Funeral procession from the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq. She was an independent, dignified, and incredibly strong woman with a keen intellect and interest in world events. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. In addition to his parents, he is preceded by his sister Marion Ernst, Eileen White-Finley, William White, Claire Feener, and Virginia Downey. In 2001, Marianne was appointed General Counsel for the Department of Developmental Services, where she served 21 years providing support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Relatives and friends invited. George Fernandes was born on April 19,1924 in Somerville,MA, the son of John and Gabriela Fernandes. He sought out paternal relatives in Colorado and maternal relatives in Poland. What a lovely person, who will be deeply missed. Federico Manganella, 90, of Tampa, FL passed away on April 8, 2022, with his family by his side. 2015 - George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home | 456 High St., Dedham, MA 02026 | 781-326-0500 George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home | 1305 Highland Ave., Needham, MA 02492 | 781-444-0687 George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home | 477 Washington St., Wellesley, MA 02482 | 781-235-4100 Beloved wife of 47 years to late Walter F. Pero, Jr. During one year, our members provide services for over 45,000 families and during that same period, more than 2 million people visit our member funeral establishments. Doherty Funeral Home Funeral Home Tufts University, Somerville Save Share Tips 1 See what your friends are saying about Doherty Funeral Home. For the last few years she has resided in South Boston and Somerville, Massachusetts. Dear family, I am so sorry for your loss. She was a compassionate listener, always making us laugh, and just being there for us. ABOUT MFDA:The Massachusetts Funeral Directors Association is the funeral directors' professional community and is the recognized voice and resource for information on issues affecting the funeral service profession as well as the bereaved community that we are honored to serve in the many cities and towns throughout Massachusetts. About. I offer my condolences to her family for their loss -- which is great. Concord, MA 01742. Peter was born on November 19, 1934, in Somerville son of William and Mary Ann (Flaherty) White. Over 100 years of family service to Somerville and surrounding communities.If you would like to make Pre-Need funeral arrangements please call to set up an appointment. After the birth of his daughter, Leslie Anne, he joined the Air Force and moved his family to Texas for Officer Training & Navigation School. L Sullivan. ), Somerville MA 02144.A full-service family owned Funeral Home dedicated to providing compassionate, dignified and personalized service. Mary M. Peterson, 81, of Kingston, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 8, 2022 with her devoted husband and loving family by her side. Somerville on Friday, Jan. 6th from 3PM-8PM with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated the following morning, Saturday at 10AM. Her family will miss her smile, generosity and most of all her caring presence. We also have a dedicated "Cremation Options" area with over 50 memorial urns, keepsake jewelry, and ceremonial containers on display. A woman of strong Catholic faith, Mary attended daily mass at St. Francis Parish in Wakefield, Rhode Island and St. Thomas More Parish in Narragansett, Rhode Island. Dean is survived by his children Todd and Kyle, his sister Alex and 4 grandchildren, Cobalt, Luca, Cypris and Mina. Marianne retired from DDS in May of 2022. Calling hours Thursday 4-7. 617-901-0821. For online tribute visit RobinsonFuneralHome.com. Adored son of Sandra (Dobbins) Saltman and the late Leonard Saltman Sr. Loving Brother of Cynthia Saltman. Memorial service will be private. She was a thoughtful friend, sister-in-law and a beautiful aunt to Darian. But if you sit quietly It will land on you), Grace had a diverse employment history ranging primarily from office work at Shaffts, Hood, Welch and Forbes, Abraham Moskows, and entertainment at Arlingtons nursing home. He was the best father to his children: Timothy, Katie, Matthew, his wife Stacy and the late Kellie McDaid. Together we leverage our experience, expertise and influence to anticipate and address issues, to build skills, to develop practical solutions to business problems and to set the standard for quality