'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, …
'Devoted' Father Killed In Rollover Crash Lived In Everett 'For Many Years' 'Devoted' Father Killed In Rollover Crash Lived In Everett 'For Many Years'
'Devoted' Father Killed In Rollover Crash Lived In Everett 'For Many Years' A 53-year-old Everett man whose life was tragically and suddenly cut short is being remembered by the community as "beloved husband" and "devoted father," according to his obituary.  Benjamin Abarca Martinez was killed in a single-vehicle rollover crash in Campton, New Hampshire on Thursday, June 15, as previously reported by Daily Voice.  Martinez, who was born in San Vicente in El Salvador, lived in Everett "for many years," his obituary reads. The 53-year-old wore many hats in his life, including his work as a laborer for the Labor Union #22 "Beloved husband of Lorety (Abrego)…
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 …
'A Light To Every Room': Family Mourns Death Of Aspiring Nurse Kya Donovan 'A Light To Every Room': Family Mourns Death Of Aspiring Nurse Kya Donovan
'A Light To Every Room': Family Mourns Death Of Aspiring Nurse Kya Donovan A family from New Hampshire is doing the unbearable task of saying goodbye to an "amazing daughter, loving sister and wonderful friend," who was found dead in Massachusetts this week. "Saying goodbye is one of the hardest things in our lives," a GoFundMe organized in Kya Donovan's name reads. "Saying goodbye to a child is unspeakable, deeply saddening and painful." The 18-year-old from Manchester was found dead outside an apartment on Springvale Avenue in Everett on Tuesday, June 13, the Middlesex County District Attorney's Office reports. Initial investigation determined there were no obv…
Family 'Devastated' By Unexpected Death Of 54-Year-Old Marlborough Mother Family 'Devastated' By Unexpected Death Of 54-Year-Old Marlborough Mother
Family 'Devastated' By Unexpected Death Of 54-Year-Old Marlborough Mother A MetroWest family is trying to find peace after suddenly losing one of their most beloved members this month.  Nanette Sahagian "fought everyday of her life," a GoFundMe campaign organized on her behalf reads.  The 54-year-old's unexpected death over the weekend has left her family "devastated" and desperately "trying to move forward" without her.  Sadly Derek’s sister, Nanette, passed away unexpectedly this past weekend. She was only 54. Thank you for all the heartfelt messages we’ve been receiving. Xo Posted by Nancy DelVecchio on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 "My heart breaks for my mom …
Malden DJ, Veteran, Dad Dies At 56, Community Pours Out Support For Grieving Family Malden DJ, Veteran, Dad Dies At 56, Community Pours Out Support For Grieving Family
Malden DJ, Veteran, Dad Dies At 56, Community Pours Out Support For Grieving Family A man who was "put on this planet to make people laugh and dance" died unexpectedly, but his community is coming together to support his daughter and family.  Paul Brant, of Malden, died on Saturday, June 3 at age 56, leaving behind a loving network of friends and family, including his daughter, Emilie, according to a GoFundMe created for his funeral expenses.  Brant graduated from Malden High School in 1985.  After school, he joined the Army National Guard and was called to serve in Operation Desert Storm, according to a memorial Facebook post.  The veteran coached wrestling at Malden Hi…
'Cherished' Framingham Mom Dies Unexpectedly, Family Humbled By Outpouring Of Love 'Cherished' Framingham Mom Dies Unexpectedly, Family Humbled By Outpouring Of Love
'Cherished' Framingham Mom Dies Unexpectedly, Family Humbled By Outpouring Of Love A family suffered an "unimaginable loss" when a local woman experienced a fatal medical emergency.  Dorothy Kwok, of Framingham, suffered a brain aneurysm and died on Friday, June 2, leaving behind a loving husband and two children, according to a GoFundMe set up in her honor.  "Dorothy passed unexpectedly to the shock of all of us," reads a post on the Framingham Youth Lacrosse Facebook page. "She was the most kind, thoughtful and generous person and will be missed more than words can express." In the wake of the family's devastation, Kwok's friend, Gevry Fontaine, cre…
