James D. Picardi
Jul 27, 2023
January 22, 1952- July 27, 2023 The Picardi family would regrettably like to announce that our beloved husband and father, James, has been brought home to God after a brief illness and second stroke. Born in Malden to his mother Constance and father, Rosario. Brother to Richard and the late Stephen. After meeting during their high school years, he...
Robert E. Bond
Jul 22, 2023
Robert E. Bond passed away on July 22, 2023. He was 61 years old. Beloved Son of the Late Elizabeth J 'Scolley' Bond, and the Late Robert G Bond, Brother of Elizabeth "Beth" Kairis, her husband Christopher, Kathy Bond and James Bond. Loving and dearest friend of Valarie J. Pascale and John J McCarthy. He sadly had a long...
Joseph W. Teta
Jul 20, 2023
Joseph Teta, 78 a lifelong resident of Malden, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2023 after a lengthy illness. Joe was the son of the late Ann Figelski (Umile) and Joseph Teta of Malden. He grew up in Malden & attended Malden High. He then went onto Burdett College. Joe began his career working in sales. He left that...
William M. Topping Jr.
Jul 20, 2023
William M. Topping Jr., a lifelong resident of Malden, passed away on July 20, 2023. He was 71 years old. William was the son of the late William and Arlene (Cousins) Topping. He was the dear brother of Mildred Dietz and her husband William, Karen Dietz and her husband Robert, Theresa McLaughlin and her husband Richard, and the late...
Helen (Bryan) Robinson
Jul 15, 2023
Helen (Bryan) Robinson, of Everett, MA, passed away on July 15, 2023, at the age of 74. Helen was a warm and loving soul who was never without a smile. Nothing made her happier than spending time with family and friends, except maybe a prime rib dinner and a glass of White Zinfandel. She enjoyed collecting snow globes, eating...
John Jensen
Jul 13, 2023
John Jensen, 70, of Fitchburg, MA passed away surrounded by family on July 13, 2023. Born in San Francisco in January of 1953, the youngest child of Arnold and Grace Jensen. A loving father, dedicated husband, and jovial friend, John never failed to put a smile on the face of those he met. John attended St. Francis in Mountain...
Carole Elaine Zimmerman
Jul 12, 2023
Carole Elaine Zimmerman, a longtime resident of Malden, MA, passed away on July 12, 2023. She was 84 years old. Carole loved trips to York Beach, Maine, and Coco Beach each year. She enjoyed crocheting blankets, coasters, and placemats. Carole grew up in Malden and was a part of the MHS class of 1956. She cherished her grandkid's hockey...
Ralph Charles
Jul 12, 2023
Ralph Charles, was called home after a brief illness on July 12, 2023 surrounded by family and close friends. A long time Everett resident and graduate of Everett High School. Ralph was known to be a talented writer and loved all things history. You could find him "doing the damn thing" and frequently wearing one his favorite "old man...
William C. Cook
Jul 11, 2023
William "Cookie" Cook, 71, of Saugus, passed away unexpectedly at his home on July 11th, 2023. William was born on December 4, 1951 to Verna and Norman Cook. In his youth, he and his closest friend, Jim DiSano, used to sing Doo-wop and Motown songs on the corners of Malden Square with several other friends, which lead to many...
Joanne Trombley
Jul 10, 2023
Joanne Trombley passed away on July 10, 2023. She was 57 years old. Joanne had a beautiful heart, she was witty and always made people smile. Joanne was a longtime waitress at Stearns and Hills, the 99 Restaurant, and Kitchen Supervisor at Forestdale Park Assisted Living. She will always be in our hearts, forever loved by many. Joanne was...
Joanne Croken
Jul 3, 2023
Malden native and longtime Department of Conservation and Recreation Ranger, Joanne Croken, died unexpectedly in her home in early July. Joanne was born on December 6, 1960 to the late Claire F. Croken (McAnneny) and the late Malden District Court Clerk Magistrate, Joseph E. Croken, Sr. Joanne grew up in Malden and graduated from Malden High School, followed by...
William G. Loftus
Jul 2, 2023
William G. Loftus passed away on July 2, 2023. He was 62 years old. William was a resident of Malden, formerly of Medford. He was a mechanic for over 35 years as well as a longtime employee of the City of Malden Public Works Department. William was a U.S. Coast Guard Veteran and an avid boater and fisherman. He...
Marilyn M. (Pinkham) Mcmahon
Jul 1, 2023
Marilyn M. (Pinkham) McMahon, a resident of Saugus, MA, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2023. She was 85 years old. We understand death only after it has placed its hands on someone we love. Mom thank you for always loving us and guiding us. Even though you are no longer here with us, we will always feel your...
Patricia A. (Dumais) Sweeney-Donovan
Jul 1, 2023
Patricia A. (Dumais) Sweeney-Donovan, a resident of Malden, MA, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2023. She was 81 years old. Patricia was retired from the City of Newton where she worked for over 25 years. Patricia was born in Laconia, NH and was married to the late Richard Donovan. She was the loving mother of Jayne Gourdeau (daughter)...
Marie Cadet
Jun 23, 2023
Marie N. Cadet passed away on June 23, 2023. She was 45 years old. She was the loving wife of Joseph H. Cadet. Family and friends are invited to attend visiting hours at the A.J. Spadafora Funeral Home, 865 Main Street, Malden, MA on Friday, July 14th, from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Then again on Saturday, July 15th...
Matthew Fino
Jun 23, 2023
Matthew Fino, a resident of Everett, MA formerly of Malden, MA passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 23, 2023. He was 52 years young. Matt was a lovable, quiet guy who was creative, hardworking, and tirelessly worked at building a future with the love of his life, Terri. One of Matt's favorite pastimes was carpentry. He could build anything...
Leah M. Vazzino
Jun 11, 2023
Leah M. Vazzino of Malden, passed away on June 11, 2023. She was 37 years old. Leah graduated from Malden High School and worked as a receptionist. Leah enjoyed spending time with her 2 dogs and also enjoyed designing and creating jewelry and casting acrylic art. Leah was the loving daughter of Pauline Vazzino and the late Carmelo Vazzino....
Stephen J. Pesce Sr.
Jun 10, 2023
Stephen James Pesce, Sr. of Malden, fought a long, arduous battle against cancer. His fight against rare combined Cholangiocarcinoma and Hepatocellular cancer greatly surpassed any life expectancy that doctors had given him. Unfortunately, in the early morning of June 10th, Stephen lost his fight against this dreaded disease surrounded by his loved ones. Formerly of Somerville, Woburn and Everett,...
Thomas W. Hopkinson Jr.
Jun 6, 2023
Thomas William Hopkinson Jr., a longtime resident of Medford, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2023. He was 83 years old. Tom grew up in Somerville, MA. It is there that he met Claire, the love of his life, in their teenage years. He graduated from Malden Catholic High School in 1958. Tom and Claire married in 1961, enjoyed...
Flora Gilardi
Jun 4, 2023
Flora L. (Longo) Gilardi, a lifelong resident of Malden, MA, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2023. She was 97 years old. Flora worked in a clothing store in Malden Square before becoming a mother. She devoted her life to her husband Lou. On the dance floor, they were amazing, moving as one and commanding everyone's admiration. Flora had...
