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Anne M. “Auntie” (Connolly) Lyons, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at her home in Charlestown after a lengthy illness. She was 88 years old.

Anne was born in Boston and grew up in Charlestown where she attended Boston Public Schools and graduated from Charlestown High School in 1941. Anne worked in the Boston Naval Shipyard as a welder during World War II and then went on to work for First National Stores and Stop & Shop Stores and retired after 30 years of service.

Anne is the beloved wife of the late Edward I. “Whamo” Lyons. She is the devoted sister of James Connolly of Templeton, Frank Connolly of Wisconsin and the late Helen Keigney, Mary Mellen, Gertrude Connolly, Margaret McCormick, Rita Donovan, Catherine Connolly, Joseph Connolly and Jack Connolly. She is the loving aunt of Ann Crilley of Charlestown and many other nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Anne’s Funeral on Friday, April 20, 2012 at 9 a.m. from The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by her Funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Church, 55 Warren St. Charlestown at 10 a.m. Interment at Oak Grove Cemetery in Medford. Visiting hours will be on Thursday, April 19, 2012 from 2 to 7 p.m. in the funeral home.

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Linda M. (Reid) Alvarado, a 25 year resident of Chelsea and formerly of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Friday, April 20, 2012 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston following a lengthy illness. She was 62 years old.

Linda was born in Boston on August 4, 1949 to the late Arthur D. Reid and Tillie (Comeau) Reid. She grew up in Charlestown and attended the Boston Public School system. Linda worked for over 9 years as a school bus driver for the City of Boston. She enjoyed arts & crafts, playing bingo and cards.

Linda is the devoted mother of Abraham Reid and his wife Robin of Everett, Tracylee Reid and her husband Waheh of Florida, Raquel Alvarado-Ford of Charlestown and the late Marcus T. Alvarado. She is the loving Nana to October, Marcus Jr., Richard Jr., Christopher Jr., Nicholas, Patrick and Shaun. She is the beloved lifelong partner to Lee. She is the beloved sister of Margaret Arroyo, Arthur Reid II, Suzanne Mullen, Susan Durgin, Thomas Reid, Sandra Ortiz, Edward Reid and Michael Reid. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Linda’s Funeral on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at 9 a.m. from The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by her Funeral Mass in St. Francis De Sales Church, 313 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown at 10 a.m. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden. Visiting hours will be on Monday, April 23, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Linda’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Memphis, TN. 38101-9908.

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Anne T. Mooney, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Friday, April 20, 2012 at her home in Charlestown after an extended illness. She was 87 years old.

Anne was born in Boston on December 23, 1924 to the late Sylvester Mooney and Annie (Hickey) Mooney. She grew up in Charlestown and attended St. Mary’s Parochial School and then graduated from Mount St. Joseph High School in Brighton. Anne worked for over 30 years as a payroll supervisor for Whitings Milk Company and then 24 years with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a payroll supervisor.

Anne is the beloved daughter of the late Sylvester and Annie (Hickey) Mooney. She is the beloved sister of the late Rita Hickey, Sylvester J. Mooney and Loretta J. Driscoll. She is the loving aunt to James Hickey of New York, Midge Hickey of Louisiana, John Driscoll and his wife Margaret of Charlestown, Joseph Driscoll and his companion Ilse Sullivan of Lynn, Dennis Driscoll and his companion Cheryl Foley of Charlestown and great-aunt to John, Joseph and Elizabeth Driscoll. She is the dear lifelong friend of Weltha Bird of Kingston.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Anne’s Funeral Mass on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at 12:30 p.m. in St. Mary’s Church, 55 Warren St. Charlestown. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden. There are no funeral home visiting hours.

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Fernando F. Salazar, a resident of Charlestown and formerly of Dorchester, passed into eternal life on Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at his home in Charlestown following an extended illness. He was 69 years old.

Fernando was born in Lambayeque, Peru on January 14, 1943 to the late Felipe Salazar and Maria Delcarmen (Silva) Salazar. He grew up in Peru where he educated himself thru high school and college before immigrating to the United States in 1989. Fernando worked in the maintenance division for several hotels.