service and ethical practice when serving bereaved families. She was 66 years old. For many years he was the proud owner of OMalleys Pub in his hometown. He also served in the Air Force Reserves and flew supplies to the troops in Viet Nam on a C-119 flying boxcar. George was loved by all who knew him as he was a very caring and giving person. Kelly is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Beloved mother of Maryann, Kathy, Michael, Karen and Richard. Born in Somerville on June 20, 1926 the daughter of the late Peter D. and Mary C. (Razzaboni) Burlamachi. Express your condolences with flowers sent to Maureen's family. A Celebration of Life service and luncheon and is being planned by his sister Robin & Malek Al-Khatib for 8/25. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Jamess memory to the Cathedral High School, 74 Union Park St. Boston, MA 02118. She resided at the Burton F. Faulkner Apartments in Somerville for over 20 years where she made many friends. Joseph Turnbull Doherty, of Medford and Somerville, died Saturday, July 12, 2014. Papa Tonys greatest joy were his 6 grandchildren: Emily, Kathryn, Dillon, and Grace McDaid, Max Costa and Haleigh Doane. I worked with Marianne at the Attorney General's Office and EOHHS, and Marianne was an inspiration for me and those around her. Send flowers to Doherty Funeral Home in Somerville, Massachusetts. Privacy | She was predeceased by : her husband Michael. Somerville, Monday morning at 10:00 am followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Joseph Church, (Union Sq.) Norman Robert McNeal of Modesto, California, passed away June 5, 2017 in Little Rock, Arkansas. I am so sorry to hear of Marianne's passing. December 12, 1961 toJanuary 29, 2021 He was also a life member of the Moose International and former governor of the Somerville chapter. Cherished grandfather of Michael Privitera of Saugus and Joseph Privitera and his wife Malori of Fitchburg. He continued to enjoy the outdoors, the heavily treed privacy of his home in North Reading but his overall health began to decline. She is survived by her son, Federico Sparisci of Medford, MA and his wife, Cristina Martinez, and her two grandsons, Marcos and Diego Sparisci, to whom she was their loving Bama. She is also survived by her sister, Elizabeth Davenport of Lexington, MA and her husband, Harvy Simkovits; and was the beloved aunt of her niece and nephew, Mathew and Lana Simkovits. She was truly meek with a repentance. Born and raised in Somerville, he was the loving son of the late Frank Di Fonzo Sr and Catherine (Cavicchio) Di Fonzo. Burial will follow at Fox Hill Cemetery, Billerica. He was always available to lend an ear and provide helpful advice. Lorraine purchased a summer cottage in Nutting Lake in Billerica in the late 1950s and enjoyed many happy and fun filled days with family and close friends. Richard M. Mangan, of Somerville, died suddenly on December 31, 2022, he was 64 years old. He was also a baritone in the local Armenian Chorus for a number of years. Lorraine worked for many years as a Dietary Aide for Somerville Hospital before retiring. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to support the Jerry Younger, MD Endowed Chair in Breast Medical Oncology at the Mass General Cancer Center. Her adventurous spirit and love for travel brought her many memories and lifelong connections from across the world. He was Assembly Rows energetic General Manager whose personal warmth and charm made him an outstanding ambassador for Federal Realty Investment Trust. . In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Rosas name to the Ronald McDonald House. Copyright 2018 - 23 Served proudly for his country. Amy was the beloved daughter of Richmond Gardner of Quogue NY, and the late Helen Lyn Lovejoy Gardner. An elevator and handicap entrance available on the right hand side of the church. Treasured great-grandfather to Ava Weber, Tyler Weber, Harry Shribman, Benny Shribman, Lizzie Shribman, Kelsey Lutin, Jake Lutin, Nathan Weber and William OShea. In her career, she moved more than 10 times and lived in Idaho, California, Alabama, Maine, Virginia, Connecticut and New York among other places until she settled back in the Boston area. He was a big-hearted, giving, and selfless man. Rich was the partner of the late Mark Richard. Funeral Procession from the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.) Feel free to join the discussion by leaving comments, and stay updated by subscribing to the, In