Melrose Obituaries

James Crowley

US Army veteran

MELROSE — James C. Crowley, of Melrose and Hallandale, FL died on February 18. Born in Boston on May 7, 1938 to the late Degna (Ward) and Lawrence Crowley. He was raised in Brighton and graduated from St. Sebastian’s School in Needham then attended Boston College on a full academic scholarship from

 

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Cynthia Watkins, 87

Avid crafter who loved her cats and listening to music

MELROSE — Cynthia J. Watkins, 87, passed away peacefully at home with her daughter on February 17.

Born on June 11, 1937 in Oneida, NY of Kenneth and Gladys Collier, Cynthia was a mother, wife, aunt, best friend and teacher who will be sorely missed.

 

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David Martorelli, 78

US Army veteran

MELROSE — David M. Martorelli, a lifelong resident of Melrose and cherished community figure known affectionately as “Mr. Melrose” passed away on February 18 at the age of 78. Born on July 8, 1946 to the late Armellino and Mary (Cardillo) Martorelli, David’s life was characterized by his enduring commitment to his

 

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Linda Hong, 91

An avid Celtics fan who enjoyed dancing

MELROSE — Mrs. Linda Eng Hong, 91, a longtime resident of Melrose passed away peacefully on February 20 in the loving arms of her children surrounded by her grandchildren and family.

Linda was born in Canton, China, daughter of the late Dr. Sing Che Ng and late Mrs. Chik…

 

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Joan Bell, 64

She was the heart of her family

MELROSE — Joan E. (MacMillen) Bell, a lifelong resident of Melrose died unexpectedly on February 13 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

 

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Robert Wentworth, 85

US Army veteran who loved golf

SALEM, NH — Robert W. Wentworth, of Salem, NH where he resided with his son William and formerly of Windham, NH, Andover and a native of Melrose, passed away peacefully on February 75 at the age of 85. 

Born on November 5, 1939 in Melrose, one of two…

 

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Carol Newell, 92

Cherished mother and grandmother

MELROSE — Carol A. (Thoms) Newell, 92, passed away peacefully on February 18. She was a longtime resident of Melrose. Carol was born on December 19, 1932 in Roslindale to the late Marjorie (Randall) and Henry Thoms. Carol married her high school sweetheart David E. Newell on February 7, 1953 and

 

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Thomas Grant, 86

Enjoyed boating, swimming and traveling

MELROSE — Thomas H. “Sonny” Grant, a longtime resident of Melrose passed away on Wednesday, February 12 at Melrose-Wakefield Hospital, at age 86.  

Sonny was born in Boston on July 21, 1938. One of six children of the late Horatio and Louise (Walsh) Grant, he was raised and educated…

 

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Joseph DiPietro, 70

Family was his greatest joy

SWAMPSCOTT — Joseph F. DiPietro of Swampscott tragically passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 16 at the age of 70. 

He was born in Boston on November 30, 1954 to the late Mary Grace DiPietro and Frank DiPietro. Joseph spent his formative years in Somerville. He pursued his education

 

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David Dolaher

Enjoyed working with his hands, traveling and meeting new friends

HARWICH PORT — David Joseph Dolaher, of Harwich Port, formerly of Melrose and North Andover passed away peacefully on February 17. 

Born in Melrose on September 11, 1939, graduated from St Mary’s Elementary School and the Newman School in Boston. He was a life-long

 

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Connie Testa, 86

Loved cars, the beach and sunshine

MELROSE — 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.

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Catherine Bibilos, 84

Talented florist who loved to sing

MELROSE — Catherine C. “Kaye” Bibilos, affectionately known as “Saint Kaye” age 84 passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, February 11. 

Kaye, daughter of the late Peter and Sophia (Lembesis) Chaconas was born in Woburn on June 8, 1940 and was a graduate of…

 

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