THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 20, 2026 Page 11 OBITUARY (Bremner) Pelosi Margaret J. A longtime resident of Malden, MA passed away on Tuesday, March 10th at the age of 84. Margaret was born in Orange, NJ in 1941, the daughter of James Stuart and Eva H. Bremner. At an early age she moved to Malden where she was raised and educated, graduating from Malden High School with the Class of 1958. She then attended the MUSINGS | FROM PAGE 6 nessey moved up to Babe Ruth League. I have an autographed copy of Rich’s book signed to me at a book signing at the Malden Public Library. Hadn’t seen him in nearly 40 years at that time.” Thanks again for sharing, Bob, we’ll never forget you or Dr. Klayman. As Peter Falk’s iconic TV character Columbo would say, “Just one more thing, sir” — just a reminder... “Malden Musings” isn’t just a roll call of long-gone landmarks and half-forgotten names — it strives to be a celebration of the memories that still live and breathe through the people who shared them. It’s about the fun times that once echoed down Newland Street, Highland Avenue and Suffolk Square, and the store fronts of the old Square. The friendships forged on cracked playground asphalt, and the stories that continue to hold Malden together, generation after generation after generation, are the ties that bind. My hope is that the stories you read here capture a little of that spirit — the magic of remembering not just where we were, but who we were with. With that said, Arthur Kahn, may your memory be a blessing. Yes, I throw the word “legend” about quite capriciously in this column, but if you knew Arthur or his father, the word legend doesn’t do them justice. Arthur was Malden. His wife Barbara is Malden. His dad Barney was Malden. They and their family are the Maldonia ties that bind. More on Arthur in the future. Postscript 1: Dana Brown speaks: “This past winter season I found myself in the Salemwood gym on Saturday mornings, with Paul Joyce, Danny Gilligan, Anthony Fowlkes, and many, many others, volunteering with the Malden Recreation basketChandler School of Business in Boston. She went on to take a position with the Massachusetts Port Authority where she met and worked for the future Governor Edward J. King. Margaret worked with him on his successful campaign for Governor and then worked directly for him at the Statehouse. She later worked in various facets of Property Management for RM Bradley. In later years, she worked for Century 21 Advance Realty in Medford as a Real Estate Broker, finally retiring at the age of 81. ball program. It feels like coming home. Malden Recreation — under the thoughtful leadership of Joe Levine — has become the heartbeat of much of the city’s basketball life, alongside our public and parochial schools. I hope some kid catches the basketball bug the way I did. The game has given me friendships, mentors, purpose, and memories that never fade. Ten weeks of Saturday morning basketball — over in a flash for this season but producing memories lasting a lifetime.” Thank you, Dana! You were so spot on about the wonderful game of basketball giving you friendships, mentors, purpose and memories that never fade. Many of us feel the same way. Very well said. Postscript 2: In this ever-changing world in which we live in (sounds like a Paul McCartney lyric!) one constant remains: kindness. “Join the fearless in being kind” and at the very next opportunity, make somebody happy. Which reminds me of the Jule Styne 1960 composition, “Make Someone Happy” — stylized as only Jimmy Durante can: “Make someone happy, make just one, someone happy, and you will be happy too.” With that said, I’d like to wish my sister Barbara — one of the kindest human beings ever to inhabit planet earth — a happy (mumble, mumble) birthday. Thank you for being Barbara Levine Scibelli. We are very, very fortunate to have you in our lives. Postscript 3: On a side note, I heard the BLS birthday bash theme — come as Barbara Levine Scibelli — was a stonecold blast! Insert smiley face and pictures to follow. —Peter is a longtime Malden resident and a regular contributor to The Malden Advocate. He can be reached at PeteL39@aol. com for comments, compliments or criticisms. In 1963, Margaret married her sweetheart, Richard A. Pelosi, and the two settled down to raise their family in Malden. They shared 50 years of marriage together until Dick’s passing in 2013. For many years, Margaret was an avid tennis player, and had a core group of friends that regularly played together. The tennis friendships extended off the court into many family vacations and celebrations. She was an active member of St. Paul's Episcopal Parish for over 60 years. Her St. Paul's family meant the world to her and she enjoyed socializing with her multiple church friends. When she retired, she kept fit by taking daily long walks with her beloved dog Jennie. She is survived by her daughters, Deborah L. Pelosi Shedd of Wakefield, and Susanne L. Griffin of North Reading, and her grandchildren, Dylan, Sabrina, Parker, Spencer, and her dear lifelong friend of over 80 years, Lynda Rowlings Chapman. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband Richard A. Pelosi, and her sister, Nancy J. Stella. Visitation was held at the Weir Mac Cuish Family Funeral Home on Thursday, March 19th. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Parish, 20 Washington Street, Malden, on Friday, March 20th, at 10:00am, followed by interment in Forest Dale Cemetery, Malden, MA.In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation in Margaret's name to the American Cancer Society at https://donate.cancer.org/ Law Offices of JOSEPH D. CATALDO, P.C. “ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW” • ESTATE/MEDICAID PLANNING • WILLS/TRUSTS/ESTATES • INCOME TAX PREPARATION • WEALTH MANAGEMENT • RETIREMENT PLANNING • ELDER LAW 369 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 (617)381-9600 JOSEPH D. CATALDO, CPA, CFP, MST, ESQUIRE. AICPA Personal Financial Specialist Designee LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS CITY OF MALDEN - OFFICE OF THE CONTROLLER The City of Malden invites sealed price, and non-priced proposals, in accordance with M.G.L. c.30B, §6, from Vendors for: EXTENDED DAY & SUMMER PROGRAMMING FOR MALDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS Proposals must be received by WEDNESDAY APRIL 15, 2026, BY 12:00 P.M. at the Office of the Controller, 215 Pleasant Street 2nd Floor, Malden MA 02148. Proposals will not be accepted nor may submitted proposals be corrected, modified, or withdrawn after the deadline for proposals. Contract Documents will be available by email request at purchasing@cityofmalden.org after: MONDAY MARCH 23, 2026, AT 10:00 A.M. Following the deadline for proposals, all proposals received within the time specified will be reviewed by a Committee, and an award will be made to the most advantageous proposer for services. All proposals are subject to the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 30B §6. All City of Malden proposals are available by request. Addenda’s will be sent to the contact information provided. It is the sole responsibility of the vendor requesting these proposals to ensure they have received any, and all addenda prior to the proposal opening. The City will reject any, and all proposals in accordance with the above referenced General Laws. In addition, the City reserves the right to waive minor informalities in any or all proposals or to reject any or all proposals (in whole or in part) if it be in the public interest to do so. CITY OF MALDEN Office of the Controller March 20, 2026 LEGAL NOTICE
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