Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2020 OBITUARIES Justin Charles Collins 39, of Stoneham formerly of Saugus passed away on October 11, 2020 after suffering for many years from chronic pain. He was the son of Jack Collins and the late Ann Marie Collins (Hartley). Born at Melrose Wakefield Hospital on November 15, 1980, Justin was raised in Saugus and graduated from Saugus High School. He later attended Salem State College and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts. He worked as a Therapeutic Mentor to at-risk youths at Elliot Community Health Services. He thrived in this role and made connections that changed lives. Inspired by this work, he went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of Massachusetts through their accelerated degree program. Justin worked as a nurse with a focus on psychiatric nursing, where he helped countless patients. His tireless dedication came from lived experiences and he never wavered in his desire to help those who struggled. He was a long-time, active member of Alcoholics Anonymous and mentored countless individuals. Justin was an avid fisherman from the time he was a small child. He was a passionate Yogi that loved steak and cheese subs, rollercoasters and huge ice cream sundaes. He could always brighten a friend or colleagues’ day with his smile. In addition to his father, he is survived by two sisters, Amy Lemieux and her husband David, Emily Collins and her husband Chris, his nieces, Jacqueline, Sara, and Lily his nephews Conor and Charlie as well as countless friends, godchildren and cousins that meant the world to him. He was deeply loved by his friends and family. In lieu of flowers donations in Justin’s memory can be made to RIZE Massachusetts, an independent nonprofit foundation working to end the opioid epidemic in Massachusetts. www.rizema.org. Dr. Mitchell H. Goldberg Of Saugus, age 57, died unexpectedly on October 10, at Melrose Wakefield Hospital. He was the loving husband of Stacy Goldberg with whom he shared 22 years of marriage. Born in East Patchoque, NY and raised in South Florida, he lived in Saugus for the past 22 years. He was the son of the late Robert THE SOUNDS OF SAUGUS | FROM PAGE 11 Winter Walk, which was founded by Paul English (Kayak co-founder & CEO of Lola), raises awareness and funds toward an end to homelessness in Greater Boston. Winter Walk is a two-mile walk which begins at and ends on Copley Plaza. Participants, housed and homeless, will walk together and hear real stories of Boston’s homeless population. The 2021 Winter Walk, presented with Boston Medical Center (BMC) and Boston Medical Center HealthNet Plan (BMCHP), is set for both a live and virtual event on Sunday, February 7, 2021. COVID-19 testing extended to next year This just in from Saugus Town Manager Scott C. Crabtree, the Saugus Board of Health and the Saugus Health Department: They announced “the extending of free COVID-19 testing sites until January 15, 2021 throughout the community as part of a partnership with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ ‘Stop the Spread’ initiative, which aims to help mitigate the spread of the virus in high-risk communities and prioritize residents’ safety. “Saugus has been upgraded to a high-risk from a moderate risk community and has moved to a shaded and Barbara (Appel) Goldberg. For the past 20 years Mitchell was the owner of Saugus Family Chiropractic where he loved to serve the local community. His passion to help others was one of his favorite things to do after his family. He also had a passion for horses and this passion lead him to become a shareholder of several race horses. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Andrew Goldberg and Grace Goldberg both of Saugus, Gregory Goldberg and Brittany Ingersol both of CA; brother of Stephen Goldberg M.D. of MD and Debra Schulman of FL. