Have a Safe & Happy Thanksgiving! Vol. 29, No. 48 -FREE- www.advocatene news.nett ery Friday er 781-286-8500 Wednesday, November 27, 2019 Pats fabulous season putting new life in RHS Football program as they tackle Winthrop on T-Day At Miller Field in Winthrop, 10 a.m. kickoff By Greg Phipps I Luana Barbosa held tight to the ball while being chased by a Winthrop player during Saturday’s Powder Puff football win. See page 14 for photo highlights. (Advocate Photo by Katy Rogers) Knights of Columbus hosts communal pre-Thanksgiving dinner n a Thanksgiving Day series in which the Winthrop Vikings have historically held a signifi - cant advantage over the Revere Patriots, recent years have seen Revere in the driver’s seat. The Patriots will be looking for their fourth straight win when the two rivals meet in this year’s Turkey Day match. The contest takes place at Miller Field in Winthrop (scheduled 10 a.m. kickoff ), and the Patriots have an opportunity to fi nish with a 10-win season if they can come out on top. Sporting a 9-1 record, Revere is coming off its lone defeat of the season – a 41-7 Div. 4. North fi nal loss at Melrose two weeks ago. Revere notched two playoff By Tara Vocino A Former School Committee Member Daniel Maguire, former City Councillor Stephen Reardon, former School Committee Member Richard Hayes, former Ward 2 City Councillor Cathy Penn and School Committee Member Frederick Sannella enjoy the annual Knights of Columbus event. (Advocate Photos by Tara Vocino) pproximately 50 people enjoyed a communal pre-Thanksgiving dinner at the Knights of Columbus Lodge last Thursday night. The Knights, a Roman Catholic organization, is based on the principles of charity, unity, fraternity and patriotism, according to Grand Knight John Verrengia. Immaculate Conception Parish Administrator Father Daniel Lazo read the names of the 13 departed brothers who passed away since the Shown in the front row are Edna and Robert Serino and Richard and Gail Pasquariello. Shown in the back row are John DeMarco, John Alfama and Luis Madera. Knights were re-chartered in the fall of 2016. They are Robert Haas, Dante Pepe, Vincent Corso, Pasquale DeMarco, Richard Promise, Francis Cunningham, Gerald Esposito, James Weeder, Joseph Miraglia, Ronald Corbett, Joseph Festa, Vincent Cammarata and Roger Naples. Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@ gmail.com. DINNER | SEE PAGE 15 wins to reach the fi nal, scoring 42 points in each victory, and knocked off perennial football stalwarts Lynn English and Marblehead during the regular season. Both of those wins came on the road. Winthrop, which sits at 4-6, is riding a two-game win streak entering the Thanksgiving game and has played some good teams tough this year, including a onepoint loss at Div. 3 North semifi - nalist Danvers. The Patriots have been able to handle most challenges this season, but the Vikings, who have put up 70 points combined it their last two games, could pose some problems. Revere head coach Lou Cicatelli made it clear after the fi nal loss that his team still has work to do, so it is unlikely the Patriots will be overlooking the Thanksgiving clash. Plus ending with a 10win season would be a real accomplishment and feather in the program’s cap. With underclassmen starters like quarterback Calvin Boudreau and receiver Billy Byrne-Ginepra, the Patriots appear to have built a solid situation moving forward, so a victory to end this season could help set the tone for 2020. Senior players, such as running back Joe Llanos, who’s had an MVP-type season coming back from an injury, and off ensive weapons Lucas Barbosa and Jonathan Murphy, and defenders Mazer Ali and Jaryd Benson would like nothing better than to end their Patriot careers with a W and resulting 10-win season. Overall, the annual series is one of the oldest in the state and dates back to 1913. The ViRHS | SEE PAGE 8 MassPort Noise Complaint Line: 617-561-3333 $2.45 GALLON
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THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 Page 3 Revere man convicted in domestic violence murder A Suffolk County Superior Court jury recently found Andrew MacCormack, 31, of Revere, guilty of fi rst-degree murder in the homicide of his wife, Vanessa Masucci. Sentencing before Judge Mary Ames will take place on Dec. 2. During 11 days of testimony, Assistant District Attorney Ian Polumbaum, who is the Chief of Suffolk County District Attorney Rachael Rollins’ Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Unit, and Assistant District Attorney Brian LeBlanc presented evidence and testimony to prove that Masucci had become fed up with the defendant’s erratic and evasive behavior and was preparing to leave the marriage. In text message exchanges during the month prior to her murder, the victim told the defendant that she intended to sell their house and seek out a divorce attorney. Earlier in the year, the defendant forged checks to himself from Masucci’s personal bank account and took one of her credit cards, which she had reported stolen. In addition, the victim’s wedding ring disappeared – as did the ring purchased with insurance money to replace it. MacCormack also pawned his own wedding band for $120. On September 23, 2017, the defendant left home but returned after his mother, who lived with the family, had left the house. The evidence proved that he strangled, stabbed and viciously beat his wife in their bedroom, all while the couple’s then-one-year-old daughter was inside the home. In addition to the injuries that took her life, Masucci’s body sustained chemical burns after her death. The evidence showed that these burns, and a rash that he had on his own upper body, were caused by bleach that the defendant used in an attempt to clean up the scene. For several hours MacCormack drove seemingly random routes around the Revere area and then brought his daughter with him to a friend’s home in Saugus, where he completed a carpentry job. On the way there, he texted Masucci’s phone to create the appearance that he was unaware of her death. After fi nishing the carpentry job, and with his daughter in the car, the defendant then drove to East Boston, where he purchased $100 in cocaine from his longtime dealer. During the day, MacCormack received phone calls from Masucci’s parents, who had become worried when they were unable to reach their daughter. The defendant was on the phone with the victim’s mother when he arrived home, and he reported that he had discovered Masucci’s body. “Vanessa Masucci’s future was violently ripped away from her by the person who took an oath, promising to love and care for her. I will not refer to Vanessa by her married name because the man who took her life will not also take her identity,” said Rollins. “Vanessa’s loved ones – her parents, her siblings and her daughter – have been left with a void in their hearts and questions that can never be answered. I’m grateful to my prosecutors and victim witness advocates, the Revere Police Department and the State Police detectives assigned to my offi ce who worked to hold Vanessa’s murderer accountable and to bring a small amount of comfort to her loved ones. We will continue to serve as a resource to their family as they enter the next chapter of their grief.” Domestic violence impacts individuals of all races, genders and backgrounds. It is about power and control. If you or someone you know has been affected by domestic violence and is in immediate danger, call 911. SafeLink, a statewide domestic violence hotline, can be reached at 877-785-2020. SafeLink is answered by trained advocates 24 hours a day in English, Spanish and Portuguese, as well as TTY at 877-521-2601. It also has the capacity to provide multilingual translation in more than 140 languages. In Suff olk County, victim witness advocates assigned to the Suff olk County District Attorney’s Offi ce can help survivors with safety planning, obtaining restraining orders and accessing services, regardless of whether they choose to participate in the prosecution of their abuser. Wishing you the best for a THANKSGIVING energized by family, food, and fulfillment.
