Aspiring NFL Player, Former Merrimack College Warrior Killed In Maryland Crash Aspiring NFL Player, Former Merrimack College Warrior Killed In Maryland Crash
Aspiring NFL Player, Former Merrimack College Warrior Killed In Maryland Crash An aspiring NFL player who once played for a Division I college in Eastern Massachusetts has died following a car crash in Maryland, according to his family.  Daniel Elisha Worthy, a former defensive lineman for the Merrimack College Warriors, was killed in the crash that happened in Hagerstown, MD on Wednesday, June 21.  Worthy, who studied Criminology at Merrimack in North Andover, was among two 22-year-olds in a 2007 BMW sedan that had left the roadway for an unknown reason and struck a tree. Both were taken to the hospital where Worthy was pronounced dead. Another woman received care …
Lynn Mother Dies Unexpectedly, Had 'Inseparable' Bond With 3-Year-Old Son Lynn Mother Dies Unexpectedly, Had 'Inseparable' Bond With 3-Year-Old Son
Lynn Mother Dies Unexpectedly, Had 'Inseparable' Bond With 3-Year-Old Son A family reeling from the loss of a young mother with "her whole life ahead of her" is receiving an influx of support from their community.  Preye Omoregie, of Lynn, was "tragically taken away" from her family on Thursday, June 22, according to a GoFundMe created to raise money fro her funeral expenses.  "I never thought that I would have to be writing this, or that you would ever leave this world before me," wrote Omoregie's older sister on Facebook. "I love you so much and I wish I could tell you that one more time. We all miss you." Omoregie was a "kind, caring, optimistic" pe…
Wellesley Boy, 5, In ICU After Lawnmower Incident, Family Receives 'Constant Love' Wellesley Boy, 5, In ICU After Lawnmower Incident, Family Receives 'Constant Love'
Wellesley Boy, 5, In ICU After Lawnmower Incident, Family Receives 'Constant Love' A devastating accident sent a child to the hospital via medical helicopter where he is facing months of hospital stays and an extensive series of surgeries.   Jaeger Dziama, age 5, received extensive injuries to his right leg in an incident involving a neighbor's ride-on lawnmower on Friday, June 16 in the area of 28 South River Street in Wellesley, as reported by Daily Voice.  The child has remained under intensive care since the accident, but his family is receiving an outpouring of support in the aftermath of the "horrific trauma" in the form of tens of thousands of dollars in donations…
Needham High Schooler With Brain Tumor Flooded With Support After Family Calls For Help Needham High Schooler With Brain Tumor Flooded With Support After Family Calls For Help
Needham High Schooler With Brain Tumor Flooded With Support After Family Calls For Help A promising high school athlete's dreams were put on hold after he was rushed to the hospital and diagnosed with a brain tumor.  Angel Gabriel Quezada, affectionately called "Gabe," was diagnosed with a brain tumor that would require a "long and arduous" journey to recovery in May. On Saturday, June 17, his family put out a call for support and found it answered in spades, receiving over $40,000 in donations in a week.  Quezada is a valued member of Needham High School's football and wrestling teams, according to a post on the Touchdown Club of Needham's Facebook page.  Whil…
Father Of 3 Dies Suddenly At Age 36, Community Pours Out Support For The Eastern Mass Native Father Of 3 Dies Suddenly At Age 36, Community Pours Out Support For The Eastern Mass Native
Father Of 3 Dies Suddenly At Age 36, Community Pours Out Support For The Eastern Mass Native A local electrician and "first-class gentleman" died unexpectedly, leaving behind a loving family, including three daughters. Keith D. Cedrone, of Norwood, and formerly of Dedham, died suddenly on Monday, June 19, possibly due to a cardiac event, according to his obituary and a GoFundMe created to offset funeral expenses.  Cedrone, who died at 36 years old, graduated from Dedham High School where he played in the marching band.  He earned his black belts in karate and tai chi at the Dedham Community Center, where he would go on the teach karate.  Cedrone was a proud electri…
Canton Dad Suffers Traumatic Brain Injury, Family Overwhelmed By Community's Generosity Canton Dad Suffers Traumatic Brain Injury, Family Overwhelmed By Community's Generosity
Canton Dad Suffers Traumatic Brain Injury, Family Overwhelmed By Community's Generosity A father of two suffered a terrible fall and was in a medically-induced coma for 10 days and lost the use of his left arm, creating an "unimaginably difficult time" for him and his family. James Mannion, of Canton, sustained a severe traumatic brain injury, resulting in significant intracranial bleeding and brain swelling, on Friday, June 9. A week later, on Sunday, June 18, his sister-in-law created a GoFundMe campaign that was immediately flooded with donations, receiving over $60,000 in only four days. James fell while on a weekend trip with friends in Portland, Maine. He was initially …
