Stephen A. Statuto
Family & friends are invited to attend a Memorial Funeral Mass on Tuesday, October 19th at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) in the Immaculate Conception Church (Corner of Beach St. & Winthrop Ave.) REVERE for Stephen A. Statuto, who died on Friday September 3rd at the Dr. P. Philips Hospital in Orlando, Florida, following a brief illness, he was 78 years old. Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.
Stephen was born & raised in Revere. He was an alumnus of Boston College High School, Class of 1961. Stephen went onto earn his bachelor’s degree in Business & Finance at Boston College. Stephen pursued to earn his MBA at the Amos Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth University. Stephen was highly educated & highly motivated and that made him successful in all of his endeavors. After a short time, teaching at Boston College, he began working at Millipore Corporation for several years before he took a position at Arthur D. Little in Cambridge. While working there, Stephen lived in Saudi Arabia for 2 years and traveled to many other countries on business. In 1997, Stephen decided to settle in Orlando, Florida, where he became the CFO at Universal Engineering Sciences, until his retirement, in 2017. Along the way, Stephen made many wonderful friends that lasted a lifetime. He loved playing the piano & organ, often while he was hosting one of his many inner parties. He was an extraordinary cook and he always made people feel special in his company.
He is the beloved son of the late Aurelio & Elizabeth (DeRosa) Statuto. Loving brother of Anthony “Tony” Statuto & wife Grace D. of Danvers. Cherished uncle of Anthony J. Statuto & wife Christine of Royalston, MA & Lauren E. Gleason of Ashburnham, MA. Adored granduncle of Timothy J. Bailey of Sebring, FL & Christopher T. Bailey & wife Christie of Fitchburg, MA. Stephen is also loving survived by many cousins & all of his many wonderful & loving friends & extended family in and around the Orlando, Florida area.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to The Home for Little Wanderer’s, 10 Guest St., Boston, MA 02135.
Services
Memorial Funeral Mass
Tuesday, October 19th at 12:00 p.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, Revere
Interment
Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden
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Salvatrice “Sally” Pace
Family & friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours on Thursday, October 14th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) REVERE for Salvatrice “Sally” Pace, a resident of Revere, who passed away on Sunday, October 10th 2021, surrounded by her loving family. Her Funeral will be conducted from the Funeral Home on Friday, October 15th 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., immediately followed with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Sally was born in Pietraperzia Italy on June 11th 1936 and moved to The United States in 1955. Sally retired after many years of employment at The Grover Manor Hospital and Viking Seafood in 2001. Sally was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Her sense of humor and larger than life personality is something that will resonate with all who had the pleasure to knowing her. Sally spent her time in her yard, at the gym, and in the kitchen with family and friends. Her presence will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her.
Loving wife of 36 years to the late Biagio Pace. Devoted mother of Vincent J. Pace of Revere and Richard S. Pace and his wife Terry of Martinez, GA. Cherished grandmother of Kayla Pace, Daniele Pace, Karly Pace, Maggie Pace and Kelsie Pace. Adored great grandmother of Erin and Merideth. Dear sister of Rocca Cilano of Revere, Maria Morello of Peabody, Nancy Penta of Revere and the late Biagio Pace.
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, October 14th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Funeral Mass
Friday, October 15th at 11:00 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett
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Aryanna K. Merdani
Family & friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours on Thursday, October 14th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rt.107) Revere for Aryanna K. Merdani, who died at the Massachusetts General Hospital on October 7th following a tragic Accident, she was 23 years old. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Aryanna was born on May 17th 1998 in Boston. She was raised in Revere and attended Revere public Schools. Aryanna was beautiful, sweet & loving young woman. She had a smile that would brighten any room she entered, and you could feel the warmth & goodness of her heart. Aryanna was a lifeguard at several local & area swimming pools for several years. She was very artistic in many facets. She could draw anything. She was very much into fashion and how she dressed. She loved to have her hair & fingernails done, as well as accessorizing her outfits. She was always looked on point. Aryanna loved being with family, especially for the holidays. She especially loved being a big sister to her little sisters. Aryanna was a very spiritual person and loved to meditate & practice Yoga.
She is the loving & treasured daughter of Berlina “Nina” Merdani of Somerville. Adored sister of Briella & Emma. Cherished granddaughter of Shresa Merdani of Revere & Genc Merdani of Chelsea. Proud niece Erjola Merdani & Armand Merdani, both of Revere. She is also lovingly survived by many cousins.