Page 4 THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 Cameraman Promise remembered for service, faith and family values By Tara Vocino A staple at community events, Promise covered the local meetK nown as the man behindthe-camera, a Revere legend, Richard Promise, 68, died of health complications on Saturday morning. ings, including the City Council, for more than a decade. A 1975 graduate of Grahm Junior College, Promise served in the U.S. Army, and previously lived in PeShown from left to right are Robert Northrup, Phillip Vilasi, Richard Brelsford, Immaculate Conception Parish Nigerian Visiting Priest Fr. Isaac Patrick, Joshua and John Verrengia, Frank D’Angelo, Skip Abbene, Paul Ring, Michael DeBenedetto and the late Richard Promise (center) in July for a goodbye celebration for Father Patrick. Promise died over the weekend of health complications. (Photo Courtesy of John Verrengia) cover it, many times volunteering and spend hours videoing various events,” Verrengia said, “often on his own time, working deep into the night to get something onto local cable.” In fact, when Promise and Christina were honored for their 23rd and 25th-wedding anniversaries with a parish blessing, Promise struggled to leave the camera behind, according to Verrengia. Verregenia said he’s appreRevereTV Scheduling and Programming Coordinator Richard Promise passed away Thursday and will be greatly missed. (Photo Courtesy of RevereTV Executive Director Robert Dunbar) abody, Malden and Somerville, according to his college friend Ray Shaw. In his younger years, Promise worked at John David Shoes in Everett, Shaw said. Married to his wife, Christine, Promise was lecturer of the Revere Knights of Columbus and a lecturer at Immaculate Conception Parish and Our Lady of Lourdes Parish. According to Grand Knight John Verrengia, Promise was promoted to Fourth Degree Sir Knight in the Revere Knights of Columbus Lodge of St. Michael The Archangel #16550. “Rick was a beautiful person,” Verrengia said on Saturday afternoon; he knew Promise for 30 years from church. “He considered being in the Knights of Columbus a great honor.” But his videotaping didn’t stop at work. “And if there was an event, Rick was often there to ciative of all the times Promise videotaped the masses in the church park since Our Lady of Lourdes closed by preserving the church’s memory. Promise also had a beautiful singing voice, Verrengia said, and was in the choir at both churches. “While Rick did have some struggles from time to time with his health, he was taken far too early,” Verrengia said. “Rick was a big man but had a very big heart, devoted to his lovely wife, Christina, his faith and his work.” Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 Page 5 Revere High School Cheerleaders Crowned State Champions Special to Th e Advocate R evere High School Cheerleading wraps up an undefeated season with a state title – the Revere High School Cheerleading team dominated this season. The team captured wins at every stage of their competition schedule with the following accolades: 1st place in the Coed Division and Overall Grand Champions at the Invitational Competition at Masconomet Regional High School; 1st place in the Coed Division and Overall Grand Champions at the GBL League Competition hosted by Danvers High School; 1st place in the Large Coed Division at North Regionals hosted by North Andover High School; and finally, on Sunday, November 24, the CheerWINS | SEE PAGE 11 TIME & AGAIN GIRLS Start Your Weekend at the Marina Dance Party! Saturday, November 30 at 9 PM Dance to the Hits of Yesterday & Today DJ LOGIK Friday, November 29 at 9 PM Back By Popular Demand MONDAY'S SHUCK! $1.00 Oysters SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET Only $19.95 / 11am-2pm Featuring Al Whitney Jazz Band BOOK YOUR NEXT FUNCTION WITH US * GIFT CARDS Front row: Jerelys Canales, Niccole Gonzalez, Sofi a Gendreau, Captain Madeline Stuart, Head Coach Julianne Falzarano, Captain Ava Wiswall, Melanie Leonard, Vanessa Cabrera and Zoey LeGrand. Back row: Olivia Osborne, Adamarys Sanchez Cardona, Emily Chiles, Zachary Chbani, Assistant Coach Kylie Mazza, Alexa Bessler, Assistant Coaches Kristina Russo and Nicole Palermo, Allen Delarosa Polanco, Alexandra Ramirez Caro, Kaitlin Mendalka and Isabella Correia. AMPLE FREE www.marinaatthewharf.com 543 North Shore Rd. Revere 781-629-3798 PARKING AMAZING WATER VIEWS
Page 6 THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 Highly anticipated Italian seafood restaurant opens at Wonderland By Tara Vocino I n a previously vacant spot on the Wonderland MBTA station stairs, 300 people came out and 100 reservations were booked when a contemporary seafood restaurant, Dryft Revere, opened its doors on Friday night. gmail.com. Located at 500 Ocean Ave., the American seafood restaurant has an Italian infl uence, according to co-owner/events coordinator Nicole Aldi. “We please all pallets,” Aldi said. “We can also modify dishes for vegetarians, vegans and food allergies.” Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@ For Advertising with Results, call he A call The Advocate Newspapers cate Ne spapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net Developer Kyle Warwick, Mayor Brian Arrigo, Police Chief James Guido and School Committee Member/Councillor-atLarge-elect Gerry Visconti have an appetizer. SKATING CENTER www.Roller-World.com | 781-231-1111 ATM on site Sunday Located Adjacent to Rite Aid Pharmacy in Saugus Plaza, South Bound Route 1 MBTA Bus Route 429 FREE WI-FI - 2 WIDE SCREEN TV’S FULLY AIR CONDITIONED WINTER SKATING SCHEDULE ATTENTION! 12-8 p.m. $7.50 Monday Private Parties Tuesday School & PTO GROUPS 7:30-10:30 p.m. Adult Night 18+ only $8.50 Wednesday Private Parties Thursday Private Parties 3-11 p.m. $7.50 Friday Saturday Admission after 6 p.m. $8.50 12-11 p.m. $7.50 Admission after 6 p.m. $8.50 Skates included in price/Blades $3 Bowling Alleys, 2 snack bars, video games. School Vacation Weeks 12-8 p.m. Admission $7.50 Win a trip for 2 to Las Vegas Bellagio Hotel Jet Blue Air 5 days / 4 nights Your school PTO can for your group. Call for details. BIRTHDAY PARTIES $11.50/Person, min. of 10 kids. Price includes Adm. + Roller Skates. Cake, soda, paper goods, 20 tokens for birthday person plus 100 Redemption Tickets and a gift from Roller World in one of our private BP Rooms. Chamber of Commerce President Brian Davis, Mayor Brian Arrigo, Ward 2 City Councillor Ira Novoselsky and Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto in front of the Dryft Revere restaurant. Co-owners Michael and Nicole Aldi with their children, Michael and Mila, before the Dryft Revere grand opening at 500 Ocean Ave. on Friday night. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino)
THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 Page 7 General Manager/Co-owner Michael Aldi with Board of Assessors Chair Dana Brangiforte City offi cials prepare to cut the ribbon. Elle Baker, Mary Ellen Martin, and Julie DeMauro by the bar Co-owners Michael and Nicole Aldi Mayoral Aide Nick Romano with Dryft Revere Co-owner Michael Aldi Mila Aldi, 6, and Michael Aldi, 3, have chicken fi ngers and fries. Shown in the back row are Police Chief James Guido, Mayor Brian Arrigo, Ward 5 City Councillor John Powers, School Committee Member/Councillor-at-Large-elect Gerry Visconti, Councillorat-Large Steven Morabito and City Council Vice President/Ward 4 City Councillor Patrick Keefe. Shown in the middle row are Ward 1 City Councillor Joanne McKenna and Ward 2 City Councillor Ira Novoselsky. Shown kneeling are Dryft Revere General Manager/ In the prep line, Luis Restrepo and Juan Carlos prepare homemade charcuterie. Manager David Fegerlie, Owner/General Manager Michael Aldi, Manager Victoria Vonga, and Manager Jason Jackson Ward 1 City Councillor Joanne McKenna, Danielle Zaccaria, Adrienne Maguire, Daveen Arrigo and Linda DeMaio share a glass of champagne.
Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 RevereTV Spotlight H appy Thanksgiving! RevereTV started off the holiday season with providing live coverage of the Revere High School Football Team taking on the Winthrop Vikings. As we have previously mentioned, this team has had one of the most successful football seasons on record and defi nitely deserved the public support as they closed out the season with this annual rivalry. To honor their successful season, a marathon of the entire RHS Football season played throughout Thanksgiving Day on Comcast channel 8 and RCN channel 3. If you missed the marathon, you can now fi nd all of the team’s games for replay on our YouTube page. Last weekend, we provided live coverage of the Revere High School Girls Flag Football Game which was also vs. Winthrop. The Vikings put up a good fi ght, but the Patriots were victorious over Winthrop, ending in a score of 22 to 14. The game will continue to play on our city channel, but can also be found on YouTube. Special thanks goes to Chelsea Man Indicted for Bank Robbery RHS student and frequent RevereTV volunteer, Rose Burns, and Ward 4 Councillor, Patrick Keefe, for providing commentary for the game. We love having volunteers in the broadcast booth as it really adds to the pace and personality of any sports game. The holiday season does not bring a stop to community member production at the studio by any means. We were jampacked last week! Joe Fortunato continued editing his independent program, two new members took a basic studio class, and the crew of It’s All About Jesus recorded a new episode. William Peña of MigranTV recorded another marathon session of episodes with fellow community member, Diana Cardona, as director in the control room. One of the episodes included a new adolescent Spanish-speaking choir that sang Christmas themed songs. Our studio was crowded with the program’s crew, interview guests, and the kids with all of their parents. All new episodes of community member programs air on Comcast channel 8 and RCN channel 3. BOSTON – A Chelsea man was indicted on Friday, November 22, 2019 by a federal grand jury in Boston for the September 2019 robbery of a branch of the TD Bank in Chelsea. Edward Robert Rezendes, 66, was indicted on one count of bank robbery. Rezendes, who is currently on supervised release for an unrelated bank robbery, was charged by criminal complaint in U.S. District Court earlier this month. According to charging documents, on Sept. 10, 2019, RHS | FROM PAGE 1 kings own a substantial 55-29 lead. There have been three ties. Up until winning the past three holiday tilts, Revere had come out ahead just four times since Rezendes entered the bank, handed a teller a demand note, and left the bank with approximately $3,760. The charging statute provides for a sentence of up to 10 years in prison, three years of supervised release, and a fi ne of $250,000. Sentences are imposed by a federal district court judge based upon the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors. United States Attorney Andrew E. Lelling; Joseph R. Bonavolonta, Special Agent in 1974, and one of those victories was a forfeit. Last year’s game was played under extremely cold conditions at Harry Della Russo Stadium. Winthrop took an early 6-0 lead before Revere stormed back Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Boston Field Division; and Chelsea Police Chief Brian Kyes made the announcement made the announcement. Assistant U.S. Attorney Adam W. Deitch of Lelling’s Major Crimes Unit is prosecuting the case. The details contained in the charging documents are allegations. The defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. with all the remaining points, including 12 in the second half, to emerge with an 18-6 win. The games have been close in recent seasons. The Patriots came away with a 17-14 victory two years ago and a 14-7 triumph in 2016. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma
THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 Page 9 Knights of Columbus host holiday fundraiser on Dec. 4 T he Revere Knights of Columbus mission of charity includes clothing and food drives, scholarships, weekly community breakfasts, hosting Mentor Luncheons to benefit the community – their clothing drive helps homeless both locally and overseas! The Knights will be hosting their signature fundraiser on Wednesday, December 4, from 6-9:30 p.m. at the Beachmont VFW (150 Bennington St., Revere) with a $5,000 raffle drawing and other cash prizes. For a $50 ticket (and you do not need to be present to win) you can win cash prizes from $50 to $5,000 and enjoy a great Italian dinner catered by DeMaino’s and a great time. We are going to have some non-cash raffl e prizes also, just in time for Christmas. Tickets (cost $50) are still available – call 781-248-4868 or email Treasurer Michael Piccardi at polly11669@aol.com or call him at 339-226-2712. The Revere Knights of Columbus is a nonprofi t 501(c) (8) organization. Three firefighters to be honored Dec. 3 O n April 16, a box alarm was struck for a motor vehicle accident on Route 1A in Revere, with reports of multiple people trapped inside a vehicle that had veered off the road into the Pines River. Engine 5 was first on the scene, and Lieutenant Sean Griffi n instructed Firefi ghter Frank Trichilo to prepare the hose line fl otation equipment while he and Firefi ghter Paul McInnis started down to the shoreline. The vehicle was nearly submerged, and with the airbags deployed it was hard to see inside. Witnesses said an occupant was still inside. With the situation rapidly deteriorating, Griffi n and McInnis entered the water without wet suits – just their Class B uniforms – while Trichilo assisted from the shore. Griffi n and Trichilo waded out 25 feet in the 43-degree water. It was windy and they were wading through water about fi ve feet deep. They reached the submerged vehicle and were able to open the driver’s side door and get the person out. The driver was disoriented, injured and weak, but alive. They placed him on his back and took him safely to shore, where he was treated and then transported to the emergency room for further evaluation. They conducted a secondary search for additional occupants, but none were found. The three firefighters will honored for their bravery on December 3. Eastern bank Bldg. Rt-1 605 Broadway, #301 Saugus, MA 01906 781-233-6844 www.bostonnorthdental.com Dr. Priti Amlani Dr. Bruce Goldman Dr. Bhavisha Patel Full mouth Rehabilitation Before After
Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 Here’s wishing you a Thanksgiving holiday complete with all the trimmings - good food, good friends, and good times. Speaker of the House Robert A. DeLeo State Representative RoseLee Vincent Ward 2 Councillor Ira Novoselsky School Board Member Carol Tye Ward 3 Councillor Arthur Guinasso Councillor-at-Large-Elect Gerry Visconti School Commitee Elect Anthony D’Ambrosio Mayor Brian Arrigo & Family Councillor-at-Large Jessica Giannino Ward 6 Councillor-Elect Richard “Ricky Serino Ward 5 Councillor John Powers School Board Member Susan Gravellese School Board Member Michael Ferrante
THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 Page 11 Here’s wishing you a Thanksgiving holiday complete with all the trimmings - good food, good friends, and good times. Councillor-at-Large Steve Morabito Ward 4 Councillor Patrick Keefe Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto Councillor-at-Large George Rotondo ATLAS AUTOBODY Over 30 Years of putting families back on the road safe & fast! 1605 NORTH SHORE ROAD, REVERE * 781-284-1200 The Marina Restaurant & Bar At The Wharf 543 North Shore Rd., Revere * 781-629-3798 SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET * 11AM-2PM WINS | SEE PAGE 5 leaders took home the state title for the Large Coed Division at the Massachusetts State Championship hosted by the Massachusetts School Administrators' Association and Worcester State University. With one of the highest scores ever earned by RHS Cheer, the coaches (Head Coach Julianne Falzarano and Assistant Coaches Kristina Russo, Nicole Palermo and Kylie Mazza) attribute the team’s success to the athletes’ unmatched dedication to the team, their drive and strong work ethic, and their ability to overcome obstacles. ENTERTAINMENT EVERY WEEKEND
Page 12 THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 The Revere Patriots football team, in no particular order, are Adetayo Atitebi, Billy Byrne-Ginepra, Daniel Orrego, Marco Cerbone, Edwin Hernandez, Jonathan Murphy, Calvin Boudrea, Anwar Marbouh, Mark Galvez, Dillon Day, Sami Elasri, Moo Husseb, Esteban Henao, William Rosales, Gabriel Hysenai, Jarrod Natola, Mohammed Laareg, Joe Llanos, Ricardo Goncalves, Zachary Furlong, Wilmer Rodriguez, Mazer Ali, Christian Dos Santos, John Tran, Taha Benmoussa, Yassir Soukaki, Mark Marchese, Jaryd Benson, Vinny Vu, Joshua Laurina, EmPats fabulous seasoPats fabulous season RHS Football program as thRHS Football program as the Quarterback Calvin Boudreau Running back Joe Llanos
THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 Page 13 manuel Alvarado, Ryan Doucette, Jon Burrow, Josimar Martinez, Max Doucette, Willy Arriaga, Ryan Schaefer, Alaa Atoui, Angel Ceja, Kevin Willett, Elmer Varela, Mike Guzman, Chris Fortin, Michael Mesies, Elmahdi Elkaouakibi, Dominic Reed, Elijah Nater, Yophee Ek, Jason Shosho, Cam Ventura, Rayan Riazi, Zachary Speroni, Zach Bowden, Milton Rios and Augusto Goncalves. At Miller Field in Winthrop, 10 a.m. kickoff n putting new life in putting new life in ey tackle Winthrop on T-Dayy tackle Winthrop on T-Day The RHS Patriots Cheerleaders are shown in no particular order: Capt. Ava Wiswall, Capt. Madeline Stuart, Melanie Leonard, Sofi a Gendreau, Emily Chiles, Alexa Bessler, Olivia Osborne, Zach Cnbani, Ady Sanchez, Alex Ramirez, Allen Polanco, Kaitlin Mendalka, Niccole Gonzales, Jerelys Canales, Bella Correia, and Zoey Legrand. The team is coached by Kristina Russo, Head Coach Julianne Falzarano and Nicole Palermo. (Advocate photo by JD Mitchell)
Page 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 Lady Pats Powder Puff football team beats Winthrop 22-14 Revere High School participated in their annual Powder Puff game against Winthrop on Saturday afternoon. The Revere girls were victorious with a score of 22-14. (Advocate Photos by Katy Rogers) Revere girls took part in the Powder Puff tournament on Saturday. Kayla Armetta and Heather Callahan faced off in the Revere vs. Winthrop Powder Puff Tournament. Angelice Leng gripped the ball while she was tackled by Winthrop opponents. Revere girls took part in the Powder Puff tournament on Saturday. Sofia Gouriny kicked off alongside teammate Isabella De Toni. Brenda Bettero of Revere and Devon Barry of Winthrop faced off at Revere High School in the Powder Puff Tournament. Luana Barbosa ran the fi eld with the ball on Saturday. Revere and Winthrop faced off in a Powder Puff girls football game on Saturday. Sofi a Gouriny and Nubya Filho chased down their opponent, Olivia Driscoll. The Revere team pledged the fl ag before the game began. In the month of Thanksgiving, Portal To Hope sends special thanks to our program supporters and volunteers! For more information about Portal To Hope, or to get involved in the cause to end domestic violence, please call: (781) 338-7678 or visit: www.portaltohope.org The crowd cheered on the girls from Revere. Revere’s Eve Lescovitz chased down Sonedia Dalhquist of Winthrop.
THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 Page 15 Astrid Umanzor chased down a Winthrop opponent on the fi eld. Olivia Driscoll of Winthrop defended the ball against Revere. Revere’s Crystal Valente defended the ball against Winthrop. Co-Captain Giulia Cincinnato successfully grabbed a fl ag from Winthrop opponent Vita Begoli. DINNER | SEE PAGE 15 Melanie Duarte played quarterback for Revere. Crystal Valente charged towards her opponents, scoring the fi rst touchdown for Revere. Olivia Driscoll of Winthrop and Tiff any Scoppettuolo of Revere competed in the Powder Puff match on Saturday. Event Organizer John Verrengia links hands with Robert Alessi, Len Piazza and Marie Alessi. Shown in the middle is School Committee Memeber Carol Tye. Michael, Anna and Pina Piccardi and Marie and Steven Mattera partake in all the fi xings. Immaculate Conception Parish Administrator Father Daniel Lazo reads the names of the 13 departed brothers and prayed that they enjoy peace in Heaven. Special Guest Chef Patrick Keefe, Paul and Nancy Ring and – celebrating her 93rd birthday – Elisa Brelsford Shown in the bottom row are Michael Palladino and Michael Chiesa. Shown in the top row are William Wallack and Frank DeAngelo. Shown in the bottom row are Frank Sarro, Robert Northrup and Linda Giacobbe. Shown in the back row are Nicholas Giacobbe and Al Terminiello, Jr. Knight Richard Pasquariello said he brought some sick brothers back for Thanksgiving dinner.
