All Obituaries

Goddard, Mary A. (Raffo), of Malden formerly, of East Boston and Chelsea, passed away on September 16, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Goddard who passed away on July 6, 2022. Devoted and loving mother of Joseph Goddard and partner Nicole O'Leary and Tracey Goddard. Adored grandmother of Brittany Grimmer, Joshua Horgan, and Ashelley O'Leary. Also survived by her loving cousins. Family and friends will honor Mary's life by gathering at the Ruggiero Family Memorial Home...

Jorge H. Dinis, 64, of Peabody, passed away Saturday evening at the Beth Israel Medical Center in Boston following a lengthy illness. He was the beloved husband of Maria G. (Rodrigues) Dinis, with whom he shared 44 years of marriage. Jorge was born on January 15, 1958, in Serreta, Terceira, son of the late Diamantino and Irene (Borges) Diniz. He was raised and educated there before making his home in the United States.      He had worked as a maintenance technician at...

Salvatore G. Calvino 88, of West Peabody, Massachusetts, formerly of East Boston, Winthrop, and West Palm Beach, FL. passed away peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his loving family on Sunday August 28, 2022.   Salvatore was the devoted loving husband of the late Carmella R. Calvino (Correale) with whom he shared 64 years of marriage.   Salvatore was born and raised in East Boston, MA. He was the son of the late Gaetano Calvino and Lucia (Salvaggio) Calvino...

Richard "Dick" Gelotti, of Peabody, formerly of Reading, passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, August 5, 2022 at 88 years of age.  He was the beloved husband of the late Nancy (Buck) Gelotti. Devoted father of Cheryl Carroll and husband John of Sarasota, FL; Sharon Leuzzi and husband Paul of Andover; Rick Gelotti and wife Carole of Nashua; Deborah Osgood of Amesbury, and Linda Rousseau of Haverhill.  Dear brother of Shirley Brown and the late Ruth...

Rosa F. Terry passed away peacefully on July 21,2022 surrounded by her family following a brief illness. Born in Santa Maria Acores she immigrated to the United States in 1969 and settled in Cambridge Ma. Rosa moved to Columbus Georgia with her late husband Kert Terry. She is survived by her 3 children Messias Dias and wife Bernadette Dias, Nelson Dias and wife Sonia Dias, Agostinho Dias and fiancé Donna Bielewa. Grandkids Kelsey and Madison Dias, Angelina and Austin Dias, Zachary...

Barbara Roderick, 70 of Peabody, MA passed away peacefully and surrounded by her family on July 16, 2022 following a courageous battle with cancer. Barbara was born in Lynn and grew up in Peabody, where she also later resided to settle with her family and raise her children. Barb had a very loud and contagious laugh unlike one you have ever heard.  Anytime you entered a room and you could hear her laugh and know you would be greeted with her smiling face. Barb had many passions in...

Pittella (Esposito), Frances M. of Peabody, formerly of East Boston, passed away on July, 9, 2022. Beloved wife of Armando Pittella.  Devoted mother of Joseph Pittella and wife Carmen of Methuen, Donna Ebba and husband Ralph of Peabody, formerly East Boston. Dear sister of Frank Esposito of East Boston, Anthony Esposito of Chelsea, William Esposito Jr., and Lillian Shialdone.  Loving grandmother of Kristina Dahbour and Andrea Pittella. Cherished great grandmother of Chase...

Goddard, Joseph W., of Malden, formerly of Cambridge, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at 75 years of age. Beloved husband of 48 years to Mary (Raffo) Goddard. Devoted father of Joseph Goddard and partner Nicole O'Leary, and Tracey Goddard. Dear brother of Millie, Claire, and John Goddard, and Elizabeth Milon. Cherished grandfather of Brittany Grimmer, Joshua Horgan, and Ashelley O'Leary. Also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews. Family and...

Melito (Palermo), Annmarie V., of Danvers, formerly of East Boston. Beloved wife of 56 years Frank Melito. Devoted mother of Lisa Mustacchio and husband Nicholas "Nicky" of Danvers, and Frank and wife Christine of West Medford. Loving daughter of the late Ignazio "Eddie" Palermo and wife Carmella (Testa) Palermo. Devoted nana of Little Frankie, Kelsi, Jillian, Anthony, Nicholas Jr., and Meghan. Also survived by her many loving nieces, nephews, and two special...

