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Antonette DeMasi

Antonette DeMasi

May 31, 2024

Antonette “Ann” M. DeMasi, age 96 of Wakefield, died peacefully on Friday, May 31, following a brief illness.Ann was born in Boston on December 17, 1927. She was the daughter of the late Antonio and Angelina (Verlotto) Amirto. She was sister to Theresa, Virgilio, Frank, Attilio, Anthony, Louis, and Nicholas.Ann is survived by her loving husband of 69 years, Warren...

Elaine M. Secchiaroli

Elaine M. Secchiaroli

May 30, 2024

Elaine M. Secchiaroli, age 81 of Marlborough, died peacefully on Thursday, May 30 at the Marlborough Hills Healthcare Center. She was born in Somerville, MA on May 6, 1943 and was the daughter of the late Carl and Lillian (Doran) Craig of Wakefield, MA.  She was the loving sister of Carlton Craig and his wife, Beth, of Somers, CT, and...

Robert S. Barile

Robert S. Barile

May 28, 2024

Robert S. Barile, age 90, of Lynnfield, formerly of Everett, died Tuesday, May 28 at his home surrounded by his family after a brief period of failing health. Born on September 9, 1933 he was the son of the late Abele and Carmela (Abate) Barile. Mr. Barile was born and raised in Everett and was a proud Lewis Street Ace. On November...

Donald Grant Webber

Donald Grant Webber

May 27, 2024

Donald Grant Webber passed away Monday, May 27, 2024 at the Melrose-Wakefield Hospital.

Born in Ipswich Massachusetts on December 16, 1936, he was the favorite and only child of Milton Royce Webber and Grace Evelyn (Rutheford) Webber.

Don grew up in Rowley Massachusetts surrounded by his father’s family. Even though he was an only child he was part of a larger family...

Charles A. Heroux

Charles A. Heroux

May 27, 2024

Charles A. Heroux, age 79 of Stoneham, died on Monday May 27 at the Melrose-Wakefield Hospital. He was born in Boston on May 19, 1945. He was the son of the late Charles and Rose (Benda) Heroux.Charlie was raised in Roxbury and attended Boston Trade School and North Bennett Street School in the North End. Following high school, he joined the...

Paul R. Haynes

Paul R. Haynes

May 26, 2024

Paul R. Haynes, age 56, of Reading, MA passed away suddenly on Sunday, May 26, 2024.  He was born in Stoneham, MA and was the son of Claire E. (Smith) Haynes of Seabrook, NH and the late Phillip H. Haynes. Paul was a graduate of Reading High School, Class of 1985. He worked for nearly 40 years as a master diesel...

Elizabeth "Betty" Keough

Elizabeth "Betty" Keough

May 22, 2024

Elizabeth “Betty” Keough, age 87, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2024. Born and raised in Stoneham, MA, she was the beloved daughter of the late Andrew and Lillian (Baudin) Treacy. She was the cherished younger sister of the late Marie (Baudin) D'Annolfo, and the late Ann (Treacy) Orsillo and her late husband Vincent Orsillo.

Betty is survived by her son,...

Donna M. Dixon

Donna M. Dixon

May 22, 2024

Donna Marie Dixon, 75, of Beverly, formerly of Wakefield, MA passed away on May 22nd, 2024. Donna was born on December 21, 1948 in Wakefield to the late Frances Viola Garcia and Edward Joseph Surette where she attended St Joseph’s and Wakefield High School.Beloved wife of the late Mark A. Dixon, Donna enjoyed days and nights by the pool surrounded by...

Virginia A. "Ginny" DeSisto

Virginia A. "Ginny" DeSisto

May 16, 2024

Virginia A. “Ginny” DeSisto, age 88, of Stoneham, passed away with family by her side on May 16, 2024. She was born in Boston on February 13, 1936 and was the daughter of the late James J. and Grace E. (Myette) Connell. She was devoted to her family and her faith. Not a day went by when she didn’t think about her...

Linda J. Camuso

Linda J. Camuso

May 15, 2024

Linda J. Camuso (O’Connor), 81, passed away peacefully on May 15th, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.  She was the beloved wife of Steve Camuso with whom she shared 58 years of marriage, two children: Scott Camuso of Londonderry, NH and Jill Daley (Dan) of Lynnfield, MA, and four grandchildren: Nicholas Camuso, Samantha Camuso, Paul Daley and Mia Daley.Linda graduated...

