Lynnfield Obituaries

Mercedes-Benz expert founded John’s Foreign Car Service, Inc. of Wakefield

Published in the May 31, 2017 edition

NORTH READING — John Melto, 77, of North Reading, formerly of Lynnfield, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 29, 2017 surrounded by his loving family.

John was the devoted husband of Yolanda (Gergely) Melto, with whom he shared 55…

Generously made her home a haven for family, friends

Published in the May 10, 2017 edition

PEABODY — Patricia Violet (Hall) O’Donnell, 81, of Peabody, wintering in Sebastian, Florida, went to Heaven to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 6, 2017 with the full support of her loving family.

She was born to the…

U.S. Army veteran served in World War II 

Published in the May 10, 2017 edition

LYNNFIELD — John P. Morrissey, 91, of Lynnfield, formerly of Dennis, died on Sunday, April 30, 2017 at Wingate at Reading Nursing Center of natural causes.

Born in Providence, Rhode Island, on August 25, 1925, he was the son of…

U.S. Naval aviator during WWII, worked as an attorney 

Published in the May 10, 2017 edition

LYNNFIELD — John Robert Gilbertson, Sr., 89, a long time, active resident of Lynnfield, died peacefully on May 2, 2017.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Elaine, and their children, John Jr. and his wife…

Administrative assistant worked at Town Hall

Published in the May 3, 2017 edition

READING — Mary A. McGlauflin, 94, of Reading and formerly of Lynnfield, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2017. Mary was known by all who met her as having a strong, loving and true spirit, that showed through even during her last…

Longtime resident of Lynnfield

Published in the April 26, 2017 edition

ROCK HILL, S.C. — Florence Elizabeth (Ferguson) Dickey, 91, passed away Saturday, April 22, 2017 at Westminster Health Care after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s Disease.

Mrs. Dickey was born in Charlotte, N.C. on August 21, 1925, the daughter of the late Richard Furman…

Devoted homemaker; worked for Lynnfield Water Dept.

Published in the April 26, 2017 edition

MIDDLETON — Priscilla M. Melanson, 87, of Middleton, formerly of Lynnfield and Wakefield, died Monday, April 17, 2017 at the Salem Hospital.

Born in Wakefield on September 23, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary (Rauseo) Carbone…

Accountant, owned Century Tire Co.

Published in the April 19, 2017 edition

LYNNFIELD — Joseph A. DeSalvo, 87, of Lynnfield and Palm Beach, Florida, died Friday, April 14, 2017 at Salem Hospital.

Born in Revere on January 29, 1930, he was the son of the late Charles and Madelyn (Russo) DeSalvo.

Mr. DeSalvo was raised…

Talented, artistic man

Published in the April 12, 2017 edition

LYNNFIELD — Peter J. Carapellucci III, 30, of Lynnfield passed away March 18 suddenly and unexpectedly at his home.

Born in Malden, Peter was the cherished son of Catherine J. (Marquardo) of Lynnfield and the late Peter J. Carapellucci Jr.

Peter was a 2004 graduate…

Owned Simco’s On The Bridge restaurant

Published in the April 5, 2017 edition

WAKEFIELD — James J. Driscoll, 67, of Wakefield, formerly of Canton, died suddenly Sunday, April 2, 2017 at the Lahey Clinic Medical Center in Burlington.

Born in Belmont on April 22, 1949, he was the son of the late John and Catherine…

Former Boston drummer

Published in the March 29, 2017 edition

LYNNFIELD — John T. “Sib” Hashian, a longtime Lynnfield resident, formerly of Lynn, died Thursday, March 23, 2017. Born in Boston on August 17, 1949, he was the son of the late James “Jack” and Giovanna “Jenny” (Trovato…

NHL defenseman won Stanley Cup with Bruins in 1970

Published in the March 29, 2017 edition

LYNNFIELD — Gary Walter Doak passed away peacefully at home on March 25, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer. Gary was born on February 25, 1946. He was a National Hockey League defenseman who played…