Sutcliffe, Dr. Brian Robert, 75, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 1st after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born and raised in Lawrence, Massachusetts. After graduating from Lawrence High School, he earned his Bachelor's, Master and Doctorate from the University of Massachusetts. He began his teaching career at Keith Academy and then taught for many years at Saint John’s Preparatory School in Danvers, MA, where he earned the respect and love of hundreds of students....

Trako (Joxhe), Antigoni, of Peabody, formerly of Sinica Korca, Albania, passed away on June 26, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Kristaq Trako.  Beloved mother of Tomi Trako and wife Sonja, Donika Tite and husband Themistokli. Loving grandmother of Denis, Kristofer and Jena.  In accordance with the families wishes, all services are private. 

On June 19, 2022 at the age of 49. Francine Renée Cormier was called home without warning. Francine was born to Patricia H. (Cogey) (Cormier) Lacorte and Ronald H. Cormier on September 13, 1972 in Danvers MA. She was the stepdaughter of the late Michael Lacorte, and Jacqueline Marin, sister-in-law to Joseph Yutkins, proud Auntie to Joseph Yutkins Jr. and loving goddaughter of George and Pat Gagne. Affectionately known as Francine the Bean by her dad, she enjoyed growing up in...

Kathleen F. (Kathy) Whitehead of Beverly, formerly of Danvers and Salem, passed away on June 17, 2022 at 90 years of age. Kathy was born in March of 1932 in Tecumseh, Nebraska and grew up in nearby Plattsmouth. In 1954, she graduated from Mount Saint Scholastica College with a degree in mathematics and began working as a computer programmer, one of the earliest in the field. Soon afterward, her older brother introduced her to DeWayne Whitehead and the two were married in 1956. When her...

Carmella R. Calvino (Correale) 84, of West Peabody, formerly of East Boston, Winthrop, and West Palm Beach, FL. Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday June 8th. Carmella was the devoted loving wife of Salvatore G. Calvino, with whom she would have celebrated 65 years of marriage in the fall. Carmella was born and raised in East Boston and was the daughter of the late Domenic and Mary (Orlando) Correale. Carmella worked as a full time Wife, Mom and Nanny...

Libertazzi, Marisa (Grieco), of Lynn formerly of Revere, passed away on June 5, 2022. Beloved wife of Saverio Libertazzi of Lynn. Loving daughter of Nunzio Grieco and the late Diletta (DeSisto). Dear sister of Tina Grieco and her partner Rachid, Michele Grieco, Carmine Grieco, all of Revere and the late Angelo Grieco and his surviving wife Susan of Revere. Devoted Zia of Ida and fiancé Willie, Guido and wife Danae, Nunzio, and Reno.  Cherished great Zizi of Vinny,...

Santiago, Arnold, of Salem, formerly of Puerto Rico, passed away on Wednesday, May 25, 2022. Beloved husband of Jessica Jimenez. Loving son of Jose Santiago and Edna Cartagena. Devoted father of Alisha Marie Santiago and Lariza Santiago. Dear brother of Alex, Albert, and the late Anthony Santiago. Also survived by many cherished nieces and nephews. Family and friends will honor Arnold's life by gathering at the Ruggiero Family Memorial Home, 10 Chestnut Street, Peabody, on...

Murray, Ronald J. of Malden, formerly of Saugus and Revere, passed away on May 12, 2022. Loving son of the late Arthur and Lillian (Granese) Murray. Devoted father of Ronald Murray III and wife Arline of Saugus, Denene Fenton and husband Greg of Hernando Beach FL, and the late Ronald Jr. Dear brother of Mary Ann Burcham and husband Raymond of FL and the late William "Red" Murray and surviving wife Bernice "Bunny" of Winthrop.  Cherished grandfather of Devin...

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Anthony Joseph “A-Jay” DiGirolamo, 47 years old of Hampton, NH.  He is the son of Anthony “Deeg” DiGirolamo and his wife Debbie of Lynn, MA formerly of East Boston, and the late Eileen (Carlton) DiGirolamo, his brothers Jeff and Scott Mack and the love of his life Diana Castiello of Ware, MA and many beloved Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, nephews cousins and countless friends. He was born and raised in East Boston...