Thomas E. Boodry

Thomas E. Boodry

May 12, 2024

Thomas E. Boodry, age 69, a longtime Wakefield resident, died on Sunday May 12 at the Bear Hill Nursing Home.He was born at the Chelsea Naval Hospital on August 24, 1954 and was the son of the late William and Ida (Foley) Boodry.Tom was a graduate of Wakefield High School, class of 1973. He was a dedicated employee of Hanscom...

Charles W. "Charlie" Encarnacao

Charles W. "Charlie" Encarnacao

May 10, 2024

Charles W. (“Charlie”) Encarnacao, age 84, of North Reading, formerly of Wakefield, passed away peacefully with loved ones by his side on Friday, May 10th at the Lahey Hospital & Medical Center in Burlington, MA.Charlie was known for his warm smile, his giving nature, and his deep love for family, friends and community.Born in Wakefield on January 10, 1940, he...

Herbert I. Tripp

Herbert I. Tripp

May 10, 2024

Herbert "Herbie" Irving Tripp, of Lakeville, MA, born on March 17, 1940, peacefully away on May 10, 2024. His departure has left us profoundly saddened.

He was affectionately known as "The Mountain Man," a title befitting his larger-than-life presence. Herbie was admired for his impeccable style, often described as "so dapper." His gentle and kind nature endeared him to all who...

Kenneth Scott Dauphinee

Kenneth Scott Dauphinee

May 10, 2024

Kenneth Scott Dauphinee, 68, of Reading, MA passed away on Friday, May 10, 2024 in Philadelphia, PA, with his family by his side.  Known as “Ken” or “Kenny” to his friends and family, he was the loving husband of Mary (Casten) Dauphinee for 46 years.  Son of the late Donald Dauphinee and the late Ruth (Horrigan) Dauphinee. He is a...

Beverly (Whitman) Everett

Beverly (Whitman) Everett

May 9, 2024

Beverly (Whitman) Everett of North Andover, widow of Dr. Henry C. Everett, passed away on Thursday, May 9, from complications of heart failure.Beverly was a gentle, generous, and eminently practical New Englander who always had a kind word for everyone she met and kept her composure at all times, save for an occasional wry smile that could be spotted beneath...

Janet T. Noll

Janet T. Noll

May 7, 2024

Janet T. Noll, age 87, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2024, in Saugus. She was born in Medford to the late Romeo "Robert" and Helen (Hanwell) Rocci.Janet's early years were spent in Boston, where she attended Girls Trade School. Her dedication led her to proudly serve her country as a member of the US Army WAC. Janet had a...

Carrie (Kearney) Smith

Carrie (Kearney) Smith

May 7, 2024

Carrie Smith was born on August 31st, 1970. Carrie passed away Tuesday, May 7th, 2024, after a brief battle with cancer.  She was born and raised in Stoneham, Massachusetts.  She was the beloved mother of her son Nicholas Smith and her dog Buddy.  Carrie was the loving daughter of Wayne and Karen Kearney.  Sister of Jason Kearney of Wakefield.  Sister-in-law...

David James Hammond

David James Hammond

May 7, 2024

David James Hammond, age 77, of Wakefield died Tuesday, May 7 at the Melrose-Wakefield Hospital. He was born in West Roxbury on August 28, 1946 and was the son of the late Richard and Mary (Davis) Hammond. Mr. Hammond was an active member of the Wakefield Knights of Columbus for many years. He was an avid golfer and very much enjoyed...

John A. "Jack" Welsh Jr.

John A. "Jack" Welsh Jr.

May 7, 2024

John A. “Jack” Welsh Jr., a lifelong resident of Wakefield died at his home on Tuesday, May 7. Born in Wakefield January 29, 1938, he was the son of the late John A. and Mary J. (Doucette) Welsh. Jack was a graduate of Wakefield High School class of 1955. After graduating he joined the Navy and served from 1955 to 1959. He...

Audrey V. Peach

Audrey V. Peach

May 6, 2024

Audrey Verna Peach, aged 93, peacefully left this world surrounded by her loving family on May 6, 2024, at the Brightview Senior Living in Wakefield. Born in Old Perlican, Newfoundland, Canada on March 17, 1931, she was the cherished daughter of the late William H. and Mary Jane (Barrett) Bursey.Mrs. Peach's journey began in Canada, where she was raised and...

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