend a Graveside Service on Friday, December 17th at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, 185 Lake St., PEABODY at 1:30 p.m., for Richard B. Ryan, who died on Thursday, December 9th at the Blueberry Hill Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in Beverly following a brief illness, he was 67 years old.
Richard was a Revere native of Beachmont. He was educated in Revere and was alumnus of Revere High School, Class of 1972. Early on Richard knew his calling and he became a carpenter. He worked in the Carpenters Union, Local #33 for many years. He mastered his craft in carpentry and was very much a person who took pride in his work. He also worked independently for other area construction companies when work was scarce. He lived in the same home in Beachmont in which he grew up in. He enjoyed living by the beach and appreciated the beauty of the ocean and the salt air. Richard was a humble & quiet man who just went about his day to day.
He is the beloved son of the late Harold W. & Isabel M. (Dolan) Ryan. Cherished brother of Ronald B. Ryan of Chapel Hill, NC & Robert F. Ryan & wife Theresa of Peabody. Dear uncle of Rosa Ryan & her son Luke of North Carolina. He is also lovingly survived by several cousins & friends.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.
Services
Graveside Service
Friday, December 17th at 1:30 p.m. at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, 185 Lake St., Peabody
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Shirley M. (Nardella) Ferrelli
At 86 years, in Saugus, formerly of Revere on December 8th, Feast of the Immaculate Conception, following a brief but devastating illness.
Beloved wife of the late John Ferrelli, Sr. Cherished mother of Debra M. Mitrano & her husband Theodore “Teddy” of Saugus & John Ferrelli, Jr. of Everett. Proud grandmother to Alexandria A. Mitrano of Saugus & the late Anthony J. Mitrano & John Paul Ferrelli. Dear sister of Geraldine Crisafulli of New York & her late husband Charles, Amato “Marty” Nardella & his wife Peng of New York, Annmarie Nardella of Saugus & the late Carol Ann Nardella. Also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews.
Family & friends are invited to attend her funeral on Wednesday, December 15th, from the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) REVERE at 10:00 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass in Blessed Sacrament Church, 14 Summer St., SAUGUS at 11:00 a.m., followed with entombment in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Visiting Hours will be held in the funeral home on Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. Parking available in lot left of the funeral home.
All attendees are asked to wear masks while in the funeral home and at church.
Shirley was a Eucharistic Minister for St. Mary’s Parish of Revere & Blessed Sacrament Parish of Saugus.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959.
Services
*All attendees are asked to wear masks throughout the services.*
Visiting Hours
Tuesday, December 14th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Wednesday, December 15th at 11:00 a.m. in Blessed Sacrament Church, Saugus
Entombment
Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden (Community Mausoleum)
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Irene A. (LaRocca) Rizzo
Family & friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service on Saturday, December 11th at the First Congregational Church of Revere, 230 Beach St., REVERE at 10:00 a.m., for Irene A. (LaRocca) Rizzo, who died on Tuesday, December 7th at the North Shore Medical Center in Salem, following a lengthy illness, she was 76 years old. Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. The family requests that all attendees wear masks throughout the services.
Irene was born in Boston and was a lifelong resident of East Boston. She was educated in Boston Public Schools and was an alumna of East Boston High School, Class of 1963. Irene was married to her husband Ronald Rizzo, and together they raised their two daughters, while they remained in East Boston. Irene began a career as a “Meter Maid” for the City of Boston’s Parking Enforcement Division, later becoming a Senior Supervisor. Her career spanned 29 years. During her time working for the city, Irene made many friendships along the way. Irene loved her family unconditionally. Her family was her greatest joy in her life, and she was a very proud East Bostonian. She was also a long time & faithful member of the First Congregational Church of Revere.
She is the beloved wife of 47 years to the late Ronald J. Rizzo. Loving mother of Melissa A. Jones & Kenneth of Peabody & Christine J. Palladino & husband Rocky of Dracut. Cherished & proud grandmother of Micaiah H. Jones, Alanna I. Palladino, Nathan A. Palladino, Keenan R. Jones, Alexa T. Palladino, & Caleb R. Jones, all living at home. Dear sister of Nancy Melchionda & husband Alfred of Amesbury, Deborah L. Kalligheri & her late husband Armand of West Peabody & the late John G. LaRocca & his surviving wife Marilyn of Chelmsford. She is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Food Pantry at the First Congregational Church of Revere, 230 Beach St., Revere, MA 02151.
Services
Funeral Service
Saturday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m. in the First Congregational Church of Revere, 230 Beach St., Revere
Interment
Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden
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Lena R. “Lee” (Aldorisio) Bailey
Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend Visiting Hours on Wednesday, December 8th from 10:00 a.m. thru 12:00 p.m. (Noon) in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) REVERE for Lena R. “Lee” (Aldorisio) Bailey, who passed following a lengthy illness at Woodhaven of Tewksbury on Saturday, December 4th. Her Funeral Service will be conducted in the Funeral Home, following the visitation, at 12:15 p.m., and immediately followed with interment at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Parking available left of the funeral home.