Hallinan, Maurice "Tom"  Jr., of Peabody, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 75 years of age. Loving husband of 52 years of Janice D. (Lussier) Hallinan. Loving son of the late Maurice and Amelia (Petkus) Hallinan. Devoted father of Kevin Hallinan of Beverly. Dear brother of Maureen Newhall of Peabody, Eileen Ciman of Peabody, Kathleen Fabrizio of Beverly, Michael Hallinan of Peabody, Gerald Hallinan of Danvers, Christine Hallinan of Lakeville, Patricia...

JANAKAS, George transitioned peacefully on April 26, 2022 at the age of 76. Son of Agnes and Sarantos, George was born in Cambridge, He spent his early years in Boston before his family moved to Lynn. He graduated from Lynn Classical High School in 1963 and at the age of 19 left to serve his country in the Vietnam War. Upon his return he fell in love with his longtime neighbor, Gloria, who he would marry, and continue a life together for 47 years. In his early days, George worked at the West...

Emilios Loulourgas, of Middleton Massachusetts, passed peacefully with loved ones at his side on April 21st, 2022 at the age of 83. Emilios was born in Pythagoreon Samos Greece, son of Dimitrios and Maria Loulourgas. Samos is where he met his beloved wife Theodora "Anna" Loulourgas.  He was a proud and loving father to his children and their families: Dimitrios Loulourgas and Delia Terra and their children Adrianna and Katerina; Maria Mouhawil and husband Salah Mouhawil...

James M Sheffield of North Andover formerly of Peabody passed away surrounded by his loving family on Sunday April 17th at the age of 77. Beloved husband of the late Natalie (Bunszell) Devoted father of Lauren Alvarez and her husband Jaime of North Andover and Amanda Sheffield of Peabody. Dear brother of Elizabeth Sheffield and the late Susan, John Sheffield and his wife Almeda. Cherished grandfather of Sienna Alvarez. Also survived by his many loving nieces and...

Cassidy, Glen A., of Peabody, formerly of Billerica, passed away on Monday, April 11, 2022. Beloved husband of Jo-Ann (Craig) Cassidy. Devoted father of Peter Piskorowski and Jamie Piskorowski of Peabody Cherished son of Ann (Dearborn) Ward and husband Timothy Ward, and the late Kenneth Cassidy. Dear brother of Sean Cassidy and wife Kim of Billerica and their two children, Christina and Ryan and Paul Burroughs and his family of Vermont. Doting son-in-law of Anna...

Staff, Mary Sandra of Brooksby Village, formerly of Cambridge, passed away on April 9, 2022. Dear sister of Thomas Staff and wife Sharon (Vogel) of Illinois. Cherished aunt of Thomas J. Staff, Brian P. Staff, Michael J. Staff and Megan Bartling. Loving great aunt of Patrick, Brendan, Caroline, Evelyn, Andrew, Elsie, Abby and Jack.   Born and raised in Milwaukee, WI, Sandy graduated from Milwaukee Downer Seminary High School in 1958 and Denison University in 1962. After graduation...

Elena Marie Hoyland, of Millers Falls, passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2022. Loving daughter of Barbara Todisco and husband Normand E. Vachon of Austin, TX, and her father, Raymond Hoyland of Harwich Port, MA. Cherished granddaughter of Maria Hoyland of Wellesley, MA and the late Thomas, and the late Pasquale and Eleanor Todisco. Dear sister of Daniel Hoyland and wife Kelly of East Longmeadow, MA, Alexandra Hoyland of Mt. Laurel, NJ, and the late Thomas Hoyland. Also survived by her...

Maria Napolitano Biancardi born March 6, 1929, passed away on April 2, 2022, at the age of 93.   Beloved wife of the late Donato Biancardi for 60 years.  Devoted mother of Umberto Biancardi and his wife Jodi of Peabody, Gelsomina Long and her husband Alan of Peabody, and the late Filomena “Mena” Buonopane and surviving spouse David of Peabody.  Predeceased by two sisters, Vincenza Russo and Marfissa Siniscalchi and three brothers Pasquale Napolitano,...

Goros, Margarita (Marcopolous), of Revere, formerly of East Boston and Greece, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 89 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Goros. Loving daughter of the late Michael and Olga (Terizaki) Marcopolous. Devoted mother of Sophia Desmond of East Boston, George Goros of East Boston, Michael Goros and wife Gina of Seattle, and Olga Martin and husband Ricardo of East Boston. Dear sister of Eleni Kaloplastou, Demitra Kioumuosi, and the late...

