Obituaries

January 24, 2024

Angelo J. Morello, a longtime resident of Melrose, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2024, at Phillips Manor Nursing Home in Lynn, at age 95.

Angelo was born on January 17, 1929, to Lena J. Morello (Comella) and John G. Morello. He was raised in Everett, MA, along with his sister, Anne. After high school, Angelo joined...

January 16, 2024

Robert Angelo Russo, 92 of Melrose Massachusetts, passed away peacefully in Melrose, MA on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

Born in Medford, MA on September 15, 1931, he was the son of the late Angelo Russo Jr. and the late Lena (Volpe) Russo.  Robert grew up in Malden, MA and graduated from Tilton Preparatory School in Tilton, New...

January 15, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Yvonne Sannicandro, who left us on January 15, 2024, at the age of 83.

Throughout her life, she exemplified kindness, compassion, and selflessness. She dedicated her life to her family, especially to her nieces and nephews, treating each one with the love and care...

January 13, 2024

Evelyn F. (Martin) DiNitto, resident of Melrose, passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at Lahey Hospital in Burlington.  She was 83.

Born in Lowell on January 24, 1940, Evelyn was one of six children of the late Daniel and Ruth (Riddock) Martin.  She was raised in Somerville and graduated from Somerville High School.

She...

January 11, 2024

Judy A. Lunzer, of Stoneham, formerly of Beverly, passed away peacefully at the Life Care Center of Stoneham on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at age 68.

She was born in Lynn on July 22, 1955, daughter of the late Alexander and Florence (Jackson) LeClair. Raised and educated in Danvers, she graduated from Danvers High School, and settled...

January 11, 2024

Frederick H. Humphreys, a beloved member of the Melrose community, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Sawtelle Hospice House in Reading, at the age of 89.

Born on April 15, 1934, in Malden, one of three children of the late Ormand H. and Mildred Esthelle (Olsen) Humphreys, Fred leaves behind a legacy of kindness,...

January 3, 2024

William J. O’Neill, longtime resident of Melrose, passed away peacefully at the Grand Rehab & Nursing Center in Valatie, NY on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at age 84.

Bill was born in Somerville on February 3, 1939, one of two sons of the late James J. O’Neill and Anna E. (Mullowney) O’Neill. Raised in Somerville, Bill attended...

December 16, 2023

Beverly (MacPherson) Mahoney, longtime Melrose resident, peacefully passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at Wakefield Center at the age of 84. Beverly was born on February 25, 1939, in Melrose, MA, to the late Earl C. and Margaret A. (Smith) MacPherson.  She grew up in Melrose and attended Melrose High School.

Beverly devoted her life to...

December 10, 2023

Paul L. Sieswerda, a resident of Staten Island, NY and Stoneham, MA passed away peacefully with his sons by his side on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at the Kaplan Family Hospice House, at age 81.

Paul was born in Winchester on March 6, 1942, one of four children of the late John K. Sieswerda and Nellie (Foley)...

December 7, 2023

Jeffrey R. Mullin, resident of Wakefield, MA, passed away tragically on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at Tufts Medical Center in Boston following a cardiac event. He was only 44.

Jeff was born in Methuen on September 30, 1979, and raised in Derry, New Hampshire. He graduated from Pinkterton Academy, and Plymouth State University where he played basketball....

December 3, 2023

Patricia I. McCarthy, a resident of Melrose, passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2023, surrounded by her family. Born on February 24, 1939, in Lynn, she was one of nine children of the late James and Rosalie (Demers) Ryan.  Patricia led a life marked by strength, honesty, and a genuine love for those around her.

Growing up,...

December 2, 2023

Mrs. Joanne D. (Anderson) Johnson, a lifelong resident of Melrose, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at age 89.

Joanne was born on July 26, 1934 in Chelsea, one of three children of the late Arthur Anderson and Dorothy (Cutting) Anderson. Raised in Melrose, Joanne graduated from Melrose High School, Class of...

December 2, 2023

Michael T. Galvin, a cherished father, beloved friend, and active member of the community, passed away on December 2, 2023, in Concord, NH, at the age of 78. He was born in Medford on August 6, 1945, one of four children of the late Michael and Mary (McAveeney) Galvin and spent his formative years in Somerville, before moving to...

November 28, 2023

John F. Mansolilli, resident of Stoneham and formerly of Melrose, peacefully passed away on November 28, 2023, at his residence at the age of 75.  John leaves behind a legacy defined by his vibrant spirit, resilience, and a life well-lived.

John was born in Chelsea on February 10, 1948, one of seven children of the late Constantino...

November 28, 2023

Judith A. Anderson, a beloved wife, cherished step-mother, and dedicated friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at the age of 80. She was born on October 10, 1943, in Winchester, Massachusetts to the late Arthur H. and Anna M. (Treacy) Anderson.

Growing up in nearby Wakefield, Judy graduated from Wakefield High School, where she...

November 25, 2023

James (Jim) H. Brennan, a longtime resident of Melrose, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at Melrose-Wakefield Hospital at the age of 80.

Jim was born in Brighton on September 1, 1943, the youngest of three children of the late Hubert and Julia (Lennon) Brennan. He was a graduate of...

November 17, 2023

Nancy R. (Crofts) Hayes, a longtime resident of Melrose, passed away peacefully at the McClure-Miller Respite House in Colchester, VT, on Friday, November 17, 2023, at age 80.

Nancy was born in Beverly, MA on January 23, 1943, the eldest (by six minutes) of four children of the late Clyde H. and Margaret S. (Wilkins) Crofts. She...

November 16, 2023

Rose-Marie Giangregorio, of Melrose, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully at the age of 82 on November 16, 2023. Born in Malden, Massachusetts, Rose-Marie spent her early years in the vibrant community of Chelsea before making Melrose, MA, her cherished home for 45 years.

Rose-Marie's journey through life was marked by love, compassion,...

November 11, 2023

Patricia M. (DiTillio) Garron, of Windham, NH and formerly of Malden and Medford, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at age 86.

Born on August 23, 1937, she was one of three children of the late Antonio and Mary (Palermo) DiTillio. She was raised in Revere where she...

November 10, 2023

Lauren Patalak of Melrose passed into eternal life on Nov. 10, 2023, at the age of 52. She was the beloved wife of Mary Jane Donohue for 14 years and devoted mother of Lilly Grace “Axle" Donohue Patalak.

Lauren was born in Bridgeport, CT and raised in Trumbull, CT. She graduated from Trumbull High School in 1988,...