'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, …
'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…