THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, NOVEmBEr 6, 2026 Page 11 OBITUARIES Patrick F. “Rick” Petrone, Jr. Raised in Medford, Rick gradO f Everett, MA, affectionately known to friends and family as “Rick,” passed away on October 28, 2026 at the age of 83. He was the cherished son of the late Josephine and Patrick F. Petrone, Sr. and was predeceased by his loving sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and Jack Darling. Rick leaves behind his devoted lifelong partner, Judy Masucci of Winthrop, who brought immense love and happiness to his life, and their cherished canine companion, Teddy. Rick’s memory will be forever treasured by his nieces and nephew, Joanne Crafts and her husband James of Everett, Kim Dell Isola and her husband Jay of Lynnfield, and Jay Darling and his wife Kim of Peabody, as well as his 7 great nieces and great nephews, Jake, Alex, Molly, Olivia, Emma, Jack and Joshua, all of whom adored their “Uncle Ricky.” SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 10 of Saugus often have labels of neighborhood names, but often people who live in other parts of Saugus are not very familiar with the special characteristics of other parts of town. uated Medford High School in 1961. He attended Boston University, earning both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees and went on to proudly serve his country in the MA Army National Guard from 1965-1968. A talented athlete, Rick played first base for the BU Terriers baseball team, beginning his lifelong loyalty to his alma mater. As a season ticket holder and active member of the Friends of BU Hockey for over 40 years, Rick’s devotion to BU sports was unmatched. In 2008, his athletic achievements and his continued dedication to coaching were permanently honored when he was inducted into the inaugural class of the Boston University Baseball Hall of Fame. Rick dedicated his professional life to guiding and shaping young minds through athletics. For 43 years, he was a physical education teacher at Belmonte Jr. High School in Saugus, where he also taught Information Technology and coached the football and baseball teams. Additionally, he served as the varsity coach for the Saugus High School football, hockey and baseball teams. Through his decades in the gym and behind the bench, “Mr. P.” served as a steadfast mentor to countless students, leaving a lasting impact that reached well beyond the classroom or game. For many years, he was also a familiar, friendly face working in the pro shop and driving the zamboni at HockeyTown USA in Saugus. Though calm and unassuming by nature, Rick was fiercely The unique histories, geography and development patterns helped shape the town as we know it now, as well as the river, railroad, and dirt roads that determined where people settled and formed businesses. The meeting is free and open loyal to those he loved. He was devoted to his family, sharing a home in Everett with his parents, his sister and her growing family, fully embracing the role of World’s Best Uncle and steadfastly supporting his parents, sister, and brother-in-law. He cherished his large, loud and loving extended Italian family, enjoying close relationships with his many aunts, uncles and cousins. Rick treasured time spent with Judy, enjoying their shared interests and activities, many of which included one of their beloved canine companions, Alfie, Tina, Al Capone, Manny or Teddy. He found joy in life’s simple pleasures, such as boating, watching a good sports game, coin and stamp collecting, driving around in his newest set of wheels, reading and savoring a great meal. Rick lived his life with a deep faith and quiet strength. A generous spirit, he selflessly shared his time, talents and resources with those he loved and causes close to his heart. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved him. Family and friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours in the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals, 262 Beach St., Revere on Tuesday, November 3rd from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., followed by A Funeral Mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St., Revere at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St to the public, and light refreshments will be served. Doors open at 6:45 and the meeting begins at 7 p.m. at 30 Main St., home of Saugus Historical Society and Saugus TV. SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 12 Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. To send online condolences, please visit www.vertucciosmithvazza.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals, Revere. LEGAL NOTICE Board of Selectmen Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a Public Hearing for the purpose of determining the percentage of local tax levy FY 2027 to be borne by each class of taxable property within the Town of Saugus, MA. This Public Hearing will be held in the Saugus Town Hall Auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus, MA on November 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Debra Panetta, Chair Meredith K. Casagrande, Clerk November 06, 13, 2026 - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS LAND COURT DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL COURT 26 SM 003354 ORDER OF NOTICE TO: Dona M. Condry, The Personal Representative of The Estate of James F. Condry aka James F. Condry Jr. and to all persons entitled to the benefit of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, 50 U.S.C. c. 50 §3901 et seq.: Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Soundview Home Loan Trust 2006-3, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-3 claiming to have an interest in a Mortgage covering real property in 11 Saville St., Saugus, MA 01906, given by Virginia L. Condry and James F. Condry aka James F. Condry, Jr., to Centex Home Equity Company, LLC, dated February 23, 2006 and recorded in the Essex (South) County Registry of Deeds in Document No. 464947, has/ have filed with this court a complaint for determination of Defendant’s/Defendants’ Servicemembers status. If you now are, or recently have been, in the active military service of the United States of America, then you may be entitled to the benefits of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. If you object to a foreclosure of the above-mentioned property on that basis, then you or your attorney must file a written appearance and answer in this court at: Three Pemberton Square, Boston, MA 02108 on or before 11/30/26 or you may lose the opportunity to challenge the foreclosure on the ground of noncompliance with the Act. Witness, Gordon H. Piper, Chief Justice of this Court on 10/19/2026. Attest: Deborah J. Patterson, Recorder November 06, 2026
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