Fernando is the loving father of Martin Salazar of East Boston and Carlos Salazar of Saugus. He is the beloved brother of William, Ruben, Nelly and Esperanza.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours for Fernando on Thursday, May 3, 2012 from 4 to 7 p.m. followed by his Funeral Service at 7 p.m. in The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown.

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Maureen P. Brassil, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Sunday, May 13, 2012 at her home in Charlestown following a lengthy illness. She was 52 years old.

Maureen was born in Boston on January 15, 1960, one of 14 children to the late Thomas E. Brassil and Margaret (Toomey) Brassil. Maureen grew up in Charlestown and attended the Boston Public School system. Maureen has been an active member of The Life Focus Center in Charlestown for over 30 years.

Maureen is the devoted sister of Margaret Cameron and her late husband Paul of Hanson, Thomas Brassil and his wife Pam of Florida, John Brassil and his wife Marilyn of Charlestown, James Brassil and Sandy McCabe of Revere, Paul Brassil of Charlestown, Robert Brassil and his wife Lillian of Florida, Mary Luzzo and her husband Vincent of Lexington, Fred Brassil and his wife Linda of Wilmington, Richard Brassil and his wife Joyce of Seebrook, New Hampshire, Joseph Brassil and his wife Deidre of Bridgewater, William Brassil and his wife Katherine of Charlestown, the late Dorothy Gavin and her surviving husband Tom of East Bridgewater and the late Rita Carroll and her surviving husband Joe of Halifax. She is the loving aunt of many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and she is also survived by her friends at The Life Focus Center.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Maureen’s Funeral on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 9 a.m. from The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by her Funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Church, 55 Warren St. Charlestown at 10 a.m. Interment at St. Paul’s Cemetery in Arlington. Visiting hours Tuesday, May 15, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Maureen’s name to Beacon Hospice, 529 Main St. Suite 101, Charlestown, Mass. 02129.

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Paul E. Brassil, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at The Whidden Hospital in Everett following an extended illness. He was 68 years old.

Paul was born in Somerville on December 20, 1943, one of 14 children to the late Thomas E. Brassil and Margaret (Toomey) Brassil. He grew up in Charlestown where he attended the Boston Public School system and graduated from Charlestown High School. Paul enlisted into the United States Marine Corps on August 27, 1964 and served his country proudly and honorably and was wounded in action and recieved the Purple Heart for his injuries during the Vietnam Conflict. He was discharged on June 23, 1970 with the rank of Corporal. Paul worked several years as a technician for N.E. Telephone Company.

Paul is the devoted brother of Margaret Cameron and her late husband Paul of Hanson, Thomas Brassil and his wife Pam of Florida, John Brassil and his wife Marilyn of Charlestown, James Brassil and Sandi McKay of Revere, Robert Brassil and his wife Lillian of Florida, Mary Luzzo and her husband Vincent of Lexington, Fred Brassil and his wife Linda of Wilmington, Richard Brassil and his wife Joyce of Seabrook, New Hampshire, Joseph Brassil and his wife Deirdre of Bridgewater, William Brassil and his wife Katherine of Charlestown, the late Dorothy Gavin and her surviving husband Tom of East Bridgewater, the late Rita Carroll and her surviving husband Joe of Halifax and the late Maureen P. Brassil. He is the loving uncle of many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Paul’s visiting hours on Thursday, May 24, 2012 from 4 to 7 p.m. followed by his Funeral Service at 7 p.m. in The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown. Interment will be on Friday, May 25, 2012 at 10:45 a.m. in the Veterans National Cemetery in Bourne.

In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Paul’s name to The New England Shelter for Homeless Veterans, 17 Court St. Boston, Mass. 02108.

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Gertrude DeRoche, a resident of The Thelma Lacey House in Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Monday, May 21, 2012 at Neville Center at Fresh Pond in Cambridge after a lengthy illness. She was 92 years old.

Gertrude was born in Boston on January 28, 1920, a daughter of the late Henry and Anna DeRoche. Gertrude grew up in Boston where she attended the Boston Public School system before recieving her nursing degree.