Loving Memory: Paul (Archie) Archambeau, In Memory of Lieutenant Colonel Stephen M. Sullivan. John V. Jack Langton 95 A lifelong resident of Somerville passed away on August 4, 2021. Services are private. Late Veteran WWII, Marine Corp. Iwo Jima, Bear Hill Golf Club, 33rd Degree Mason Somerville Lodge, Past Board Member Deaconess Abundant Life Community, Concord. Through her work at Somerville Cambridge Elder Services, Kate founded the Cambridge Caf at Ryles, originally Cadbury Caf, a monthly dinner for LGBT seniors. BRIDGEWATER- It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Caiju Chang who passed on, Wednesday, January 4, 2023 her 94th birthday. Services will conclude with burial at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. To share a memory or offer a condolence visit: www.concordfuneral.com. He was very good with his hands and can fix anything. Somerville, MA. Loving husband for 39 years to Maureen (Houghton) Foster. Entombment Woodlawn Cemetery. Dear brother of Gary Foster and his wife Maureen of Reading, Susan Foster and her husband Mick Godding of Kittery, ME, John Foster and his wife Michelle Sceppa of Boston and Gerald Foster. Relatives and friends invited. At the young age of 16, he began his lifelong love for the sea when he started working on the commercial fishing boats run by his family. She is predeceased by her sisters Dorothy Phillips, Barbara Hutchinson and brothers Leonard Burlamachi and Donald Burlamachi, her nephews Charles Phillips, Richard Milligan and Leonard Burlamachi and niece Robin Milligan. Winchester Thelma was a member of Tonoquon Chapter #100 OES and Boston Tea Party Daughters of American Revolution. Fredrick Sunny Federico of Somerville October 17, 2021. David was born in Charlestown, Mass February 23rd, 1930. He attended Tufts University for his undergraduate and graduate degrees in electrical engineering. Federico will be entombed at Sunset Memory Gardens immediately after the funeral services. David was also the dear Grandfather (Papa) of Ashley, Cameron, Olivia, and the Great Grandfather of Logan & Brody. At our recently renovated location at the corner of Trenton and Heartwood roads, we provide traditional funerals, cremation memorials and celebrations of life to people from all backgrounds. Funeral Procession was held Tuesday, Nov 17 from the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.) Peter was a proud Army veteran and later served as a firefighter for Somerville Fire Department, retiring as a Lieutenant after 28 years of service. Youre in my heart and thoughts. Honor a loved one by planting trees in their memory. Devoted grandmother of Ryann and Sydney Ciardi, Arianna and Scott Busnach, Jr. Funeral procession from the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway, Powder House Sq., Somerville, Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Eulalia Church, Winchester at 11:00 am. Paul attended St. Clements School and enjoyed his career with Arlington Yellow Cab. Beloved son of the late William and Helen Winter. He is also survived by cousins Paul Nowak of Tyngsboro MA, Richard Nowak of Salem NH, Joanne Lemay of Mashpee MA, Frances Nowak and Marianne Staid of Lowell MA, Stanley Nowak of Barnstable MA, Richard Tufenkjian of Belmont MA, Marianne Morton of Amherst, NH and Leo Paradis of Chelmsford, MA. Anne was born February 23, 1948 to the late Anne and Henry Reed of Somerville, MA. Along with his parents, Robert is predeceased by his sister, Patricia Michaud formerly of Ipswich, MA, and his brothers-in-law Robert Denis, and Billy Blanchette. Returning to Somerville after graduation, he married the love of his life, Frances Jean Butler in September 1958 and began a career teaching in Somerville. | Funeral Home Website by Batesville Home | Visiting hours were at the P.E. Paul was a close and loyal Friend of Bill and achieved the promise of serenity. Relatives and friends invited. She graduated from Somerville High School with the Class of 1952. Raised in the Bronx, Russ captained the first Boston College football team that played in a bowl game. He enjoyed a good laugh with his friends and catching up with old neighbors from the West End when getting together for a game of cards. After his honorable discharge in 1972, Robert lived for a time at home in Salem before moving to Somerville where he lived most of his life. She especially adored her nephew Stephen Burlamachi, great-grandnephew Brad and great-niece Bailey Burlamachi who brought joy to her world on a daily basis, they