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THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, February 10, 2023 Page 19 OBITUARIES Muriel Virginia (Rich) Cosentino Of Malden. Passed away on February 5 th 2023 while surrounded by her loving family and friends. Muriel was born April 27, 1927, the daughter of the late George Rich and Hazel Simpson. Muriel was married for 49 years to Joseph Cosentino who pre-deceased her in 1997. They settled in Malden where they raised their family and she remained there for 65 years. For many years Muriel was the administrative assistant at the Methodist Church of Malden. In her free time, she loved to play piano, she did lots of jigsaw and crossword puzzles and spent her happiest time with her family, friends and wonderful neighbors. Muriel also loved flowers and butterfl ies. Muriel is survived by her children Claire Shea and husband Robert, Frances White and husband Gerald, Marie Murphy and husband Paul, Virginia McAdam and husband Carl, and Lisa Grant. She was pre-deceased by her daughter Lucy Cosentino. She had 8 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren as well as many other nieces, nephews and friends. Muriel was predeceased by her siblings Doris McCrea, Franklin Simpson, Patricia Mullett and Richard Simpson. Visitation will be held at the Weir-MacCuish Golden Rule Funeral Home, 144 Salem St, Malden on Monday February 13th from 5-7pm. Interment to follow on Tuesday February 14th at Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. Diane M. Rotondi Of Malden. Passed away suddenly on January 29th at the age of 80. Diane was born in Stoneham in 1942, the daughter of Merle and Doris (Russo) Rotondi. A lifelong resident of Malden where she was raised and educated, graduating from Malden High School with the Class of 1960. She then attended the Chandler School of Business. She went on to become a Legal Secretary for Ropes and Gray Law Firm in Boston. She was with the firm for around 40 years until her retirement in 2008. Diane was a selfl ess person that cared for both of her parents as they aged, and was always there for her brother Bob. She was a longtime communicant of Sacred Hearts Church in Malden. She served as secretary for the Malden Babe Ruth League for many years. In her free time Diane was an avid reader and enjoyed fi ne dining. She is survived by her brother Robert Rotondi of Malden. Diane was preceded in death by her parents, Merle and Doris Rotondi. Funeral services were held from the Weir-MacCuish Golden Rule Funeral Home, Malden on Thursday, February 2 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Sacred Hearts Church, Malden. Interment followed in Forest Dale Cemetery, Malden. In lieu of Flowers, Donations may be made to Malden Babe Ruth, 130 Linden Ave, Malden, MA 02148. aavvyvy S avy avvy S oiorenniioor nior by Jim Miller How Much Do You Have to Make to File Taxes? Dear Savvy Senior, What are the IRS income tax fi ling requirements for retirees this tax season? My income dropped way down when I retired in 2022, so I’m wondering if I need to even fi le a tax return this year. Recently Retired Dear Recently, Whether or not you are required to fi le a federal income tax return this year will depend on how much you earned last year, as well as the source of the income, your age and fi ling status. Here’s a rundown of this tax season’s IRS tax fi ling requirement thresholds. For most people, this is pretty straightforward. If your 2022 City of Malden Massachusetts MALDEN HISTORICAL COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Historical Commission will hold a public hearing in the Herbert L. Jackson Council Chamber, Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA at 6:00 P.M. on Thursday, February 23, 2023, to review and consider the following: Notice of Intent to Demolish Buildings regarding demolition permit application #CMID 051597-2022 for the buildings at the properties known as and numbered, 100 Hospital Road (City Assessor’s Parcel ID # 025 104 401), and 57 Hospital Road (City Assessor’s Parcel ID # 025 105 501), which have been determined to be Significant Buildings, in accordance with Title 4, Chapter 24, Code of City of Malden, the Demolition and Alteration Delay Ordinance, for the purpose of making a determination whether the Buildings on these properties are Preferably Preserved Buildings and the demolition permits should be delayed, in accordance with Title 4, Chapter 24, Code of the City of Malden, the Demolition and Alteration Delay Ordinance. Permit application and plans are available for public review on the City website at https://maldenma-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/SelfService#/home By: John Tramondozzi Chair Malden Historical Commission February 3, 10, 2023 gross income – which includes all taxable income, not counting your Social Security benefi ts, unless you are married and fi ling separately – was below the threshold for your fi ling status and age, you may not have to fi le. But if it’s over, you will. • Single: $12,950 ($14,700 if you’re 65 or older by Jan. 1, 2022). • Married fi ling jointly: $25,900 ($27,300 if you or your spouse is 65 or older; or $28,700 if you’re both over 65). • Married fi ling separately: $5 at any age. • Head of household: $19,400 ($21,150 if 65 or older). • Qualifying widow(er) with dependent child: $25,900 ($27,300 if 65 or older). To get a detailed breakdown on federal fi ling requirements, along with information on taxable and nontaxable income, call the IRS at 800-829-3676 and ask them to mail you a free copy of the “1040 and 1040-SR Instructions for Tax Year 2022,” or you can see it online at IRS.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i1040gi.pdf. Check Here Too Be aware that there are other fi nancial situations that can require you to fi le a tax return, even if your gross income falls below the IRS fi ling requirements. For example, if you earned more than $400 from self-employment in 2022, owe any special taxes like an alternative minimum tax, or get premium tax credits because you, your spouse or a dependent is enrolled in a Health Insurance Marketplace plan, you’ll need to fi le. You’ll also need to fi le if you’re receiving Social Security benefi ts, and one-half of your benefi ts plus your other gross income and any tax-exempt interest exceeds $25,000, or $32,000 if you’re married and fi ling jointly. To fi gure all this out, the IRS off ers an online tax tool that asks a series of questions that will help you determine if you’re required to fi le, or if you should fi le because you’re due a refund. It takes less than 15 minutes to complete. You can access this tool at IRS.gov/Help/ITA – click on “Do I Need to File a Tax Return?” Or you can get assistance over the phone by calling the IRS helpline at 800-829-1040. Check Your State Even if you’re not required to fi le a federal tax return this year, don’t assume that you’re also excused from fi ling state income taxes. The rules for your state might be very diff erent. Check with your state tax agency before concluding that you’re entirely in the clear. For links to state tax agencies see Taxadmin. org/state-tax-agencies. Tax Preparation Help If you fi nd that you do need to fi le a tax return this year, you can free fi le through the IRS at IRS.gov/FreeFile if your 2022 adjusted gross income was below $73,000. Or, if you need some help, contact the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (or TCE) program. Sponsored by the IRS, TCE provides free tax preparation and counseling to middle and low-income taxpayers, age 60 and older. Call 800-906-9887 or visit IRS.treasury. gov/freetaxprep to locate services near you. You can also get tax preparation assistance through the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide service. Call 888-227-7669 or visit AARP. org/fi ndtaxhelp for more information. You don’t have to be an AARP member to use this service. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

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