THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 2, 2025 Page 19 OBITS | FROM PAGE 18 30 years. Hugh was a life member of the VFW Post 639 of Malden. He enjoyed photography and videography. He was also an avid history buff and enjoyed reading books about past wars. He is survived by his children, Hugh Small and partner, Pamela O’Leary of Revere, Alan G. Small and wife LeeAnn of Malden, Ronald J. Small and partner Jeanine Ward of Melrose, and Anne-Marie Savage and husband Rick of Malden, and his daughter in law Isabel Small of Waltham. He is also survived by 10 loving grandchildren and 14 devoted great grandchildren. Hugh was preceded in death by his wife Helen, and his son, James J. Small Funeral services were held from the Weir – MacCuish Golden Rule Funeral Home, Malden on Thursday, May 1st, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph’s Church, Malden. Interment followed in Forest Dale Cemetery, Malden. In lieu of flowers, donations in Hugh's memory may be made to the Veterans Home at Chelsea, 91 Crest Ave, Chelsea, MA 02150. John Patrick (Jackie) Leahy Born to Patrick and Hannah (Sullivan) Leahy on April 16, 1937 and died on March 20, 2025. John emigrated to the United States in 1956. He joined the U.S. Army Engineers and was assigned to Georgia and Germany. Thereafter, he obtained his U.S. citizenship. On June 27, 1964, John married his wonderful wife Sally (Sarah A. Conway). John and Sally resided in Malden, MA where they welcomed son, Michael J. Leahy and Joanne Leahy. John was a proud member of the MFD serving as a firefighter, Lieutenant and Captain from 1971 to 1997. Upon retirement, John and Sally settled in York, ME and wintered in Sebastian, FL. John leaves behind wife, Sally, son Michael Leahy, daughter Joanne Leahy Lewis, grandchildren Hannah Leahy-Cory, Haley Leahy, Aislinn Lewis and Finn - LEGAL NOTICE - City of Malden Massachusetts Board of Appeal 215 Pleasant Street Malden, Massachusetts 02148 Telephone 781-397-7000 x2104 MALDEN BOARD OF APPEAL PUBLIC HEARING The Malden Board of Appeal will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 6:30 pm Eastern Time (US and Canada) at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant St, Room #106 Herbert L Jackson Council Chambers, Malden, MA on Petition 25-003 by Malden Catholic, seeking a variance under Code of the City of Malden as amended – Title 4.16.090 Sign Control as per Plans SGER-071901-2025 at the property known as and numbered 50 Crystal St., Malden, MA and also known by City Assessor’s Parcel ID #128-437-701 Additional information, Petition & plans available for public review in the Office of Inspectional Services, 215 Pleasant St., 3rd floor, Malden, MA or online at www. cityofmalden.org or https://maldenma-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps//SelfService#/home Nathaniel Cramer, Chair May 2, May 9, 2025 Sauvageau, sister Mary Madden, brothers James, Patrick and Edward. He also leaves many nieces, nephews and cousins in the U.S., UK, Canada and Ireland. He is predeceased by his brothers, Michael and Thomas. A Mass of Christian Burial celebrating John's life will be held at Sacred Hearts Church, 297 Main Street, Malden, on Friday, May 16th, 2025 at 10:00am. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours will be held at A. J. Spadafora Funeral Home, 865 Main Street, Malden on Thursday May 15th from 4:00pm7:00pm. Interment will be at Forestdale Cemetery, 150 Forest St, Malden. Julia (Rubin) Gratun Lifelong resident of Malden. Entered Eternal Rest on April 25, 2025 at the age of 99. Beloved mother of Adam Gratun. Dear sister of the late Etta Pomeranz, Benjamin Rubin, Morris Rubin, David Rubin and Yossi Rubin. Services were held at the Goldman Funeral Chapel 174 Ferry Street (off Route 60), Malden on Tuesday April 29. Interment in Greenview Cemetery Fuller Street, Everett. Memorial observance were private. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in her memory may be made to Mass Audubon Society 208 South Great Road Lincoln, MA 01773. Discount Services - Raccoons - Squirrel Removal 781-269-0914 Your Hometown News Delivered! EVERETT ADVOCATE MALDEN ADVOCATE REVERE ADVOCATE SAUGUS ADVOCATE One year subscription to The Advocate of your choice: $200 per paper in-town per year or $225 per paper out-of-town per year. Name_________________________________________ Address_______________________________________ City_______________ State_______ Zip ____________ CC# _______________________________ Exp. _____ Sec. code____ Advocate (City):___________________ Clip & Mail Coupon with Credit Card, Check or Money Order to: Advocate Newspapers Inc. PO Box 490407, Everett, MA 02149
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