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Methuen Rallies For Family Of Woman Who Died Pinned Between 2 Trucks
An Essex County woman died in a freak accident last week, leading to an outpouring of support for her family.
Alyssa Fluet, age 21, of Methuen, died on Monday, Aug. 14 in Long Island, Maine, while trying to stop a 1998 Ford Ranger that was rolling from a parked position, according to the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office. The Ford Ranger rolled into a 2004 Ford Ranger, pinning Fluet between the trucks and killing her.
Fluet was born in Lawrence and grew up in Methuen, where she attended Methuen High School, according to her obituary. She was a student at Salem State College before he…
Engaged Eastern Mass Woman Dies Unexpectedly, Community Rallies for Family, Fiancé
The community of a woman who "suffered in silence" rallied together to raise enough money to give her an "amazing" farewell, with money left over to create a foundation in her name.
Bruna Rocha, of Woburn, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, Aug. 9, leaving behind a heartbroken family and a fiancé who called Rocha his "soul mate," according to a GoFundMe created for her funeral services and social media posts.
Rocha attended Matignon High School in Cambridge before attending UMass Boston from 2013 to 2019. She worked at, among other places, On Pointe Dance Academy in Everett, according to her…
Waltham Man, 35, Dies After Stroke, 3 Cardiac Arrests, Community Helps Widow Bear Burden
A Middlesex County man diagnosed with brain cancer died before he was able to start treatment.
Michael Martins, of Waltham, and formerly of Newton, Medford, and Framingham, died on Aug. 1 after a hemorrhagic stroke, brain bleed, three cardiac arrests, and internal bleeding of the lungs, according to a GoFundMe created for his funeral expenses.
The hemorrhagic stroke left Martins, age 35, disabled and unable to walk, talk, or eat for a period of time before his death.
"He touched many lives in a short period of time and will be truly missed by all who were fortunate to have known…
Eastern Mass Mom Of 4 Dies Unexpectedly, Community She Cared For Returns The Love
A woman known for her generosity is now being laid to rest with the help of her Middlesex County community.
Vilmaria Maldonado, a Lowell mom of four who worked for various non-profit organizations, died unexpectedly on Friday, July 28, according to a GoFundMe created to raise money for her "final farewell."
"Chispi loved to be involved in the community helping in any way she could," her obituary said. "She gave of herself to those in need."
Vilmaria worked as a CNA, social worker, and non-profit advocate, according to her Facebook profile.
Only days before her death, Vilmaria was maki…
Eastern Mass Mother of 6 Dies Suddenly At Age 43, Community Pours Out Love, Support
A Middlesex County single mother died unexpectedly recently, leaving her six children parentless. Now, one of her children is asking for the community's help.
Lynda M. Miller, of Somerville, died suddenly at her home on Saturday, July 22, at age 43, according to her obituary.
Miller enjoyed spending time at the beach and cheering on her children from the sidelines at their football and basketball games and cheerleading competitions.
"Above all, she put her family first and cherished time spent together," her obituary said.
Miller was a "devoted mother" to her six childre…
Braintree Mom Of 3 Dies, Community Rallies To Help Bury Her Next To Her Father
A fundraiser for a Norfolk County mother of three who died of cancer this week has surpassed its $5,000 goal in less than a day.
Gina Findlay, a Braintree mother of three, died on Wednesday, July 26 of melanoma, leaving behind her three children: Marissa, Michael, and Jordan, according to a GoFundMe created to raise money for her funeral arrangements.
Findlay, who said she was a "daddy's girl" on her Facebook page, wanted to be buried next to her father, who died in 2018.
Friends say Findlay declined rapidly before her death, and her family did not have time to make …
College Student Calls On Lynn Community After His Father, 'Best Friend' Dies Suddenly
An Essex County man and devoted father with the "most loving, gentle soul on earth" is being memorialized by his son, with help from their community.
Philip Randazzo, age 50, of Lynn, died on Wednesday, July 19 after a sudden illness, according to his obituary.
Randazzo was a talented carpenter known for his humor and dedication to his family. He enjoyed fishing, listening to music, and going on bike rides with his son.
His 20-year-old son, also named Philip Randazzo, made a request for help paying for the costs associated with his father's death via a GoFundMe fundraiser.…
Recently-Married Beverly Man, 35, Dies Unexpectedly, Widow Met With Surge Of Support
An Essex County man is being remembered as a "ray of light to all who met him" as his community rallies to provide support to his wife.
Philip Joseph Newcomb Jr., of Beverly, died unexpectedly on Monday, July 17, at age 35, according to his obituary.
"Phil, who had a larger-than-life personality, made everyone smile and feel so loved," the obituary reads.
Phil was born in Weymouth and graduated from Randolph High School in 2006.
He was an avid fan of baseball, soccer, basketball, and hockey, and his favorite team was the Dallas Cowboys. Phil was also a passiona…