Obituaries

February 20, 2024

Mr. Robert F. Bulman, of Stoneham, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at Chestnut Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation in Saugus, at age 84.

Robert was born in Malden on October 5, 1939, one of 8 children of the late Francis and Elsie (Trippett) Bulman. Raised in Malden, Bobby worked for Converse Shoe Co. for many years....

February 20, 2024

Dominador S. Santos III, a resident of Melrose, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, at age 75.

Dominador was born in Manila, Philippines on May 14, 1948, son of the late Dominador Santos Sr. and Emerenciana (Sulit) Santos. Raised in the Philippines, he received degrees in Aeronautical Engineering and...

February 18, 2024

With heavy hearts we announce the loss of Virginia Marie (Melanson) Mansfield who passed suddenly on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at age 57.

Ginny grew up in Charlestown, one of four children of Tom and Collette Melanson of Melrose. She was the wife of James Mansfield, devoted mother of Evan and Cole Mansfield. She was the dear...

February 14, 2024

John A. Veronelli, of Burlington, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering dedication to his loved ones. Born on February 16, 1966, in Boston, Massachusetts, John was one of four children of John H. and Patricia (Carey) Veronelli.  He graduated from Melrose High School in 1984.  He earned...

February 13, 2024

Eleanora M. (Cecconi) Luongo, a resident of Malden, passed away peacefully at CHA Everett Hospital on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at age 91.

Eleanora was born in Boston on May 1, 1932, one of three children of the late Eveline (Sabatini) and Giacinto Cecconi. She was raised in the West End, and Lawrence before graduating from Everett...

February 11, 2024

Lawrence J. Carney, a longtime resident of Melrose, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2024 at age 87. Lawrence was born in Medford on March 24, 1936, one of seven children of the late Lawrence and Margaret (Smith) Carney. A proud “triple Eagle” from Medford, Larry was a graduate of BC High School, and received his undergraduate and master’s...

February 8, 2024

Levi Thomas "Tom" Robichaud, a longtime resident of Melrose, Massachusetts passed away peacefully with his family on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at his home in Woburn, at age 92.

Tom was born in Milo, Maine on May 2, 1931, the son of the late Levi Joseph Robichaud and Helena Gertrude (Morton). He grew up in the village...

February 6, 2024

Francis E. “Frank” Robbins, long time resident of Melrose, passed away at his home on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at the age of 97.  He was born on January 15, 1927, one of four children of the late George and Margaret (Hurley) Robbins.  He grew up in Melrose, where he attended Melrose Schools and developed deep roots within the...

February 4, 2024

Jane Galatas Marks, a longtime resident of Melrose, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, February 4, 2024 at Winchester Hospital, at age 97.

Jane was born in Malden on March 31, 1926, the daughter of the late Ruth (Hall) and Arthur Duff. While a student at Malden High School, she met her future husband,...

January 30, 2024

Roberta F. “Bobbie” (Johnson) Boucher of Ware, passed away unexpectedly at her home on January 30, 2024.  She was 73. Born on February 22, 1950, Bobbie was one of five children of Roberta (Kempton) Johnson and the late Russell Johnson.

Growing up in Melrose, Bobbie graduated from Melrose High School.  She moved away for several years, eventually...

January 29, 2024

Don W. Quon, longtime Melrose resident, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2024, at the age of 84. Born on October 22, 1939, in Hong Kong, one of four children of the late Gordon and S. Y. (Joe) Quon, Don’s journey led him to touch the lives of many and leave an indelible mark on those who had the...

January 29, 2024

Louisa M. Oliveira, longtime resident of Lynn, MA, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2024, at the age of 76. Surrounded by her loved ones, Louisa left behind a legacy of love, kindness, and warmth that will forever be remembered.

Born on August 3, 1947, in Medford, MA, Louisa was the daughter of the late George J....

January 25, 2024

Richard H. “Dick” Dodge, of Saugus, and formerly longtime resident of Melrose, passed away peacefully at Aberjona Nursing Center in Winchester on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at age 89.

Richard was born in Melrose on July 27, 1934, one of four sons of the late Bertram Dodge and Frances (Chapman) Dodge. Raised in Melrose, he graduated from...

January 24, 2024

Angelo J. Morello, a longtime resident of Melrose, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2024, at Phillips Manor Nursing Home in Lynn, at age 95.

Angelo was born on January 17, 1929, to Lena J. Morello (Comella) and John G. Morello. He was raised in Everett, MA, along with his sister, Anne. After high school, Angelo joined...

January 16, 2024

Robert Angelo Russo, 92 of Melrose Massachusetts, passed away peacefully in Melrose, MA on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

Born in Medford, MA on September 15, 1931, he was the son of the late Angelo Russo Jr. and the late Lena (Volpe) Russo.  Robert grew up in Malden, MA and graduated from Tilton Preparatory School in Tilton, New...

January 15, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Yvonne Sannicandro, who left us on January 15, 2024, at the age of 83.

Throughout her life, she exemplified kindness, compassion, and selflessness. She dedicated her life to her family, especially to her nieces and nephews, treating each one with the love and care...

January 13, 2024

Evelyn F. (Martin) DiNitto, resident of Melrose, passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at Lahey Hospital in Burlington.  She was 83.

Born in Lowell on January 24, 1940, Evelyn was one of six children of the late Daniel and Ruth (Riddock) Martin.  She was raised in Somerville and graduated from Somerville High School.

She...

January 11, 2024

Judy A. Lunzer, of Stoneham, formerly of Beverly, passed away peacefully at the Life Care Center of Stoneham on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at age 68.

She was born in Lynn on July 22, 1955, daughter of the late Alexander and Florence (Jackson) LeClair. Raised and educated in Danvers, she graduated from Danvers High School, and settled...

January 11, 2024

Frederick H. Humphreys, a beloved member of the Melrose community, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Sawtelle Hospice House in Reading, at the age of 89.

Born on April 15, 1934, in Malden, one of three children of the late Ormand H. and Mildred Esthelle (Olsen) Humphreys, Fred leaves behind a legacy of kindness,...

January 3, 2024

William J. O’Neill, longtime resident of Melrose, passed away peacefully at the Grand Rehab & Nursing Center in Valatie, NY on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at age 84.

Bill was born in Somerville on February 3, 1939, one of two sons of the late James J. O’Neill and Anna E. (Mullowney) O’Neill. Raised in Somerville, Bill attended...