All Obituaries

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:...

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...

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...

Marie P. Gauthier of Winthrop and formerly of the North End passed away peacefully at home with her daughter by her side on March 27, 2024. She was 84 years old. Born in the North End of Boston, she was the beloved daughter of the late Antoinette (Staffieri) and Michael Benincasa.   Marie was a devoted Catholic. She worked for years as the Secretary/Office Admin/Manager for St. Leonard's Church until she moved to Winthrop.  Her love and devotion to/for her parish was shown in...

Frances B. Milito (Chubby), beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at the Kaplan Family Hospice House on March 25th, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.  Born on October 12, 1936, in East Boston, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Gertrude (Rose) Sylvester.  Wife of the late Salvatore J Milito.  Sister of the late John Sylvester.  She graced this world with her presence for 87  years. Frances leaves behind her daughters Anne...

Glenn H. Carr of Winthrop, MA died March 30th 2024. He was the son of the late E. Gordon Carr and Loretta Carr. He was born in Gardner MA. He graduated from Gardner High in 1967 and received his BA in History from Clark University in 1971. He graduated from the Professional Chef Program at the Cambridge School of Culinary Arts in 1986 and was the Executive Pastry Chef at the Boston Marriott Long Wharf.  Glenn was a lover of good food and wine. An avid keeper of plants and flowers, his...

Anthony Jan Saponaro of Revere, passed away unexpectedly March 27,2024 at the age of 69.  Born April 4,1954  in  Boston Ma. Jan was a lifelong resident of Revere but also enjoyed the home he owned in North Reading. From a young age, Jan was an integral member of the various Saponaro successful ventures that his Father Anthony (Tony) founded. Beginning with the well known "Las Vegas Nights " and "Tiffany's Restaurant" in Everett to one of New...

Deborah M. Madden of Winthrop passed away at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston on March 16, 2024. She was 71 years old. Born in Malden, she was the beloved daughter of the late Alice J. (Frazier) and Wesley P. Alexander. A resident of Winthrop for over 48 years, she worked for the Town of Winthrop for many years in the Water Department and the Cemetery Department where she still worked up until her passing. She was the loving mother of Melissa Currier and her husband Brian of...

Leona P. Messina of East Boston passed away at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston on February 27, 2024. She was 54 years old. Born in Boston, she was the beloved daughter of the late Patricia (Casey) and Phil Messina. A life-long resident of East Boston, she worked as an administrative assistant for the court system. She was the dear sister of Joe Messina of Rowley, Kenny Messina of Winthrop and the late Jimmy Messina. Leona is also lovingly remembered by her Aunts, Uncle, Nieces,...

Krista M. Chandler of Swampscott, MA earned her well-deserved angel wings on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at Salem Hospital after a long illness. Family was paramount to Krista. She was the beloved daughter of Marianne Chandler of Swampscott, MA and the late Paul Chandler. She is also survived by her much-loved aunts and uncles, John and Kathy Page of Winthrop, MA; Paul Page and his partner Kathy Housewart of Sarasota, FL; Maureen (Page) and Joe Preble of Hampstead, NH; Chuck and Lisa Page of...