Page 18 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, MAy 16, 2025 OBITUARIES Amy Elizabeth Meuse High School where she was a standout trumpet and soccer player. She followed her passion for soccer to Endicott College where she continued playing and graduated with her Master’s in Athletic Administration in 2011. Amy’s love of sports led her to her wife Heather whom she married in 2018. She was a legal assistant at Doherty, Cella & Keane, LLP. Probably more than sports, O f Haverhill, formerly of Saugus. Died on Wednesday, May 7th at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington at the age of 37. She was the beloved wife of Heather (Dujsik) Manning-Meuse with whom she shared 6 years of marriage. Born in Boston, Amy grew up in Saugus and was the daughter of Joseph and Jeanne (Leary) Meuse of Saugus. She and attended Saugus BEACON | FROM PAGE 17 boarding houses from providing small plastic-packaged toiletries to guests. Toiletries are defined as a product provided by a hotel “intended to be applied to or used on the human body or any part thereof for cleansing, conditioning or moisturizing including, but not limited to, shampoo, conditioner, lotion and liquid soap.” “For healthier people and a healthier planet, it’s important that we continue shifting away from using plastic materials,” said sponsor Sen. John Keenan (D-Quincy). “Their production and disposal contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, their usage leads to microplastic contamination and they continue to be among the most harmful materials littered through our neighborhoods and our natural resource areas. Because there are logical, less harmful and even more convenient ways to provide shampoos, soaps and the like at hotels, banning the plastic packaging in this one area is an important, incremental step towards a healthier future.” BAN USE OF HELIUM BALLOONS (H 996) – Another bill heard by the Environment and Natural Resources Committee would ban the intentional release in the air of any type of balloon that is filled with heAmy loved to make people happy. Whether that was playing the trumpet in parades, serving residents drinks at Brooksby Village Senior Living, where she worked for almost 20 years, or planning her parents’ surprise wedding anniversary party, Amy was a shining example of a person who always put others first. In addition to her wife and parents, Amy is survived by her two stepdaughters, Allison and Rebecca Manning of Haverhill; brothers Scotty and Joey and sister-in-law Elizabeth Meuse all of Tewksbury; and her mother-in-law, Rosemary Dujsik of Stoneham. lium or any other type of gas that is lighter than air. Firsttime offenders would be fined $100 and an additional $100 per ten balloons released. Subsequent violations would be fined $500 and an additional $100 per ten balloons released. The ban and fines would not apply to balloons released by or on behalf of a state agency or the United States for scientific or meteorological purposes; hot air balloons that are recovered after their launch; and balloons released by a person under the age of 12. The state would also be required to prepare and make available to retail distributors of balloons notice of this new law and information about the harmful effects of releasing balloons into the environment. The notice must be available in English and in any other language spoken by at least ten percent of the Massachusetts population. Supporters noted that the idea for this bill was first presented by the Provincetown Elementary School 3rd grade class. They said that balloons present a threat of entanglement and ingestion to birds, marine life and mammals. “I sponsored this bill which was previously filed by former Rep. Sarah Peake, with the hope that Massachusetts will follow other states, towns and cities in addressing this enviShe was predeceased by her loving grandparents Francis “Skip” Leary, Eileen Leary, F. Harold Meuse and Elizabeth “Betty” Meuse, as well as her uncle David Leary and her cousin David Leary. Relatives and friends were invited to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, Saugus on Tuesday May 13. A funeral service was held from the funeral home on Wednesday followed by a funeral mass in Blessed Sacrament Church, Saugus. Interment in Lakeside Cemetery in Wakefield. In lieu of flowers, donations in Amy’s memory may be made to, www.gofundme.com/f/saugusyouthsocceramymeuse Sandra A. (Byrne) Marino O f Saugus. Passed away on May 10th at 74 years of age following a long illness and hard fought battle. Born in Revere, she was the daughter of William Byrne and Lillian (Oreto) Hibbard. She was raised ronmental waste danger,” said sponsor Rep. Hadley Luddy (D-Orleans). “I look forward to working with the committee to move this legislation forward.” ALLOW LEGAL NON-CITIZENS TO VOTE IN CITY AND TOWNS ELECTIONS (H 855) – The Elections Laws Committee held a hearing on a measure that would allow legal non-citizens over the age of 18 to vote in local municipal elections, participate and vote in town meetings and to run for municipal office. Sponsor Rep. Samantha Montano (D-Boston) said this new law would apply to legal non-citizens including Green Card holders and students with visas. “Immigrants are productive members of Massachusetts and should be able to take part in the political activities of their municipalities,” said Montano. “These are documented indiin Revere and was a graduate of Revere High School. She married John J. Marino and they made their home in Saugus for the past 35 years. Sandy was devoted to her family and also worked several jobs throughout her life. She worked for many years as a bookkeeper for her husband John’s business, Sun Aero Mechanical Associates. She was devoted to her family and found joy in simple pleasures. She loved shopping, spending time at the beach, and had a deep appreciation for art. Her passion for art led her to frequent art shows and built an extensive collection that decorated her home. She is the beloved wife of John J. Marino of Saugus. Devoted mother of Jasmine Fiandaca and her husband Keith of Nashua, New Hampshire and the late Christopher Considine. She is the cherished grandmother of C.J, Sophia, Lucy, Nicholas and Ava and the dear sister of Dan Hibbard and the late William viduals who pay taxes that directly support their municipal infrastructure. Many parents with immigrant backgrounds aren’t able to participate or aid in their children’s educational experience outside of providing testimony. Additionally, in municipalities that are heavily populated by specific ethnicities, such as the Brazilian population in Framingham or the Cape Verde population in Brockton, this legislation would give these groups proper representation.” “Currently, immigrant populations are being attacked,” continued Montano. “As such, it is important now more than ever to give these documented populations a voice. This country was founded by immigrants and is rich in cultural diversity because of it.” ALLOW 16-AND 17-YEAR OLDS TO VOTE IN LOCAL ELEC“Billy” Byrne. The family invites you to join them for a Celebration of Life which will be held on Saturday, May 17th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Still Waters Church, 197 Lynnway, (Point of Pines) Revere, MA 02151. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a cause very dear to Sandra; Beauty from Ashes Ministry-A non profit organization which helps empower women as they exit sex trafficking and addiction; https:// thecause.org/partners/beauty-from-ashes TIONS (H 813) – Another proposal heard by the Election Laws Committee would allow 16- and 17-year-olds who are U.S citizens to vote in city and town elections. It also allows them to vote in any presidential primary if the political party for which a presidential primary is held consents to the participation of 16- and 17-yearolds. Sponsor Rep. Mike Connolly (D-Cambridge) said that 16and 17-year-olds can drive, work local jobs and pay taxes, and have a stake in our education and public safety systems. He noted that when this group votes, there will be a “trickle up” effect on civic participation. “When 16- and 17-year-olds engage in civics, conversations about politics and local issues are brought to the dinBEACON | SEE PAGE 20
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