THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2022 Page 15 FOOD | FROM Page 12 It’s often an impossible choice between food and other critical needs,” said Bruce Van Saun, Chairman and CEO, Citizens Financial Group. “Our partnership with Feeding America helps to tackle the root causes of hunger and aims to increase the scale and impact of local food banks, particularly now, as our communities continue grappling with economic instability.” In 2021, through the Citizens Helping Citizens Fight Hunger initiative, the bank helped provide 16.3 million meals* via its partnership with Feeding America and other local hunger relief organizations. Citizens colleagues volunteered nearly 90,000 hours to help combat hunger in communities across the bank’s enterprise. In Greater Boston, Citizens has contributed a total of $200,000 to support The Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB). GBFB will use the $200,000 grant for its transportation fleet, covering the lease of two co-branded, refrigerated trucks for a period of 12 months. “Citizens has been supporting our mission to end hunger here in Eastern Massachusetts for over two decades,” said Catherine D’Amato, GBFB president and CEO. “They come on the road with us every day by supporting our transportation team, and their generosity is needed now more than ever as more and more families need our help due to the lingering FOOD | SEE Page 18 - LEGAL NOTICE - D To all interested persons: A Petition for of and of requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: of and of be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve on the bond in administration. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma O f Revere. Died on Sunday, August 28th at the age of 90 at home with his family by his side following a long illness. Beloved husband of 65 years to Lorraine M. (Charrier) Webber of Revere. Loving father of Teresa A. Webber of Peabody, Paul F. Webber of Revere, Elizabeth M. Leonard & husband Gregory of Lancaster, the late James M. Webber & his late wife Joyce Webber and the late Karen DaMore. Cherished grandfather of Edward J. Webber, Sean C. Webber & wife Nohemi, Patrick R. Webber, Victoria E. DaMore, Jack R. Leonard, Lauren A. Leonard, Sarah M. Leonard & the late Kathryn G. DaMore and great grandchildren, Michael, Logan, Ainsley, and Aiden. Ed was a lifelong resident of Revere, an alumnus of Revere High School, Class of 1949, and served in United States Navy during the Korean War. He returned home and served an apprenticeship with the Revere Journal as typesetter, which was the beginning of Ed’s career in printing at the Boston Herald and Bowne of Boston. At the age of 42, Ed returned to school at Boston State College where he earned his bachelor’s degree, a masters’ degree in education and certifi cate of advanced graduate study. After earning his degrees, he became a Graphic Arts teacher at Revere High School for over 20 years. Ed was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather & loyal friend. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #179 and served as Grand Knight. He was also a faithful member of the Immaculate Conception Parish, and a member the Retired State County and Municipal Employees Association. Family & friends were invited to attend Visiting Hours on Tuesday, September 6 in the Vertuccio & Smith, Home for Funerals, Revere, followed by a Funeral Mass in the Immaculate Conception Church, Revere. Interment followed in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. In lieu of flowers, rememO f Revere. Died on Tuesday, August 30th unexpectedly at her residence in Revere, she was 84 years old. Barbara was born and raised in East Boston to her late parents Nicholas & Mary (Shiroky) DiPalma. She was educated in Boston Public Schools and was an alumnus of the Girls Fitton Class of 1955. Following high school, Barbara worked for New England Tel & Tel in an administrative role. On January 14, 1961, she married her husband John P. Aylward. The couple moved to Revere, where they raised their family. She was the proud & loving mother of her three children. Barbara cherished her role as wife & mother. Barbara later returned to the workforce Edward J. “Ed” Webber OBITUARIES brances may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 022417005. Barbara (DiPalma) Aylward when her children were grown, at Shawmut Bank in Boston, where she worked in the Fraud Investigation Department. Her career spanned over 25 years. Barbara enjoyed her time spent at home with her husband, enjoying her family, and above all, her grandchildren, whom she loved unconditionally. She truly enjoyed cooking for her family and enjoyed feeding people. She was an avid reader, and loved reading a good book. Her presence will be greatly missed, but her memory and love she bestowed on her family will live forever. She is the beloved wife of over 61 years to John P. “Jack” Aylward of Revere. The loving mother of John P. “Jay” Aylward and wife Heidi of Westminster, CO., Kelly Aylward of Revere and Paula DiMartino her late husband Salvatore of Winthrop. The cherished grandmother of Meaghan Aylward of Westminster, CO., Nicholas DiMartino and Catina DiMartino both of Winthrop. She is the treasured sister of Carol Forti and husband William J. of Camden, ME. Also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, and grandnieces and grandnephews. Family & friends were respectfully invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, September 1st in Vazza’s Funeral Home, Revere. A funeral was conducted in the funeral home on Friday, September 2nd. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. In lieu of fl owers remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society; 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701. Third Anniversary Robert “Bobby” Picardi November 3, 1972 – September 15, 2019 97 19
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