Gloucester – Massachusetts USA Obituaries

Ruth M. (Nelson) Somers, 96, of Gloucester, formerly of Rockport, wife of the late William C. Somers, passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2017, at her residence. She lived most of her married life in Rockport at 6 Granite Street. She was born in Worcester on January 22, 1920, daughter of the late Carl and Elizabeth (Travers) Nelson. Ruth was a graduate of the High School of Commerce (1941) and later attended nursing training at Worcester City Hospital. In earlier years, she worked for the Telephone Company as a switchboard operator. During WWII, she worked as a welder for the Saint Piere Chain Company in Worcester. She was a member of the Rosie the Riveter Club. In later years, she worked as a housekeeper and assisted with the school lunch program at the Tarr School in Rockport. Ruth and her husband enjoyed spending winters in Mexico, where they would distribute bicycles and other needed items they had collected from home. She enjoyed getting her family together for holiday dinners and had a big hand in raising her grandchildren which included everything from grooming their horses to instilling life lessons during the many babysitting occasions. She also enjoyed sewing, crocheting and chair caning. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She is survived by two daughters, Billie Anne Greeke and her husband, Peter of Gloucester and Mary Elizabeth Barrett and her husband, John of Westminster; three sons, Frank D. Somers and his wife, Barbara, Glenn P. Somers and his wife, Kate, all of Gloucester, and William C. Somers, Jr. and his wife, Elaine of Rockport; 11 grandchildren, Wendy Prendergast, Kate Preusser, Melissa Moseley, Peter Greeke, Jr., Jennifer Greeke, Heather Gwyn, Rachel Somers, David Somers, Debra Somers, Christopher Barrett, and Colleen Barrett; nine great-grandchildren; her sister, Irene Cariglia of Worcester; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son, Carl James Somers; sister, Lois Nelson; and brothers, Herbert "Sonny" Nelson, and Carl Nelson, Jr. Graveside Services will be held on Saturday, January 14, at 11 a.m. in Beech Grove Cemetery, Rockport. Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her name to Saint Mary's Episcopal Church, Broadway, Rockport, MA 01966 or Cape Ann Animal Aid Association, 4 Paws Lane, Gloucester, MA 01930. Arrangements are by the Greely Funeral Home, 212 Washington Street, Gloucester, MA. For online condolences, please visit www.greelyfuneralhome.com.

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Matteo Cusumano died peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends on December 18, 2016 in Trappeto, Sicily He was born in Trappeto on January 2, 1921 to the late Francesco and Croficissa (Logrande) Cusumano. He was a kind, humble and hard-working man and always had a smile for anyone he met He will be sadly missed by his daughter, Nina Crocetta Groppo and her husband Franco and by his loving grandchildren, Maria Groppo Carpenter and Enza Groppo, two great-grandchildren, Mikaela and Ryan all of Gloucester, his sisters Vincenza and Crocifissa, his two brothers-in-law Michele and wife, Giovanna and Vincenzo and wife Mary and sister-in-law Antonina, all of Trappeto. He is also survived by his special loving niece Graziella who took him under her wings and cared for him like she would her father since the passing of his beloved wife Vincenza 11 years ago, and by all of his family and friends everywhere who loved and admired him for the kind and loving man that he was. A memorial Mass will be celebrated on Monday, January 16, at 5 p.m. at Saint. Ann’s Church on Pleasant Street in Gloucester.

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Mr. Vito Cory Asaro, 58, of North Chelmsford passed away unexpectedly of pneumonia at his home on Friday morning January 13, 2017. He was always a kind and sweet person. All who knew him loved him. Vito was born December 29, 1958. He was the son of Peter and Angela (Tocco) Maggiore. In the settings where he lived, he most enjoyed sitting with councilors and social workers while pretending to do work side by side with them. They truly enjoyed this interaction with Vito. Vito may not have been aware of his great skills, but he was always a good worker. He was a sweet and lovable guy who will be missed by all who knew him. He loved music, dancing, bowling, frisbee and playing catch. Vito is survived by his father Peter V. Asaro, his mother Angela Maggiore and her husband Onofrio. He is also survived by his sisters Lana Bergman and her husband Bill, Patricia Jacobs and her husband Russell “Buddy” and Angela Anderton and her husband Wayne. As well, he is survived by his step sisters Frances Dow and her husband Paul and Lori Simpson and her husband Jeff and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his sister, Donna Lee Asaro and his niece Lana Marie Bergman. The family would like to express their sincere thanks to all who helped take care of Vito throughout his life time. Vito’s Funeral Service will be in the Pike-Newhall Funeral Home, 61 Middle St. Gloucester on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at 10 a.m. Visiting hours will be in the Funeral Home on Monday evening January 16, 2017 from 4 to 7 p.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Gloucester. For online condolences and register book please visit www.pikenewhall.com.

