THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Friday, October 4 , 2019 Page 25 OBITUARIES Nancy J. DiRienzo late Angelo DiRienzo. Caring sister of Lisa Boyer of Bronx, NY, Michael DiRienzo & his wife Catherine of Ware, Stephen DiRienzo & his wife Cara of W. Springfield and Tina Scalisi & her husband Brian of Saugus. Also survived by nieces, nephews, relatives & friends. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. Ruth B. (Goodwin) Jewell Of Revere, formerly of Melrose, passed away at the Melrose Wakefield Hospital with her family by her side on Sept. 24, 2019 at the age of 61. Nancy was raised in Melrose, a graduate of Melrose High School, Class of 1976 and went on to attend Bentley University. She worked as a Senior Finance Manager for American Express for many years, was involved with community service, resided in Malden for 20 years and the past 7 years in Revere. Nancy was very dedicated to her work and was on the board for her townhouse community. She was the “ go to person”, that took care of everyone in her family and was a loving & dedicated aunt to her many nieces & nephews. Nancy loved hosting holiday parties and enjoyed many vacations with her family. York Beach being one of her favorites. She was the loving daughter of Mildred (Hutchins) & the ished grandmother of Nicole Dawber, Mia Jewell and the late Ian Jewell. She is also survived by nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers donations in Ruth’s memory may be made to Make a Wish Foundation, 814 Elm St., Suite 300, Manchester, NH 03101 or American Heart Assoc. 300 5th Ave., Suite 6, Waltham, MA 02451. Joseph A. Mastrorio, Sr. grandfather of Michelle Mastrorio of Marblehead, Lori Blessman and her husband Michael of Swampscott, Joseph A. Mastrorio III and his wife Alicia of Beverly, April Cantone of Nashua NH, Glen Cantone and his fiancé Kelley of Fitchburg, Jade Baglio and her husband Robert of Revere and the late Keith Cantone. Adored greatgrandfather of Nicolas, Lila, Anna, Henry, Maeve, Millie, Joshua, Brianna, Cody , Lucas, Terrianna, Paul, Joey, Ava, and Makyla Dear brother of the late John, Concetta, Suzie and Dorothy. Loving brother in law to Alfonso, Anthony, Larry, Charles, Joseph, and James. Papa Joe was filled with life and although leaving many loved ones behind on earth he created memories that will last for generations to come. Robert A. Long, Sr. Passed away on September 22, 2019. She was 76 years old. Ruth was a resident of Woburn, formerly of Malden and Revere, and worked as a Home Health Aid for many years. Ruth was the beloved mother of Priscilla Dawber, Sharon Jewell, Barbara Jewell, and Robert Jewell and his wife Cynthia. She was the sister of Peter Goodwin and the late Helen Kent, Jane Hobbs, and Paul and Frank Goodwin. Ruth was the cherAward-Winning Landscaping Servicing the North Shore for over 38 Years Also known as “Papa Joe” or “The Mayor of North Ave”, of Revere passed away peacefully while watching the Red Sox Game and listening to Frank Sinatra surrounded by his family at his home on Thursday September 26, 2019 at the young age of 100. Beloved husband of the late Mary Mastrorio (Russo). Devoted father of Joseph A. Mastrorio Jr. and his wife Patricia of Marblehead, Janet Mastrorio and her finace Ben Mcnally of Fitchburg and Judy Cipolla and David Agresti of Revere. Cherished Passed away on Wednesday, September 18th at Winthrop Place in Winthrop, following a long illness. He was married for 56 loving years to his classmate the late Rita Marie (Leslie) Long. The lifelong resident of Revere was the only child of the late Retired Revere Fire Chief Alfred H. Long & Doris (Pike) Long. A graduate of Revere High School, Class of 1944, he joined the U.S. Navy and served aboard the U.S.S. Harrison DD573, in the Pacific Theater during World War II. He had the honor of being one of 5 destroyers, a week before the first atomic bomb was dropped to conduct a bombardment raid on Suruga Bay, and being one of the deepest surface ships to penetrate Japan during the war. Upon being discharged, he returned home and became a member of the Revere Fire Department, retiring with the rank of Lieutenant. He served 26 years and during his service he served 2 years as President of the Revere Firefighters Local 926 and 6 years as its secretary. He also served 2 terms as historian of the Mass. State Firefighters Assoc. Mr. Long was also editor & part owner of the Revere Journal newspaper for a number of years. During his tenure, the publication received numerous journalism awards on the New England State & National levels. His wife was also a member of the editorial staff. 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