THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, FEbrUAry 14, 2025 Page 21 OBITUARIES Carmella A. “Bella” DiMare Westford, Charles “Chip” DiMare III and his two daughters of Peabody, and Christina DiMare of Topsfield. Relatives and friends were respectfully invited to visit with Bella’s family at the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., Medford, on Saturday, February 8th, followed by a Mass of Christian burial celebrated in the Immaculate Conception Church, 489 Broadway, Everett. Service concluded with entombment at Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. In lieu of flowers, donations O f Westford. Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Monday, February 3rd. She was 92. Born in Somerville and raised in Medford, she was the cherished daughter of the late Frank and Antoinette (Iapicca) Albano. Bella had a kind disposition and a heart of gold. She truly was an angel. The old saying states that “God broke the mold after she was born” and that is an understatement. Bella was known to make friends everywhere she went and touched everyone’s heart in their own distinct way. Bella loved to sing. She would sing for everyone and everywhere. She enjoyed going to concerts and was invited on stage two times to sing personally with David Foster. Bella enjoyed playing bingo at the Westford Senior Center, watching her beloved Red Sox on TV and traveling with her Charlie to Aruba, Las Vegas, the Caribbean and all throughout Europe. Bella will be greatly missed by those who had the privilege to know her. Bella was the beloved wife of 66 years to Charles R. DiMare, Jr. She was the devoted mother of Charlene Costa and her husband Stephen of GARDENS | FROM PAGE 14 pecially the asoka, found their way into ironwork around the world. They were especially popular on railings and balconies in Cajun neighborhoods around New Orleans. In the 1960s they were incorporated into many machine-made railings, fences and other architectural features. This patmay be made in Bella’s name to the Cameron Senior Center, 20 Pleasant St., Westford, MA 01886. Robert (Bob) Folino tate agent at Hollett Real Estate. In 1999 he was awarded the “Thomas R. Linskey Award of Merit” at Firefighter Sunday for his life saving efforts off the job at Cedardale in Haverhill where he was watching a racquetball tournament, a sport he enjoyed playing in his younger years. His passion for racquetball not only earned him honorable recognition but led him to Route One Racquet and Fitness in 1983 where he met his wife, Donna. They married in 1984 and had two daughters, Megan and Lauren. As his children grew up, Bob enjoyed cheering them on at many different sporting events, taking trips as a family to North Conway, and going to Prince Pizza for Friday night dinners. In 2021, his family grew as he became a grandfather to Cameron, and again in 2024 with the additions of Connor and Addison. Bob thrived in his role as Grampy and loved nothing more than spending time with his grandchildren and seeing them smile. After he retired, he worked L ongtime resident of Saugus, passed away at the age of 77 surrounded by his wife and daughters on Friday, February 7, 2025 at the Kaplan House in Danvers. Bob was born in Chelsea on November 20, 1947, to Mabel (Mullen) Folino and Nicholas Folino. Bob moved to Saugus when he was 13 years old and attended Saugus Junior High and graduated from Saugus High School class of 1965. He continued his education at North Shore Community College. Bob served 25 years as firefighter on the Saugus Fire Department and was a real estern, and others derived from it, can be seen worldwide now. Bird feeding month continues to be in full swing this week, and our feathered friends can use a bit of assistance with the snow covering the ground. Big windows are wonderful for letting in light and for birdwatching, but they can be dangerous for birds. Especially with bird feeders at Greater Lynn Senior Services (GLSS) driving for The Ride. He called himself a professional driver and was always available to give anyone who needed it a ride to the airport (as long as it was before his bedtime.) In his free time, he enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He loved to golf and was a member of Old Newbury Golf Club. Bob enjoyed morning breakfasts and lunch “with the guys” at the Hammersmith Restaurant, where, like Cheers, “everybody knows your name.” Bob had such a connection to Saugus and will be missed by so many people. Bob is survived by his wife of 40 years, Donna (Cosman) Folino, and his daughters Meclose to the house, the birds may not distinguish between a large paned window and an open space, and may try to fly through it. This can happen at any time of year, Window decals or other obstructions may discourage them from trying to fly through. Removable and reusable window decorations GARDENS | SEE PAGE 22 gan (Folino) Kirkham and her husband Matthew and Lauren Folino and her husband Luke Blaeser. He was also the grandfather to Cameron and Connor Kirkham, Addison Blaeser and grand-dogs Albus and Leia. He was the brother to Denise Korzeniowski and her husband Michael and brother-in-law to Robert Cosman Jr. and his wife Margaret. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, 549 Lincoln Ave., Saugus on Thursday, February 13 from 4-8 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Friday at 11 a.m. followed by interment in Riverside Cemetery in Saugus. Donations can be made in Bob’s name to: Saugus Firefighters Relief Association, 27 Hamilton St., Saugus, MA 01906. Muriel (Perkins) Prentice O f Saugus. Age 91, died on Monday, February 10th at the Alliance at Rosewood in Peabody. She was the wife of the late John D. Prentice. Born in and a lifelong resident of Saugus, Mrs. Prentice was the daughter of the late Fred H. and Mildred (Hanright) Pekins, Sr. Muriel was a former secretary to the Director of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University. She was an avid Red Sox fan and loved gardening. Mrs. Prentice is survived by her four sons, Larry Prentice and his wife Nancy of Chelmsford, Scott Prentice and his wife Maria of Epping, NH, David Prentice and his wife Barbara of Raymond, NH and John R. Prentice of Saugus; nine grandsons, Jonathan, Ryan, Tyler, Jesse, Joshua, Joseph, Scott, Shane and John; and three great-grandsons, Maverick, Chase, and Bodhi. She was predeceased by her brother, Fred H. Perkins Jr. and stepsister, Gertrude. Relatives and friends are invited to attend an hour of visitation in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, 549 Lincoln Ave., Saugus on Saturday, February 15 from 1 – 2 p.m. followed by a service in the funeral home at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice in Muriel’s memory. Your Hometown News Delivered! EVERETT ADVOCATE MALDEN ADVOCATE REVERE ADVOCATE SAUGUS ADVOCATE One year subscription to The Advocate of your choice: $200 per paper in-town per year or $225 per paper out-of-town per year. Name_________________________________________ Address_______________________________________ City_______________ State_______ Zip ____________ CC# _______________________________ Exp. _____ Sec. code____ Advocate (City):___________________ Clip & Mail Coupon with Credit Card, Check or Money Order to: Advocate Newspapers Inc. PO Box 490407, Everett, MA 02149
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