Page 6 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 29, 2026 ~ Malden Musings ~ Anthony “Chic” Chiccarelli: Born to Run (but not too far) By Peter Levine A nthony “Chic” Chiccarelli’s sendoff at the Immaculate was one for the ages: packed to the gills and not a dry eye in the house as his children (Cailyn, David & Bailey), during the eulogy, brought us along for a roller coaster of emotions with their heartfelt words. Friends, family and paisans made sure Anthony felt the love. Seemed like every single person that ever lived in Edgeworth was in attendance. When you grow up in a neighborhood like Edgeworth, the friendships you make as kids don’t just fade with time — they become part of who you are. That’s just the way it is. It’s deeply woven into the neighborhood DNA. Generations of families, front porches, corner bars, Sunday dinners, neighborhood restaurants, San Rocco Feasts and cold Schlitz shared among friends — all of it combining over the course of decades to create ties that somehow, someway only grow stronger with age. In Edgeworth, loyalty wasn’t taught with fancy talk. It was lived every single day by the people who came before us. They showed us what it meant to stand by one another through good times, hard times and all the mishigas in between. “Everything is everything, my friend but you are still missing.” Love and miss you forever, Chic. It is said in Malden Musings… • Congratulations go out to my 1975 MHS classmate Mike Souza and recently retired Veterans’ Services Director Kevin Jarvis on their induction into the MHS Alumni Hall of Fame. • I have such fond memories of playing baseball and softball with — and against — Mike back when we were kids. Mike was a standout catcher (and a wicked good kid, as we used to say) in the Babe Ruth League and later at the high school level — the kind of player every pitcher loved having behind the plate. We spent many cold and windy afternoons at Pine Banks Park watching MHS games, with Steve “Moose” Kinnon and Bobby Foley on the mound and Mike behind the dish making both look even better than they were. Those were special high school days and even better memories from a great era of Malden baseball. Congrats again, Mike. J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. Photo donated by Robbie Buckley via Timmy Gover; left to right: back row: Mario Russo flashing the peace sign; Jeff Webb; the late Timmy Murphy (far right); sitting: Dickie Santo with his game face on; Danny O’Boyle flashing that familiar O’Boyle smile; Chic sitting, eyes closed in a Zen-like moment, with Timmy Gover to his left. Fill in the rest for me, Malden. • Kevin Jarvis is a lifelong friend from the neighborhood, and over the years we’ve shared countless stories of Edgeworth and growing up in Malden. Kevin has spent his entire life giving back to the community and country, and truthfully, that trait runs throughout his whole family. Guys like Kevin make a real difference in a community/world, S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping most often without ever asking for recognition. Thank you, Kevin, for all you’ve done over the years. Malden is a better place because of you. • Jerry Damiano has been my friend since Mrs. Piro’s third grade class at Emerson. Short Jerry D story: The last time I littered was 1971. Jerry and I were walking home from Beebe. We were on School Street when I unwrapped a Milky Way Bar (purchased at Sunnyhurst) and nonchalantly tossed the wrapper on the sidewalk. Well, Jerry was having none of that. He sternly reminded me that (paraphrasing) we ALL have a stake in the world and that every contribution keeping the environment healthy, small or large, benefits one and all. Words of wisdom from a ninth grader way ahead of his time — last time I littered. Thank you, Jerry. • Speaking of 1971/72 and the ninth grade... We watched “All in the Family” with TV firsts: African American superstar entertainer Sammy Davis Jr. planting a kiss on Archie’s cheek; Arch flushing a toilet for the first time in TV history; and “Archie the Hero” saving Beverly LaSalle’s life (performing CPR) — the first female impersonator notable for being portrayed with dignity rather - 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, June 17, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time (US and Canada) at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant St., Room #106 Herbert L. Jackson Council Chambers, Malden, MA Petition 26-005 by F.W. Webb Company seeking a variance under the Code of the City of Malden as amended - Title 4 Section 4.16.090 (c) (2) (a) Table of Intensity Regulations: Specifically: Wall sign exceeding 40 ft2 as per plans SGER-076380-2026 at the property known as and numbered 869 Eastern Ave., Malden, MA and also known by City Assessor’s Parcel ID #127-435-504 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 22, 29, 2026
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