THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, June 13, 2025 Page 7 that would be his only employer, and she was unforgettable. Claire’s beauty was matched by a rare spark; if you never had the chance to know her, you missed something truly special. The Pashoian legacy didn’t end with Norm and Claire — it was just getting started. Their four bambinos — Norman, Mark, Lisa and Dave — all graduated from Malden High with honors, with the boys adding their own shine to the city’s sports scene. Norman and Mark were fixtures at the Malden Y, sinking jumpers with swagger before their sacred post-hoop pilgrimage to Riley’s Roast Beef — a late-night rite of passage in Malden Square. And then there’s Dave: a oneman varsity machine who racked up an eye-popping nine letters in just three years. He wasn’t just a student-athlete — he was a walking highlight reel, a strong contender for a spot in Malden’s athletic Hall of Fame. And let’s not forget Lisa — graceful, brilliant and, frankly, the reason the “Pash Brahs” didn’t scare off every spectator. She brought beauty to the bleachers and poise to the proceedings. Danny, that’s said with all due respect (and a wink). The Pashoians didn’t just play sports, they became a beloved Malden family and still are. It is said in “Malden Musings”... • We get letters...from my main man with that pecan tan Timmy Bourque: “Hey Peter, just read your column. Awesome job as usual. Loved the bit about great Malden hockey players of days gone by. All those named are certainly worthy of Malden hockey royalty. But don’t forget my former Gale Street neighbor and longtime Malden Firefighter Jimmy Vazarkis. Jimmy is a great guy and an awesome athlete…. not only in hockey but in baseball/softball as well. Keep on writing, my friend. I should also mention that today April 25th would have been my brother Bobby (Tar) Bourque’s birthday.” Thank you, Timmy. “Malden Musings” will never forget your big brother and my classmate at MHS. • One more State of the City comment (I promise): Congratulations (once again) to Pasquale Petrangelo’s niece, Communications Director Elaina Savino, on the yeoman behind-thescenes effort she put in making this year something really special (in her very first try, I gotta note). The “Jeopardy!” theme? Wicked good! • I’ll be the first to admit — hockey was never my sport. My good time pals can vouch for that; I could barely stay upright on skates. And to be honest, it was just too damn cold! But that didn’t stop me from becoming a die-hard fan of Bobby Orr and the Big Bad Bruins, or later (name drop alert) the Lyndon “LB” Byers/Cam Neely era. Those were the days — sweating through “businessman’s workouts” at the old Y before heading over to Cai’s Playoff Pub on Pearl Street to properly rehydrate with LB, Cam and the rest of the gang. • I always forget (Edgeworth’s) Richie “Red” Howard, Joey Mayne, Bobby McCarthy, Buddy Lawler and Bobby Gallagher when I speak of hockey greats from yesteryear. Thanks to Frank “Always Looking for Malden Postcards” Levine for jolting my memory of these long ago but never forgotten skaters. • The June 3rd City Council Meeting may eventually be known as the night Craig Spadafora cemented his place in the Maldonia Elected Officials Hall of Fame. Must-see TV! • Malden Police Chief Glenn Cronin could not have said it any better honoring Officer Robert Selfridge on his retirement. Take it away, Chief G Crow: “your 27 years of devoted service to the MPD and the City of Malden have been a shining example of courage, honor, and dedication. As you retire, we honor your remarkable contributions and wish you and your family a long and joyful retirement.” Congratulations, Rob, and thank you for your service and for being a good guy. • We get letters...this one from the stable genius with the very large “a brain” from Bowman Street, Kevin Larson: “Maldonians who have left a fingerprint on our beloved 02148. John Monte bon vivant of Devir Park and gate keeper of Malden’s crown jewel. Shy Donahue aka Mr. John St. Don Daley aka Mr. Emerald St./Mr. Hockey. Eddie Larson - Malden’s Mr. Baseball. Frank Adorn - MHS Varsity Baseball Coach, Malden City Club star for Ralph Wheeler (and his righthand man). Malden Street Icon, his wife Elli - still the Gate Keeper on Malden St.” • I loved Men Without Hats’ MUSINGS| SEE PAGE 18 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. 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