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Philip E. Perry was born on December 7, 1934, at 62 Perkins Street, Gloucester, the son of Anthony and Amelia (Costa) Perry. He spent his young years growing up on Portagee Hill with many loving family members and close friends. During World War II the family lived in Rockport. Philip was a 1952 graduate of Gloucester High School. From 1953 to 1958 he attended Suffolk University studying chemistry, physics and math with additional postgraduate work at Boston University, Harvard and MIT, graduating from Suffolk University in 1958. From 1954-1958 he worked as a medical technologist at Addison Gilbert Hospital as well as substitute teaching at Gloucester High School, Forbes School and Manchester Jr/Sr High School. From 1958-1963 he taught at Maynard High School where he also was Dean of Boys and Director of the Drama Program. In 1963 he began teaching chemistry, physics and math at Rockport High School where he became Science Department Head and Science Supervisor K-12, and Drama Director with work also on Yearbook and a Family Life Program. Mr. Perry also worked to establish the Cape Ann Medical Center with Dr. Walter O’Donnell and the original Cape Ann Medical Center physicians. He served as the original Cape Ann Medical Center Director. After his retirement from Rockport High School in 1994, he taught middle school science, math, algebra and drama for ten years at St. Ann School in Gloucester. Mr. Perry had a way of making complicated science understandable and has had many former students successful in medicine as well as theater arts, including Andrew Stanton, who was awarded an Oscar, giving Mr. Perry, his Rockport Theater Arts Teacher, public credit for his success in Hollywood. Phil Perry’s deep religious faith and his love of teaching has made him continuously beloved by his students. On his 80th birthday he was given a memorable birthday pary at the Rockport Community Center. In 1990, Channel 5, WGBH, awarded him their Great Expectations Award as a Class Act, which recognized teachers committed to providing quality education and dedicated to promoting “great expectations” for all children and youth. He is survived by his long-time friend and caregiver Dina Hamilton, as well as his niece Sandra Herdman (Robert), grandnephews, Aaron Teixeira (Alyssa) and Jason Teixeira and great grandnephews, Orion Teixeira, Harrison Teixeira and Timothy Teixeira. His mass will be celebrated in Our Lady of Good Voyage Church, 142 Prospect St. on Wednesday, January 18 at 9:30 a.m. Family and friends are cordially invited. His burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Gloucester. There are no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the: Cape Ann Animal Aid in memory of Phil’s beloved cat, Amy, who predeceased him on December 20. Online condolences may be given at: www.greelyfuneralhome.com.

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David W. Collins of Rockport, Mass., passed away in the presence of his family on Friday, January 13, 2017, after many years of serious battles with cancers and surgeries. He was the devoted husband of Leslie “Bonnie” (Crowningshield) Collins; and loving father to Christian C. Collins and Ross C. Collins, both Cape Ann residents. He was born on July 26, 1948, in Brookline, Mass., son of the late Muriel J. (Scroggins) Tucker and step-son of the late James N. Tucker, Jr., of Gloucester, Mass. He enlisted in the U.S. Army shortly after his graduation from Gloucester High School in 1967. He was honored to achieve the rank of Specialist 5th Class and served in Vietnam and Germany. David fell in love with his high school sweetheart. They would have celebrated their 47th anniversary on Valentine's Day. They were married at St. Mary's Church, Rockport, MA in 1970. Soon after their lovely candle light ceremony, planned in only two weeks, they both moved to Germany for the final phase of his Army enlistment. David was honorably discharged early from the Army to attend New England School of Art in Boston, Mass., graduating in 1973. His graphic art career included package design for Gillette, Essex County Newspapers, and the Cricket Press in Manchester-by-the-Sea, Mass. As a child, he loved visiting his grandmother in Lanesville, picking blueberries for her pies, fishing and exploring Lane's Cove with summertime friends. Throughout his life David had many interests including reading mystery novels, jigsaw puzzles, bird feeding and bringing treats to his favorite one-legged seagull, “Hoppy,” on Back Beach, wood carving, including miniature dollhouse furniture. Later in life he found joy in designing and decorating a popular series of birdhouses. He found great pride in his carpentry and restoring of our home in Pigeon Cove, built in 1893. His signature dish “Uncle Wally's chicken fingers” were enjoyed by many close friends. He was involved in Cub Scouts with both of his sons, and chaperoned many camping and hiking trips, snipe hunts, and matchbox derbies. His creativity and sense of humor were driving forces in his enjoyment of life. David amazed his family and friends after 10 major surgeries, many significant health struggles and battles with various cancer diagnoses. He was well known to always have a smile and a joke for those around him, remaining positive in the face of intense challenges. He always said “laughter is the medicine the Lord gave me.” He called on the power of “Sisu,” from his Finnish heritage, to help him through tough times with stamina and endurance. Those he loved the most knew how brave and kind he was all throughout his life. He was a very special man, and we were all blessed to have loved and known him. In addition to his wife and two sons, he is survived by his two brothers, Jack A. Collins and his wife, Cindy of Florida and Kevin E. Collins of Gloucester; his uncle, Robert Scroggins and his wife, Doris of Danvers, Mass.; his cousins, Charles “Skip” and James “Jay” Campbell of Gloucester and Hong Kong, Taiwan respectively; sister and brother-in-law, Nancy C. and Mike T. Eastman of Dover, N.H.; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Donna (Collins) Stevens and her husband, Walter “Buddy” Stevens of Gloucester, Mass.; and his beloved mother and father-in-law, John and Mary Crowningshield of Magnolia, Mass.; uncle, Harold Scroggins of Florida; cousins, Valerie (Campbell) Elliott and Gerald Silvera. As David wished, private interment of his ashes at Beech Grove Cemetery, Rockport, MA will take place at a later date. Donations may be made in David's memory to The American Legion, Post 98, P.O. Box 117, Rockport, MA 01966 or to the Addison Gilbert Hospital Citizens Fund, P.O. Box 1495, Gloucester, MA 01930. For online condolences and register book, please visit www.pikenewhall.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Pike-Newhall Funeral Home, 61 Middle St., Gloucester.