Mrs. Bailey was born and raised in Revere and attended Revere Schools. She lived in Revere until 1962, when the family moved to Tewksbury, where she remained until her passing. She was a longtime member of the Immaculate Conception Parish Community.
She was the beloved wife of the late Francis J. Bailey, VI, who passed in April of 1984. She is the cherished mother of Beverly A. Daigle of Revere, Patricia L. Bailey of Coral Gables, FL & the late Carolyn Joyce Bailey. Lee is also the proud grandmother of many grandchildren, many more great grandchildren & 4 great-great grandchildren. On this coming May 2nd, 2022, Lee would have observed her 100th birthday. She is the devoted sister of Donald Aldo & his wife Rose of Malden & the late Angelina Aldorisio, Joseph Aldorisio, Vincent A. Aldorisio, Louise Butare, Edward Aldorisio, Eleanor Hart, Robert Aldorisio, Harold “Harry” Aldo & Josephine Turpin. Many nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews also survive her.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105-9959.
Services
Visiting Hours
Wednesday, December 8th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Funeral Service
Wednesday, December 8th at 12:15 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett
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Elisa P. (Ferrara) Guazzerotti
Funeral Services & Interment were held privately for Elisa P. (Ferrara) Guazzerotti who died surrounded by her loving family at her home in Revere on Saturday, November 27th following a long illness, she was 90 years old.
Elisa was born in Foggia, Italy to Guiseppe & Giovanna (Giordano) Ferrara. She grew up in Italy and was educated there as well. She journeyed to the United States in 1955. She was married to her husband Fred Guazzerotti in 1957. The couple settled in East Boston then Revere where she was a loving & proud homemaker & mother. Family was paramount to Elisa, and she did everything to ensure that her family had everything they needed. She will be remembered for her witty humor and loving kindness. She is the beloved wife of 64 years to Fred A. Guazzerotti of Revere. The loving mother of Julia Morico of Revere, Fred Guazzerotti & wife Holly of Mooresville, NC., & Patricia Catanzaro & her partner Mohamad Kabbara of Saugus. The cherished grandmother of Christina Strong & husband Jonathan of Danvers, Angela Otolo & husband Robert of Danvers, Anthony Morico of Revere, Jordan Catanzaro of Revere, Joshua Catanzaro of Las Vegas, NM., Andrew Guazzerotti of Huntsville, Al., & Anna Guazzerotti of Mooresville, NC. She is the great grandmother of Sophia, Jonathan “J.J.”, Jayce, Stella, Camden, & Liam. She is the dear sister of the late Dante Ferrara. Also lovingly survived by several nieces, nephews and friends.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF New England Chapter 60 Walnut St. Wellesley Hills, MA 02481.
Funeral Services were Private
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Janice A. “Jan” (Murphy) Spracklin
A Funeral Mass was celebrated on Wednesday, December 1st in Blessed Mother of the Morning Star Parish – St. Mary’s Church, Revere for Janice A. “Jan” (Murphy) Spracklin, who died in the loving presence of her family & her God on Friday, November 26th at her home in Revere, following a long illness with breast cancer, she was 74 years old.
Jan was born in Boston and was raised & educated in East Boston. She was an alumna of East Boston High School, Class of 1965. Jan was married to her love, Norman G. Spracklin on November 19, 1969. After they were married, they settled in Chelsea before moving to Revere in 1973. Together they raised their children and Jan was a very dedicated mother & wife, first & foremost. One of Jan’s proudest accomplishments was when she owned & operated “Jan’s Country Kitchen”. She operated the restaurant for about 10 years. She served delicious food and it was her witty personality that people fell in love with. She treated all of her customers as if they were her family, which in some cases, they became part of her extended family. Jan was always a kind & loving person who always found time to help a friend in need.
She is the devoted & beloved wife of 52 years to Norman G. Spracklin of Revere. Loving mother of Lisa A. Spracklin & Eric C. Spracklin, both of Revere. Cherished grandmother of Courtney T. Spracklin of Burlington. She is the dear sister of Elaine Westmoreland of Saugus, Marilyn Jones of Revere, Phyllis Deleidi & her husband Raymond of Chelsea. She is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, and cousins.
Remembrances may be made to Susan G. Komen Global Headquarters, P.O. Box 801889, MA 300, Dallas, TX 75380.
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Dennis V. Nicotera
Family & friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours on Wednesday, December 1st from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) Revere, for Dennis V. Nicotera, who died unexpectedly at his home in Lynn, on Tuesday November 23rd, he was 71 years old. A funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Thursday, December 2nd at 9:00 a.m., followed by a Funeral Service in the funeral home at 10:00 a.m., immediately followed with interment in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.