Page 16 THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 ingly, many of these families have channeled their pain into making our roadways safer, and it has been a privilege to have worked closely with them over the past 15 years to ensure a strong law. I hope this measure provides some solace, as it is their tenacious advocacy in memory of their loved ones that has fi nally achieved these new life-saving protections.” “I wholeheartedly support the THE HOUSE AND SENATE Beacon Hill Roll Call records the votes of local senators and representatives from the week of November 18-22. SUBSCRIBE TO MASSTERLIST - IT’S FREE! Join more than 19,000 other people from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens who start their morning with a copy of MASSterList! MASSterList is a daily ensemble of news and commentary about the Legislature, Politics, Media and Judiciary of Massachusetts drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications selected by widely acclaimed and highly experienced editor Jay Fitzgerald. Jay introduces each article in his own clever and never-boring, inimitable way. Go to: www.massterlist.com/subscribe Type in your email address and in 15 seconds you will be signed up for a free subscription with no strings attached. $1.5 BILLION FOR EDUCATION (H 4157) House 156-0, Senate 39-0, approved and sent to Gov. Charlie Baker the Student Opportunity Act that invests $1.5 billion, mostly in the form of Chapter 70 Aid for local school districts, in the state’s public K-12 education system over the next seven years. The measure implements the recommendations of the Foundation Budget Review Commission which found the state was underfunding schools by more than $1 billion annually. “Access to a high-quality public education is a fundamental right for every child, and that’s why the Student Opportunity Act will make an unprecedented $1.5 billion investment in our public schools, ensuring that school districts across the commonwealth have adequate and equitable resources to provide all students, especially those facing adversity, with a high-quality public education,” said Sen. Jason Lewis (D-Winchester), the Senate chair of the Education Committee. “I am confi dent that the Student Opportunity Act will eff ectively address achievement and opportunity gaps and make a meaningful difference to generations of Massachusetts students.” “Today’s enactment of the Student Opportunity Act will lead to greater resources for public school students across the commonwealth.” said House Education Committee chair Rep. Alice Peisch (D-Wellesley). “The House vote is a clear indication of our commitment to ensuring that all students, and especially low-income students and English learners, have full access to the high quality education that Massachusetts provides its children.” “This historic bill represents a milestone for our students, for our communities and for racial and economic justice,” said MTA President Merrie Najimy. “It will have a dramatic impact on the education of more than 900,000 students, especially benefiting low-income students and students of color who have been left behind by the state’s outdated school funding formula.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Bob DeLeo Rep. RoseLee Vincent Sen. Joseph Boncore Yes Yes Yes BAN HAND-HELD CELL PHONES (S 2216) House 154-1, Senate 38-1, approved and sent to Gov. Baker a bill that would prohibit drivers, except on-duty public safety personnel, from using a hand-held cellphone or other electronic device to make a call or access social media. The measure allows drivers to use only a handsfree phone but allows him or her to perform a single tap or swipe to activate or deactivate the hands-free mode feature. Public safety personnel are exempt from the ban. Use of a hand-held phone would be permitted in emergencies including if the vehicle is disabled; a disabled vehicle or an accident are present on a roadway; medical attention is required; police, fi refi ghter or other emergency services are necessary for the personal safety of the operator or a passenger or to otherwise ensure the safety of the public. Violators would be fi ned $100 for a fi rst off ense, $250 for a second offense and $500 for a third and subsequent off ense. A third off ense would count as a surchargeable offense that could lead to higher insurance rates for the violator. The measure basically keeps the current mandate that police departments document the driver’s race only when they issue a ticket, write a warning, or make an arrest after a traffi c stop. Some say that will not gather enough data and that the only way to do so is to get the information on all cars that are stopped regardless of whether they are arrested, received a ticket or a warning. Supporters said that the bill would save lives and prevent accidents. They noted that the measure does not ban cellphone use but simply requires the use of hands-free ones. They pointed to accidents, deaths and injuries involving handheld cell phones. Some opponents say that the restriction is another example of government intrusion into people’s cars and lives. Others note that there are already laws on the books prohibiting driving while distracted and that the bill is a bonanza for insurance companies which will collect millions of dollars in surcharges. “Today marks a signifi cant milestone in increasing safety on our roadways,” said Sen. Mark Montigny (D-New Bedford), longtime sponsor of hands-free legislation. “While this should have happened years ago, I am thankful that we have delivered a strong bill to the governor. For far too long, distracted driving has claimed the lives of innocent people and wreaked havoc upon families, forever robbed of planning graduations, weddings and holidays. Amazprovisions of the compromise bill that outlaw distracted driving, and I so much wanted to vote yes to enact this legislation,” said Sen. Becca Rausch (D-Needham). “But I could not get to a ‘yes’ vote because the data provisions do not mandate data collection on all traffi c stops or define “racial or gender profiling.” The bill also creates concerning precedent about access to public records, such as the data actually collected, even though all of the data contemplated by the bill must be de-identifi ed. Further, I have serious concerns about the path the data will take to its fi nal analysis.” “Today’s fi nal bill is a major public safety improvement for the residents of Massachusetts,” said Rep. Bill Straus (D-Mattapoisett), House chair of the Committee on Transportation. “Distracted driving has caused too many unnecessary tragedies and I am pleased that our state will now join the ranks of other states who have adopted a ban on holding a phone while driving.” “For decades, the ACLU has advocated to make roads and highways safer by collecting race data for all motor vehicle stops and ensuring equity in traffi c enforcement,” said Rahsaan Hall, racial justice program director at the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Massachusetts. “Without data on all stops, police departments cannot have a complete picture of their practices, and where reforms may be necessary. This version of the bill continues to require data collection only for the subset of traffi c stops that result in a warning or citation, as required under current law. (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Bob DeLeo Rep. RoseLee Vincent Sen. Joseph Boncore Yes Yes Yes CHILDREN’S HEALTH (S 2368) House 155-0, Senate 40-0, approved and sent to Gov. Baker legislation designed to make it easier for children and their families to navigate the state’s complicated and often difficult to understand health care system. A key provision requires health insurance companies to perform monthly updates of their provider databases that tell patients which doctors and other medical resources are available to them. Patients complain that many physicians are listed as local and taking new patients despite having retired, moved or stopped accepting new patients. The measure also allows foster children to remain covered by MassHealth until they turn 26, the same option that children covered by their parents’ private insurance currently have; examines the barriers to mental and behavioral health supports for children; establishes a commission to study mandated reporting laws; and provides for increased education around child sex abuse and exploitation. “I am proud of the eff orts of the Legislature this week to expand access to behavioral health services for children in Massachusetts,” said Rep. Jennifer Benson (D-Lunenburg), the House chair of the Committee on Healthcare Financing. “This bill bridges the gap between our children and the services available to them and gives parents the information they need to make informed health care decisions.” “There are several barriers to access for children in the commonwealth who are in need of behavioral health services, and this legislation takes several steps to address them,” said Sen. Cindy Friedman (D-Arlington), Senate chair of the Committee on Health Care Financing. “I’m especially proud that this comprehensive bill requires provider network directories to be more transparent and include accurate, up-to-date information to help connect children with the mental health providers that they need.