THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 13, 2023 Page 17 OBITUARIES Anna M. (Barnes) Simoes be made to either Shriner’s Hospital for Children at donate.lovetotherescue.org or St. Jude Children’s Hospital at stjude.org. Relatives and friends were invited to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, Saugus on Wednesday, October 11. A funeral was held from the funeral home on Thursday, followed by a funeral mass in Blessed Sacrament Church, Saugus. Interment in Riverside Cemetery in Saugus Carmela “Mimma” (D’Avanzo) Corrado O f Saugus, formerly of Malden. Died on Wednesday, October 4th. She was the wife of the late Manuel M. Simoes. Born and raised in Malden, Mrs. Simoes was the daughter of the late Vesper “Henry” and Helen (Druin) Barnes. A resident of Saugus for the past 61 years, Anna was a former sales clerk for Woolworth’s in both Lynn and Saugus. She was a member of the Saugus Council on Aging and enjoyed gardening, sewing and reading. Mrs. Simoes is survived by two children, John Simoes and his long-time partner Elizabeth Ciampa of Groveland and Sandra Sylva and her husband Gilbert of Malden; six grandchildren, Sarah Simoes–Johnston and her husband Jeremy, Julie Simoes, Daniel Sylva and his wife Monica, David Sylva, Christina Simoes and John Simoes; two great grandchildren; and one sister, Dorothy Foster of VT. She was predeceased by her son Richard Simoes; one brother, Raymond Barnes; and one sister, Lillian Lombardi. In lieu of flowers, donations in Anna’s memory may THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 16 orities at https://massculturalcouncil.org/local-council/saugus/. Contact the Saugus Cultural Council at saugusculturalcouncil@gmail.com for more information or questions before submitting. What’s happening at the Saugus Public Library For schoolchildren looking for interesting projects and programs to participate in this fall, there’s plenty to do at the Saugus Public Library. There are some very good programs offered for grownups, too. Tarot for Teens: Thursday, November 2, 4-5 p.m. in the Brooks Room; age 11 and up. Learn the meanings of the cards and have a group reading done. Adult Coloring Group: Come relax with our continuing Adult Anthony of North Reading and Francesca Corrado-Dello Iacono of North Reading; the dear sister of Gaetanina D’Avanzo of Italy and the late Antonio D’Avanzo; the loving “Nonna” of Alessandra LaRoche and her husband, Craig, Michael Celani, Christopher Dello Iacono and Arianna Dello Iacono. Relatives and friends were invited to attend Mimma’s visiting hours in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, Everett, Tuesday, October 10. Her funeral was held at the funeral home on Wednesday, followed by a funeral Mass in St. Anthony’s Church, Everett. Services concluded with burial at the Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Contributions in Carmela’s memory to the American Cancer Society, 3 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701 would be sincerely appreciated. . Marcia H. Benson O f Saugus, formerly of Malden, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 5, 2023 in the Kaplan Famly Hospice House, in Danvers after being in failing health. She was 77 years old. Born in Avella, Italy, Mimma lived in Malden for many years before settling in Saugus. She worked as a chef in the kitchen at the Glen Ridge Nursing Center in Medford before retirement. Devoted daughter of the late Francesco D’Avanzo and Francesca Barba; the beloved wife of the late Allesandro “Alex” Corrado for 53 year before his passing in 2018; the dear and devoted mother of Lucy M. Celani and her husband, Coloring Group. It’s a great opportunity to take time to unwind, be creative and have fun – no experience necessary! We have pencils and coloring pages ready and waiting… See you there! Space is limited; please call to register (781-231-4168 x 3106). The next session is Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 10 a.m. in the Brooks Room on the second floor of the library. Create your own Wearable Art: Join us on Saturday, Oct.14, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. when fiber artist Rhonda M. Fazio will guide participants in making wearable art. Each participant will design their own three-color silk scarf. Each color is handcrafted from natural, raw materials extracted without the use of harmful chemicals. By the end of the class, you will have a unique and beautiful piece of wearable art made entirely by you and you’ll have learned Aili (McKeen) Benson. Growing up on the Benson family farm in the village of West Paris, her childhood was filled with pets and riding horses. Having 2 older sisters, Marcia was the