THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2025 Page 17 OBITUARIES William J. Chisholm illi J Chi h l mander and a past National Executive Committee Member. He was also the past National Commander of the Italian American War Veterans. Bill happily volunteered his time with these nonprofi t organizations to fulfi ll his desire to help others, especially veterans. In his spare time, he would listen to music and read self-help books. He was also a man with a deep-rooted faith. He is the devoted husband of W illiam J. “Bill” Chisholm, died on Tuesday, February 4th at the Kaplan Family Hospice House following a brief illness. He was 79 years old. His Funeral was conducted from the funeral home on Tuesday, February 11th beginning at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass in Sacred Heart Church, 45 Brooks St, East Boston, at 11:00 a.m. Interment with military honors was held in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Bill was born on July 16, 1945, in Boston to his late parents, Augustus and Winifred (Little) Chisholm. He was one of two children, raised in Dorchester and educated in Boston. He was an alumnus of Don Bosco Technical High School, Class of 1963. He then enlisted in the United States Navy during the Vietnam Era. He proudly and bravely served his country and was honorably discharged. He then married Sandra Messina on February 8, 1969. They began their family together and had a son and a daughter, residing in East Boston. Bill held various jobs over the years. He retired from his position as a Mutuels Clerk at the Wonderland Racetrack in Revere which he held for over 10 years. Unfortunately, Bill lost his wife Sandra in 1996. He moved to Revere briefl y and then returned to East Boston and continued to be the best father he could be. He also became very involved with the American Legion, fi rst at East Boston Post 30 and he later became the commander of Revere Post 61. He took a much larger role within the organization and served as both the past Mass. State Comthe late Sandra M. (Messina) Chisholm of 27 years. He is the loving father of Michael Chisholm and wife Vickie Stringfellow of East Boston and Kerri-Ann Sowdon and husband Christopher of Plymouth. The cherished grandfather of Timothy and Alex. The treasured brother of Mary Clarke of Braintree and her late husband Patrick, he is the dear friend of Kathy Welch of East Boston. Caring uncle of Patrick, Mary Theresa, and Noreen Clarke. He is also lovingly survived by many cousins and friends. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the New England Shelter for Homeless Veterans, 17 Court St. Boston, MA 02141. Giovanni “Johnny” E. Rizzo py. He loved all his nieces and nephews and enjoyed whenever they were around him. He attended school, at the United Cerebral Palsy School and made friends with students, faculty and staff . Johnny’s life, although it was not long enough, was fi lled with love and memories by his family. He is the loving son of Ermelindo “Lenny” Rizzo and Maria (Mantia) Rizzo of Revere. The adored grandson of Rosetta Mantia. Cherished brother of the late Ralph Rizzo and his wife Melissa Chiet Rizzo, Anthony Rizzo and Courtney Mahoney, Linda Fillion and her husband David all of Revere. Beloved uncle of Jeannette and Melinda Rizzo, and Julian and Mia Fillion. Dear nephew of Concetta Alvarado, also lovingly survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Best friend of Kerri Coady. Friend and patient of Dr. Silva and Dr. Graham and all their associates and his nurse, Jessica Muwanguzi. He was also the treasured grandson of the late Antonio Mantia and the late Raff aele Rizzo and Maria Grazia Rizzo. Family & friends are respectfully invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, February 13th in the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza Beechwood Home for Funerals, Revere, followed by a funeral mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Ronald Lee “RF” Franklin O O f Revere. Died on Saturday, February 8th at the Massachusetts General Hospital with his loving and devoted family constantly by his side following a life long battle with Cerebral Palsy. Johhny would have celebrated his 42nd birthday on February 20th. Johnny was born to his loving parents, Lenny & Maria Rizzo on February 20, 1983, in Malden. Johnny was born with Cerebral Pasly and had the love, care and support from his parents, siblings and grandparents. He was always surrounded by people who loved him and made him hapf Revere. Died surrounded by his family on February 11. Beloved husband of the late April Joy Franklin. Devoted life partner of Peg Murphy. Adoring father of Merek Franklin and his wife Julianne, Evan Franklin and his wife Jessica, and Alysa Nigrelli and her husband Jason. Dear brother of Richard Franklin, Danny Franklin, and Paul Franklin. Loving grandfather of Adam and Mya Nigrelli, Hunter and Blake Franklin, and Ava and Jake Franklin. Services were at the Torf Funeral Chapel, Chelsea on Wednesday, February 12. Interment followed in Everett. Donations in RF’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741. 2024 MASSACHUSETTS CHILD AND FAMILY TAX CREDIT Y ou are now entitled to claim a tax credit on your 2024 Massachusetts individual income tax return if you are taking care of a dependent child, other dependent or spouse with a disability or another dependent who is age 65 or older. You can claim this tax credit if you are fi ling single, head of household or married fi ling joint on your tax return. Your dependent child must be under age 13 as of December 31, 2024. With respect to a dependent age 65 or older as of December 31, 2024, that would not include you or your spouse. The tax credit to claim on your Massachusetts return is $440 for each qualifying individual. There is no limit to the number of qualifi ed individuals that you can claim the tax credit for. This represents an increase over the calendar year 2023 tax credit which was $310 per individual. If you are a Massachusetts non-resident fi ling a non-resident Massachusetts income tax return, you cannot claim this tax credit. Part year residents can claim the credit and must calculate the tax credit he or she is qualifi ed for based upon the number of days living in Massachusetts. A dependent or spouse with a disability is an individual who is physically or mentally incapable of caring for himself or herself and who principally lives with the taxpayer for more than half of the taxable year. Taxpayers need to keep this tax credit in mind as many spouses are caring for a spouse who might be stricken with a disability such as dementia or a physical disability and requires a signifi cant amount of time in home health care from his or her spouse. This is also a refundable tax credit so even if you your total tax is zero and you had no withholdings from wages or pension income, for example, you would still be able to receive a refund based upon the tax credit as calculated on your Massachusetts income tax return. This is the second year that Massachusetts has provided for such a tax credit. It is a big help to taxpayers caring for children, parents or disabled individuals or spouses. This is in addition to the increase in the circuit breaker tax credit available to taxpayers age 65 or older, which is now up to $2,730. It was $2,400 in 2023 and only $1,200 in 2022. Joseph D. Cataldo is an Estate Planning/Elder Law Attorney, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, AICPA Personal Financial Specialist and holds a Master’s Degree in Taxation.
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