Obituary

Antonina "Nina" Tortorella passed away peacefully on April 5, 2020. She was 96 years old.

Nina was a lifelong resident of Malden. She was a graduate of Malden High School class of 1942 and worked as a stitcher for many years in the garment district in Boston.

Nina was the daughter of the late Francesco and Nicoletta (Ianello) Tortorella. She was the loving sister of Evelyne Olszak and the late Josephine Morgan, Leonora Caiazzo, Salvatore, Charles, Anthony, Frank Jr., John, and Robert Tortorella. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

In accordance with the Department of Public Health and restrictions on gatherings due to COVID-19, private services will be held.

Contributions in Nina's memory may be made to the Shriners Hospital, 51 Blossom St., Boston, MA 02114, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or Chelsea Soldiers Home Entertainment Fund, 91 Crest Ave. Chelsea, MA 02150.