mascot for their majorette and cheerleading teams for West Paris Schools, and played the saxophone in the school orchestra and band. She could often be seen riding along in the family’s business’s trucks, Benson’s Coal and Oil, or Woodlands, with her father, Maurice Benson. After graduation from West Paris High School, class of 1966, she attended Fisher Junior College, and was employed in Portland, Maine. In 1980 she obtained a Bachelor of Science from Medical College of Georgia, and worked in medical records departments for various medical facilities, making her home in Saugus, Massachusetts for over 30 years. Marcia’s life’s passion was O f Woburn. Passed away peacefully on Saturday September 30, 2023 at Encompass Rehabilitation after a long illness at the age of 75. She was born September 3, 1948 in Norway, Maine, the youngest daughter of Maurice and about the history and origins of color. This is a free class for adults, but space is limited. Please sign up on our website sauguspubliclibrary.org or call the Reference Department at 781.231.4168. About The Saugus Advocate We welcome press releases, news announcements, freelance articles and courtesy photos from the community. Our deadline is noon Wednesday. If you have a story idea, an article or photo to submit, please email me at mvoge@ comcast.net or leave a message at 978-683-7773. Let us become your hometown newspaper. The Saugus Advocate is available in the Saugus Public Library, the Saugus Senior Center, Saugus Town Hall, local convenience stores and restaurants throughout town rescuing and fostering cats and dogs. She volunteered for several animal rescue organizations, Protection of Animals in Wakefield Society, Inc., Sweet Paws Rescue, and Basset Hound Rescue. Following retirement, Marcia walked dogs and provided pet sitting for many people. Marcia and her mother, Aili Benson, made many trips to Boothbay Harbor and Lubec, Maine, to visit family friend Ellen Kelly. She traveled to England, Greece, China and Finland. She was an avid reader, loved the Beatles, saw several Rolling Stones concerts, enjoyed Boston events, the North End, and was a Johnny Carson fan. Marcia grew colorful zinnias to brighten her yard and neighborhood. Marcia was instrumental in the donation of land in West Paris from the Benson Family to the Western Foothills Land Trust for conservation and public benefit to be held forever as undeveloped, natural and protected property. Marcia was known as the “fun aunt” to her nieces and nephews, Tamara (Morey) Mitton (Rick); Kim (Strout) Thurston; Loring Strout Jr.; Jeffrey Morey; and Tobin Morey (Brenda). She loved and enjoyed her 10 great nieces, and great-great nieces and nephews. In addition to her 3 dogs, Bennie, Scooby and Lars, she is survived by sisters, Nancy (Benson) McKellick, (Alton) of South Paris, Maine, Maurise Benson of Bloomfield, CT; cousins, Natalie (Polvinen) Parsons, Norway, Maine and Terry (Poland) Merrill, West Paris, and numerous other cousins. She was predeceased by her parents. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Wayside Cemetery in West Paris. Following the service, please join the family in a celebration of life held at the Finnish-American Heritage Center located at Park Street, West Paris. Arrangements are under the care of Chandler Funeral Home, 45 Main St., South Paris. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may contribute in Marcia’s memory to the Protection of Animals in Wakefield Society, Inc. of Wakefield, MA. or National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Online condolences may be shared with her family at www.chandlerfunerals.com - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT DEPARTMENT PLYMOUTH Division Docket No. PL23D0993DR SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION MARCELO A. De PAULA, Plantiff(s). v. DIEGO E. De ANDRADE, Defandants(s) To the above-named Defendant(s) A Compaint has been presented to this Court by the Plaintiff(s), Marecelo A. De Paula, seeking to declare the purported marraige between the parties be adjudged null and void. You are required to serve upon Marcelo A. De Paula -plaintiff(s) -attorney for plaintiff(s) - whose address is 335 School Street Whitman, Ma 02382 your answer on or before December 11, 2023. If you fail to do so, the court will proceed to the hearing and adjudication of this action. You are also required to file a copy of your answer in the office of the Register of this Court at Plymouth. WITNESS, Edward G. Boyle III, Esquire, First Justice of said Court at Plymouth, this 28th day of September, 2023. MATTHEW J. McDONOUGH REGISTER OF PROBATE COURT October 13, 2023
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