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mitchell’s name may be made to Thoroughbred Charities of America, www. tca.org. J. Alcine “Al” Robichaud Longtime of Saugus, and Past Commodore & lifelong member of the Winthrop Yacht Club, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 11, 2020 at the Brudnick Center for Living, at age 88. Al was born in Meteghan Centre, Nova Scotia on December 11, 1931, one of 10 children of the late Bernard and Cecile (Gaudet) Robichaud. Raised in Meteghan Centre, Nova Scotia, Al settled in Saugus with wife Gracie where they lived for over 50 years. Well known in the Lynn and Saugus area, Al was an honest, hardworking licensed Electrician and handyman for many years. A boating lover, Al served as the Commodore for the Winthrop Yacht Club, and took great pride in the yacht club while supporting his fellow members. Generous and kind, Al was always ready to help his family and friends. He served as a source of strength for his 10 brothers and sisters, and was always available to them. He will be missed. Al was the beloved husband of the late Grace D. (Braid) Robichaud with whom he shared 55 years of marriage. Dear brother of Blanche Gaudet of Nova Scotia, Annette Thibault of NH, Pierre Robichaud of Nova Scotia, Marie Cotreau and her husband Ernie of Saugus, Geraldine Comeau of Nova Scotia, and Daniel Robichaud of Nova Scotia. Predeceased by three sisters, Louise, Rose Emma, and Georgette. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ALS Association MA Chapter, 685 Canton St., Ste. 103, Norwood, MA 02062. red from yellow on the state’s coronavirus map based on the average daily incidence rate over the past two weeks. Cities and towns shaded red have the greatest risk levels. “The Town of Saugus’ continued partnership with the Commonwealth, AFC Urgent Care, Fallon Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and the Square One Mall [is] a collaborative effort to work to downgrade the Town’s designated “High Risk” “Red” COVID-19 status through the existing COVID-19 testing sites in Saugus: “AFC Urgent Care, located at 371 Broadway, is currently offering free testing by appointment on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please register online at afcurgentcaresaugus.com. Call (781) 2331000 for more information. “Fallon EMS at the Square One Mall (Far Side Parking Lot on Essex Street), located at 1201 Broadway with entry off of Essex Street, will continue to offer free mobile drive-up testing in for Saugus residents in their cars Monday through Saturday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. through January 15, 2021. No appointment is needed. [Residents] drive-up and register using a tablet when they arrive. Saugus Police will be assisting with traffic. The testing site will be staffed by 1012 individuals to handle registrations. All samples go Marie Tynan Age 75, of Saugus, formerly of Somerville, died on October 12, was the loving life partner of Phyllis Barone with whom she shared 31 years. She was the daughter of the late Francis X. & Phyllis (Vena) Tynan. She was the sister of the late Lillian Johnson and dear daughter in law of Raffaella Barone. Marie was the sister in law of Ursula DiMore, Lena DeMiles, Virginia Ciccone, Connie Mills, Fiorella Haskell, Tony Barone, Frances Barone, Annette Barone, Joe Esposito, Jimmy Demiles, Luigi Ciccone, Ken Mills, Rob Haskell, Mike Feldman. She was also survived by many loving nieces & nephews; Thomas Lydon & his wife Vicky, Linda Lydon Murphy & her husband Michael, Debora Lydon Mitrano, Gary Lydon & his wife Michelle, Victor & Angela D’Amore, Jim Jim & Joy DeMiles, Dana & Chelse DeMiles, Raffaella & Jonathan Ochoa, Danielle Brabant, Giovanni & Micayla Ciccone, Nancy Hennessey, Nicole Hennessy, Fiore & Karissa Esposito, Mikey & Ally Esposito, Natalie Hennessey, Francesca Ciccone, Joey Esposito, Antonio Barone, Brianna Feldman, Elizabeth Tippett, Tyler Lydon, Kathryn Lydon, Vincent Michael Mitrano, Marysa Mitrano, Anthony Mitrano, Amanda Bucci, Lindsey Bucci, Ryan Reid, Matthew Reid, great nieces & nephews; Kennedy Lydon, Jamison Tippett, Jackson Tippett, Brady Lydon. Marie was the Aunt of the late Mario D’Amore. A special thank you to her friends and extended family at the Grace Food Pantry in Everett for their prayers and support. In lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be made to the Everett Grace Food Pantry www.facebook. com/gracefoodpantryeverett/. Visiting hours will be held in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, 549 Lincoln Ave., SAUGUS, on Saturday 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Relatives & friends are invited. Adhering to COVID-19 protocols of the CDC, face mask, social distancing & building capacity limitations will be observed at the visitation. A private family graveside will be held following. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-233-4446 or Info@advocatenews.net directly to the Broad [Institute] in Cambridge for immediate testing with a 24-36 hour turnaround time. Notification of results will be made for negative results via emails while phone calls will be made for positive COVID-19 results. 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