THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 20, 2025 Page 17 OBITUARY Nazzareno Zarro VAN CAMPEN | FROM PAGE 1 ty, and neighborhood quality of life. It is time to move Everett forward.” Van Campen moved to Everett at 17 and has spent his adult life in the city. He has raised a family here, served his neighbors, and fought for good government. The son of a military veteran and a working-class family, he watched his parents achieve their American Dream when they bought their first home here in Everett. Today, that dream is out of reach for too many families. As mayor, he said, he will work to make that SOFTBALL | FROM PAGE 14 help you have the confidence you deserve.” Mia Oliva (Salem State University, Early Childhood Education): “Softball has been a big part of my life for as long as I can remember. My dad started teaching me the sport, when I was three, and it quickly became something we shared and worked on together. Over the years, it has taught me a lot like on how to be disciplined, how to stay motivated and how to handle both wins and losses. It is not just a sport to me; it’s something that has helped me grow and stay connected to the person who first introduced me to it. I’m very grateful to have such a small thing in my life mean so much.” Captain Ashley Seward (UMass Amherst, Public Health Science): “Softball has been such a huge part of my high school experience. It’s where I found some of my closest friends, learned to be a leader and grow into the person I am today. I’ll always be grateful for the memories and the people dream more possible again for working families across the city. Van Campen has served on Everett’s Common Council, Board of Aldermen, and currently represents Ward 5 on the City Council. A municipal and labor attorney, he recently led the City Council’s call for state action to recoup $180,000 in improper longevity payments made to the current mayor. “ That scandal did not just expose one incident. It brought to the surface deeper problems in our government,” Van Campen said. “A lack of transparency, a lack this sport brought into my life. Shoutout to coaches Schiavo and Nigro, we love you guys.” Alexa Uga (Endicott College, Business Management): “Softball has not been just a game to me; it’s where I found my strength, my second family and my motivation to never give up and work through challenges.” Luiza Velev (Boston University, Business Management: “Softball has been such a big part of my life. I’m forever grateful for all my coaches, teammates and everyone who has supported me throughout the years.” Peyton Warren (Salem State University, Exercise and Health Science): “Thank you to the administration, athletic department, coaches Jen Nigro, Danielle Nadeua and Bridget Cifuni, our families and fans for your incredible support all season long.” Seniors Jayla Davila (College undecided but will major in Business) and Emma Salvi (Endicott College, Educational Studies) did their jobs quite well the last four years and are ready for the next challenge ahead. of accountability, and too often a lack of honesty in how our city operates. It is time for Everett to turn the page and bring the focus back to the people.” Van Campen said his campaign will prioritize community engagement and ensure that Everett residents have a voice in shaping the city’s future. “Ultimately, the people of Everett are the ones whose voices should take priority,” he said. “We need leadership that will listen, act with integrity, and move this city forward.” More information is available at www.vancampenforeverett.com. A trio of all-stars Warren, Uga and Seward made the GBL all-star team this year, and will be together again, when they suit up to play in the Agganis AllStar Game in Lynn on June 22 at noon. respectfully invited to attend Nazzareno’ visitation in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, Everett, Monday, June 16, with a funeral Mass that followed in the Immaculate Conception Church, Everett. Burial at the Woodlawn Cemetery. Contributions in Nazzareno’s memory to the Epilepsy Foundation, C/O Donor Services, 3540 Crain Highway, Ste. 675, Bowie, MD 20716 would be sincerely appreciated. f Everett. Entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 in the Cambridge Health Alliance-Everett Hospital. He was 83 years old. Born in Chianche, in the province of Avellino, Italy and was an Everett resident for many years. He was retired from Raytheon Corporation as a machinist. Nazzareno was the son of O the late Salvatore Zarro and Carolina Porcaro; the beloved husband of Vincenza (Digisi) Zarro for over 50 years; dear and devoted father of Salvatore Zarro and his wife, Lisa of Revere and Maria Zarro of Everett; loving brother of the late Nazzareno Zarro, Pasquale Zarro, Giuseppe Zarro, Antonio Zarro, Giuseppa Bagnarol and Teresa Toneguzzo. Nazzareno is also survived by several loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends were
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