Dennis V Nicotera, 71, of Lynn, MA, passed away on Tuesday, 23 November 2021. He was born to parents Orlando A. Nicotera & Doris M. (Maggioli) Nicotera on October 24, 1950. Loving father of Michael D. Nicotera & wife Nicole of Oceanside, NY. Brother of Diane and husband Dennis Cohane of Revere, the late Patricia M. Nicotera. Uncle to Brandon, Courtney, Justin, and wife Nicole Cohane. Dennis married, Mary Zammit, in 1983, and although the union was not permanent, they made a strong co-parenting team for their exceptional son. Dennis is survived by many cousins, family, and friends.
Dennis was raised and educated in Revere. Worked many years as street sweeper in greater Boston area before retiring. He held many other positions including, working for MA Drug & Alcohol Recovery Outreach Program, car salesman, and cement truck driver.
Dennis is best described as a charismatic, free spirited, funny, and loving person. Known by many for his sense of humor and great story telling. Dennis had a deep love & appreciation for the ocean. He would romanticize about owning a boat & being able to go anywhere he wanted often spending his time watching boats coming and going.
In lieu of flowers, Remembrances may be made Health Innovations Healthy Streets Outreach Program, 100 Willow Street, 2nd Floor, Lynn, MA 01901.
Services
Visiting Hours
Wednesday, December 1st, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Funeral Service
Thursday, December 2nd at 10:00 a.m. in the Funeral Home
Interment
Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden
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Lucy M. (Grande) DelMuto
At 92 years, a lifelong East Boston resident, following a brief illness, on Nov. 22nd, in the presence of her God & her devoted family. Wife of the late Alfred R. DelMuto. Cherished mother of Doreen P. Miele & husband Atty. John S. Miele of Medford, Sandra L. “Sandy” Osterweil & her husband Alan of Saugus, Alfred “Freddie” DeIMuto & his wife Sharon & Frank DelMuto & his wife Maria, all of East Boston. Proud grandmother to John S. Miele, Jr. & his wife Stacia, Rebecca M. Anoli & her husband Michael & Lara N. Miele, all of Andover, Danielle E. Osterweil & her fiancée Steven E. Fortey of Saugus, Alfred DelMuto, III & wife Ana of East Boston, Justin M. DelMuto & his late wife Melissa of Saugus, Dimitri J. DelMuto & his fiancée, Mirjana, Kristen E. DelMuto & her husband Daniel Gillespi-O’Neill, all of East Boston, Jacqueline M. Murray & her husband Michael of Annanadale, VA. She is the dear sister of Mary Guarnieri of Winchester & the late Ernest & Gaetano Grande & Carmella Gizzi. Also lovingly survived by 10 adored great-grandchildren; John, III, Sophia, Michael, Annabella, Mason, Alfred J. “A.J.”, Jacob, Avery, Alana & Reese. Many faithful nieces, nephews, grandnephews & grandnieces also survive Lucy.
Family & friends are invited to attend the funeral on Saturday, Nov. 27th from the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) REVERE at 10:00 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass in Sacred Heart Church, 45 Brooks St., EAST BOSTON at 11:00 a.m. & immediately followed with interment at Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Visiting Hours are Friday in the funeral home from 4-7 p.m. Parking available left of the funeral home.
Lucy worked for over 27 years in the Boston Public School System as a Secretary. Activist for many social & environmental causes, she was most active in the Chelsea Creek Action Group.
Remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105-9959.
Services
Visiting Hours
Friday, November 26th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Saturday, November 27th at 11:00 a.m. in Sacred Heart Church, 45 Brooks St., East Boston
Interment
Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden
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Russell E. Vitale
Retired Revere Firefighter, at 84 years, in Revere, unexpectedly, on November 18th.
Beloved son of the late Henry L. Vitale, Sr. & Louise M. (Zolla) Vitale. Devoted companion to Beverly A. Rogers of Revere for nearly 50 years. Cherished brother to Annette M. Thompson & husband Bernard of Cape Coral, FL, Elaine L. Bougiouris & husband Kyriacos E. “Koulis” of Revere & the late Henry F. Vitale & his late wife Concetta “Connie” & the late Reynold A. Vitale. Also lovingly survived by Roxanne Tahmosh & husband Raymond of Reading & Brian Tahmosh & wife Lesley Conroy of Washington, D.C. Russell also leaves many caring nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews.
Family & friends are invited to attend the funeral on Wednesday, November 24th from the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) REVERE at 11:00 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St., REVERE at 12 Noon., immediately followed with interment in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Visiting hours are Tuesday, Nov. 23rd from 4-8 p.m. in the funeral home. Parking available left of the funeral home. Most importantly, masks must be worn in the funeral home & at the church.
Late member of the Revere Soccorso Club. Russell prematurely retired from the Revere Fire Department as a result of a major accident after 21 years of service.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Children, 51 Blossom St., Boston, MA 02114.