Page 18 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 28, 2025 MUSINGS | FROM PAGE 7 in his own right, doing time with Gary Cherone in the band Adrenalin before Gary joined Extreme and Rick Berlin, who needs no introduction if you have ever followed the music scene in Boston. As Peter Falk’s iconic TV character Columbo would say, “Just one more thing, sir” – speaking of Extreme.. .Highland Avenue’s Gary Cherone and his band are back in the spotlight again. Gary, Nuno, Patrick and Fig just finished the “never ending tour” for their latest release, “6,” which saw them circle the globe, it seemed, 10 times over (I hear tell they go back on the road soon, stay tuned)! Rave reviews from coast to coast and continent to continent seemed to revive their career with axe-slinger unapparelled Nuno Bettencourt receiving the lion’s share of praise. Gotta put this out there, though: Gary’s voice is as strong and as soulful as it has ever been. “Just the facts, ma’am.” Spoiler alert: They really haven’t stopped touring and making good music since their eponymous release back in 1989 – just took extra-long breaks in between (insert smiley face). Nuno has really come into his own as Savvy Senior by Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, How do I go about replacing some important documents that were lost when our home of 50 years burned down? We lost everything including our house deed, car titles, old tax returns, Social Security and Medicare cards, birth certificates, marriage license and passports. Suffering in SoCal Dear Suffering, I’m very sorry to hear about the loss of your home, but you’ll be pleased to know that replacing most of the lost documents you mentioned is pretty easy once you know where to turn. Here are the resources to help you get started. Birth certificates: If you were born in the United States, contact the vital records office in the state where you were born (see CDC.gov/ nchs/w2w/index.htm for contact information). This office will give you specific instructions on what you need to do to order a certified copy and what it will cost you – usually between $10 and $30.Car titles: Most states offer replacements through a local department of motor vehicles office. You’ll need to complete a replacement title application form and pay the application fee, which varies by state. You’ll also need to show ID and proof that you own the car, such as your vehicle registration or your license-plate number and VIN (vehicle identification number). Property deed: To access your house deed, contact your county clerk’s office, where deeds are usually recorded. You may be charged a small fee to get a copy. Marriage certificate: Contact the vital records office of the state you were married in to order a copy (see CDC.gov/nchs/w2w/index. htm). You’ll need to provide full names for you and your spouse, the date of your wedding, and the city or town where the wedding was performed. Fees range from $10 to $30. How to Replace Important Lost Documents Social Security cards: In most states, you can request a replacement Social Security card online for free at SSA.gov/myaccount. When you get there, click on “Replace your Social Security Card” and answer a few questions to verify your identity. Medicare cards: If you’re enrolled in original Medicare, you can replace a lost or damaged Medicare card by calling Medicare at 800-6334227, or by logging into your MyMedicare.gov account, where you can print or request a new card to be mailed to you for free. If you’re enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan, such as an HMO, PPO, or PDP, you’ll need to call your plan to get your card replaced. And, if you get Railroad Retirement Board benefits, you can get a replacement card by calling 877-772-5772. Tax returns: To get copies of old tax returns start with your tax preparer, who usually keeps copies of your returns on file. You can also get copies of federal returns directly from the Internal Revenue Service. You’ll need to fill out and mail in IRS form 4506. To download this form IRS.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f4506.pdf or call 800-8293676 and ask them to mail you a copy. The cost is $30 for each return requested. And to get copies of your state tax returns, contact your state’s department of revenue who will also require a request form. See TaxAdmin. org/fta-members for state contact information. Passports: If your U.S. passports were valid, you’ll need to first report them as lost or stolen so they can be canceled. You can do this online at PPTform.state.gov or in person when you apply for a new passport at a Passport Application Acceptance Facility, which are located in many U.S. post offices. See iafdb.travel.state.gov to locate one near you. You’ll also need to submit Form DS-64 and Form DS-11. The replacement fee is $130 per passport. 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. the years have passed: eloquent, frank and most times speaking directly from the heart. It seems as though he has finally found a good place using his voice, his words and that virtuoso guitar shredding. A really good voice with really good words, by the way! On a personal note, I gotta add, and an extremely good kid (pun intended) with a heart of gold as well as a ton of talent. One last Extreme note of interest: I rarely mention the baddest low freq freak in the game, Pat Badger. But not on purpose. He’s just taken for granted and, on occasion, a bit overshadowed. But take a moment to think how good you must be at your craft if you gotta keep pace with the premier shredder in the whole rock world as well as keeping up with three of the best drummers in the world over his career with Extreme: Paul Geary, Mike Mangini and now Kevin Figueiredo. Very impressive indeed! Postscript 1: With National Vietnam War Veterans Day approaching, Malden-based Air Traffic Controller released a music video called “Jimmy’s Song,” depicting the story of James Magyar, Army veteran and father-in-law of lead singer-songwriter Dave Munro. Long story short... Jim was asleep in the cabin of a Caribou aircraft approaching Phu Quoc Island when it plummeted into the ocean. He awoke to someone frantically trying to help him out of his seat harness as the plane was swallowed by the South China Sea. The officer swam away, and Jim gave it one more try, squirming, finally freeing himself from the belts, making his way out. The video is directed by Jasper Hamilton and the song has hit 100,000 streams. ATC is releasing their “dash acoustic EP” Friday, March 28 and performing a special acoustic show at City Winery Boston. “Jimmy’s Song” will absolutely be played, along with acoustic renditions from all 5 ATC albums. Postscript 2: Emerald Street’s Marie Bionelli, may your memory be a blessing. More on Marie in the very near future. —Peter is a longtime Malden resident and a regular contributor to The Malden Advocate and can be reached at PeteL39@ aol.com for comments, compliments or criticisms. - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Middlesex Division Docket No. MI25P1332EA Estate of: EILEEN THERESA HALLISEY Also Known As: EILEEN T. HALLISEY Date of Death: 12/31/2024 INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Amy E. Hallisey-Pierce of Melrose, MA a Will has been admitted to informal probate. Amy Hallisey-Pierce of Melrose, MA has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate to serve without surety on the bond. The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. March 28, 2025
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