Gertrude dedicated her life as a nurse at both the Holy Ghost Hospital in Boston and The Massachusetts Eye & Ear Hospital in Boston.

Gertrude’s Funeral Services and burial were held privately.

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Maria M. (Sigl) Kelley, a 12 year resident of Charlestown and formerly of Germany, passed into eternal life on Friday, May 25, 2012 unexpectedly at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. She was 53 years old.

Maria was born in Badtolz, Germany on June 22, 1958, one of 3 children to Maria (Rest) Sigl and Joseph Sigl. Maria grew up in Badtolz, Germany where she attended parochial school and graduated from high school. She attended and graduated from college in Munich, Germany. Maria was a Executive Assistant for a financial investment company in Boston for several years. Maria enjoyed cooking.

Maria is the loving wife of 18 years to Michael G. Kelley whom she met in Munich, Germany in 1992. She is the beloved daughter of Maria (Rest) Sigl and the late Joseph Sigl of Germany. She is the devoted sister of Michael Sigl of Germany and Joseph Sigl of Germany. She is also the loving aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Maria’s funeral services and burial will be held in Germany.

Memorial donations in Maria’s name maybe made to The American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St. Framingham, Mass. 01701.

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Douglas M. Titcomb, (Retired, Engine Co. 50, Boston Fire Dept.) a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Thursday, May 31, 2012 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston following a courageous battle with cancer. He was 70 years old.

Doug was born in Boston on February 24, 1942, one of 9 children of the late Albert E. Titcomb and Jennie S. (Juba) Titcomb. He grew up in Charlestown where he attended Boston Public Schools and graduated from Charlestown High School in 1961. Doug joined the Boston Fire Department and served for many years at Engine Company 50 in Charlestown. He retired several years ago. He was a member of The Boston Firefighters Union Local # 718 and The Halligan Club of Charlestown.

Doug is the beloved husband of 42 years to Elizabeth L. “Betsy” (Doherty) Titcomb. He is the devoted father of Jennifer Hoffman and her husband Jay of Roslindale and Douglas M. Titcomb Jr. of Charlestown. He is the loving Papa to Danielle Titcomb and Emily Hoffman. He is the beloved brother of Arthur Titcomb and his wife Dolores of New Hampshire, Richard Titcomb and his wife Glendean of New Hampshire and the late Lorna Titcomb, Fern Connolly, Jean Mihalis, Edward, Albert and Joseph Titcomb. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Doug’s visiting hours on Saturday, June 2, 2012 from 2 to 6 p.m. followed by his Funeral Service at 6 p.m. in The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown. Interment is private.

In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Doug’s name to The Charlestown Boys & Girls Club, 15 Green St. Charlestown, Mass. 02129.

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Candace A. “Chickie” (Donovan) LaPage, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Thursday, May 31, 2012 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston following an extended illness. She was 74 years old.

Chickie was born in Somerville on September 6, 1937, one of 7 children of the late John J. Donovan and Helen (Allard) Donovan. She grew up in Charlestown where she attended Boston Public Schools and graduated from Charlestown High School. Chickie was a homemaker where she dedicated her life to her daughter Kerri. She is a member of The Somerville City Club.

Chickie is the beloved wife of the late Alfred J. LaPage. She is the devoted and loving mother to Kerri A. Allen and her husband Thomas F. Allen of Everett. She is the beloved sister of John Donovan of Burlington, Lois Smith of Revere, Vincent Donovan of Revere and the late David Donovan, Jean Cahill and Edward Donovan. She is the loving friend of Joseph Cyr of Somerville. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Chickie’s Funeral on Monday, June 4, 2012 at 9 a.m. from The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by her Funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Church, 55 Warren St. Charlestown at 10 a.m. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. Visiting hours will be on Sunday, June 3, 2012 from 2 to 6 p.m. in the funeral home.