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Bob DeLeo Rep. RoseLee Vincent Sen. Joseph Boncore 4087) Yes Yes Yes CAMPAIGN FINANCE LAWS (H House 155-0, Senate 39-0, approved and sent to the governor a bill making changes in the state’s campaign fi nance laws. Current law exempts legislative candidates and some candidates for mayor from the requirement that they use a depository reporting system which currently must be followed by statewide, county and many other municipal candidates. The bill requires legislative candidates and some candidates for mayor to adhere to the same strict requirements. The depository reporting system requires candidates to fi le a monthly report that discloses all campaign fi nance activity. Legislative reports are under the current non-depository system and are fi led only two or three times a year. Another provision directs the Office of Campaign and Political Finance (OCPF) to write regulations regarding the appropriate use of websites and social media for campaign purposes. The measure also creates a special legislative commission to examine the feasibility of allowing candidates for state, county or municipal elected offi ce to use campaign funds to pay for family care and childcare services for the candidate. “I’m proud of the Senate for passing this updated campaign fi nance reform legislation,” said Elections Committee Senate chair Sen. Barry Finegold (D-Andover). “The depository system will lead to increased transparency and uniformity, while minimizing the accidental errors in reporting that often plague campaigns. Voters deserve to know how we get our money as candidates and how we spend it, and the move to the depository system will make all of that data more readily available.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Rep. Bob DeLeo Rep. RoseLee Vincent Sen. Joseph Boncore Yes Yes Yes BAN FLAVORED VAPING AND TOBACCO PRODUCTS (H 4196) House 119-33, Senate 32-6, approved and sent to Gov. Baker a bill that would ban the sale of fl avored vaping and tobacco products—including mint and menthol cigarettes—and impose a 75 percent excise tax on e-cigarettes. Businesses that don’t comply with the bill’s provisions could have their Lottery licenses temporarily suspended. The bill also requires commercial health insurers and MassHealth to cover the costs of smoking cessation programs and nicotine replacement therapy. Another provision raises the penalties on retailers for illegal tobacco sales. “For far too long, Big Tobacco has targeted our kids with fl avored products,” said Sen. 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THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 Page 17 BEACON| FROM PAGE 16 legislation. “By banning the sale of the fl avored products that attract young people, implementing a 75 percent excise tax on e-cigarettes, and expanding coverage of cessation treatment, we are telling Big Tobacco their days of hooking kids in Massachusetts are over. Hopefully, this eff ort will serve as a road map for the rest of the country. I am proud to stand with my colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature in passing this landmark legislation.” “We are disappointed the Legislature supports bills that disproportionately impact communities of color and have disastrous implications for public health, public safety, state tax revenue and jobs in the commonwealth,” said Jon Shaer, executive director of the New England Convenience Store and Energy Marketer Association. “The House and Senate bills claim to address youth vaping, but by including menthol and mint tobacco they target adults and, in particular, minority adults and their communities. Action to positively impact youth vaping is achievable without banning menthol and mint tobacco – legal, adult products that aren’t associated with youth overuse and have no reason to be included in this legislation.” “This legislation is a critical step to help end the worsening youth e-cigarette epidemic and stop tobacco companies from using appealing fl avors to lure kids into a lifetime of addiction,” said Matthew Myers, president of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids. “It would make Massachusetts the fi rst state in the nation to prohibit the sale of all fl avored tobacco products.” “While I wholeheartedly supported the ban on fl avored tobacco and vaping products, I thought the ban on menthol cigarettes was an overreach,” said Rep. Chris Hendricks (DNew Bedford). “Menthol cigarettes have been around for 100 years and I fi nd the claim that menthols have led to a rise in smoking among adolescents to be unpersuasive. I do acknowledge that minority communities have been unfairly targeted with menthol advertising by the tobacco industry for decades. However, a proper remedy to that behavior should not be a ban on menthol cigarettes.” “The … vote to support removing all fl avors from tobacco products is essential for reducing their appeal to youth,” said Allyson Perron Drag, the government relations director for the American Heart Association in Massachusetts. “The evidence is clear that fl avors have played a key role in increasing their appeal among our children. Today’s vote is a crucial step in protecting future generations from a lifetime of addiction to deadly tobacco products.” “These products are already outlawed for children,” said Rep. Shaunna O’Connell (R-Taunton). “I trust that adults can make intelligent decisions on these products.” “Representing border communities, this bill will just send even more business over the border and some of that business will be young adults,” said Rep. Colleen Garry (DDracut). “I don’t think it will stop people from smoking. It will just have them buying cigarettes and other things in New Hampshire.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Bob DeLeo Rep. RoseLee Vincent Sen. Joseph Boncore Yes Yes Yes ALLOW MENTHOL CIGARETTES (S 2407) Senate 11-27, rejected an amendment that would exempt menthol cigarettes from the ban and allow them to be sold. Amendment supporters said the ban on menthol cigarettes goes too far. They noted adults are old enough to have freedom of choice and decide whether they want to smoke menthol cigarettes. Amendment opponents said menthol has the ability to make the intake of chemicals and nicotine smoother -- allowing smokers to take nicotine in more frequently which results in a quicker and stronger addiction. They noted that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration banned all fl avored cigarettes except menthol in 2009. They argued it is time to include menthol in the ban. (A “Yes” vote is for allowing the sale of menthol cigarettes. A “No” vote is against allowing it.) Sen. Joseph Boncore No TAX CREDIT FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO USE SMOKING CESSATION PRODUCTS (S 2407) Senate 7-32, rejected an amendment providing up to a $500 tax credit for smokers who purchase smoking cessation products or get counseling to stop smoking. Amendment supporters said this modest tax credit will be an additional incentive to try to stop smoking and will actually save some people from smoking-related illnesses or death. Amendment opponents said the bill already requires private and state workers’ health insurance plans to cover cessation products and counseling and exempts products available only by prescription from the sales tax. They noted that there has been no estimate of how much the tax credit will cost the state in lost revenue. (A “Yes” vote is for the tax credit. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Joseph Boncore No BAN ON PLASTIC BAGS (S 2410) Senate 36-4, approved and sent to the House a bill that would prohibit stores from providing customers with a single-use carryout bag -- defi ned as “made of plastic, paper or other material that is provided by a store to a customer at the point of sale and that is not a recycled paper bag or a reusable grocery bag.” Stores would have the option to make recycled paper bags available for a charge of at least 10 cents. The measure exempts companies that have fewer than three stores, less than 4,000 square feet of retail space per store and not more than 15 employees. The bill would preempt existing plastic bag bans already implemented in cities and towns in order to provide consistency for stores across the state. The ban would continue to allow for plastic bags for specifi c products where plastic serves an enhanced purpose, such as for produce, poultry or other food items to keep them fresh, or for frozen items or items prone to leak. “As the lead Senate sponsor of the plastic bag ban since I fi rst arrived in the Senate in 2009, I am proud to join my senator colleagues in passing one of the strongest plastic bag bans in the country,” said Sen. Jamie Eldridge (D-Acton) … “I’m extremely pleased that the Senate has passed legislation that will address the negative impacts of single-use plastic bags on our environment.” “We should fi nd ways to recycle single-use plastic bags properly,” said Sen. Dean Tran (R-Fitchburg). “Banning them is not the right approach to addressing the recycling issue “This will not help the environment but rather creates a hardship on our low income and senior citizen population.” “We are grateful that the Senate took action last night on an important environmental issue ---reducing plastic waste,” said MASSPIRG Executive Director Janet Domenitz. “Plastic bags start out as fossil fuels and end up as pollution in landfi lls and incinerators; or as litter in our parks, neighborhoods and oceans. We need to go back to the future--reducing waste and single use plastics.” “Unfortunately, the Senate’s plastic bag ban will increase operating costs for Main Street businesses and raise prices for shoppers trying to balance household budgets,” said Christopher Carlozzi, the Massachusetts state director of the National Federation of Independent Business. “Most consumers already reuse shopping bags to line garbage cans, pack their lunches or dispose of animal waste. Instead of a ban, the Senate should have focused their eff orts on promoting and educating the public on plastic bag recycling programs.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill. A “No” vote is against it.) Sen. Joseph Boncore Yes HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been fi led. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of November 18-22, the House met for a total of 26 hours and nine minutes and the Senate met for a total of 18 hours and 37 minutes. Mon. November 18 House 11:00 a.m. to 2:32 p.m. Senate 11:08 a.m. to 11:18 a.m. Tues. November 19 House 11:17 a.m. to 4:10 p.m. Senate 11:26 a.m. to 4:07 p.m. Wed. November 20 House 11:01 a.m. to 12:47 a.m. on Thursday Senate 11:05 a.m. to 12:49 a.m. on Thursday Thurs. November 21 No House session Senate 11:09 a.m. to 11:11 a.m. Fri. November 22 House 12:30 p.m. to 4:28 p.m. No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com How to Know When an Older Parent Has a Gambling Problem Dear Savvy Senior, I’m worried that my 76-year-old father has become addicted to gambling. He spends at least two days a week at an Indian casino about a half-hour’s drive from his house playing slot machines. What can I do? Worried Daughter Dear Worried, Problem gambling among older adults is unfortunately on the rise. Studies suggest that more than 4 million Americans, age 65 and older, could have a gambling problem. The reasons behind this growing problem are because seniors have time and money on their hands and the infl ux of casinos that have cropped up around the country have made access to gambling much more convenient. Here’s what you should know, along with some tips and resources that can help your dad if he does indeed have a problem. Problem Gambling For most older adults, gambling is simply a fun recreational activity, but for those who become addicted to it, it can be a devastating disease that can fi nancially wipe them out. There are a number of reasons why seniors can be vulnerable to gambling problems. For starters, seniors are often catered to by casinos with free bus transportation, free drinks, discounted meals, special rewards and other prizes as a way to entice them. In addition, many seniors use gambling as a way to distract or escape feelings of loneliness, depression or even a chronic health condition. Some may have fi nancial problems they are seeking to overcome. And some may have cognitive impairment that interferes with their ability to make sound decisions. Adding to the problem is that many seniors may not understand addiction, making them less likely to identify a gambling problem. Or they may be confused or embarrassed that they can’t control their urges to gamble and reluctant to seek help because they think that at their age, they should know better. And even if they recognize that they have a problem, they may not know that help is available or where to get it. You should also know that while there are many gambling options for people to get hooked on today, casino slot machines are far and away the most popular among seniors. Slot machines are much more addictive then the old machines of yesteryear with spinning lemons, cherries and melons. Many of today’s slot machines off er intense sensory stimulation with large video screens, music and vibrating, ergonomic chairs. Get Help How can you know if your dad has a gambling problem? Gamblers Anonymous off ers a 20-question online test at GamblersAnonymous.org that he can take to help determine if he has a problem. In the meantime, here are some questions you can ask to help evaluate his situation. Is he preoccupied with gambling, constantly talking about it, or planning to gamble versus doing his normal activities? Is he gambling more and more money to get the same level of excitement? Is he using his retirement funds or other savings to gamble, or is he pawning or selling personal items to get money to gamble with? Has he lost control to the point that he can’t set a limit of time and money to spend in the casino, and stick to it? Does he become uncomfortable, angry or lie when you ask him about his gambling activities? If your dad answers yes to any of these questions, he may have a problem. To fi nd help contact the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPgambling.org), a non-profi t organization that operates a 24-hour national hotline at 800522-4700. They can direct you to resources in your area, including counselors who have been trained through the National Certifi ed Gambler Counseling Program. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
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THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 Page 19 Obituaries Marguerite P. (Ricciardelli) Belgiorno P assed away in the serene presence of her God & her loving family in the comfort of her home on Wednesday, November 20th after a very brief illness. She was 96 years old. A Funeral Service will be conducted in the funeral home at 11:30 a.m., followed by interment in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Marguerite was born in Glens Falls, New York to Antonio & Mary (Fusco) Ricciardelli. Shortly thereafter, the family moved from New York & settled in East Boston. Marguerite was educated in Boston Schools and was an alumna of East Boston High School, Class of 1940. She began a career as a seamstress after graduation working in the garment district for several years, specializing as a “Millner” making hats. On September 6, 1942 she married the love of her life, Ermanno “Al” Belgiorno. The couple moved to Revere in 1954, where they would raise their family. Marguerite continued to work as a seamstress, her work was her passion. She loved to sew and make creations. While she was raising her family, she continued as a seamstress working from her home. Her client list grew as everyone would seek her out for their tailoring