Beloved Beverly Barista Dies Unexpectedly, Remembered As 'Warrior' With Kind Soul Beloved Beverly Barista Dies Unexpectedly, Remembered As 'Warrior' With Kind Soul
Beloved Beverly Barista Dies Unexpectedly, Remembered As 'Warrior' With Kind Soul A quirky redhead moved to start her next chapter with her fiancé but her life was cut short soon after.  Rachel-Marie Thomas, who was the longest-tenured employee at What's Brewin' Cafe in Beverly, died unexpectedly, leaving behind her beloved fiancé and their puppy.  To support Thomas's family and honor her life, her former employers at What's Brewin' Cafe created a GoFundMe campaign on Sunday, June 4, and have raised almost $5,000 in only two days, according to the GoFundMe site.  Thomas was described by her fiancé as a warrior. She dealt with various hurdles throughout her life, includ…
'Angel On Earth': Unexpected Death Of Saugus Mom Leaves 'Void In This World' 'Angel On Earth': Unexpected Death Of Saugus Mom Leaves 'Void In This World'
'Angel On Earth': Unexpected Death Of Saugus Mom Leaves 'Void In This World' A community on the North Shore is dealing with the difficult task of trying to fill a whole left by a mother who had "the biggest heart and the sweetest soul," according to an online fundraiser.  Michele Mersicano said Dawn DiLoreto was "an angel on earth with a smile on her face and ready to help attitude" on a GoFundMe campaign.  "With a contagious smile she’d light up your day and check in to make sure you were ok," Mersicano said. "She will definitely leave a void in this world especially for her daughter Mia." DiLoreto died unexpectedly on Tuesday May 30, according to her obituary. S…
Sherborn Man Killed By MBTA Train Was Avid Golfer, Dover High School Graduate Sherborn Man Killed By MBTA Train Was Avid Golfer, Dover High School Graduate
Sherborn Man Killed By MBTA Train Was Avid Golfer, Dover High School Graduate The man who died when he lost his balance and fell into the path of an oncoming MBTA train this week was a Sherborn native and UMass graduate, according to his social media profiles. Adam White died on Tuesday, May 30 at North Station in Boston, as reported by Daily Voice.  White attended Dover-Sherborn High School, located in Dover, and graduated from UMass Boston with a degree in mass communication and media studies according to his LinkedIn profile. He most recently worked as a Technical Recruiter at TEKsystems, his profile said.  Read more here: Man Who Fell Under MBTA Train ID'd As S…
Somerville Man, 37, Dies 'Doing What He Loved Most,' Family Organizes Tribute Event Somerville Man, 37, Dies 'Doing What He Loved Most,' Family Organizes Tribute Event
Somerville Man, 37, Dies 'Doing What He Loved Most,' Family Organizes Tribute Event The family of an avid motorcyclist is memorializing his passion for bikes with a gathering they plan to hold yearly. Steve Delaney, Jr, of Somerville, died in a motorcycle accident on Saturday, May 27 at 37 years old, according to his obituary and a GoFundMe created for his funeral expenses.  Delaney was an "adored" father, son, grandson, and brother, his obituary said.  "Our family is beyond crushed, heart broken, devastated and shocked to say the least," reads the description of the GoFundMe created by his sister. "There are no words to express the pain we are all going through…
Ex-Dedham Firefighter Dies At 53, Remembered As 'Local Hero' Ex-Dedham Firefighter Dies At 53, Remembered As 'Local Hero'
Ex-Dedham Firefighter Dies At 53, Remembered As 'Local Hero' A retired firefighter and Navy veteran is being remembered for his service and his love for his family. Kevin Davis, who served the Dedham community as a firefighter, died on Wednesday, May 24 at the age of 53, according to his obituary.  "We are devastated to announce the passing of former DFD firefighter Kevin Davis," reads a Dedham Fire Department Facebook post. "He will be greatly missed and his memory will live on with us forever." We are devastated to announce the passing of former DFD firefighter Kevin Davis. FF Davis served in the navy as a seabee... Posted by Dedham Firefight…