All Obituaries

Pacifico, Carmela (Tropeano) 91, of Hyde Park, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2023.  Beloved wife of the late Vincenzo Pacifico, loving mother of Dr. Luigi Pacifico and his late wife Dr. Monica Przelomski-Pacifico of Auburn and Dr. Vittoria Pacifico of Quincy.  Cherished sister of Girolamo and Mario both of Australia, the late Maria Gaita of Walpole, Antonio and the late...

Jane (Follette) Ripley of Braintree passed away on January 7th, 2023, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease at the age of 81. Jane was the beloved wife of her late husband David M. Ripley to whom she was married to for 59 years.  Jane was the loving mother of Kim Cornell of Plymouth, Tracy Walsh and her husband Timothy Walsh of Plymouth and the late David R. Ripley of Pembroke and his wife Laura Ripley.  She was the greatest Nana to Haley and Harrison Cornell, Matt...

Russell Banigan, 66, of Syosset, NY, and recently Braintree, MA, passed away January 7, 2023. He was born October 30, 1956 in Glen Cove to Edward and Elizabeth (Walsh) Banigan.  Russell, who grew up in Rockville Centre, graduated from St. John’s University with a Bachelor of Science in accounting in 1978. In 1987, he graduated from Pace University with a Master’s degree in taxation. After graduating college, he worked as a CPA, including nearly 30 years with Deloitte in New...

Charlene Sizer, 81 of Pembroke, passed away peacefully December 30, 2022. Her childhood was spent in Braintree. She raised her family, with her loving husband Richard, for 25 years in Weymouth, before retiring to Weare, NH. Charlene’s enthusiasm and zeal always inspired others to laugh and enjoy life, even becoming a YouTube sensation known as “Tiny Dancer” at the Duxbury Senior Center.  In addition to her...

Peter R. Canelli, age 76, of Braintree, passed away peacefully on December 27, surrounded by his loved ones, after a 9-month battle with his health. Peter was born April 19th, 1946, in Braintree and was a lifelong resident. He retired from the Braintree Water & Sewer Department after 42 years, and then worked as an inspector for Environmental Partners. Peter, known as “Grumpy” to his close family and friends, loved spending time with his family more than anything and...

Marie A. Oliveira, 74, of Braintree passed away on Saturday, December 24, 2022. Born in Boston MA, Marie resided most of her life in Braintree with her beloved family. Marie worked at Stop & Shop until retiring. She loved to cook her specialty soups and Italian food, for her family and friends.   Marie was the heart of all who knew and loved her. She is survived by her loving children; John Oliveira of Nashua, NH, Joseph Oliveira of...

Philip J. Bottiglieri passed away peacefully on December 15, 2022 after a long battle with cancer.  Philip grew up in Braintree MA, became a handyman/carpenter while living in California, and returned to Massachusetts where he lived for many years working for Braintree Public Schools, before moving to Port Charlotte, Florida for semi-retirement. Phil returned to his native Massachusetts in 2016 for cancer treatment.  Phil enjoyed music, friends and spending quality time with his...

Rita L. (Lydon) McCarthy, at the age of 104 and a half, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love on December 10, 2022. Affectionately  known to all as “Nana Rita”.  Formerly of Braintree and South Boston, Rita was born and raised in Brighton, the beloved daughter of the late John and Margaret (Gallagher) Lydon.  Rita was an independent woman who was light years ahead in her thinking. She maintained her maiden name as her middle name, years before it was thought...

Janet (Robare) Finnigan age 68, died unexpectedly December 1, 2022 at her home in Weymouth. Formerly of Dorchester, Janet was born in Boston, a beloved daughter of the late Wyatt and Barbara (Holmes) Robare and step daughter of the late J. Vincent McDonald. Mother of the late Brian J. Finnigan, she is survived by her daughter in law Susan (Gorman) Finnigan of Braintree and her loving granddaughter Elizabeth. Also survived by two sisters, Linda Young of Bridgewater and Barbara Eaton and...

Corinne Fasano, 87, of Braintree, passed away on November 30, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. Despite her battle with Alzheimer’s the last few years, she always had her sense of humor, elegance, big heart and giving nature. Born and raised in Quincy, MA, she moved to Braintree to raise her family. She was a long time member of the Braintree Sons of Italy Ladies Lodge, where she served as president, as well as received the 1986 Woman of the Year award. She was also a member of...