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John F. Acker, 62 of Gloucester, husband of Patricia (Boltz) Acker, passed away unexpectedly on January 17, 2017. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Patricia and his beloved daughter, Emma, whom he adored and his brother Frank Acker. He was well loved by his sweet dog Rocky, who recently passed away. There are no services at this time. Online condolences may be given at www.greelyfuneralhome.com.

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Ann Smallidge McPhail passed away on November 23, at her Center City home in Philadelphia, Pa. Born on July 17, 1928, in Essex, Mass., she was the daughter of Orman and Neva Perkins Smallidge. She was a graduate of Gloucester High School and the School of Practical Art in Boston and studied Art History and Horticulture at the Barnes Foundation in suburban Philadelphia. She was predeceased by her parents and three brothers, David, Robert and Richard. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Donald McPhail. In Philadelphia, she was active in many organizations. She joined the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society and when the society moved their offices near Independence Hall, she designed their 18th century garden. For 25 years, she was responsible for its planning and for leading a team of volunteers in its maintenance. In 1986, the PHS honored Ann with a special award for her efforts. In 1991, she became active in the Friends of the Japanese House and Garden and oversaw the renovation of the garden at Shofuso, the Japanese house in the city’s Fairmount Park, after decades of neglect. At her home in Center City, she created a large city garden that garnered much attention. A chapter in the book, “American Women’s Gardens” was devoted to it as an example of a city garden. In 1963, Ann became a guide at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. She was asked to focus on Asian art. Since she had no specific knowledge of Asian art, she set out to educate herself. She did this by researching the subject, building a library of Asian references and traveling to Asia, visiting India alone 20 times. Her efforts were so successful that she was appointed to the museum’s South Asian Art Advisory Committee. She gave visitors tours for 53 years in many departments of the museum but focusing on India, China, Korea and Japan. She knew nearly every square foot of the vast building and devoted so much of her life to teaching others of its wonderful collections. Recently her health declined, but she continued with great determination to carry on. The new South Asian galleries presented a new challenge which she eagerly embraced. Her last tour was given exactly two weeks before her death. As Director Timothy Rub and President Gail Harrity wrote, “Feisty, funny and fully engaged with the museum, Ann will be deeply missed." A celebration of her life will occur at on January 29, 2017, at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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formerly of Gloucester, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 14, 2017. He is survived by Marjorie (Bloom) Marks, his loving wife of 68 years, his son, John Marks and his wife, Cheryl, and his son Scott Marks and his wife Rhonda. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Eric Marks and his wife, Amanda, and Jesse Marks. In addition he is survived by his step-grandchildren, Jessica Sanchez and Nate Nolet, and a great-grandson, Mateya Nolet. Bill was predeceased by his brother, Melvin Marks and sister Dorothy (Marks) Bialer. Born in Gloucester, he was the son of the late Jacob and Ida (Alpert) Marks. A veteran of WWII, he valiantly served his country as a Yeoman First Class in the United States Navy seeing active duty in the Atlantic and Mediterranean Theatres of War. He was honorably discharged from the Navy in 1946. Upon his return to Gloucester, he joined his father operating the North Shore Sportswear Company, a manufacturer of women’s clothing. He later opened and ran retail stores in Gloucester, Rockport, Magnolia, Ipswich, Exeter, New Hampshire and Portland, Maine, under the name The Casual Shops. Bill was active in community affairs, both civil and religious. He was a 32 Degree Mason and served as President of the Gloucester B’Nai B’Rith Chapter. He enjoyed golf, tennis, reading, music, theatre, travel and his beloved collie, Leader. Most of all he loved his family. Funeral services will be held at Temple Ahavat Achim, 86 Middle St., Gloucester, on Sunday, January 22, 2017 at 12 p.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Temple Ahavat Achim, 86 Middle St., Gloucester, MA 01930 or to Tidewell Hospice, Philanthropy Department, 5955 Rand Boulevard, Sarasota, FL 34238.