Carmen Maria Gonzalez, passed away on March 4th at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers, after battling a long term illness, surrounded by her loving family at the age of 59. Carmen was born in Arroyo, Puerto Rico to Violetta (Amaro) Gonzalez and the late Juan Gonzalez. She resided in Chelsea for many years before moving to Providence, RI and recently in Peabody. Beloved mother of Hector Gonzalez of Florida and Leslie and Aileen Gonzalez of Providence. Longtime...

Odierno, Frank P. Sr. of Stoneham, originally from East Boston passed away on March 2, 2022 at the age of 65. Loving son of the late Frank and Anna (Delia) Odierno. Father of Frank P. Odierno Jr. and Christopher Odierno and his wife Caitlin. Cherished brother of David Odierno and wife Andrea of Weymouth, and Lori Celona and husband Frank of Peabody.  Also survived by one loving nephew; Franco and two loving nieces; Liliana and Sophia. A memorial mass will take place at...

Paul J Primavera Sr, 84, passed peacefully February 22, 2022 following a brief illness. Born in Quincy, Massachusetts on July 28, 1937, Paul attended Quincy High School where he grew to love and excelled in sports, particularly football.  Following graduation he entered Boston University, earning a degree in Special Education and Counseling and went on to later attain his Master’s degree as well as Certificate in Advanced Graduate Studies.   Passionate about helping...

Christine P. Cutrufo, 62, born on December 28,1959 grew up in Cambridge, MA. Beloved wife, mother, sister and grandmother, passed away quietly following a long illness on Tuesday, February 22, 2022. She is survived by her beloved husband, Joseph Cutrufo, her two children Timothy Cross of Windham, NH and Mikaela Harvey of West Peabody, MA along by her two grandchildren, Benjamin Cross and Madison Harvey. She also leaves her three sister and two brothers, Cheryl Arnold, Robin Yeomelakis, Lisa...

Pascucci, Edward, of Lynnfield, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 22, 2022. Beloved husband of Antonette (Ciulla) Pascucci.  Devoted father of Edward Pascucci and wife Heather, of Lynnfield, Michael Pascucci and wife Susan, of Lynnfield, Dana Pascucci and wife Kim of N.J., and John Pascucci and wife Viola of Lynnfield.  Dear brother of Floreen Cucinatti and husband Anthony of Winchester. Also survived by 11 loving grandchildren, EJ, Alex, Lucas,...

Michael DiFronzo of Salem, formerly of Boston’s North End passed away on February 20, 2022.  Son of the late Arcangelo DiFronzo and his surviving spouse Maureen and Late Cleda DiFronzo.  Loving father of Cara Gizzi and her husband Peter of Melrose; Lindsey Guarracino and her husband John of Lynnfield; Michaela Schelzi and her husband Jeff of Lynnfield; Brianna McCarthy of Somerville; Jack DiFronzo of Braintree; and Maximus DiFronzo of Salem.  Beloved...

Thompson, Prince Charles of Peabody, formerly of Bronx NY, passed away on tragically on January 23, 2022. Beloved son of Lusty Thompson and Melvin Hilliard. Loving father of Zhuri Thompson. Cherished grandson of Elaine Zephyr, and the late Lonnie Thompson.  Adored nephew of Lezette Thompson, Landa Valenzuela, Lonnie Thompson Jr., Sori Vanterpool, Lance Thompson and Lamar Thompson. Also survived by many loving cousins and friends.  Family and friends will honor...

Dorothy A. Gobiel passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 10, 2022 at the age of 86. She was born November 6, 1935 in Boston to Domenic and Mary (Orlando) Correale.  Dorothy has 6 siblings, brothers Ralph, Tony, and Domenic (Junior) Correale and sisters Phyllis Curtis, Carmella Calvino and Marie Goldspring. She lived the first 50 years of her life in East Boston, then she moved to Peabody, MA. Dorothy was a people person and she loved life! She worked as a school crossing guard,...

Clarence A. Wing Jr. of Portland, ME left this world on January  07, 2022 in Salem Hospital in Salem, MA. He peacefully passed away of COVID-19 surrounded by his family. Former Veteran of the Navy in 1957 he served 4 years of service. Though he touched many of lives during this time, the lives most important to him were his Wife and Children's. Clarence was a resident of Salem, MA area since 2009. Mr. Wing was born on October 02, 1939 to Sadie Lois Wing and Clarence A. Wing...