Services
Visiting Hours
Thursday, October 14th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett
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Ronald R. Marciello
Family & friends are invited to attend a Visitation on Tuesday, October 12th in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) REVERE from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., for Ronald R. Marciello, who passed away on October 6th, following a brief illness, he was 79 years of age. A Graveside Service will be held in Woodlawn Cemetery, 302 Elm St., EVERETT at 12:00 p.m.
Born in Boston, he attended local schools and was a graduate of Boston Latin High School. He soon enlisted in the U.S. Army and served honorably during the Vietnam Era. Ronald then joined the workforce and worked of over 30 years in Finance & Loss Prevention at Filene’s in Boston, retiring in 1997. He and his wife of 25 years, Sandra, resided in Revere for many years until moving to Peabody in 2014. Ronald was a longtime member and administrator of the Revere Moose Lodge #1272.
He is the beloved husband of 25 years Sandra L. (McComiskey) Marciello. Ronnie was the very proud surrogate “Dad” to Darlene Dawson & her husband Stephen of Londonderry, NH, Kristine L. Brescia & her husband Scott of Everett & Heather E. Norman & her husband Steven of Redwood City, CA. Dear brother of Doreen DeAngelo of Revere & the late Gregory J. Marciello & his surviving wife, Donna M. Marciello of FL, formerly of Revere. Cherished “Papa” to Connor & Sean Dawson, both of Londonderry, NH, Dillon Brescia of Everett & “Sam” Alexander Norman of Redwoood City, CA. Devoted uncle to many nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews.
Services
Visitation
Tuesday, October 12th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Graveside Service
Tuesday, October 12th at 12:00 p.m. in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett
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Theresa L. “Terry” D’Amore
Family & friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours on Wednesday, October 13th in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) REVERE from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., for Theresa L. D’Amore, who died on Saturday October 2nd at her home in Temecula, CA following a brave and courageous battle with cancer, she was 72 years old. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Immaculate Conception Church (Corner of Beach St. & Winthrop Ave.) REVERE at 12:00 p.m., followed by interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. For the safety of all visitors, please wear a face mask while attending the services.
Terry was born & raised in Revere, and worked in Chelsea and Malden the majority of her adult life. Later she moved to Temecula, CA to carry on her honored profession of school teacher, where she married Paul Cheffi, her soul mate for 42 years. Terry taught for 20 years in Chelsea and Malden, and an additional 10 years in Temecula, CA before retiring and settling down in Temecula, where she loved the weather and location and various forms of entertainment. Terry was a graduate of Immaculate Conception High School in Revere, and of Suffolk University where she earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees. She was fiercely devoted to her family and husband, made enormous time and was immensely generous to all her nieces and nephews and all her family, and made everyone around her happy and feel special. Always genuinely curious about everyone’s comings and goings. Full of energy , passion and a little adventurous, Terry was game for almost anything and resolute in her beliefs. Terry’s passion for life left a wake of friends and devoted colleagues who would do anything for her, and her for them. Later in life Terry become a great cook and met even more devoted friends in her post-retirement passions.
Beloved wife of 42 years to Paul Cheffi. Devoted daughter of Marie Louise D’Amore and the late I. Andrew D’Amore. Loving sister of Cheryl Scheeler and Husband Bob Scheeler, David D’Amore, Paul D’Amore and wife Deborah Brown and brother Andrew S. D’Amore and wife Patrice M. Grant. Adored and beloved Aunt of Chelsea Scheeler, Christopher D’Amore, Jennifer Broderick, Amanda Piechocki, Joey D’Amore, Danielle D’Amore and Andrew D. D’Amore. Terry is survived by numerous loving cousins, extended family and loving friends both in Temecula, CA and Revere, MA, as well as grandnieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959.
Services
**For the safety of all visitors, please wear a face mask while attending the services.**
Visiting Hours
Wednesday, October 13th from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Funeral Mass
Wednesday, October 13th at 12:00 p.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett
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Lorraine A. (Lauretano) Sarno
Family & friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass on Thursday, October 7TH at 10:00 a.m. in at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St., REVERE for Lorraine A. (Lauretano) Sarno, who died on Friday, October 1st at Massachusetts General hospital in Boston following a lengthy illness, she 4 days shy of her 89th birthday. Lorraine will be laid to rest with her late husband Henry C. Sarno, Jr. at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne, MA following the Funeral Mass.
