June Ellen Roberts
Recipient of the prestigious Carnegie Medal
June Ellen (McNamara) Roberts, a lifelong resident of East Boston, passed away on August 18, 2025, at Massachusetts General Hospital. She was 89 years old. Born in Boston on July 14, 1936 to the late Mary and Thomas McNamara, June was raised with a deep sense of family, faith, and community—values that guided her throughout her life.
She was the devoted wife of the late John “Jackie” Roberts and a loving mother to Maria Roberto and her husband, Louie and the late John Roberts. June was a proud and loving grandmother to Joseph Roberto and his wife, Michelle, Alexandra Padovani and her husband, Dante, Matthew Roberto and his wifem Maria, Marc Roberto and Justin Roberto. She was also a cherished great-grandmother—affectionately known as “Nee-Nee”—to Alana, Nadia, Louie, Joseph, Maria, Siena, Olivia, Santino, Alessandra, and Stefanos, all of whom brought her immeasurable joy.
A graduate of St. Rose High School, June went on to work for NYNEX, dedicating over 30 years to the company. Outside of her career, she found fulfillment in giving back to the community, especially through her volunteer work at Malden Catholic High School, where her son John was a student.
June was a true hero. While eight months pregnant with her son, John, she courageously saved 12-year-old Charles Luongo from drowning at Heights Beach—a selfless act of bravery for which she was awarded the prestigious Carnegie Medal. It remained one of her proudest life honors.
An avid animal lover, June cared for countless pets over the years and shared a special bond with her beloved dog, Remy. She also found great joy in the everyday moments of family life, especially watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren participate in their many activities and achievements. Whether it was a dance recital, baseball game, soccer match, or basketball tournament, June was their biggest fan. June was truly blessed to witness the lives of 10 great-grandchildren unfold and spent her final years surrounded by the love of her family.
Family and friends honored June’s beautiful life by gathering at the Ruggiero Family Memorial Home in East Boston on Monday, August 25, and again on Tuesday morning before proceeding to St. Anthony’s Church for a Funeral Mass. Services concluded with June being laid to rest alongside her beloved husband and cherished son at Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. May they rest in eternal peace—together again. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Joslin Diabetes Center. To leave an online condolence visit www.ruggieromh.com.
Richard Raimondi
He will be remembered for his sense of humor and all his jokes
Richard A. “Richy” Raimondi, 92, formerly of East Boston, passed away on Saturday, July 12, at The Rubin Home in Saugus, after a period of declining health. He was predeceased by his wife, Fredda Raimondi and is survived by his daughter, Linda Forte and her husband, Joseph Forte and son, Richard Raimondi and wife, Terese Raimondi, three grandchildren, four great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of Margaret Giambrone and siblings: the late Mario, Ana, Rose, Carl, Vince, Pete, Joe, Albert, John, and Virginia.
He was born in East Boston to Mary and Peter Raimondi. He attended East Boston High School and worked as an electrician. He was an avid Boston Celtics fan and enjoyed watching sports, spending time at Suffolk Downs, listening to Andre Bocelli, and playing the lottery. Richy will be remembered for his sense of humor and all his jokes.
A private Family Service will be held to honor Richy’s life. Donations in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.