Page 16 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 9, 2020 OBITUARIES Jane E. Harlow 89, for - merly of M alden, died on October 2, 2020. She was predeceased by her parents Robert and Ellen Carlson Harlow in 1957 and by her sister Louise in 1999. Ms. Harlow was an elegant, confident, “take charge” person from an early age. She started her career as a bank teller, eventually becoming the assistant to the bank’s president. In addition to her career, she competently handled many personal challenges, including the care of her mother with cancer and later her sister. She also provided regular blood transfusions for a close friend’s grandson. While Jane was a successful “career girl”, she also knew how to enjoy herself, partaking of all the culinary and cultural delights of Boston and cities throughout the world. She and her sister Louise traveled extensively, leaving her with many tales to tell in her later years. During retirement, Ms. Harlow volunteered with Mystic Valley Elder Services where she provided transportation and support. She was also an avid reader, crossword puzzle enthusiast, knitter and seamstress making many sets of doll clothes for charity functions before her vision deteriorated. She will be greatly missed by her remaining friends and family. The children and grandchildren of her close cousin Barbara are very thankful for all the happy hours she and Louise spent with them at the beach, eating Len Libby’s candies at the farm in Maine, playing card and board games and having tea parties with dolls. They would like to sincerely thank Larry of Atria Maplewood, Malden and the caring staff of Quarry Hill, Camden, ME for befriending, caring for and valuing Jane these past few years. For those of you who knew her, raise a glass of Scotch to honor an exceptionally fine woman. Services will be private per Ms. Harlow’s wish. Memorial donations may be made to melrosesymphony.org. ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ MALDEN BOARD OF APPEAL PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Board of Appeal will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 6:30 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada), via remote hearing, on Petition 20-009 by Sweet Home Furniture for a variance of MCC 4.16.090.c.2.a Chapter 4 of the revised Ordinances of 2020 as amended of the City of Malden. Formerly known as Section 3.35.9.3.2.1 Chapter 3, of the Revised Ordinances of 1991 as Amended of the City of Malden, Sign Design Control Ordinances. Namely, Dimensional Controls for sign size, as per Plans SGER-032060-2019 at the property known as and numbered 54 Broadway, Malden, MA and also known by City Assessor’s Parcel ID # 125-481-103 The hearing will be hosted by the City of Malden on Zoom and will be accessible to members of the public who are invited to attend and provide comments via remote participation by accessing the following link and/or telephone: Please click on the link below to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/97655300166?pwd=akFWQTFnZHNITEZwRTJmenBTYkxPQT09 Passcode: 323206 Or iPhone one-tap: US: +16465189805,,97655300166#,,,0#,,323206# or +19294362866,,97655300166#,,,0#,, 323206# Or Telephone: Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 646 518 9805 or +1 929 436 2866 Webinar ID: 976 5530 0166 Passcode: 323206 International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/adaauZbbRv Additional information, Petition & plans available for public review in the Office of Inspectional Services, 215 Pleasant St., 3rd floor, Malden MA or online at www.cityofmalden.org or https://permits.cityofmalden.org/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService. By: Nathaniel Cramer, Chair October 2 & 9, 2020 Edna G. (Duggan) LaFarge Of Mel - rose for - merly longtime res - iden t of Malden, at the age of 89, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 1, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Edna was born and raised in Somerville where she met and married her high school sweetheart Leo. They moved to Malden and raised their 5 daughters. Over the next 47 years of marriage their family grew, adding 13 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren to their family tree. After her husband’s passing, Edna later moved to Melrose where she would spend her remaining years living independently. She was able to remain independent until a recent fall when her daughters were able to keep her in her home and provide around-the-clock care. They will cherish this time spent with her in her last days. Edna was employed as a nurse’s aide for many years at the former Normandy House Nursing Home. She then went on to become a home health aide with Intercity Homemakers. Towards the end of her career she provided private inhome care for some wonderful people who considered her to be "like family." She truly enjoyed taking care of the elderly and those in need. Edna loved people. She always greeted anyone she met with a smile and a warm hello. She had good friends that remained close to her through the years. Her closest and most treasured friend, the late Camille Lane, with whom she raised her children in the same neighborhood, shared many fun trips, luncheons and memories. Edna loved to travel and loved trips to the casino. But her most favorite time was attending a musical or live concert with her daughters, family or friends. Her love of music, live shows and a pretty wardrobe ensemble will remain a treasured gift she has passed down to her daughters. After the tragic loss of her eldest daughter Linda in 2014, a high school classmate-the late Dominic Fucile contacted her to offer his condolences of her recent loss. Dominic and her went on to have a loving relationship and shared a brief one-year courtship that brought Edna much joy and happiness in light of her recent loss. She was devastated after his passing just one year after they reconnected. She often talked of Domenic with a smile and sweet memory. Edna will fondly be remembered by anyone who knew her as someone who saw only the good in people. Her resilient, upbeat and shining attitude is a gift she radiated any time she was near. She was incredibly proud of her daughters and grandkids and was their biggest cheerleader; always offering a sound piece of positive advice and support. May her generous and kind spirit live on in all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Edna was predeceased by her beloved husband Leo C. LaFarge. She is survived by her late sister Marie Sullivan, daughters Judy A. Sinclair and her loving companion James George of Peabody, Carol A. Ciacera and her husband Charles of Middleton, Patricia A. LaFarge of Melrose, Diane M. Alexander and her husband Glenn of Reading, and the late Linda M. LaFarge. Her grandchildren Frank Addonizio, Jason Palani, Kevin Sinclair, Matthew Croucher-Sinclair, Stephanie Sinclair, Angela Gusso, Nicole Ciardi, Felicia DiSalvatore, Anthony Ciacera, Christian Alexander, Elizabeth Alexander, Scott Alexander, the late Victoria Rose Alexander and 6 great grandchildren. Gifts in her memory may be made to Care Dimensions, 75 Sylvan St., Suite B-102, Danvers, MA 01923 or to Mystic Valley Elder Services, 300 Commercial St., #19, Malden, MA 02148. Joan M. Greenberg A longtime resident of Malden passed away on Saturday, Oct. 3, in Boston after a brief illness. Joan was born in Cambridge in 1949, the daughter of Donald and Eleanor Davis. She was raised in Cambridge, and graduated from Cambridge High and Latin with the Class of 1968. She was active and athletic while at school, and was part of the high school’s championship basketball team. She also continued to play tennis and handball for many years. She was very committed to her job as a Para-professional for the City of Malden’s school department, working with special needs children at the Linden and Beebe Schools, and her loving devotion to and affection for the children with whom she worked made a big difference in many of their lives. She also dedicated her time after school to working with children at the YMCA. In 1991, Joan married her sweetheart, Chester A. Greenberg, and the two settled down in Malden together raising their family. They shared nearly 30 years of marriage together until Chester’s passing last year. Joan enjoyed going to the beach, and was a wonderful cook. She enjoyed taking care of others, and kept a welcome, open home where family and friends were always welcome. She was a devoted mother of Patrick Greenberg of Whitinsville, and step-mother of Christopher Greenberg of Dorchester and Marie Greenberg of East Boston, Cherished sister of Sandra Chase of Billerica, Thomas Davis of Billerica, Ellen Desrosiers of WA, Wayne Davis of Grafton, Nancy Davis-Nicosia of Boston. Joan was preceded in death by her husband Chester, and her brother, Stephen Davis. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joan's memory may be made to: Malden Public Schools, 77 Salem St, Malden MA 02148, In Memory of Joan Greenberg.
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