Melrose Obituaries

A man with a caring heart and funny wit

MELROSE — Stephen Vincent D’Arcangelo, 70, a resident of Melrose, passed away on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at a Saugus Healthcare facility.

Born on July 16,1951 in Malden, Stephen was one of four children of the late Anthony “Tony” and Mary (Renda) D’Arcangelo.

He grew up…

A humble, self-reliant man who was rooted in loyalty

MELROSE — William R. Barbato, a longtime resident of Melrose, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, February 18, 2022 at Melrose-Wakefield Hospital, at age 90.

William was born in Everett on December 31, 1931, one of six children of the late Edward and Rose…

A loving wife and mother who loved to travel

AMESBURY — Janice “Jan” Grace Reddington of Amesbury, formerly of Melrose, passed away on February 14, 2022 at her home with her loving husband by her side. Jan was born in Malden on June 26, 1950 to the late Warren and Grace (Judge) Pike. Jan grew…

A spiritual man whose kindness will be missed

MELROSE — George Henry “Hank” Copp, 85, of Melrose, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2022, surrounded by his loving wife of 65 years, Marie (Sheridan) Copp and his four daughters.

Hank is also survived by his sister Gladys Copp, whose special needs he always provided for…

The matriarch of her family; always cooked the Thanksgiving dinner

LYNN – Diane H. (Hazard) Ingersoll, 73, died at Alliance Health at Rosewood in Peabody after a long battle with cancer on February 21, 2022.

Diane was born in Weymouth on January 2, 1949 to the late James and Mary (Homer) Hazard. She was raised…

Family man, executive and entrepreneur

WINCHESTER — David F. O’Donnell of Winchester died peacefully on February 19 in Sarasota, Fla. at the age of 84. He was surrounded by his family and gently held his rosary beads, which brought him enduring peace. He was born in Everett, the son of Francis M. and Julia Walsh…

A strong woman with an independent spirit

BRADENTON, Fla. — On Saturday, February 12, 2022 the Lord called home Esther Frances McGurn who passed peacefully while at a Hospice House in Bradenton, Florida surrounded by family. She was weeks shy of her 98th birthday.

Esther was born in Haverhill and raised in the Fields Corner…

A talented cook and loving caretaker

CHELSEA — Nicoletta L. (Griffo) Incerto, of Chelsea, passed away peacefully at the age of 90 surrounded by family on February 10, 2022. Beloved wife of 70 years to the late Dr. Richard A. Incerto Sr. Loving mother of Roni M. Melisi of Sandwich and the late Richard A…

Had a warm smile and friendly personality, loved photography

WAKEFIELD — Francis “Frank” Hegarty was born the third of four siblings and lived his early years in Somerville. When duty called, he served in the Army 196th Field Artillery Battalion in the Korean conflict. After the war he returned to Massachusetts and completed a bachelor’s…

Former Superintendent of Melrose Public Schools; had a passion for life and learning

CHELSEA — Dr. Richard A. “Dick” Incerto Sr. of Chelsea passed away peacefully on February 9, 2022. Beloved husband of 70 years to the late Nicoletta L. (Griffo) Incerto. Loving father of Roni M Melisi of Sandwich and the late Richard A…

Enjoyed going to plays, movies and the beach

MELROSE — Lorraine M. (Gildea) McGovern, of Melrose, passed away surrounded by family at Aberjona Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Winchester, on Friday evening February 11, 2022, at the age of 86. Lorraine was born in Chelsea on July 21, 1935 to the late Maryellen (O’Brien) Gildea…

A lover of cats, baking and ballroom dancing

WAKEFIELD — Loureen R. Ramsdell, 95, a lifelong Wakefield resident passed away February 7, 2022 surrounded by her family at her home.

She was born in Melrose on November 7, 1926 and was the daughter of the late Clifford and Madge (Millar) Russell.

Mrs. Ramsdell was a…