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Mary (Gee) Chin, age 103, of Charlestown, passed away on June 1, 2012. Mary was the beloved spouse of the late Edwin K.S. Chin. Devoted mother of Helen Chin Schlichte of Charlestown, Thomas Chin and spouse, May Y. of Newton, May C. Young and spouse Jerome of Hartford, CT, Theodore and spouse Jean of Somerville, David, Eleanor of Charlestown, Joseph T. and spouse Susan of Wilmington, Francis and spouse Wai Jit of Newton, and Philip A. Chin of Charlestown. Loving grandmother of Janice and spouse Farzan Rastinejad, L. Thomas and spouse Lynn Van Ummersen, Thomas, Sara and spouse Daniel Heckel, and Douglas and spouse Lisa Young, Katherine and Elizabeth Chin and Alexander Chin. Adored great grandmother of Jillian and Justin Rastinejad, Katie, Sarah and Lauren Chin, Nadia and Ivan Heckel, Jailee and Zoe Young.

Sixty-four years ago, Mary was left a widow with nine children ranging in age from two months to 15 years of age. This situation would have devastated most women but not this woman—she was gentle, kind and loving but strong and determined. She did not despair; she had a family to raise. She kept us all together by working long hours operating a hand laundry. And though we lived through some very hard times growing up, she remained independent and resourceful, refusing to accept welfare.

Mom was not fluent in English but she understood the value of education and encouraged each of us to obtain as much education as possible. She instilled in all of us the belief that with good character, some basic tools and a solid educational foundation, we could fully participate in the American Dream and take our rightful place in society. Thanks to our remarkable Mom, we are all college graduates; most have gone on to graduate school and all are first-rate professionals in their own right.

Mom taught us not to long for material things, but rather to strive for excellence in all things and at the same time to help one another and to help those in need. Like background music in our minds, we could hear her saying, “Don’t waste time. Save your money. Work a little harder.” We are blessed that we had this amazing woman, this great lady as our Mother.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Tuesday, June 5 from 5 pm – 8 pm at the Frank H. Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill Street, Charlestown. A celebration of Mom’s life will be held in the funeral home on Wednesday, June 6 at 10 am. Interment Forest Hills Cemetery, Jamaica Plain. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial donations to South Cove Nursing Facilities Foundation, Inc., 120 Shawmut Avenue, Boston, MA 02118.

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John W. “Softy” McNamara, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Sunday, June 3, 2012 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston following a brief illness with cancer. He was 79 years old.

Softy was born in Boston on September 20, 1932, one of 6 children of the late William H. McNamara and Winifred (Welch) McNamara. Softy grew up in Charlestown where he attended Boston Public Schools and graduated from Charlestown High School in 1952. He enlisted into the United States Army on January 19, 1953 and served his country honorably and proudly during the Korean Conflict. He was discharged on December 29, 1954 with the rank of Corporal. Softy worked for over 44 years as a Steam Ship Clerk on the Boston waterfront and was a member of The Steam Ship Clerk’s Union Local # 1066. Softy was very involved in all aspects of sports during his lifetime and enjoyed coaching the Charlestown Softball Team for many years and also coached several other softball teams in the Boston and surrounding communities. Many years ago, Softy was the stick boy for the Boston Bruins and a penalty time keeper for the Boston Braves farm club. He enjoyed coaching basketball at the Charlestown Boys Club many years ago. He was a former member of the 520 Club and Bottom of The Hub Club in Charlestown.

Softy is the devoted and loving husband of 20 years to Geraldine M. Ridings. He is the beloved brother of Lillian Condon of Waltham, William McNamara of Braintree and the late Helen McNamara, Ethel Callahan and Daniel McNamara. He is the loving uncle of many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and survived by his many loyal friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Softy’s Funeral on Thursday, June 7, 2012 at 9 a.m. from The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by his Funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Church, 55 Warren St. Charlestown at 10 a.m. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. Visiting hours on Wednesday, June 6, 2012 from 3 to 7 p.m. in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Softy’s name to The Charlestown Boys & Girls Club, 15 Green St. Charlestown, Mass. 02129.

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Rita M. (O’Neill) Healey, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at her home in Charlestown following a brief illness with cancer. She was 91 years old.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Rita’s Funeral on Friday, June 8, 2012 at 9 a.m. from The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by her Funeral Mass in St. Francis De Sales Church, 313 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown at 10 a.m. Visiting hours will be on Thursday, June 7, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home.

