Obituary Listing

May 7, 2025

James (Jim) L. Sarni Jr., a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones May 7, 2025. He was married to his beloved wife, Jeanette "Gina", for 65 years. He is survived by his loving children, Sandra J. Sarni-Garlow, Diana M. Sarni, James L. Sarni, M.D., Ken D. Sarni; his long-time loving...

May 5, 2025

Susan Jean Long was born October 30, 1962, in Medford to Brian K Long and Ruthann Dow and died on May 5, 2025, in Kansas.

Susan grew up in Melrose, graduating from Melrose High school in 1980. She enlisted in the Army National Guard in 1986 and finished with an honorable discharge in 1994. Then moved to...

May 2, 2025

Obituary for Peter Brown Brennan

July 12, 1943 – May 2, 2025

Peter Brown Brennan, a devoted father, loving grandfather, cherished brother, and proud Vietnam veteran, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of service, strength, and family devotion. He was 81 years old.

Born on July 12, 1943, in Somerville, Massachusetts, Peter...

Apr 29, 2025

Daniel J. Hicks, a lifelong resident of Melrose, died unexpectedly on April 29, 2025, at the age of 39. Born in Stoneham, MA on December 3, 1985, to Joan (Mulcahy) and Alan Hicks; he was raised in Melrose and graduated from Melrose High School in 2005.

Daniel worked at Prince Pizza for 21 years, where he was...

Apr 27, 2025

Francis J. Goodhue, a lifelong resident of Melrose, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025, at the age of 84. He was born in Boston to the late Margaret (Sexton) Goodhue and Francis H. Goodhue. Frank graduated from Melrose High School in 1959.

Frank was a man of many trades—he enjoyed an early career as a draftsman...

Apr 24, 2025

Charles J. Shay, of Billerica, formerly of Tyngsborough, died peacefully on April 24, 2025, at the age of 70. Charlie was born in Melrose on November 18, 1954 to the late Kathleen R. (Brennan) and John L. Shay, Sr. He was raised in Melrose and graduated from Melrose High School.

Charlie went on to earn a bachelor's...

Apr 23, 2025

Peter Stamegna, age 59, passed away peacefully on 4/23/2025 at the Medford Rehabilitation and Nursing center in Medford Mass.

Born on October 11, 1965 in Melrose Mass., Peter was known for his humor and warm smile. Peter spent his later years in the care of dedicated staff who came to know and appreciate him.

Peter...

Apr 19, 2025

John Michael Swenson, 84, passed away on April 19, 2025, at Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts. Through his enduring faith, he is now reunited with his beloved wife, Barbara (Waite) Swenson.

John, born on March 19, 1941, in San Diego, CA, was the beloved son of the late Lawrence Swenson and Anne (Reardon) Swenson. A devoted father,...

Apr 17, 2025

Teresa M. (DiCicco) Connelly, a cherished matriarch, and beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025 at the age of 89, in Melrose, MA. Born on July 4th, 1935, in Boston, MA, Teresa was a beacon of joy and independence. Teresa was baptized at Sacred Heart Church in the North End of Boston.

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Apr 15, 2025

Gary P. Dalis, of Melrose, died peacefully on April 15, 2025, at the age of 77. He was born in Chelsea, MA on January 13, 1948, to the late Olga (Sharis) and Paul Dalis. Gary was raised in Chelsea and later moved to Melrose. He was a proud graduate of Boston State College. Gary worked as a meat cutter...

Apr 11, 2025

Charles "Charlie" Perullo Jr, 67, of Melrose passed away peacefully at the Kaplan House in Danvers, surrounded by his beloved wife of 20 years, Linda Perullo (Stokes) of Melrose and cherished son Jeffrey Charles Perullo. Charlie was the son of the late Rose and Charles Perullo Sr of Lynn.

Charlie was born and raised in Lynn and...

Apr 10, 2025

William F. Cody, Jr., of Revere, died unexpectedly April 10, 2025, at the age of 78. He was born in Chelsea, MA to the late Bernice (Porter) and William F. Cody. Bill graduated from St. Mary's High School in Lynn and was a great hockey player. After high school he went on to attend Umass Amherst before enlisting in...

Apr 8, 2025

Colette S. (Supple) Maguire, of Melrose, died peacefully at home surrounded by her eight children on April 8th, 2025, at the age of 92. She was born in Boston on October 1, 1932, to the late Mildred (Broussard) and Henry Supple. Colette was raised in Winthrop and graduated from Mt. St. Joseph Academy in Brighton. A longtime member of...

Apr 8, 2025

An avid Celtics fan, loved all sports, and being by the ocean

David Bowman, Jr. passed away suddenly at home on April 8, 2025, at the age of 72. Dave (DJ) was born in Chelsea, MA on July 28, 1952, to the late David Bowman, Sr. and the late Dorothy Bowman. He is survived by his devoted...

Apr 6, 2025

In Loving Memory

Barbara Anne (Duxbury) Giovino, aged 88, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, April 6th, surrounded by loving family. Born on January 3rd, 1937, in Boston, MA, Barbara lived a life of strength, love, deep faith and devotion to others.

Barbara met the love of her life, Joseph Giovino, in 1970....

Apr 4, 2025

David M. Shaw, Jr., of Stoneham, formerly of Seabrook, NH, passed away at home suddenly on April 4, 2025, at the age of 63. David was born in Malden to the late David M. Shaw, Sr., and the late Carol A. Shaw on December 10, 1961, and was later raised in Melrose.

He was the loving father...

Mar 31, 2025

Barbara A. Sullivan, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025, at the age of 95 in Peabody, Massachusetts. Born on January 7, 1930, in Medford, MA, she was the cherished daughter of the late John and Helen (Dillon) McManus.

Barbara's  life was shared with her beloved husband, the late Michael J. Sullivan, to whom she was married...

Mar 29, 2025

Anthony J. Ricci, a cherished husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, at the age of 65 in Melrose, MA. Born on April 27, 1959, in Medford, MA, Anthony lived a life marked by love, laughter, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys that each day brought.

Anthony is survived by his...

Mar 29, 2025

Ralph was born in Boston on August 13th 1951 and passed peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on March 29th 2025. Ralph was the son of the late Ralph Buccilli and Anna (Giammanco) Buccilli, loving husband of Jane (Carroll) Buccilli and devoted father to his two daughters Paula Buccilli and Lisa Buccilli.

Ralph was raised...

Mar 25, 2025

William T. Hackett, Jr., 89, of Lincoln Park, NJ, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

He was born in Medford, MA, William lived in Melrose, MA, Fairfield, NJ, and Lyndhurst, NJ, before settling in Lincoln Park in 1978. Before his retirement, he was the owner of North Jersey Real Estate, LLC in Lincoln Park. He also...