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On January 4, 2017, Lorraine L. Lycett, a well-known and respected member of the Gloucester community, passed away. Lorraine was the daughter of Charles and Agatha (Gasper) Francis. Lorraine was very proud of her Portuguese heritage. She had a varied and successful business career. She worked for Chick Real Estate, Gloucester Public Works Department and Gorton’s of Gloucester. At Gorton’s she became Director of Industrial Relations. She traveled across the country working with the many diverse plants Gorton’s had at that point of time. She retired in the 1980s to work on her husband’s lobster boat until she was approached to be Office Manager for LoBello-Sweeney, a fish brokerage firm. When she retired from that venture she went on to be an aide at Gloucester’s Visitor Welcoming Center, where she greeted thousands of people eager to learn what to do and see in our beautiful city. Lorraine enjoyed life. She traveled extensively in this country and in Europe. She loved being out and about whether it was at the Cupboard with the Carter family, sailing on the Schooner, Thomas E. Lannon or having a dish of mussels at The Gloucester House with Lennie and crew. Lorraine was predeceased by her husbands, Robert Budrow and Charles Lycett. She was also predeceased by two sisters, Gertrude Hesse and Dorothy Laubach; and a niece, Frances (Hesse) Larkin; and nephew, Richard Hesse. She is survived by her niece, Jane Hesse; nephew, Thomas Laubach and wife, Janet; nephew, Gerald McCarthy and his wife, Alice; and a number of grandnieces and nephews. Lorraine is also survived by a cousin, Roger Perkins of Rockport, whom she was very close to all of her life. She leaves behind the angels that took care of her in her last years, Sandi Seeley, Danielle Porter and Val DaSilva; as well as a beloved godchild, William Goodwin; and a dear friend, Suzanne Silveira. A celebration of Lorraine's life will be held later in the year. Donations in her memory may be made to The Open Door, 28 Emerson Avenue or the Kay Ellis Memorial Scholarship Fund, 5 Old Bray Street.

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Evelyn Bridget (McMillan) Sutera passed away peacefully at home on January 20, 2017, after a courageous battle against ALS. Her devoted husband of nearly 50 years, Stephen Sutera, along with her sons, daughter, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, and grandchildren, spent the final years of her life taking care of Evelyn as her health deteriorated, never leaving her side. Affectionately calling themselves, "Team Buttercup," the family rallied around Evelyn and Steve, constantly filling their home with laughter and love and taking Evelyn on many a weekend "field trip" around town. And even though Evelyn couldn’t communicate back to her family, it was very clear that seeing her family so united made her incredibly happy and proud. In their many years together, Evelyn and Steve loved to travel, spending many an airplane trip to Las Vegas or road trip to Foxwoods, Mohegan Sun and Twin Rivers Casino. Both also loved playing cribbage and any and all card games, with bingo being a favorite of Evelyn’s. But by far, their favorite activity of all, was spent with their children and grandchildren. They both loved attending whatever sporting event or school play they participated in, and without a doubt, Evelyn was the loudest cheerleader in the crowds. She leaves behind her beloved husband, Stephen Sutera; her children, Stephen Sutera and his fiance, Donna Curran, Lisa Sutera Lucido and her husband, Chris Lucido, Michael Sutera and his wife, Sagan Suter, and Scott Sutera and his wife, Jessica Sutera. She also leaves behind her many grandchildren, Nicole Lucido Pizzimenti and her husband, Nick Pizzimenti, Kyle Lucido and his longtime girlfriend, Erin Jermyn, Alex Lucido, Caitlyn Lucido, Shelby Sutera, Ellie Sutera and Christian Curran. She also leaves behind her siblings, John McMillan, Jean Mattuchio and her husband, Louis, Thomas McMillan and his wife, Louise, Leo McMillan and his wife, Kathy, along with many nieces and nephews. A celebration of her life is being held on Wednesday, January 25, 2017. Visiting hours are from 9 to 11 a.m. in the Greely Funeral Home, 212 Washington St., Gloucester. Family and friends are cordially invited. Her Mass will follow at 11:30 a.m. in St. Ann’s Church, Holy Family Parish, in Gloucester, continuing on with her burial in Calvary Cemetery. Donations in her memory can be made to VNA Hospice Care at http://vnacarenetwork.ejoinme.org or by mail at 199 Rosewood Drive, Suite 180, Danvers, MA 01923. Online condolences may be given at www.greelyfuneralhome.com.

