Elena Ricci
Of East Boston
Elena (Avallone) Ricci of East Boston passed away on April 4 at the age of 96.
The loving daughter of the late Matteo Donato and Christina (Ingrasia) Avallone, she was the beloved wife for over 55 years of Louis Frank Ricci, the devoted mother of Christine McNamee and her husband, Joseph of East Boston, dear sister of the late Tina Cantillo, John Avallone and Virginia Douglas and is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made in Elena’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 T:800-805-5856.…In accordance with the CDC, Mass. Department of Public Health, Archdiocese of Boston guidelines and local restrictions on gatherings and congregations due to COVID-19, all services will be held for the immediate family privately. If you have any questions or would like to express your condolences, please contact the Ruggiero Family Memorial Home, East Boston during normal business hours or leave a message for the family on the tribute wall. A memorial service in celebration of Elena’s life will be held at a later date.
Ruth Correale
Proud member of the Cherokee Nation
Ruth (Morton) Correale, 89, of East Boston, formerly of Chandler Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 30, 2020 at home surrounded by her loving family.
Ruth was everyone’s favorite mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. She had an infectious smile and will be remembered for her need to care for you, her contagious laugh, her love of cooking and sharing meals and for her love and appreciation of all the small things. She touched the hearts of everyone she knew with her comfort, joy, and love! She will continue to be loved, treasured and missed by all.
A proud member of the Cherokee Nation, she was the daughter of the late Junia Clyde Morton and Lizzie (Duffy) Morton, beloved wife of the late Ralph J. Correale, loving mother of Ruthanne Correale Pavlis and her husband, Ari Pavlis, Robert Correale and his wife, Rose and the late Ralph Jr. and David J. Correale and cherished grandmother of Robert C. Correale, Ryan J. Correale and his wife, Nicole, Peter P. Pavlis and Ariana Aspasia Pavlis. She was adored and cherished by 10 siblings and their spouses and 103 nieces and nephews that make up the Morton Clan.
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, all services are private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ruth’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association by visiting www.alz.org or by mail at 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601.
Vazza Funeral Home, Revere.
www.vazzafunerals.com.
Retired Lt. Col. George Singer, USAF
Former East Boston High School Basketball Player
Lt. Col. George Singer, (USAF Ret.) of Aurora, Co. formerly of East Boston, died on March 31.
He was the beloved husband of 65 years to Carole (Hennessey); loving father of Karla Sheveland of Colorado Springs and Eric Singer of Denver; dear brother to Robert Ferrara of Revere and Julia Ferrara of East Boston; cherished and adored grandfather of Skyeler, Madison, Annie, James, Anthony, Coulter and Landon, all of Colorado and closest cousin to Julia (Pastore) Angelico.
Lt. Colonel Singer graduated from the Air Force Cadet School in Texas (prior to the establishment of the USAF Academy.) He devoted over 30 years of his life to the US Air Force retiring at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
He was an outstanding basketball player for East Boston High School and led the state in scoring. He also participated in a high school basketball tournament at Boston Garden. Although he remained in Colorado post his military days, George remained an avid fan of Boston sports.
Due to the Coronavirus outbreak, private burial took place on April 6. However, at a later date, burial with full military honors including three volleys of rifle shots will take place at Fort Logan National Cemetery in Denver, Colorado.
Amelia Catarouzola
Of East Boston
Amelia “Emily” Catarouzola of East Boston passed away on April 1, 2020.
The dear sister of Anna Kaujian and her late husband, Leo, the late Lucy Tordiglione and her husband, Anthony, Florence Quagenti and her husband, Michael, Elena Najaryan and her husband, Peter and the late Alphonse, she is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
A memorial mass will follow on a later date. In accordance with the CDC, Mass. Department of Public Health, Archdiocese of Boston guidelines and local restrictions on gatherings and congregations due to COVID-19, all services will be held for the immediate family privately. If you have any questions or would like to express your condolences, please contact the funeral home during normal business hours or leave a message for the family on the tribute wall. You may also send a spiritual or card of sympathy to the family in care of the Ruggiero Family Memorial Home. Amelia will be laid to rest at Woodlawn Cemetery. For more information or to send an online condolence please visit www.ruggieromh.com.
Samuel Sabino Oliva
Retired Boston City Hall Chief Engineer and proud member of the KofC and VFW
Samuel Sabino “Sammy” Oliva, 98, of East Boston passed away on Friday, April 3. He was 98 years old.
Born in Italy, the beloved son of the late Carmen and Antonetta (Guanci) Oliva and step son of Ines Brancati, he was the loving husband of the late Gilda (Filippone) Oliva, devoted and loving father of the late Theresa A. Oliva, Jeanette Champion and her husband, Lee of Nahant, cherished “Papa” of Gregg Champion and his wife, Margo of Florida, Keith Champion and his wife, Ismeyly of Winthrop and Brad Champion and his wife, Kelly of East Boston and adored “great Papa” of Zoe, Everett, Julian, Adrian and Jack. He is also survived by a loving brother, sisters, nieces and nephews. During a long and hard-working life, Sam served his country in the US Army in the Pacific during World War II; owned and operated a fruit and vegetable business at Quincy Market; then worked his way up to become an engineer at the Massachusetts State House and Chief Engineer at Boston City Hall. He was also a proud member of the Knights of Columbus and the VFW. He will be truly missed by his family and friends.
Due to the Covid19 Quarantine, his daughter Jeanette and son in law, Lee will honor Sam with a private military burial at Puritan Lawn in Peabody. There will be a celebration of his life at a later date. Donations may be made in Samuel’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude PL, Memphis TN 38105-9959
Vazza Funeral Home, Revere.
www.vazzafunerals.com.
Richard Patuzzi
Former owner of North Shore Jewelers in Peabody
Richard A. Patuzzi of Peabody, formerly of Winthrop, passed away peacefully on April 2 after succumbing to COVID-19.
A US Army veteran, he was the former owner of North Shore Jewelers in Peabody Square, an honorary member of St. Vasilios Men’s Club, Past President of Peabody Lions Club and a member of the Aleppo Shriner’s in Wilmington.
He was the beloved husband of over 49 years to June M (Landry) Patuzzi, loving son of the late Mary (Albano) and Ludivico Patuzzi, devoted father of Lisa Roy of Rhode Island, cherished step father of Cynthia Congdon of Gloucester and Lori A. Latta of New Hampshire, dear brother of Claire Savola of Georgia and adored grandfather of Eric R. and Jessica M. Munson. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
In accordance with the CDC, Mass. Department of Public Health, Archdiocese of Boston guidelines and local restrictions on gatherings and congregations due to COVID-19, all services will be held for the immediate family privately. If you have any questions or would like to express your condolences please contact the funeral home during normal business hours or leave a message for the family on the tribute wall. A memorial service in celebration of Richard’s life will be held at a later date. In honor of Richard’s life, memorial donations may be made to St Jude Children’s Hospital 262 Danny Thomas Pl., Memphis,TN 38105. For more information or to send an online condolence, visit ruggieromh.com. Arrangements under the professional care of Ruggiero Family Memorial Home 971 Saratoga St., East Boston, MA 617-569-0990.