Page 4 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 15, 2026 ~Malden Musings~ Anthony Chiccuarelli, 1959-2026, A Life Well Lived By Peter Levine O ne of the original “Edgeworth Boys of Summer,” Anthony Chiccuarelli, has left us far too soon. It’s hard to even make sense of it, and much, much harder to accept. Chic was my friend. He was your friend. He was everyone’s friend. A devoted father, husband and grandfather, a mentor, a coach and a man who carried himself with quiet respect, dignity and genuine kindness. He meant so much to so many, and he gave that 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. Announcing our Classic Specials Dine In Only: * FREE Salad with purchase of Entree, Tuesdays & Wednesdays * Cheese Pizza - Only $10 Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s Scan & Follow Us on Facebook! same care back without hesitation. We’re all still trying to understand how someone so full of life and goodness could be taken from us so quickly. It doesn’t seem fair, and maybe it never will. I’ll always remember Chic. Malden, I sincerely hope you do also. “All aboard… Nebraska’s our next stop.” Chic would smile at that, even if most won’t quite get it. We love you, Chic. Forever remembered in Malden Musings. May his memory be a blessing. It is said in Malden Musings... • That familiar and forever lovewww.810bargrille.com ly face smiling back at you as you enter the legendary Bob’s food store in Medford is none other than Maldonian Ilysa Masters-McCarthy. Ilysa runs the joint with her paisan (Meffa boy) Tony. Between the two of them, they make a trip into our high school archrivals’ western territory a surprisingly pleasant experience. BFS has the best Italian sandwiches you will ever eat in your life! No lie or fake news there. If you haven’t been to Bob’s, you gotta go soon! Say hello to Ilysa while you are there and order the chicken parm! Then Fuhgeddaboudit! • Breaking News....heroes amongst us. Jody Moscone is one of the newer members of the Malden Parking Department — coming over from the Crossing Guard world — Jody is quickly making her mark in the At a Saint Rocco Society Banquet a few years back, the gang’s all here. Pictured from left to right: Back: Jimmy Carducci, Johnny Cagno, Dana Brown, Richie Bransfield, Mike Cagno, Eddie Nigro, David Cagno; front: the late Butch Gennetti, his son Sal, Anthony “Chic” and Anthony Spadafora. department and in Malden. In early April, as Jody did her early morning rounds, she spotted what was the beginning of a small fire on a porch on Hawthorne. Jody quickly jumped into action, first knocking on the front door to alert residents then dialing 911. Responding quickly as they usually do, the MFD arrived on the scene and made short work of the emergency before it could do serious damage. Thank you, Jody, and thank you to the brave men and women of the MFD. Malden is in wicked good hands for sure. • He is now a member of the “Anthony’s Round Table” behind the veil. Frankie Schifano, give a great big bear hug to Neal, Papa Tony & Alice, Al Aretusi, Joe Candy, Jimmy D, Stevie McCarthy, Joey Marino and the rest of the boyos for us. • Congratulations to the name and face of the Malden Senior Center for so many years, Cheryl Spinella. Cheryl retired early in April after 30 years of service to the community she loves so much, Malden. Cheryl is one of those rare souls who it is simply a pleasure to know. Way to go Mrs. Spin, but we’re gonna miss you! Tell Mr. Spin I said hello! • Oh yeah, and also congrats on the arrival of your first grand bambino!! • Ya never know who ya gonna run into roaming the highways and byways of North Malden aka West Peabody! This time, not at the Big Y but at Kiley Field off Johnson Street not far from said Big Y — Kevin and Karen Killion’s little brother Brian was this week’s Maldonian who has MUSINGS| SEE PAGE 7 Spring is Here! 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Celebrating 67 Years in Business! n Roofing fng
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