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John passed away peacefully in his sleep surrounded by loving family, after a long and lengthy battle with leukemia. He came to America in 1964. He was son of late Luigi Giuseppe Seniti and Francesca (Casano) Seniti from Marsala, Italy. He then married the late Rose (Lombardo) Seniti. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Ann (Butler) Seniti of Laconia, N.H.; his loving son, Joseph and wife, Kellie Seniti of Medford; and his loving daughters, Frances Wahbi and Maria and her husband, Paul Dercolo, both of Revere; his brothers and sisters, Giuseppe and Uccia (Disciglione) Seniti, Agata (Seniti) Giacalone, Maria (Seniti) and Giuseppe Barbera, Angelo Seniti and Giovanna (Giacalone) Seniti, Dina (Seniti) Fumusa, all of Marsala, Italy; and his brother, Vito and wife, Carmela (D'Amico) Seniti of Gloucester; his loving grandchildren, Justin, Michael, Briana, Ashley, Samantha, Britney and Ayman; and a great-granddaughter, Giavana; many loving nieces and nephews; and his stepchildren, Donna, Kathy, Patty, Joan and Paul and their spouses; and many loving step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren. John also worked in local three bricklayers and allied craft for a little over 50 years of service. He was a dedicated Boston sports fan, an avid gardener, cook, and spent time raising canaries. John was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather and a wonderful friend. He will truly be missed by all who knew him. His funeral service will be held from the Conway, Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home, 82 Lynn Street, Peabody on Friday at 9 a.m., followed by his funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10 a.m. at Saint Ann’s Church, 140 Lynn Street, Peabody. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours will be held on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. Burial will be in Puritan Lawn Memorial Park. Please visit our online guestbook for information, directions and condolences at www.ccbfuneral.com.

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Mary A. Goldsmith, 81, died Sunday, January 22, 2017, at the Epsom Healthcare Center. She was born in Gloucester, Mass., on August 24, 1935. She is the daughter of William and Cecelia Nixon. She was employed as a stitcher at Farmington Shoe. She was the widow of Roger Porter, Sr. and Robert Ferguson. Survivors include her children, William Porter of Gloucester, Mass., Roger Porter, Jr. of Barnstead, N.H., Mary Lou Reed of Trent, Texas, and Melvin Porter of New Ipswich, N.H.; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a brother, John V. Nelson of Gloucester, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, William Nixon; and two great-grandchildren, Wyatt and Maci Wood. Friends may call Thursday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the H. J. Grondin & Son Funeral Home, 177 N. Main Street, Rochester, NH. Funeral services will follow at noon in the chapel of the funeral home. Burial will be Monday, January 30, 2017, at noon in Locust Grove Cemetery, Rockport, MA. To sign the online guestbook, please go to www.grondinfuneralhome.com.

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Daniel Cabral, age 37, of Gloucester, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2017. Dan was born in Gloucester on February 15, 1979, son of the late Cathy (MacFarland) Cabral and Walter C. Cabral of Gloucester. Dan loved his years playing Pee Wee football, moving on to being lucky #44 for the Gloucester High School Fisherman. After graduating high school, Dan attended Plymouth State University where he was elected head of Omega Fraternity. Dan had countless friends that he dearly loved and was nicknamed "Dan the Heart" by many. Beyond his love for friends and family was infinite love for his beloved dog, Leroy aka "Leboy." Dan would never hesitate to stop what he was doing and help a person in need. He was a completely selfless person and it was this personality that endeared him to all. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed running his fantasy football teams. He most especially loved the 49ers and Barry Sanders, his favorite player. Daniel is survived by his father, Walter C. Cabral and companion, Gayla DeCoste; brother, Walter S. Cabral and his wife, Abby; his nieces, Brandi Cabral, Catherine Cabral, Naomi Cabral, Mariah "Katie" Cabral; godparents, Joseph Giamanco and Patricia McCarthy; goddaughter, Liana; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and his constant companion, Leroy. He was predeceased by his beloved mother, Cathy D. Cabral; sister, Tammie Cabral; maternal grandparents, Norman and Faye MacFarland; paternal grandparents, George and Edna Cabral; and a special nephew, Christopher Wheeler. Dan’s Memorial Mass will be celebrated in Our Lady of Good Voyage Church, 142 Prospect St., Gloucester, on Friday, January 27, 2017 at 11 a.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. For online condolences and register book, please visit www.pikenewhall.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Pike-Newhall Funeral Home, 61 Middle St., Gloucester.

