THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – WEDnEsDAy, nOVEmbER 22, 2023 Page 19 OBITUARIES Patrick Strange O f Everett. It is with great sadness we share that Patrick Strange passed away, unexpectedly, at the age of 44 on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. He was born June 20, 1979, and was a lifelong resident of Everett, MA. He was a graduate of Everett High School, served his country in the U.S. Army, and was a former Local 7 Journeyman Ironworker. Pat enjoyed playing video games, listening to music, all things supernatural, Star Wars, anime, and horror. He loved giving people a good scare, enjoyed a good dad-joke…his laugh was contagious. Pat was very creative & truly enjoyed baking – brownies were his specialty. Pat was one of a kind. He gave the best bear-hugs and cared deeply for those in his inner-circle. His friendships ran deep – they became family & shared a brotherhood. Pat is survived by his grandparents, Earl & Claire Strange; mother, Terri Strange, and father, Frank & Susan Russell; siblings Nikko, Alycia, Charlene, and Thomas; Aunts, Sharon Strange & Lisa Strange-Sinnott, and Uncle Steven & Ingrid Strange; cousins Krystine & Mike Reardon, Brandon Sinnott, Sarah Strange & Samuel Strange; extended family & friends. He also shared a special bond with Daniela & Ramone Deoliver. A memorial service was held from on November 21, at J. F. Ward Funeral Home, Everett.A Celebration of Life to honor Pat’s memory was held at Anthony’s of Malden. In lieu of fl owers, a donation to an animal rescue or shelter of your choice in Pat’s memory would be most appreciated, as he was an avid animal lover. Sandra (Huwe) Andon O f Everett. Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 15. Sandra was predeceased by her beloved husband Michael, her favorite sister Naomi, and her brother-in-law Gene. Devoted mother of Jean Bermingham and her husband Peter of North Billerica; Nancy Andon and her husband Steven Pirie-Shepherd of San Diego, CA; and Michael Andon and his wife Michelle of Wilton, NH. Loving grandmother of Andrew, Kevin, Iain, Henry, and Kendra. Also survived by her beloved nieces and nephews and their children, her cousin Gerri, her sister-in-law Donna, and her many treasured friends. Sandy was born in Malden, MA to Grace (Hogan) and John Huwe. She was kind, loving, and giving, and known for her quick wit. She had a terrible singing voice, but we all loved to hear her sing “Sisters” every Christmas with her sister Nomi. She was a huge Red Sox fan and would watch every game on TV. She worked for over 20 years as a cashier at the Museum of Science in Boston, where she made many friends. She also loved watching Jeopardy and spending time with her friends at the Everett Senior Center. She will be sorely missed. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend a funeral at the Woodlawn Cemetery Chapel, 302 Elm St., Everett, on Friday, November 24th at 11 am. Services will conclude with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cancer Center at Tufts Medical Center in Stoneham at https:// giving.tuftsmedicalcenter.org/ give. Checks made out to Tufts Medical Center can be mailed to: Tufts Medical Center Development Offi ce, 800 Washington Street, #231, Boston, MA 0211. Note“Cancer Center” on the memo line. William Gear, Sr. O f Everett. Passed away on November 16, 2023 surrounded by his children. He loved Kathleen, William, Jr., Diane and husband Mark (Chiavelli), and Julie and husband Byron (Locke). He was predeceased by his son Robert. Bill was proud of each of his 12 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Bill grew up in Everett in a large family and is survived by four brothers Ron, Jack, Jim, and Ted. Bill’s tremendous work ethic stood out even as a young man working in his father’s business and Bill was proud of his own businesses he went on to build. Visiting hours were held at the Salvatore Rocco & Sons Funeral Home, Everett on Tuesday November 21. A graveside service was held on Wednesday at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
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