THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 5, 2026 Page 15 OBITUARIES Ninetta “Nina” A. (Giarratani) Whipple O f Nashua, NH and a former longtime resident of Everett. She passed away on May 25th, 2026, at 87 years old. Nina is predeceased by her loving husband Richard O. Whipple, her brother Salvatore Giarratani and his wife Sylvia, sister Phyllis Gorman and her husband Richard, and sister Pauline Swift and her surviving husband Tom. Loving mother of Richard N. Whipple and his wife Jennifer of Youngsville, NC, Catherine A. Silva and her late husband Richard Silva of Chelsea, MA, Lynne-Marie Monk and her husband Brett of Wake Forest, NC, and Andrea Whipple of Nashua, NH. Beloved sister to Michael Angelo and his wife, Mary, of Fort Myers, FL. Cherished grandmother of Taylor (Andrew), Natalie, Brady, Courtney (Justin), Stevan (Jordan), Courtney (Steven), Brittany (Alex), and Tyler. Great-grandmother to 7 great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends were MORELLI | FROM PAGE 7 torney and University alumnus Vincent F. Reilly, Esq. ’80; and longtime educator Jack Raslowsky. Karen L. Pennington, Ph.D. ‘76, G’83, H’15, then took the stage as the principal speaker. Dr. Pennington’s 40-plus-year career in higher education administration, prior to retiring in 2021, included 22 years as vice president SPORTS | FROM PAGE 5 Jeremy Whitlow (9:11.42) broke their own school record, while fi nishing 21st overall in the entire division. A short time after the boys bettered their all-time record, the girls 4x100 relay team of Emelly DeJesus, Marissa Cadet, Zoe Massiah and Shinead Riley (52.12) established their own mark in the school’s record book to fi nish seventh in all of Division 2. The previous record of 52.22 was set in 2015. Westborough (51.19), Springfield Central (51.61), Wellesley (51.79), Winchester (52.00), caring family, Saturday, May 30, 2026. She was 71 years old. Born in Everett, Patricia remained a lifelong resident. Patricia was the dear daughinvited to attend visiting hours at the J.F. Ward Funeral Home, Everett, on Thursday, May 28th . A Funeral Mass was held in Immaculate Conception Church, Everett, on Friday. Services concluded with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. In lieu of fl owers, donations in Nina’s memory may be made to the Amedisys Foundation @ https://www.amedisys.com/ about/foundation/ Patricia A. (Monsini) Russo O f Everett, entered into eternal rest at home, surrounded by her loving and for student development and campus life at Montclair State University. In addition to serving as the principal speaker, Dr. Pennington celebrated her class reunion. She and other 1976 graduates gathered before the ceremony, reminiscing on their historic class: the University’s fi rst undergraduate, fulltime student class to include women. Hopkinton (52.05) and Plymouth North (52.06) were the only teams to fi nish ahead of them out of 23 Division 2 qualifying schools statewide. The boys 4x100 quartet of Sandesh Pun, Joseph, Saymon Silva and Eveillard (44.24) repeated the girls heroics with a seventh-place fi nish of their own. Placing ahead of the Everett boys were Catholic Memorial (42.83), North Andover (43.06), Springfield Central (43.24), Chelmsford (43.83), Waltham (43.84) and Lincoln-Sudbury (44.01). A total of 22 Division 2 relay teams took part in this event. ter of the late Ambrose and Angela (Sachetta) Monsini; the beloved wife of John S. Russo for over 46 years; the dear and devoted mother of John A. Russo and Steven B. Russo and his wife, Shauna, all of Everett; the dear sister of Albert Monsini, Diana Pasquariello and the late Ronald Monsini. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Patty’s greatest treasure was her family, especially her husband and two children. Her boys were her world, and she poured her heart into being their biggest cheerleader & supporter. She never missed a baseball game, proudly watching her boys from the sidelines. Her presence was a constant source of strength and encouragement, creating lifelong memories for her kids. She had a passion for cooking and loved preparing meals Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., president, conferred degrees upon candidates presented by the deans of the University’s three colleges: Victoria H. Castellanos, Ph.D., Leahy College of Health Sciences; Mark Higgins, Ph.D., Kania School of Management; and Carolyn M. Barry, Ph.D., College of Arts Relatives and friends are rethat brought family and friends together. Her skill in the kitchen was unmatched, and created a place of love, that will be remembered fondly by all who were lucky enough to enjoy her food. Patty also enjoyed the magic of Disney World. She loved the excitement and family adventures it off ered. Those trips became some of her most treasured experiences. Patty’s legacy lives on in the love she gave so freely, the memories she created, and the example she set as a mother. She will be deeply missed but forever carried in the hearts of her family. and Sciences. Following the awarding of diplomas, Christopher J. Neumann, Esq. ’87, president of the alumni society, addressed the graduates, as did Father Marina. Megan E. Heeder, Ph.D., assistant professor of theology, provided the benediction prior to the recessional. Home of the Week Offered at $689,000 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate Formerly Carpenito Real Estate SAUGUS - 1st AD - Welcome Home to this 7 room 3 bedroom 1 & ½ bath single family cape in the desirable Iron works part of town. The well-maintained open concept kitchen features Vinyl flooring and modern appliances with side egress to a porch and deck overlooking the in-ground pool, yard and driveway. 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Equal Housing Opportunity. spectfully invited to attend Patricia’s visitation in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) EVERETT, Monday, June 8, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. with a funeral home service to follow at 12 p.m. In lieu of fl owers, contributions in Patricia’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, 320 Nevada St., Ste. 201, Newtonville, MA 02460, would be sincerely appreciated. Parking with attendants on duty.
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