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Howard L. Bonis Jr., 72, of Arrowsic, Maine, died Monday January 23, 2017. Howard died peacefully with his wife by his side and surrounded by his children. Howard was born, March 5, 1944, in Norwalk, Conn. to Howard L. Bonis Sr. and Mary Castango Bonis. He grew up in Norwalk, Connecticut. He was a member of the first graduating class of Brien McMahon High School in 1962. After high school Howard attended Norwalk Community College before enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. His bravery during the Vietnam War earned him a purple heart and bronze star with valor. While in Vietnam he served as a Fire Team Leader with the Company F. Second Battalion, Fourth Marines. He was medically retired from the United States Marine Corps. Howard married Susan Walker Bonis on September 9, 1967. Howard met Navy Corpsman Susan Walker at St. Albans Naval Hospital on Long Island, NY, while he was recovering from injuries sustained on the battlefield. He went on to graduate from American International College with a degree in Political Science, and later earned his Master's degree in Special Education from Salem State University. The most rewarding years of his professional career were spent as an educator in both public and private schools. Howard leaves his wife of 49 years, Susan Walker Bonis; his daughter, Katherine Burnham her husband, Stephen and their daughter Reilly of Wakefield; his son, Timothy his wife Emily and their daughters Leah and Alaina of Bath, Maine; his daughter, Meg Knowles her husband, Kenneth and their son Walker and daughter Clara of Rockport and his son, Patrick and his wife, Elizabeth and their sons Odin and Cullen of South Kent, Ct.; his brother, Richard Bonis of Arizona; his sister Darlene Vento of Norwalk Ct., and his brother, James Bonis of Southbury, Ct. He was predeceased by his sister Jolene Spader. He also leaves many nieces, nephews, friends and family. A celebration of his life will take place in Maine in the summer of 2017. He will be privately interred at Arlington National Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff at Hill House and CHANS for the compassionate care and loving support. We ask you to celebrate Howard by having a root beer float, eating an éclair or dancing with someone you love. Arrangements are under the care of Direct Cremation of Maine, 182 Waldo Ave., Belfast. Memories and condolences may be shared at directcremationofmaine.com.

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After Stephen Hartley "Red" Nippert died on January 19, in Newport, R.I., his many friends mourned his passing. He was a father, a lifelong fisherman, an avid reader, and was incredibly kind to anyone in need. He helped many people, yet always made it sound like they were doing him a favor. His joyful sense of humor was warmhearted, he laughed at his own misadventures and reveled in pranks. He had few equals at telling a great story. Stephen was the son of Naval Commander Glenn E. Nippert and Mary Jane Bohl, a reporter and newswoman. He was born June 15, 1950, in Bethesda, Md., and traveled widely, until his family settled in Newport in 1960. He was known by many nicknames, Nip, Red (due to his hair), or Red Man. He was a free spirit and was adamantly opposed to the Vietnam War. He bravely faced the draft board not knowing if he'd be released or jailed; fortunately, he was exempt. After adventurously hitchhiking across the U.S., including Woodstock, he took a job on a fishing boat and found his life's work. He loved the sea and was at home on the sea. In his extraordinarily long career, he fished on seven boats catching fish, lobsters, sea urchins and made the Guinness Book of World Records for catching the most slime eels! Red also bought his own boat, the Kristen and Michael, and served as an adviser to a NOAA commission to reduce the number of sea mammals inadvertently caught by commercial fishermen. He was a rigorously careful and extremely shrewd fisherman and was tough and hard working. Gloucester and the Crow's Nest held a special place in his heart. He faced his recent cancer diagnosis with typical kindness and strength, reassuring loved ones that he'd had a happy, fulfilled life. He is survived by his son, Jeremiah "Jay" Q. Nippert, his daughter-in-law, Regina LaChance; his sisters, Connie Walsh of Florida, Chris O'Connell of Rhode Island and Catherine Morrison of New Jersey; brothers-in-law, Steve Walsh and John Morrison; many nieces and nephews; four great-nieces; ex-wives, Linda DeLisle and Lisa Kenyon; and countless friends who will miss him greatly. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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Mrs. Josephine M. “Josie” (Favazza) Orlando, 95, of Gloucester passed away Thursday, January 26, 2017, in Den Mar Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was the loving wife of the late John Orlando. Josie was born August 6, 1921, in Gloucester. She was the daughter of the late Carlo and Vincenza (Orlando) Favazza. She was a lifelong resident of Gloucester. She worked as an inspector at Gorton’s for several years until her retirement. She was a communicant of Holy Family Parish St. Ann’s Church. Josie enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoyed singing. Josie is survived by her two sons, Anthony R. Orlando of Gloucester and Carlo L. Orlando of North Hampton, N.H.; her grandson, John A. Orlando of Seabrook, N.H.; her brother, John Favazza and his wife, Mary of Gloucester; as well as many nieces and nephews. Josie’s Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish in St. Ann’s Church, Prospect Street, Gloucester on Wednesday, February 1, 2017, at 11:15 a.m. Visiting hours will be in the Pike-Newhall Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 31, 2017, from 4 to 7 p.m. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Gloucester. For online condolences and register book, please visit www.pikenewhall.com.

