Philip Joseph Zagarri, born and raised in Chelsea, MA passed away peacefully on November 28, 2023, at the age of 68.    Phil is survived by his devoted wife, Beverly Zagarri. Together, they raised their son, Andrew, who along with his wife Brooke, brought immense joy to Phil's life. Phil's legacy continues through his cherished grandchildren, Shea and Flynn Zagarri. He is also survived by his brother, Anthony "Ronnie" Zagarri. Phil was predeceased by his father,...

Joan Patricia Stentiford, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2023, after a brief illness. A Boston native, Joan was born on December 16, 1945, and spent her life dedicated to nursing, family, and the pursuit of laughter.  Educated at Notre Dame Academy of Hingham and a proud graduate of Melrose Wakefield Hospital School of Nursing class of 1968, Joan held many titles in nursing leadership and bedside care throughout her career. She was particularly passionate about working with the...

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In Loving Memory of LeRoy Christie LeRoy (Roy) Christie, a devoted husband and family man passed peacefully into the presence of God on November 15, 2023.  He was 91 years old. Born in 1932, Roy was the beloved husband of Lorraine (Neal) Christie for 43 years. Roy's unwavering dedication to his family was evident in the love and commitment he shared with his wife, Lorraine.  Roy served his country with honor and courage, deploying to Korea in 1952. Following his military...

Yuri Nanushev, age 87, of Middleton, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, November 7th, 2023.Yuri was born in Baku, Azerbaijan on June 12, 1936, to Levon Nanushev and Sofya Nanusheva (Shkoyan). His early years were marked by adversity as he tragically lost both parents at a young age, leaving him under the care of his elder brother Sergey and sister Anna. Together, Yuri and his siblings persevered through the challenges of World War II and its aftermath. Despite the...

It is with great sadness that the family of Jay R. Meuse announces his passing on Tuesday, November 7,2023, at the age of 83. Born in Stoneham MA, on April 27, 1940, to James R. Meuse and Mildred I. Lewis, Jay was a devoted husband to Donna M. Meuse. As the proud patriarch of a strong family, he was a supportive father to Shawn and his wife Annmarie, Jason and his wife Jill, Jaimi, Kerry and her long-term partner, Marcus Rezza, and daughter-in-law Janet Preston. Jay was...

Leo Sutera, 90, of Lynnfield, MA and Marco Island, FL passed away on November 4th surrounded by his family. Leo was born February 25th 1933 in the North End of Boston to Vincenzo Sutera and Calogera (Ragusa) who immigrated from Sciacca, Sicily in the early 1900s. A first generation American, Leo personified the American dream. From an early age, Leo demonstrated an entrepreneurial spirit, embodying his personal mantra: The Harder I Worked, the Luckier I Got. With his shoeshine kit in hand,...

Edith Winskowicz (Pollard), age 77, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 2, 2023, at her home in Middleton, MA after a courageous battle with cancer.  Edith was born on Nov 1, 1946, in Lynn, MA to Edward and Lillian Pollard, and also raised by her aunt, Doris Savoie. She graduated from Danvers High School in 1964. After a few semesters at Salem State College, she acquired many entrepreneurial skills. She was a realtor, directed a fundraising company, and owned several jewelry...

Frederick Grato, 75, passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 28, 2023, at Blueberry Hill Rehab in Beverly, Fred was born in Boston on February 1, 1948, and was a longtime resident of both East Boston and Saugus. He is survived by his wife, Judy; their son Stephen, his wife Adrienne, and their two children - Cameron and Bennett; also, their second son, Jason; and finally, their third son Andrew, his wife Arielle, and their two children - Leon and Anne. Outside of his immediate family,...

Peabody, MA- Michele A. “Shelly” (Locke) McLaughlin, age 51, of Peabody, died unexpectedly at home on October 26, 2023, after a long-term illness. She was the devoted and loving wife of Brian McLaughlin, the love of her life. The were married for 21 years. Michele was born in Lynn on January 17, 1972, the daughter of Marlene (Morra) Locke and the late Donald Locke.  She grew up in Nahant and loved spending summers at the beach. She held many degrees, but it was her BS in...