All Obituaries

Barbara Louise (Letson) Nimblett, a lifelong resident of Winthrop, died peacefully on May 22, 2023, at the age of 97 while in hospice care at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers. She made the decision while a patient at Massachusetts General Hospital to cease her medical care and finish her life in a hospice environment, trusting her faith in God and fully aware that her earthy life would no longer sustain her. Before her passing, Barbara celebrated the Last Rites with her longtime...

Dorothy L. Benoit-Scansaroli of East Boston passed away at the Ruth McLain Hospice in Braintree on April 23, 2024. She was 84 years old. Born in Framingham, she was the beloved daughter of the late Jennie (Alluzio) and Premo Scansaroli. A long-time resident of East Boston, she worked as a purchasing agent prior to her retirement. She was the devoted wife of the late John E. Benoit and the dear sister of the late Arlene Chao and Jean O'Lasky. She is also survived by several loving nieces...

Anne T. Broder, born April 12, 1942, beloved daughter of the late Lillian (Verdi) and Joseph Broder, passed away peacefully under hospice care on April 20, 2024 after a long illness. She was a life-long Winthrop resident, dedicating her life to her family, friends and community. Anne was the dear sister of Elaine Broder Dillon of Winthrop, Richard Broder and his wife Poong-cha of New Mexico, Carol Broder of Revere and Robert Broder of Winthrop. She was the adored godmother of Susan Dillon...

Joseph A. Bertino of Winthrop passed away at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington on April 23, 2024. He was 83 years old. Born in Winthrop, he was the beloved son of the late Mary (Iozzo) and Carmello Bertino. A resident of Winthrop for over 60 years, he worked as a manager in electronics for BLH prior to his retirement. He was a life member of the Winthrop Yacht Club, a Town Meeting Member, member of the Point Shirley Association and a volunteer with the local Boy Scouts. He was also an avid...

David Ernest Lessard, a respected police lieutenant and cherished member of the Winthrop community, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2024. Born in Boston on March 12, 1955, to Ernest and Muriel Lessard, David remained a lifelong resident of Winthrop, Massachusetts, dedicating his life to his family and community. David is survived by his loving wife, Karen Connolly of Everett, with whom he shared countless cherished moments and a beautiful family. Together, they raised four children:...

Maripat Raiter (Mitchell), age 66, of Winthrop MA, passed away peacefully at Care Dimensions Hospice House in Lincoln, MA, on April 15, 2024. She was the loving wife of Richard P. Raiter (Rick) for 27 years and the beloved mother of Colin P. Raiter. Born on August 24, 1957, she was the daughter of the late Joseph L. Mitchell and Elizabeth A. Mitchell (O’Connell). She was raised in Norfolk, MA and spent her childhood summers at the family cottage in Portsmouth, RI. In addition to her...

Karen A. Ferullo of Lunenburg MA, formerly of Winthrop MA, passed away unexpectedly with her family by her side on April 7th, 2024. Karen is survived by her beloved wife Ellen J. Rhode, loving sister of Robert "Bob" Ferullo of Winthrop, Lynn Ardolino (Ferullo) & husband Eddie of Saugus, Mark Ferullo and wife Carol of Winthrop, and Jeffrey Ferullo & wife Patti of Georgia. Cherished Aunt of Kevin, Taylor Marie, Edward Anthony, Chris, Carlie, and Great Aunt of...

Linda Patton, aged 71, passed away in her home on April 11, 2024. She was born May 23, 1952, in Norristown, PA. In the 70s, Linda would become a lifelong resident of Winthrop, MA. In the winter, she spent her time with her husband, Roger Lambert, at their winter lodge in Bartlett, NH, enjoying Cranmore Mountain alongside their friends. Linda was the M.I.T. Residential Life & Dining Assistant Director, where she worked in the Off-Campus Housing Division of Student Life for over 30 years....

Marie Teresa Doucette, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully in her home in Winthrop, MA on April 5th 2024. Marie was born on May 15, 1936 in Belmont, MA to her late parents Angelina and Artelio Scarfo. She was preceded in death by her husband John “Lou” Doucette, her brother George Scarfo and her son-in-law Anthony Cicconi. In May, she would have been 88 years old. Marie was the loving mother of Denise Cicconi, John Doucette and his wife Doreen, Robert...

Thomas Francis Vargus, 78, of Debary, Florida, formerly of Peabody, Winthrop and East Boston, passed away at the Halifax Health Hospice after a courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease. He was the devoted husband of Darlene (Anderson) with whom he shared 45 years. He was born in East Boston, MA on October 16, 1946 to James and Ethel Vargus (Ibraham). Thomas (Tom) graduated from East Boston High School class of 1963. After graduation he got married and started his family and worked for...