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Ruth W. Gillies, 92, of Rockport, Mass., passed away at her home Thursday morning, January 26, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Boston on June 29, 1924, she was the daughter of the late John S. and Marion S. (Smith) Gillies. Ruth was a graduate of Smith College in 1946. She worked at Little, Brown Co., MIT Press and Houghton-Mifflin Harcourt Publishing as a textbook editor. In 1960 she moved to Rockport, where she has happily lived in the family home ever since. Ruth commuted to Boston from Rockport for 30 years and had many “train friends” who became lifelong friends after her retirement in 1990. Ruth played a very active role at the First Congregational Church in Rockport, where she was an enthusiastic volunteer for their fund raising fairs, a deacon, served on several committees as well as taking on the church newsletter using her Mac computer in her 70s. Ruth was a kind, caring and generous person, always volunteering at Meals On Wheels, Wellspring House, the homeless shelter and as an ESL instructor. She loved all animals and always had a dog or cats. Ruth loved to read, garden, walk and lunch with her friends, attend concerts and museums, and especially be with her family. She was a world traveler and kept wonderful journals of all her trips. She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her. She is survived by her nieces, Janet Foley and her husband, Jim, Susan Catalogna and her husband, Mark, all of North Andover and Stephen Gillies and his wife, Janet of Carlisle, Mass.; great-nieces, Kristine Catalogna and her partner, Eric Perkins of Kittery, Maine, Jennifer Giuffrida and her husband, Anthony of Chelmsford, Mass., Jenna Gillies of Brighton, Mass.; and great-nephew, John Gillies of Anchorage, Alaska; great-great-nieces, Sadie and Spencer; a great-great-nephew, Oliver. She was predeceased by her brother, John S. Gillies, Jr. of Westford and Rockport, in 2010. Her memorial service will be held in the First Congregational Church, Rockport on Sunday, February 26, at 2 p.m. Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend. There will be no visiting hours and the burial will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her name to the Cape Ann Animal Aid Association, 4 Paws Lane, Gloucester, MA 01930, Wellspring House, 302 Essex Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930, The Open Door, 28 Emerson Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930 or to Action Inc., 180 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930. Arrangements are by the Greely Funeral Home, 212 Washington Street, Gloucester. For online condolences, please visit www.greelyfuneralhome.com.

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Peter Tarantino, 84, of Gloucester, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 26, 2017 in the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Burlington. Peter was born in Gloucester, MA on July 24, 1932, the son of the late Salvatore and Pauline (Zerillo) Tarantino. He graduated from Gloucester High School and fished on the fishing boats until he went to Gloucester Engineering, where he worked as a machinist and spent the majority of his career there until his retirement. In recent years, Peter volunteered at the Brown Bag Program sponsored by Senior Care Inc. and the Open Door, which provides bagged meals to seniors. Peter belonged to the St. Peter’s Club and was a former member of the Gloucester Lodge of Elks.Peter is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, John (Bucky) and Pauline Tarantino, sisters, Martha Cominelli and Concetta Tarantino, son Peter Tarantino, son and daughter-in-law, James and Laurel Tarantino, all of Gloucester, daughter and son-in-law Pauline and Richard Rockwell of East Bridgewater; as well as six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his sister, Philippina Tarantino and his brother, Joseph Tarantino. His visiting hours will be held in the Greely Funeral Home, 212 Washington St., Gloucester, on Friday, February 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. Friends and family are cordially invited. There are no services and burial will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to The American Heart Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham MA 01701. Online condolences may be given at www.greelyfuneralhome.com.