Lorraine was born & raised in Boston’s North End and was an alumna of the Julie Billiart School, Class of 1951. Lorraine married her husband, Henry “Hank” Sarno on June 12, 1955. The couple remained in the North End, where they began their life together and raised their family. They lived in East Boston, until 1990, when they settled in Revere. Lorraine worked for over 25 years at the CNA Insurance Company, as a word processor. She retired to help raise her grandchildren, which she loved to do. Lorraine was a fabulous cook & baker. Her love for her family was demonstrated every day because they are what mattered the most to her.
She is the beloved wife of 64 years to the late Henry C. “Hank “Sarno, Jr. Loving mother of Lydia A. Paoletta & her husband Anthony of Revere, Joanie Sinclair of Wakefield &Lorraine S. Sarno of Revere. Cherished grandmother of Kristopher J. Sarno of Revere, Bianca A. Paoletta of Revere, Desiree S. Sinclair of Lynnfield & the late William J. Sinclair, IV. Great grandmother of Billy & the late Arianna Olivia. Dear sister of Lillian Natola & Arthur Lauretano & his wife Mary Anne, all of Medford and the late Mary Capraro, Vincenza Cincotti, Olga Rugnetta & Alfonso Lauretano. She is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Arianna’s Army, Webster First Credit Union, 509 Main St., Saugus, MA 01906.
Services
Funeral Mass
Thursday, October 7th at 10:00 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere
Interment
Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne
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Anthony R. Penzabene
A private Graveside Service was held in Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett, for Anthony R. Penzabene, who died on Friday, October 1st at the Lighthouse Nursing Care Center in Revere following a long illness.
Anthony was born & raised in East Boston, he was an alumnus of East Boston High School, Class of 1958. All of Anthony’s working career was spent as a Machinist. He lived in Waltham for over 20 years, later moving to Revere, residing on Revere Beach at the Seaview Towers, where he has been for the past 30 + years. Anthony was a proud bachelor. He loved to dance. He was a jack of all trades and was a sports enthusiast who especially loved all the local teams.
He is the beloved son of the late Frank Penzabene & Lena (Bellitti) Penzabene Loving brother of Crissa Nichinello & her husband Joseph A. of Revere & the late Anne Marie Penzabene. Cherished uncle of the late Lori Ann Nagle & grand uncle of Justin J. Gomes of Sturbridge & Korey J. Gomes of Revere.
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Eugene D. “Gene” Masella, Sr.
Family and friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) REVERE on Friday, October 1st from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., for Eugene D. “Gene” Masella, Sr., who passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on September 25, 2021 at the age of 93. A Funeral Service will be conducted in the Funeral Home at 1:45 p.m., followed with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Gene was a lifelong resident of Revere. He grew up just blocks away from Revere Beach, where he developed a love and appreciation for all the beach had to offer during its hay day. It was at that very same beach that he met the love of his life, Tudy, his wife of 76 years. As a child, he was an altar server at St. Anthony’s Church and attended grade school at the Paul Revere, but like so many of his generation, he needed to help support his family during the Great Depression. At thirteen, he began his career as a butcher with the First National Store in Winthrop, and later, a meat manager at Stop & Shop. Gene also worked as a chef at his uncle’s restaurant on Revere Beach, where he developed his passion for cooking. A few years later, he began working for his older brother, a local contractor, where he quickly learned and mastered the construction trade. He became a Master Finish Carpenter and built many homes and commercial buildings throughout the area. Gene proudly served as Scoutmaster of the Boy Scout troop in Revere. One of his proudest accomplishments was buying a plot of land on Suffolk Avenue and building a home for his young family, digging the foundation by hand. Growing up during the Great Depression gave Gene an immense sense of humility and an unparalleled work ethic that he carried with him his entire life. Gene was known for his stories, wisdom, and most of all, his legendary cooking. The love story of he and his wife Tudy and their 76 years of marriage is a true testament of love, devotion, and commitment. Gene was a family man, and family is what mattered to him the most.
He is the devoted husband of 76 years to Mary T. “Tudy” Masella of Revere. Loving father of Sheryl A. Yantosca and her husband James of Windham, NH, Domenic E. Masella and his wife Terry of Bedford, NH, and Eugene D. Masella, Jr. and daughter-in-law Phyllis of Revere. Cherished grandfather of James Yantosca and his wife Stacey of Windham, NH, Eugene D. Masella, III and his wife Lauren of Windham, NH, and Jared M. Masella and his wife Kristine of Peabody. Adored great-grandfather of Isabella, Geno, Aderli, and Ben. Beloved son of the late Giovaninna Masella and Domenico Masella. Dear brother of the late Nellie Terminello, Mario Masella, Rudy Masella, Ralph Masella, and Michael Masella. He is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.