Cambridge 1-Year-Old Dies Without Explanation On Father's Day, Family Flooded With Support Cambridge 1-Year-Old Dies Without Explanation On Father's Day, Family Flooded With Support
Cambridge 1-Year-Old Dies Without Explanation On Father's Day, Family Flooded With Support A family's only child died suddenly while on a Father's Day trip to New York City, leaving behind parents who "will miss him every day for the rest of their lives." Adrian Deniz Olenchek, of Cambridge, died "without explanation" on Sunday, June 18 at only 18 months old, according to his obituary.  "I am horrified," wrote Adrian's father, Noah. "Nothing has ever made me happier than being Adrian's dad. This picture I took yesterday morning at breakfast is the last one I have of him - I will remember and honor his smiling face for the rest of my life." I am horrified. We lost our little…
'Bright Soul' From Chelsea Dies At 36 After Battling Cancer For Many Years 'Bright Soul' From Chelsea Dies At 36 After Battling Cancer For Many Years
'Bright Soul' From Chelsea Dies At 36 After Battling Cancer For Many Years A young woman who spent most of her life in Chelsea tragically lost her battle with cancer last weekend.  Angelica Neverson died on Saturday June 17 after fighting cancer for the past five years, according to her obituary. She was 36 years old. "Angelica had such a bright soul, kind, and always knew how to make those around her laugh," a GoFundMe campaign reads. "She had a passion for dance, politics, books, and music. But most importantly, she loved her family and friends. Always willing to help those in need and was the primary caretaker of her mom and our grandmother before their pa…
Chelmsford Teenager, Athlete Dies After 'Hard-Fought' Battle With Rare Cancer Chelmsford Teenager, Athlete Dies After 'Hard-Fought' Battle With Rare Cancer
Chelmsford Teenager, Athlete Dies After 'Hard-Fought' Battle With Rare Cancer A former high school football player died after his life took a "serious and heartbreaking turn" when he was a junior in high school.  Nikolas Sperounis, of Chelmsford, was an active high schooler, competing on both Chelmsford High School's varsity wrestling and football teams before he was diagnosed with cancer in the fall of 2021. Less than two years later, Sperounis died from his disease, according to social media posts made by school organizations.  "Nik was one of the toughest, most positive, and athletic kids I have ever coached," reads a post on the Chelmsford High Wre…
Tragic Death Of 'Cherished' Lynn 24-Year-Old Sparks Outpouring Of Community Support Tragic Death Of 'Cherished' Lynn 24-Year-Old Sparks Outpouring Of Community Support
Tragic Death Of 'Cherished' Lynn 24-Year-Old Sparks Outpouring Of Community Support The character of a young man whose body was found in a marsh was summarized by his family as "a good person, son, boyfriend, best friend, and a hard worker." Dickson "Joel" De Los Reyes, of Lynn, had not been heard from since Sunday, June 1 when his phone called 911 after getting a LYFT from a party in Chelsea. His body was found in marshland along Route 107 in Revere on Friday, June 17, as reported by Daily Voice.  Read more: Body Of Lynn 24-Year-Old Who Called 911 Then Disappeared Found In Revere His family, who describes De Los Reyes as "the best friend that we ever had," has received …
'Her Heart Was Big': Everett Wife, Mother Of 5 Dies Unexpectedly At 53 'Her Heart Was Big': Everett Wife, Mother Of 5 Dies Unexpectedly At 53
'Her Heart Was Big': Everett Wife, Mother Of 5 Dies Unexpectedly At 53 The large family of an Everett woman is trying to give her a proper burial after she died unexpectedly last week.  Annarita Petrosillo-McNeeley, formerly of Somerville, suddenly passed away at her home on Wednesday, June 14. She was 53 years old.  Annarita "loved her big family dearly and adored her five children," according to her obituary.  "She loved to cook and sing and was great at both," the obituary continued. "Her heart was big and her generosity even bigger. She will be greatly missed."  I love you my wife Annarita McNeeley RIP Posted by Peter McNeeley N Annarita on Friday, …
Waltham Mom Of 4 Dies At 46, Community Rushes To Support Husband, Children Waltham Mom Of 4 Dies At 46, Community Rushes To Support Husband, Children
Waltham Mom Of 4 Dies At 46, Community Rushes To Support Husband, Children The passing of a local woman who "poured her heart and soul into her work and patients" has been met with an outpouring of support from her community.  Christina “Tina” Pulselli, of Waltham, died at 46 years old on Tuesday, May 23 after a "courageous" battle with breast cancer, according to her obituary. Pulselli's passing left her family in "disbelief," but her community has come to the aid of her grieving loved ones. A GoFundMe created to support her husband and four children has raised almost $7,000 in only two days.  "Tina was an amazing wife to Vinnie and an incredible mother to her …