Angela Amalfitano
Her warmth, wisdom, and nurturing presence will be deeply missed
Angela (D’Alessandro) Amalfitano of East Boston, passed away on Friday, April 11th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 91 years old.
Angela was born and raised in Avellino, Italy, to her late parents Giosino and Lucia (Magliacane) D’Alessandro. She grew up on a farm, where she developed a deep love for the earth and a lifelong passion for flowers and plants—she could make anything grow, anywhere.
Angela came to the United States permanently in 1957 at the age of 24, bringing with her the strength, resilience and deep faith that would define her life.
She was the beloved wife of the late John Amalfitano. Together, they shared 44 years of devoted marriage and built a beautiful life centered around family.
Angela was the loving mother of Francesca (Amalfitano) Qatarneh of East Boston, and Louis Amalfitano and his wife, Maria of Wakefield. She was the devoted Nonna of Alia Qatarneh, Noel (Qatarneh) Johnson, and Nicole, Marc, and John Amalfitano; the dear sister of Assunta Dall’Aversano of Naples, Italy, Antonio and Camille D’Alessandro of Reading, Anita and Alan Wynn of Florida and Alfredo and Tina D’Alessandro of New Jersey. She was also the sister of the late Ada Morell of New Hampshire. Angela is lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews.
A devout Catholic, Angela lived her life with grace, compassion, and a quiet strength. Her greatest joy came from being surrounded by her family, who she adored. Her warmth, wisdom, and nurturing presence will be deeply missed.
A Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday, April 15th, at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, East Boston followed by interment in Forest Glade Cemetery, Wakefield.
Remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
To send online condolences, please visit www.vertucciosmithvazza.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals, Revere.
Edwin L. Wilson, Jr.
Retired truck driver and proud veteran
Edwin L. Wilson, Jr. 77, of East Boston, a devoted father, Papa, proud veteran, and longtime truck driver, passed away peacefully at the Veterans Administration Hospital in West Roxbury after a long courageous battle with Alzheimer’s on April 12, 2025.
Born and raised in Boston, Ed graduated from East Boston High School in 1968 and later earned his associate’s degree from Newbury Junior College in 1976. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War from 1967 to 1971 as a still photographer. He was deployed to Vietnam for over a year with the 7th Air Force. Among several decorations, he was awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal as an E-4 for photographing enemy positions from reconnaissance aircraft.
After returning home, Ed spent many years working as a truck driver with Logan Dispatch, a family-owned business where he loved being able to work alongside his brothers, who were also his best friends.
Ed’s greatest joy came from his family. He is preceded in death by his only son, Eddie, whose void was never filled. He is lovingly remembered by his daughters, Ellen and Wendy and her husband, Dave and his cherished grandchildren: Paul, Nick, Adriana and her husband, Joe, Aaron and his wife, Madison, Giana and Jeremiah, MiKayla and Chris, Savannah, Tabitha, Dylan and wife, Kat (both serving in the US Air Force), Jimmy, Angelina, Gabriella; as well as his Great-Grandchildren: Caleb, Brooklynn, Logan, and Velveena. To them, he was more than just a grandfather — he was their Papa, a role he cherished above all others. His face would light up when surrounded by his grandchildren and great-grand niece, Chloe, and his love, stories, and laughter will live on in their hearts.
Ed was also the beloved brother of Walter and his wife, Francine, David and his wife, Ellie, William and wife Juanna, Charles and wife Elena, John and wife Geri, Chester Wilson, Helen Collins and her husband, Kevin as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends who will miss his presence and warm heart as “Uncle Buck.” He was preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Mary; his brothers, Frankie and Tommy; and his sisters, Loretta and Maria.
Calling hours will be held on Thursday, April 17 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Croswell Funeral Home, Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. Interment will be Friday, April 18, at 1:30 p.m. at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne.. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the charity of one’s choice. Croswellfuneralhome.com