Services
Visiting Hours
Friday, October 1st from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Funeral Service
Friday, October 1st at 1:45 p.m. in the Funeral Home
Interment
Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett
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F. Phyllis (O’Hara) McLaughlin
Family & friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours on Monday, September 27th from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rt. 107) REVERE for F. Phyllis (O’Hara) McLaughlin, who died peacefully in her home in Beachmont, she was 85 years old. A Funeral Service will be conducted in the Funeral Home at 5:15 p.m. Interment in Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody will be private. For the safety of all visitors, please wear a face mask while attending the services.
Phyllis was a lifelong Revere resident. She and her family grew up in the Point of Pines section of Revere. This meant that Revere Beach was her playground & she embraced it. She was an alumna of Revere High School, Class of 1955. Phyllis spent a brief time working as a telephone operator until she married the love of her life, Robert F. McLaughlin. Revere is where they remained, and Phyllis raised her family. She was a homemaker and mother to her children and any other kid in the neighborhood. Phyllis had an open door to all the other kids in and around the city. Phyllis was also known for all of her Beachmont Yard Sales. She always had something for the kids to eat or drink. Phyllis and her husband loved entertaining and having many parties through the years. They especially enjoyed traveling and cruising to many different ports around the world. Phyllis was a very social woman, she loved to meet new friends and acquaintances. She was a regular at the Friday Night Bingo at St. Mary’s Church and enjoyed taking trips to the casinos. Her biggest passion of all was her family, sharing and making memories, and undoubtedly her greatest love of all, were her grandchildren. She was so proud of each of them and their personal accomplishments.
She is the devoted wife of 61 years to the late Robert F. McLaughlin. Loving mother of John R. McLaughlin and wife Danae of Stoneham, Scott A. McLaughlin and wife Katherine of Melrose, Stephen M. McLaughlin and companion Becky Tamburino of North Billerica and the late Robert McLaughlin. Treasured & proud grandmother of Ryan McLaughlin and wife Katie of North Providence, RI, Kaci L. McLaughlin of Seattle, WA & Christen M. McLaughlin & fiancé Andrew Legget of Danvers. Dear sister of the late Marjorie E. Robertson & husband James R., Mary Racca & husband James S. “Brother”, Dorothy Minichino, Helen Botta & husband Frank, & John O’Hara. Special aunt of Karen Santilli of Revere. She is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, friends, neighbors & extended family.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Home for Little Wanderers, 10 Guest St., Boston, MA 02135.
Services
**For the safety of all visitors, please wear a face mask while attending the services.**
Visiting Hours
Monday, September 27th from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Funeral Service
Monday, September 27th at 5:15 p.m. in the Funeral Home
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Nellie (Dotolo) Grasso
Family & friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rt.107) Revere on Monday, September 27th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., for Nellie (Dotolo) Grasso who passed in the loving presence of her family at her home, she was 105 years old. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St., Revere at 12:00 p.m., followed with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Nellie lived all 105 years of her life in Revere. She was educated in Revere Schools. In 1935, she married Salvatore Grasso. The couple remained in Revere where Nellie was close to her family and raised her children. She was devoted to her family and family was the foundation of her life. Nellie was an incredible cook and baker. Many wonderful treats she made always was shared to express her gratitude to people, or simply as a beautiful gesture of kindness. Nellie was a part of “The Greatest Generation” era. She possessed an education that was taught on life’s lessons; importance of family, how to be resourceful & to contribute to society. She was creative when it came to knitting and made many blankets, sweaters, vests, hats, mittens, and many other creations for family & friends. She was a woman of grace & strength, for that she was revered and was the matriarch of her loving family.
She is the wife of 58 years to the late Salvatore E. Grasso. Loving mother of the late Geraldine M. DeSisto & Dennis R. Grasso. Cherished grandmother of Doreen Perez of Revere, Lisa A. Lowell & husband David of Raymond, NH & Carla Grasso of Portsmouth, NH. Treasured great grandmother of Richard Lowell, Steven Lowell, Christina Lowell, Joshua Perez, Elisa Perez, & Jason Perez. Adored great great grandmother of Austin, Brandon, Mason, Ally, Autumn, Reighna, Aiden, Logan, Cooper, Axton, Nellie, Lorenzo, & Emma, David and 1 great, great great grandson Ryder. Dear sister of Lorraine C. Holloway of Revere & the late Catherine R. Dotolo, Vincent, Lawrence J., Carmine, & Anthony Dotolo. She is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, devoted friends, extended family & neighbors.