needs. She never let anything go to waste and she would fi nd various uses for all of her materials. Her talents were endless and so were her limits. She could turn a pair of old drapes into a dress, re-wire a lamp, refi nish a piece of furniture, upholster a chair or whatever needed to be repaired. Marguerite was also a proud homemaker and excellent cook. Her greatest achievement was her family, it was her biggest love and her favorite place to be was with her family. She surrounded herself with her children and grandchildren all the time. She was an active grandmother, always present at her grandchildren’s sporting events, games, recitals or whatever the occasion. Her love was always present for her family & they demonstrated the same for their beautiful wonderful loving matriarch. She is the devoted wife of 74 years to the late Ermanno A. “Al” Belgiorno, who passed on Jan. 19, 2017. Loving & proud mother of Paula M. DeSimone & husband Christopher of Pepperell, Stephen P. Belgiorno & wife Taryn of Danvers & Denise C. Belgiorno & fi ancé Zino Amato of Revere. Cherished grandmother of Pamela C. Jeff re & husband Daniel of Clearwater, FL, David M. DeSimone & wife Tierney Bianconi of Somerville, Diana M. Belgiorno of Danvers & Leanne R. Belgiorno of Manhattan, NY. Adored great-grandmother of Elias C. & Isaac D. Jeff re of Clearwater, Fl. Dear sister of Robert Ricciardelli & wife Alice of Melrose and the late Joseph, Eugene A. “Al”, Albert, Angelo & Anthony Ricciardelli. She is also lovingly survived by many loving nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews & wonderful neighbors that became extended family. Lawrence H. Centrella O f Boxford, formerly of Revere, passed away November 21, 2019 at the age of 74. He was the belo v ed husband of the late Suzanne (S o zio) Centrella. Cherished father of Jason Centrella and his wife Loredanna of Melrose, Damien Centrella of Revere and Gina Centrella and her husband Michael O’Hara of Boxford. Adored grandfather of Adriana and Sofi a Centrella, Nicholas Masucci and Michael and Giana O’Hara. Dear bother of David Centrella of Dorchester and Anthony Centrella of Hopkinton. Lawrence was an Army Veteran, proudly serving his country during the Vietnam War. He was a dedicated pressman for the Boston Globe, retiring after 40 years. An avid golfer, Lawrence was also a member of the Gannon Golf Course. At the family’s request, in lieu of fl owers, donations may be made in Lawrence’s memory to the Jordan Boys & Girls Club of Chelsea, 30 Willow Street, Chelsea, MA 02150. Sheila E. (Murray) Garofalo A ge 79, of Revere, Massachusetts, died peacefully at Massachusetts General Hospital on November 18, 2019 surrounded by loved ones. Born July 23, 1940 in Roxbury, Massachusetts, she was predeceased by her parents, William and Mae (Bransfi eld) Murray of Roxbury, Massachusetts; her eight brothers; and her late husband of 39 years, Domenic “Buzzy” Garofalo, a retired Captain of the Revere Fire Department. Sheila is survived by her three loving sons and their spouses, Kenneth and Linda of Revere, Chris and Julie of Norwood, New Jersey, and Phillip and Kim of Lynnfi eld; her fi ve adoring grandchildren, Matthew, Sean, Domenic, Nathan, and Sophia; and her caring brother-inlaw and sister-in-law, Ted and Elaine Dzik of Palm Harbor, Florida. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. In lieu of fl owers, remembrances may be made to the ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Helen (Pazyra) Vecchiarello O f Revere, in Chelsea, on November 23rd, at 87 years. Belo v e d wife of 62 years to the late John B. Vecchiarello. Devoted mother of Rosanne Rossetti & husband Robert of Malden and Suzanne Mirisola & husband Guy of Revere. Cherished grandmother of Corey Mirisola & wife Kaitlyn of Lynn, Ryan Mirisola of Revere, Robert J. Rossetti of Danvers, Adam Rossetti of Tewksbury & Alexis Rossetti of MalOBITUARIES | SEE PAGE 22 Snow Shovelers Wanted (Everett, Revere, Chelsea) Earn extra money! Need to be in good health to shovel snow, spread salt, and run a snow blower. Pays $20 per hour, based on experience. Call Anthony at (617) 212-2003 ~ Help Wanted ~ Insurance Customer Service Representative (Everett) Established and growing Insurance Agency just north of Boston is seeking a full time Personal Lines Account Specialist. Applicants should have at least in all areas of personal lines including Auto, Home, Umbrella, and Flood. Knowledge of coverage is essential. 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Page 22 THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 OBITUARIES | FROM PAGE 19 den. Adored great-grandmother of Emma Rose. Dear sister of the late Irene Cyr, Anne Chaklos, Angela Ford, Joseph, Jane & Frank Pazyra. Also lovingly survived by her sister in law Concetta “Tina” Lonardelli & husband Jack of Cambridge and many caring nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews. In remembrance of Helen, please plant a fl ower in the spring to honor her memory. Lawrence H. Centrella O f Boxford formerly of Revere, passed away NovemIS YOUR HOME NEXT? The Revere Real Estate Listings are brought to you by: ber 21, 2019 at the age of 74. He was the beloved husband of the late Suzanne (Sozio) Centrella. Cherished father of Jason Centrella and his wife Loredanna of Melrose, Damien Centrella of Revere and Gina Centrella and her husband Michael O’Hara of Boxford. Adored grandfather of Adriana and Sofi a Centrella, Nicholas Masucci and Michael and Giana O’Hara. Dear bother of David Centrella of Dorchester and Anthony Centrella of Hopkinton. Lawrence was an Army Veteran, proudly serving his country during the Vietnam War. He was a dedicated pressman for the Boston Globe, retiring after 40 years. An avid golfer, Lawrence was also a member of the Gannon Golf Course. At the family’s request, in lieu of fl owers, donations may be made in Lawrence’s memory to the Jordan Boys & Girls Club of Chelsea, 30 Willow Street, Chelsea, MA 02150. 53 Jackson Street Saugus, MA 01906 781-813-3325 REAL ESTATE TRANSAC TIONS Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. BUYER1 Lopera, Isabel Malhotra, Sanandan Lemes-DaSilva, Agildo Alarcon, Edwin Alarcon, Marcelino Vidal, Estehan Medina, Miguel A Merida, Hugo R Dhawan, Dhri Coelho, Claudia M Guillen, Reyna Arteaga, Yesenia BUYER2 SELLER1 Smith, James R Gaglione, Robert Santos, Giovanni V Iacuzio, Diane Medina, Olga M Carleton LLC Lordan, Brian Alzate-Tabares, Dayana C Tabares-Restrepo, D A Alarcon, Edwin Samaha, Michael T Jairo-Montoya, Bedoya J Arango, Caro G Costa, Wagner Glover, Robert E SELLER2 Smith, Desiree D ADDRESS 22 Beach St 49 Rose St CITY DATE PRICE Revere 12.11.2019 $ 450 000,00 DeAlarcon, Ana M Oppedisano, Dana Oppedisano, Jaime E 71 Oakwood Ave Carleton LLC Lordan, Dawn Glover, Grace M Guillen-Santos, Flor M 535 Malden St 304 Ridge Rd #B 20 Ridge Rd 474 Revere Beach Blvd #302 Revere 08.11.2019 $ 390 000,00 Revere 08.11.2019 $ 665 000,00 Revere 08.11.2019 $ 445 000,00 Revere 08.11.2019 $ 510 000,00 Revere 08.11.2019 $ 450 000,00 Revere 08.11.2019 $ 445 000,00 Revere 07.11.2019 $ 585 000,00 Revere 07.11.2019 $ 585 000,00 Revere 07.11.2019 $ 405 000,00 Revere 30.10.2019 $ 525 000,00 OPEN HOUSE - REVERE 29 Hauman St 18 Carleton St #1 18 Carleton St #2 54 Haskell Ave EVERETT - 5/5 2 bdrm ea.unit. Spacious eat in more. Steps from Orange line......................$699,000. 53 Jackson St. Saugus (781) 813-3325 10 OCEAN AVE., REVERE - SAT., NOV. 30, 12-1:30 PM Why Pay Rent - Own For Less!..............................$399,900 Darlene Minincleri & Sue Palomba ADMIRAL’S HILL- Gorgeous 2 bed, 2 bath Balcony laundry, pkng. for 2, pool gorgeous views. Fee incl. Ht./Hw...$409,900 REVERE BEACH - Gorgeous panoramic Ocean Views from every rm. 1 bed 1 bath 9th Fl. condo. Why pay rent?...........$319,000 ~ APARTMENTS FOR RENT ~ $1600 - $2900 / Some incl. all utilties. Call for details! Call for a FREE Market Analysis John Marino Lea Doherty Pat Rescigno Rosa Rescigno Xavier Ortiz Sharon D’Allesandro Kevin O’Toole Maureen Gaeta Kevin Alvorado LYNN - Great 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1 Parking space. Move-in Ready. Great neighborhood, close to public transportation & amenities.........$309,000. EVERETT - Zoned as a 3 fam. but used as 2, Station, Encore Casino & Shopping.......$699,000 ~ Meet our Agents ~ UNDER AGREEMENT UNDER AGREEMENT
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