Obit Pending Services Pending for next Sunday and Monday 8/16-17

Diane L. Castellana, or Mimi to her loving family, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly after a short illness at the age of 77. She will be remembered for her warmth, strength, humor, generosity, and the active, devoted love she gave to her family and friends. Diane was the beloved wife of Angelo for 41 years. She was a loving mother to Angelo's daughters Donna and Terri and grandmother to their children Catherine, Jackson, Julia and Benjamin. She was a devoted sister to Kathleen and ...

Americo "Rick" Sapienza February 8, 1936 – August 2, 2026 Americo “Rick” Sapienza, father, husband, friend, standout athlete, educator, coach, mentor, and beloved member of the Peabody and Everett communities, passed away on August 2, 2026, at the age of 90. His life was defined by excellence, leadership, service, and an unwavering commitment to helping others reach their full potential. Born on February 8, 1936, Rick grew up in Everett, Massachusetts, where he ...

Charles Patrick Jackson, of Andover, Massachusetts, peacefully passed away on July 27, 2026. Born on March 17,1967, at St. Mary's Hospital in West Palm Beach, Florida, Charles was the beloved son of Osborne and Joan Jackson. Charles graduated from Forest Hill High School in West Palm Beach with the Class of 1985. During his school years, he was actively involved in chorus, student government, and drama. He served as Freshman Class President, performed in school plays, and was a proud ...

Patricia M. (Brown) Howard, born September 3, 1953, age 72, of Brentwood, New Hampshire passed away on July, 15, 2026. Born in Malden, MA, she was the beloved daughter of the late Patricia Palladino & Harold T. Brown and step daughter to the late Pat Palladino. Patricia grew up in Malden, MA surrounded by loving family. She was the devoted wife of 49 years to former Malden Police Officer Paul G. Howard and the devoted mother to Paul R. Howard and the late  Michael J. Howard of ...

Charlene Audrey Casey, known lovingly as Char, was a woman whose life was marked by selfless devotion, creative spirit, and deep love for the people and causes that mattered most to her. Born on January 19, 1943, in Norwalk, Connecticut, and passing away on July 10, 2026, in Plano, Texas, after a stroke, she lived a life that quietly and powerfully reminded others what it means to serve, to love, and to keep giving of oneself with grace. Char grew up with a steady heart and a determined ...

Richard J. Cawthorne, born March 1, 1946, of Topsfield, Massachusetts, formerly of Winthrop, Massachusetts, son of the late George Cawthorne and Grace (McNeil) Cawthorne, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on July 9, 2026, after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. Richie is survived by his devoted wife, Mary (Boncore) Cawthorne of 54 years, building a family life together filled with joy and laughter.  He was a dedicated and proud father of Andrea (Joseph) ...

Kathryn (Kay) Hannon White, 95, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 5, 2026 at the Jeffrey and Susan Brudnick Center for Living surrounded by her loving family. She was the devoted wife of the late Dr. William White Sr., with whom she shared fifty-one years of marriage. Born in Beverly, on October 31, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Margaret (O’Neill) Hannon.  Kathryn was raised and educated in Swampscott and was a graduate of Swampscott High School before ...

Claudette M. Sawtelle, known to many as Dee, was born on May 11, 1935, in Waterville, Maine, and passed away with her family by her side on July 3, 2026, in Danvers, Massachusetts, leaving behind a life of steadfast love, grace, and quiet devotion.  Dee was the beloved wife of Kenneth E. Sawtelle, and together they shared a union of enduring affection and loyal companionship. She was a devoted mother to Stuart, Alan and his wife Terry, Scott and his wife Kristin, Chris and his wife ...

Ben Vasapoli, passed away on July 2, 2026, in Naples, Florida, after a long full life at the age of 104. Born on September 28, 1921, in Boston, Massachusetts, he was a veteran of the United States Army in World War II during the Battle of the Bulge  Those who knew him described him as friendly, loving, and interesting, a man whose presence could brighten a room and whose stories often held the attention of everyone nearby. Ben as an Optician built a respected career as president of ...