Stephen Patrick Galvin
July 16, 2025
Stephen Patrick Galvin, a devoted Melrose Police Officer, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, with his beloved wife by his side. He was 51.
Born in Medford on December 22, 1973, Steve was one of three children of the late Michael T. Galvin Sr. and Paulette (Keaveny) Galvin. Raised in Melrose, he was a proud graduate of Melrose High...
Richard H. Olsen
July 10, 2025
Richard H. Olsen, a humble and devoted husband and father, passed away peacefully at his home in East Wakefield, New Hampshire, on Thursday, July 10, 2025, surrounded by his family he cherished. He was 83.
Born in Winchester on January 13, 1942, Richard was one of three children of the late Axel D. Olsen and Mary C. (Byam) Olsen. He was...
Stephen J. White
July 3, 2025
Stephen J. White, of Melrose, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025, Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. He was 75.
Born on October 28, 1949, in Woburn, Stephen was one of five children of the late James and Barbara (Foye) White, Jr. Stephen grew up in Wilmington, where he developed a love for music and adventure. A proud graduate of...
David T. Carbonneau
July 1, 2025
David Tapley Carbonneau, 63
Beloved Husband, Father, Brother, Educator
Man of Wit, Wisdom, and Kindness
David Tapley Carbonneau, 63, of Melrose passed away from glioblastoma on July 1, 2025. He spent his final days at home, surrounded by the love of friends and family, including his wife of 29 years, Kristine, daughter Madeleine, son Lucien, and future son-in-law Austin.
David was the eldest of...
Anona L. Hartman
June 24, 2025
Anona L. (Greene) Hartman, a resident of Saco, Maine and formerly of Melrose, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at The Landing at Saco Bay. She was 81.
Anona was born in Lewiston, Maine on July 25, 1943, one of four children of the late Earle W. Greene and Hildah E. (Ellis) Greene.
She grew up in Lewiston, Maine and...
Ralph Watson
June 22, 2025
Ralph L. Watson, Jr., dedicated educator, compassionate community leader, and talented craftsman, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at Concord Hospital in New Hampshire. He was 67.
Ralph was born in Cambridge on February 23, 1958, one of six children of the late Ralph L. Watson and June (Dugan) Watson. Raised in Melrose, he graduated from Melrose High School...
Linda Connell
June 19, 2025
Linda D. Connell, age 65 and resident of Stoneham, passed away peacefully at Melrose-Wakefield Hospital on Thursday, June 19, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Linda was born on July 31, 1959 in Somerville, daughter of the late Francis Joseph Connell and Phyllis Louise (Isinger) Connell.
After graduating from Melrose High School, she attended Chamberlayne School of Design and Merchandising in...
Doris A. Kelly
June 14, 2025
Doris A. (Waddington) Kelly, longtime Melrose resident, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on June 14, 2025 at Care One of Wilmington.
Doris was born on October 16, 1932, the only child of Myrtle Evans and William Waddington. She was raised in Dorchester, MA and graduated from the Jeremiah E. Burke High School in 1950.
Doris then went to work...
Beverly R. Schluntz
June 8, 2025
Beverly R. (Rouillard) Schluntz, formerly longtime resident of Melrose passed away peacefully in York, Maine on Sunday, June 8, 2025 surrounded by her loving family, at age 92.
Beverly was born on January 22, 1933 in Malden, daughter of the late Walter L. Rouillard and Clara Peterson. She was raised in Malden where she graduated from Malden High School. Growing up...
Patricia A. "Patti" LaFarge
June 3, 2025
Patricia A. LaFarge, a resident of Melrose, formerly longtime of Malden, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at the age of 63. Patti leaves behind a legacy of resilience, and unwavering love for her family.
Born in Malden on May 10, 1962, Patricia was one of five daughters and was raised in a close-knit home with strong family bonds. She was educated...
Joseph L. DeCicco
May 31, 2025
Joseph Lawrence DeCicco, a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather and great-grandfather, and a cherished friend to many, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Joseph lived a long and meaningful life guided by faith, hard work, and deep devotion to his loved ones. He had a successful career as an engineer at Raytheon Missile Systems and...
Eileen O. DeGregorio
May 30, 2025
Eileen O. DeGregorio, of Wakefield, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, May 30, 2025. She was 38.
Eileen loved life! She loved her family, especially her sister Anna Joy. She loved her many Aunts,Uncles and cousins. She cherished her friends and their families as well. She particularly loved being a Godmother. She secretly had named herself “Fairy Godmother”...
Jose D. Salvador
May 27, 2025
Jose Domingo Salvador was born on April 8, 1941, and his birthplace was in the rural area of Benavides, San Alejo, department of La Union El Salvador.
Jose physically departed this life on May 27, 2025, at 10:40am in Sancta Maria Nursing Facility located in Cambridge, MA.
In El Salvador, he joined the armed forces at young age, and he spent many...
Kenneth M. Werner
May 26, 2025
Kenneth M. Werner, resident of Saugus, passed away peacefully at EN Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital in Bedford. He was 96
Born in Boston on July 13, 1928, Ken was the son of William and Margaret (Mitchell) Werner. He grew up in Everett, where he graduated from Everett High School in 1945. After high school, he proudly served his country in the...
Barbara K. Bayliss
May 25, 2025
Barbara Karbaum Bayliss died on Sunday, May 25, 2025 in Cambridge, MA, at the age of 96 from complications of Alzheimer’s Disease.
Barbara is survived by her daughters Elizabeth (Simon Hambidge), Martha (Edward Gildea), and Sarah (Michael Sand); grandchildren Timothy and Peter Hambidge, Benjamin (Cameron) and Samuel Porter, and Oliver and Charlotte Sand; and great granddaughter Langford Porter. Her husband of...
Mary M. DiCarlo
May 20, 2025
Mary M. (Allenshepski) DiCarlo, a woman whose life was defined by selflessness, humor, and boundless love, passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at the age of 58, following a courageous yearlong battle with cancer.
Born on November 4, 1966, in North Charleston, South Carolina, Mary was the only daughter among four children of the late John and...
Jessica B. Scalley
May 19, 2025
Mary Jessica Brennan Scalley of Wakefield, MA, and formerly New Castle, NH, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on May 19, 2025. Known by family and friends as Jess, she was 78.
Jess was born in Boston, Massachusetts, to Ruth (Chisholm) and John Brennan, spending her early years in Somerville before moving to Wakefield as a child. She attended...
Brian W. Quinlan
May 17, 2025
Brian W. Quinlan, of Melrose, passed away peacefully in his sleep, Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the age of 48.
Born on February 12, 1977, in Winchester, Brian grew up in Melrose, where he was both a beloved son and a cherished friend. He graduated from Melrose High School in 1995, leaving behind a legacy that will be remembered fondly by...
Henry S. Bagley
May 16, 2025
Henry S Bagley, beloved husband of Maura (Flynn) entered into eternal rest on May 16th 2025. Henry was born in Cambridge, MA in 1932 and was the son of Henry and Frances (MacDonald) Bagley. He will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.
He was predeceased by his sister Rita Schwartz and sister-in-law Margaret Flynn. He is survived...
Stuart B. Scovelle
May 15, 2025
Stuart B. Scovelle, life long Melrose resident, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at his home. He was 82.
Born on April 6, 1943, in Melrose, he was one of three children of the late Lawrence and Constance (Willey) Scovelle. Stuart grew up surrounded by the warmth of his hometown, leaving an indelible mark on...