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Grace died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on January 26, 2017. Born in Gloucester on April 17, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Pauline (Aiello) Randazza. In addition to her parents, Grace was predeceased by her siblings, Thomas, Joseph, Seraphino and Paul Randazza; as well as sisters, Annie Parisi and husband, Jack, and Mary Matthews and husband, Neil. She was also predeceased by her brother-in-law, Joseph Parisi. Grace is survived by her husband of 66 years, Ralph V. Stanton, Sr. She leaves behind her sister, Jennie Parisi; and two brothers, Salvatore (Sam), husband of Mary-Agnes Randazza, and John, husband of Dorothy Randazza; a sister-in-law, Mary-Lee Randazza; as well as close cousin, Sebastian (Buzzy) Parisi and his wife, Nora. Grace was a devoted mother to nine children, Margaret Stanton; Ralph Stanton, Jr., husband of Lola; David Stanton, husband of Karen; William Stanton, husband of MaryBeth; Sandra Pierce; Paula Stanton; Michael Stanton, husband of Jeanne; Janet Stanton, wife of Steve Low; and Linda Stanton, long time companion of Peter Noseworthy. She was the adored grandmother of 17, Joanna Masopust, Bryan Danner, Daniel and Scott Stanton, Cheryl Frary, Chris Stanton, Danielle Osier, Josh and Bryan LeClaire, Jamie Calloway, John and Cori Pierce, Cody and Kaylee Stanton, Cameron Burroughs, and Sara and Emily Stanton. Grace also had 13 great-grandchildren. She leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. In honoring Grace’s wishes, there will be no visiting hours. A memorial Mass will be at Holy Family Parish in St. Ann’s Church, Prospect St., Gloucester, April 8, 2017, at 11 a.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. For online condolences and register book, please visit www.pikenewhall.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Pike-Newhall Funeral Home, 61 Middle St. Gloucester.

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Born in Boston to Lester C. and Mabel A. (Johnson) Hotz and raised in Roslindale. He enlisted in the Army in July, 1943 and served as an Engineer Mechanic in Track Vehicles, and was awarded several medals for his service in the European Theater. After the war, he remained available in inactive service and was honorably discharged in 1953 with the rank of Sergeant. After active service Lester worked as Service Manager for Mirak Chevrolet in Arlington, Gregor Chevrolet, and Ellis Chevrolet in Manchester. On a treacherous snowy night in 1950 Lester met the love of his life Gloria on a blind date. They were married in 1951. Lester and Gloria purchased their first home on Forest St. in Manchester MA in 1954. Throughout the years, Lester and Gloria had a menagerie of animals including horse Chester, pony Merrylegs, sheep, a goat, many dogs and a cat. In 1962 Lester started his own auto repair business at "the Old Regent Garage" on the corner of Bridge and Pine Streets in Manchester. He purchased and renovated 76 Summer Street in 1968 which was home to Kettle Cove Preservatives. The property served as a full-service gas, repair, and automobile inspection station under the Texaco brand. He was a talented auto mechanic who was trusted by many. Despite his fear of heights, Gloria gave Lester flying lessons as a gift in 1969. Lester quickly discovered he adored flying and earned his private pilot's single engine license. His primary planes were Cessna 150 and Skyhawk models. Due to his confidence and demeanor, close friend and corporate jet pilot Captain Bruce Gilson considered him one of the smoothest pilots he ever flew with. In 1969, Lester and Gloria purchased a lovely summer home abutting the White Mountain National Forest from Lester's Aunt Mildred and Uncle Bob in Warren, N.H. The home is believed to be the oldest dwelling in the small town with tax records dating back to 1763. Lester and Gloria traveled extensively throughout Asia, Central and South America, as well as the Southern United States and Hawaiian Islands. Their journeys brought them many memories such as seeing the Komodo Dragons in Borneo, the Incan Ruins in Peru, and the wonders of the Galapagos Islands. Gloria was an avid birder and in their travels they logged sightings of 3200 species of birds together. In 1992 Lester retired and he and Gloria spent winters in their Florida house in Cedar Key. After Gloria passed in 2007, Lester moved to Gloucester, with his daughter and family. His dear friend, Skip (Philip) Marr enabled Lester to spend summers in his later years in Warren by setting up his motorhome in the yard and helping Lester as needed. Recently his health required frequent monitoring and he moved to Seacoast Rehabilitation and Nursing Facility where he developed friendships with many of the outstanding healthcare staff. One of Lester's proudest moments was his grandson's accomplishment of earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics, as Lester helped inspire him with his vast knowledge of engines. He is predeceased by his wife of 56 years, Gloria (Clark), his sisters June Lovejoy, Dr. Davida Comba, and sister-in-law, Lucille Davis. He is survived by his daughter, Leslie Hotz Taliadoros, her husband Ken, and their son Jonathan, and his sister-in-law, Natalie Clark. Also, nieces and nephews, Davida, Alan, Vanessa, Adam, Mark, Amanda, Susan, Richard, Heidi and many great friends who have kept in contact with him over the decades. Keeping with his wishes, there will be no visiting hours or funeral services. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his name to Cape Ann Animal Aid Association, 4 Paws Lane, Gloucester, MA 01930; MSPCA, 400 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844; Friends of Seacoast, 292 Washington Street, Gloucester, MA 01930; or to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements are by the Greely Funeral Home, 212 Washington Street, Gloucester. For online condolences, please visit www.greelyfuneralhome.com.

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