More information to follow.

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Helen E. (Howard) Cooper age 95 of Salem, NH, died Monday at Haverhill Crossing, Haverhill, MA.

She was born in Charlestown, MA, grew up and was educated in Somerville, MA. She was a resident of Salem for the past 65 years.

Mrs. Cooper worked as a Tax Examiner for 20 years for the IRS in Andover, MA. Previously she worked at the Charlestown Navy Ship Yard reading blue prints. She was a member of Mary Queen of Peace Church in Salem, where she was a life time member of the Degree of Honor, Active in the Woman’s Guild, and the Shawl Ministries. She enjoyed bowling and was an avid golfer, and played until the age of 91. She gave freely of both time and money to various charities, highlighted by her charity to Mary Queen of Peace Church.

She was predeceased by her husband John F. “Jack” Cooper Sr., and her brothers: Edward, Vincent, & Richard Howard.

She is survived by her Daughters:
Rosemary & her husband John Ventrillo of West Palm Beach, FL
Maureen & her husband Patrick Long of Sun City, FL
Janet & her husband George Holden of Salem, NH

Sons: John F. Jr. & his wife Marjorie Cooper of Black Mountain, NC
Robert E. & his wife Heike Cooper of Jaffrey, NH

Brother: J.P. & his wife Donna Howard of Jacksonville, FL

5 Grandchildren, 2 Great Grandchildren, Several Nieces & Nephews.

There are no calling hours. Funeral services will be private for the family. Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Salem, NH. has care of the arrangements.

Memorial donations may be made to the: Greater Salem Caregivers, PO Box 2316, Salem, NH 03079.

View Full Information → Helen E. (Howard) Cooper 6/11/2012 Salem, NH / Charlestown, MA / Somerville, MA

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Charles R. “Charlie” Upton, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at Winchester Hospital in Winchester following an extended illness. He was 71 years old.

Charlie was born in Boston on December 25, 1940, one of 10 children of the late Joseph A. Upton and Emily (Herring) Upton. Charlie grew up in Charlestown where he attended the Boston Public School system. He enlisted into the United States Army on November 19, 1963 and served his country proudly and honorably during the Vietnam Conflict. He was discharged on November 18, 1965 with the rank of Private First Class. Charlie began his career as a barber over 55 years ago and was owner of Charles Robert Haircutter in Somerville for over 40 years and then moved his business to Thompson Square in Charlestown as Charles Robert Haircutter II for the last 15 years.

Charlie is the devoted and loving brother of Melvin Upton and his wife Sissy of Charlestown, Emily Lorino and her husband Anthony of Stoneham, Maureen Doherty of Hampton, New Hampshire, Herbert Upton and his wife Carol of Malden, Blanche Pappas-Demling of Bridgeton, Maine, John Upton and his wife Virginia of Derry, New Hampshire, Ruth Capraro and her husband Richard of Medford and the late Joseph J. Upton and Margaret Fitzpatrick. He is also the loving uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Charlie’s Funeral on Saturday, June 16, 2012 at 9 a.m. from The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by his Funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Church, 55 Warren St. Charlestown at 10 a.m. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden. Visiting hours will be on Friday, June 15, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home.

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Evelyn M. (Manson) Autobee, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Thursday, June 28, 2012 at Melrose-Wakefield Hospital in Melrose following a brief illness. She was 81 years old.

Evelyn was born in Boston on May 7, 1931, a daughter of the late Peter Manson and Grace (Burns) Manson. Evelyn grew up in Charlestown and attended the Boston Public School system. Evelyn was a homemaker who dedicated her adult life to her family.

Evelyn is the beloved wife of the late Joseph G. Autobee. She is the devoted mother of Donna M. Autobee of Charlestown, Valerie A. Autobee of Charlestown and the late Linda Autobee. Sheis the loving Nana to Justin Autobee. She is the beloved sister of Louise Devlin of Malden and the late Eleanor Dudley.

Evelyn’s Funeral Services and burial were held privately.

