Obituary Listing

Feb 15, 2025

We are saddened to announce the passing of our dear dad, grandfather, uncle, and friend, Connie Testa. Born in Boston in 1938 to Gaetano Testa and Emma (DeAngelis) Testa, he was raised in East Boston as one of seven children.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Cynthia Testa; his children, Michelle Walker, Jim Testa,...

Feb 13, 2025

Joan E. (MacMillen) Bell, a lifelong resident of Melrose, died unexpectedly on February 13, 2025, at the age of 64. She was born in Boston to the late Florence (Collins) and Walter MacMillen on June 30, 1960. Joan was raised in Melrose, graduating from Melrose High School in 1978. She went on to earn a bachelor's degree from UMASS...

Feb 13, 2025

Debra J (Guevin) Moore, 69, a lifelong resident of Melrose passed away suddenly on February 13, 2025.

She was born on July 4, 1955 in Melrose, Ma. She graduated from Melrose High School, class of 1973. She was married to her loving husband, Roy for 45 years. Together they raised their three children. They loved to spend...

Feb 9, 2025

John "Jack" H. MacMonagle, 81, of Andover, died peacefully on February 9, 2025.

Born and raised in Melrose, Massachusetts, son of the late Evelyn and Hugh MacMonagle. Jack lived a whole and vibrant life surrounded by his family, friends, and many passions.

Jack is survived by his loving sons, Daniel MacMonagle of Stoneham and Jeffrey...

Feb 8, 2025

Paul E. Feeney III of Melrose, MA, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025, at the High Point House in Haverhill, MA. He was the beloved son of the late Helen (Brussard) Feeney and Paul E. Feeney. He was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend, leaving behind a legacy of laughter and unwavering love.

Paul leaves...

Feb 2, 2025

James P. Clark, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025, at the age of 89, in Bedford, Massachusetts. Born on January 22, 1936, in Medford, MA, he was the son of the late Charles and Margaret (MacDonald) Clark. James was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and gentle strength.

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Jan 31, 2025

Claire Elaine (Malenchini) Gorman was born December 20, 1944, the daughter of John and Claire Malenchini of Melrose. She attended the Melrose school system and graduated from Melrose High School class of 1963.

After high school, Claire met and married the love of her life Fred Gorman and shared a lifetime of love raising their two boys...

Jan 30, 2025

Walter S. Allan of Melrose, MA, formerly of Sudbury, and husband of Charlene Russell, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2025, after a very long struggle with Lewy Body disease.

He is survived by his children: Ian and his wife Kelsee, Cameron, Deborah and her husband Eric, Scott, and Elizabeth and her husband Franco. He is also...

Jan 28, 2025

In loving memory of Tricia Mahon of Boston, MA.

Tricia Mahon was born in Melrose, MA, on May 10, 1952, the youngest to her brothers Michael and Eddie, and grew up in a loving home and in the schools and streets of Melrose as did so many children of the 50's.

None that ever met...

Jan 26, 2025

Jeannie Marie Smith

Born May 29, 1953, to the late Edward and Ruth Smith, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025.

Jeannie was a loving sister to Eileen Mulgrew, Edward Smith and his wife, Marie, and Joe Smith and his wife, Lisa. She was preceded in death by her dear brother-in-law, Paul Mulgrew.

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Jan 25, 2025

Thomas Lamson of Wakefield died January 25th, 2025 at Winchester Hospital. He was 65 years old. Tom was born in Malden, July 22, 1959.

He was the son of Harold Owen and Genevieve (Quill). Raised in Melrose, he was a graduate of Melrose High School, class of 1978. He worked for the Woburn Public Schools before he...

Jan 24, 2025

Robert "Bob" Lynch Jr., age 75, passed away on Friday, Jan 24, after a battle with Alzheimers's Disease.

Bob was born in Everett and grew up in Melrose. He attended Melrose schools and graduated from Melrose High School in 1967, where he played football and baseball. After high school, he attended Boston University where he played baseball...

Jan 19, 2025

Richard (Dick) Bretagne, 82, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025. He was the beloved son of Andrew and Florence (Daly) Bretagne. Dick was predeceased by his beloved wife of 49 years, Carol Kelly Bretagne, and by his beloved sister, Susan Bretagne D'Entremont.

Dick leaves behind his brother-in-law John D'Entremont, his niece Theresa D'Entremont, and many loving...

Jan 16, 2025

Dorothy A. Comeau was born at home, in 1932, to Priscilla and Percy Comeau, in Malden where she resided her entire life.

Dot attended Cheverus Grammar School and Cheverus High School, after which she pursued studies in physical therapy. The polio vaccine was discovered and the need for physical therapists turned into a surplus of therapists, so...

Jan 14, 2025

Shirley Samson, 85, died peacefully on January 14, 2025. Shirley was the daughter of the late Charles and Laura Samson of Derby Rd., and a lifelong resident of Melrose. She leaves her sister, Sr. Mary Samson, of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, Rosemont, PA.

Shirley attended St. Mary's School for twelve years, graduating in 1957....

Jan 11, 2025

Julie (El-Hajj) Foster, 97, of Melrose, MA, died peacefully on January 11, 2025, following a period of declining health. She was born in Mashghara, Lebanon on August 19, 1927, the daughter of the late Helwe "Julie" El-Hajj and Hanna "John" El-Hajj.

Julie was the beloved wife of the late Adam Foster of Melrose. She was the loving...

Jan 8, 2025

Russell J. Caruso, of Wakefield, passed away suddenly at home on January 8, 2025, at 77 years of age.

Russell was born in Somerville to Vincent & Ferney (Hutchings) Caruso. He was the beloved husband of Elaine M. (Nazzaro) Caruso. Loving father of Christopher Russell Caruso & his wife Amy of Auburn, NH, Jacqui Barnes & her...

Jan 2, 2025

In loving memory of John Joseph McClafferty of Somerville, MA.

Born on April 15, 1943, in Medford, MA, John was the beloved son of Ruth and James McClafferty.

A proud veteran, John honorably served during the Vietnam War.

Following his service, he met his beloved wife Dorothy (Ozard) and started a family, having...

Dec 30, 2024

MaryJane (Fogg) Hardiman, a lifelong resident of Melrose, died peacefully on December 30, 2024, at the age of 95. She was born in Melrose on March 3, 1929, to the late Ellen E. (Burns) and Willard F. Fogg. MaryJane was raised in Melrose and graduated from Melrose High School in 1957. She worked in the insurance business in Boston...

Dec 30, 2024

Anne Fremont-Smith, a beloved wife, mother, and community leader, passed away peacefully at her home in Newburyport, MA, on December 30, 2024.

Born in Malden, MA, Anne was raised in Melrose, where she attended and graduated from Melrose High School. A bright and driven student, she continued her education at Radcliffe College, earning a degree that reflected...