in turn cared for during her later years. He loved food, wine and the ocean. Condolences to the entire family. Amy Elizabeth Gardner, age 58, passed away April of 2016. (lovingly known as Pooh), age 74, died peacefully in her home in Medford, MA on April 3, 2021, with her son and sister by her side. She received her bachelors degree from Boston University and was a licensed social worker. Frank was the longtime proprietor of Bills Food Shop on the corner of Conwell Ave and Hillsdale Road. Dear brother of Barbara Pacini and her husband Richard of Middleton, NH, Kevin Mangan and his partner Daniel S. Portillo II of West Dennis, Brian Mangan and his wife Nancy of Medford, David Mangan and his wife Denise of Somerville, Marybeth Brennan and her husband James of Stoneham, Susan McNamara and her husband Daniel of Lexington, Stephen Mangan and his wife Johnna of Tewksbury, Michael Mangan and his wife Lori of Everett and Kathleen Pjura and her husband William of Lexington. Army Veteran. Rich will be remembered for his warm smile. Somerville at 11:00 am. Her generous nature was always to help others, rooted in her core values of family and community. David F. Mahan, 69 of Malden, formerly of Somerville, June 2, 2014 . Robert is survived by his sisters, Gloria Denis of Seabrook, NH, Barbara Blanchette of North Hampton, NH, Joanne Davis and her husband Parker of Salem, MA; and a brother Gerard Ouellette and his wife Janice of North Berwick, ME, and several nieces and nephews. Also survived by many cousins, friends and her loving dog Dino. A native of the West End of Boston, Peter was raised with a strong sense of pride in his roots and maintained a lifelong connection with the neighborhood and his friendships. After the Air Force, Tom joined the Somerville Police Department serving honorably until disabled in the line of duty. My sincere condolences to the family. Given the reality of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to know that funeral directors throughout Massachusetts are taking precautions to limit exposure to the coronavirus. Dorothy Dotty (Lanza) Nielson, 1940 2021. Loving father of Sharon Talbot, Robert Mahan, Diane Veroneau and David Mahan. Brother of the late Rose Traniello and Mary Adams. A social soul, he loved the music at the Cape Cod Irish Village. He succeeded his parents as a Licensed Funeral Director of The George L. Doherty Funeral Service, Inc. in Somerville in 1955. Dear Stepfather of Edward and Eric Conlon. Maureen was cherished Nana to Colin and Max, Taryn and Braelyn, Tyler and Teegan, Chloe and Ciaran, Stephen and, Alexis. (Butch) Martinez Jr., of North Reading, MA, died April 11, 2020 at Blueberry Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Beverly, MA, following several years of declining health. Patricias wisdom, perseverance, and unyielding spirit were an example to all, blessing the people that surrounded her and providing a pillar of support for her family. She was very fond of all animals and would often donate to animal charities. He was 84.Beloved husband of the late Catherine A. (508) 653-4220. Born on March 5, 1939, to Anthony and Anna (Monahan) McDaid. In 1963, he married his love Suzanne Brunel (accomplished opera singer 1941-1998) and had two children Todd and Kyle whom they raised in Wayland, Massachusetts. JOHNSTON, Robert Of Woburn formerly of Somerville January 5, 2017. McCarthy, James F. Sr. Of Somerville January 13, 2015. A drive through rural Sweden also left a lasting impression. Gayle was a resident of Somerville, Massachusetts at the time of passing. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Peters memory to the Yankee Division Veterans Association, 17 Lilac Lane Weymouth, MA 02188. He taught at Tufts until 1952, when he was invited by Columbia Records Co. to become a LP Album notes annotator. Cherished grandfather of Michael, Christopher and Alison Di Fonzo and Victoria and Alexandra Tse. Cam (DAuria) (Fuccillo) Toner died peacefully in the company of her loving family at Massachusetts General Hospital on Wednesday, April 15. Honor a loved one by planting trees in their memory. I will miss her and her elegant sense of humor and her love for political debates. He was an active member in the community, co-founding and coaching the Somerville boys youth basketball program, Tradition and coaching numerous girls Somerville Pride and Bay State Demons basketball teams. In lieu of flowers, please thank a veteran for his or her service. He was raised in West Somerville, near Boston.