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Margaret E. Powers, a resident of Lowell and formerly of Dorchester, passed into eternal life on Monday, July 2, 2012 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston following a brief illness. She was 48 years old.

Margaret was born in Boston on May 24, 1964, a daughter of Richard Sanzi Jr. and the late Barbara (Powers). She grew up in Dorchester where she attended Boston Public Schools and graduated from Dorchester High School. Margaret worked as a waitress for several years and enjoyed caring for her family.

Margaret is the loving mother of Barbara, Michael & Ricky. She is the devoted sister of Robert, Kathy, Nancy, Derek, Freddie, Geraldine, Danny, Barbara Ann And the late Tony. She is also survived by her 4 grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours for Margaret on Thursday, July 5, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. in The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown and her Graveside Service on Friday, July 6, 2012 at 11 a.m. at Cedar Grove Cemetery, 920 Adams St. Dorchester.

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Joseph A. McLaughlin, a resident of Everett for over 40 years, passed into eternal life unexpectedly on Friday, July 6, 2012 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. He was 74 years old.

Joe was born in Medford on November 29, 1937 one of 3 children of the late Anthony J. McLaughlin and Margaret L. (Cremins) McLaughlin. Joe grew up in Somerville where he attended St. Joseph’s Parochial School in Medford and graduated from Somerville High School in 1955. Joe was drafted by the San Francisco Giants of the National Baseball League and played in their farm system for over 3 years in the early 1960′s. He worked as a Typesetter for Daniel’s Printing Company in Everett for over 30 years before retiring. Joe was a “Gentle- Man”.

Joe is the loving brother of David J. McLaughlin of San Diego, California and Sr. Laura Ann “Betty” McLaughlin SP of Ocean Grove, New Jersey. He is the devoted cousin of Connie Tracy and her late husband Tom Tracy of Everett.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Joe’s Funeral on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at 8:45 a.m. from The Carr Funeral Home, 1159 Main St. Melrose followed by his Funeral Mass in St. Anthony’s Church, 38 Oakes St. Everett at 10 a.m. Interment will be private. Visiting hours will be on Monday, July 9, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Joe’s name to Emmaus House, 21 Main Avenue, Ocean Grove, New Jersey 07756.

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Michael J. Burton, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life unexpectedly on Saturday, July 7, 2012. He was 51 years old.

Mike was born in Boston on April 27, 1961, a son to Judy M. (Ring) Burton and the late Robert E. Burton. Mike grew up in Charlestown where he attended Boston Public Schools and graduated from Charlestown High School in 1978. Mike had been working as a warehouse supervisor for a local food distributor.

Mike is the loving father of Bridget Burton. He is the loving son of Judy M. (Ring) Burton and the late Robert E. Burton. He is the devoted brother of Kathy Riley and her husband Richard, Nancy Murphy, Robert Burton Jr. and his wife Patricia, Maureen Minichello and Jim Burton. He is the loving uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours for Mike on Wednesday morning, July 11, 2012 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by his Funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Church, 55 Warren St. Charlestown at 10 a.m. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden.

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Josephine L. (Collins) Stone, a lifelong resident of Charlestown, passed into eternal life on Thursday, July 12, 2012 at her daughters home in Charlestown after a long illness. She was 93 years old.

Josephine was born in Boston on August 23, 1918, a daughter of the late Daniel Collins and Sarah (Connors) Collins. Josephine grew up in Charlestown where she attended the Boston Public School system. Josephine worked for over 20 years as a Teachers Aide for the Boston Public System.

Josephine is the beloved wife of the late Herbert B. Stone. She is the devoted mother of Helen O’Donnell of Charlestown, Sally Denn of Weymouth, Beverly Gallagher of Florida, Martha Dwyer of Charlestown, Roger Britton of Charlestown and the late Herbert Stone and Robert Stone. She is the loving grandmother of 10 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She is also pre-deceased by 7 brothers and sisters.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours for Josephine on Monday morning, July 16, 2012 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown followed by her Funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Church, 55 Warren St. Charlestown at 10 a.m. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden.

In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Josephine’s name to Hallmark Health Hospice, 178 Savin St. Suite 300, Malden, Mass. 02148.

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