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$6.4 Million for North End Knights of Columbus HQ MassDevelopment Issues Tax-Exempt Bond to Repurpose Knights of Columbus Building for Senior Affordable Housing MassDevelopment has issued to be rented to households a $6.4 million tax-exempt bond earning no more than 60% of on behalf of 41 N. Margin Senior the area median income. The Apartments, LLC, an affi liate project includes renovating of East Boston Community the building, adding two fl oors Development Corporation where the housing units will (EBCDC) and Affirmative be located, and constructing a Investments, Inc., which is 1,600-square-foot addition that using bond proceeds to receive will serve as the new quarters a 99-year lease from Ausonia for Ausonia Council 1513, Home Association for a por- Knights of Columbus. Eastern tion of its property at 41 N. Bank purchased the bond. Margin Street in Boston’s North “MassDevelopment is proud End. EBCDC and Affi rmative to help bring affordable senior Investments are also using housing to one of the most his- bond proceeds to convert the toric neighborhoods in Boston, property, which has been vacant through East Boston CDC for two years and was previ- and Affirmative Investments, ously the headquarters for the Inc.,” said MassDevelopment Ausonia Council 1513, Knights President and CEO Dan Rivera. of Columbus, into the Knights of “The Knights of Columbus Columbus Apartments that will headquarters played such an feature 23 one-bedroom units important role in the life of of affordable senior housing the neighborhood so we are

News Briefs Rendering of 41 N. Margin Street by architect Michael Angelo Interbartolo, Jr., AIA. by Sal Giarratani honored and excited to see the Knight of Ausonia Council organizations by contributing property continue its legacy as 1513, Knights of Columbus. its real estate fi nance and devel- Principal Says a safe and affordable home for “We believe that using Ausonia opment expertise to expand Education Based on Racism many area seniors.” Home Association’s property to housing opportunities and Sherwood High School Principal Melissa Baran was “This project will help to address the shortage of afford- deliver critical services in low- slammed as a “BLM Marxist” for saying education has create much needed afford- able housing in the North End income communities. Since its its roots in “white supremacy.” Baran addressing the able senior housing in the fulfi lls our charitable mission founding in 1984, Affi rmative Sherwood School District on the outskirts of Portland, heart of Boston’s North End,” to improve the quality of life for Investments has facilitated the Oregon said, “Historically, our under-represented stu- said Pamela Feingold, Senior people in need.” fi nancing and development of dents, our most vulnerable students that are experi- Vice President and Head of East Boston Community $921 million of affordable hous- encing a variety of diffi cult circumstances ... the system Community Development Development Corporation ing nationwide, representing hasn’t been working for them.” Lending at Eastern Bank. (EBCDC) is a nonprofi t commu- more than 6,200 units and 81 Baran, added that, “Education as a whole was built “Eastern Bank is proud to nity development corporation New Markets Tax Credit deals on the system of oppression and white supremacy, and provide the construction dedicated to enhancing the life totaling 4.5 million square feet we are trying to talk about that more.” and permanent fi nancing for of low-income residents of East of space with development costs How Many Masks are Too Many? this project, and we thank Boston through community of $2 billion. MassDevelopment and the services such as elderly hous- “We are so pleased to move The CDC is now recommending that everyone entire group of funders for ing, affordable and accessible forward with this exciting proj- wear two face coverings after a new study found that expanding secure and stable housing, economic development ect for the North End com- doubling up can improve mask performance against housing to the elderly.” programs, and support for resi- munity and cannot thank the COVID-19 by about 50 percent. In addition to the tax-exempt dents of public housing facili- Knights of Columbus enough Wearing a cloth covering over a disposable mask bonds, MassDevelopment ties. EBCDC has developed or for their generosity and vision,” signifi cantly helps reduce exposure to the deadly virus, assisted the Massachusetts co-developed more than 1,000 said Affirmative Investments the CDC study found. Users should make sure no air Department of Housing and units of subsidized housing and President David Ennis. “And is escaping from the area under their eyes or from the Community Development with manages 700 subsidized rental MassDevelopment is a great sides of the mask, the agency said. the approval of federal low- apartments. and supportive partner.” NBA Tells Cuban to Play income housing tax credits, “EBCDC, AI, the Knights of MassDevelopment, the The National Anthem which will provide approxi- Columbus, MassDevelopment state’s finance and develop- The NBA has told Dallas Mavericks owner Mark mately $4.7 million in equity for and the City of Boston have, ment agency, works with busi- Cuban to restart the playing of the National Anthem the project. once again, formed an excit- nesses, nonprofits, banks, before the team’s home games after Cuban apparently “The members of Ausonia ing partnership that will result and communities to stimu- stopped doing so because of his concerns about unify- Council 1513, Knights of in affordable housing that late economic growth across ing the nation in these turbulent times. Columbus, are excited to will create an opportunity for the Commonwealth. During The NBA says the National Anthem will be played work with East Boston CDC, those senior citizens who have FY2020, MassDevelopment before the start of each game. Prior to Cuban’s reversal Affirmative Investments, long ties to the North End to fi nanced or managed 341 proj- after told to do so by the NBA, Anthony White, the Vice and state and city govern- remain in the community,” ects generating investment of President of the Fort Worth Police Offi cers Association ments to provide 23 afford- said East Boston Community more than $2.69 billion in the able, elderly apartments to give Development Corporation Massachusetts economy. These (Continued on Page 9) residents an opportunity to President Albert Caldarelli. projects are estimated to create remain in the neighborhood,” Affi rmative Investments, Inc. or support 10,871 jobs and build said John Pagliuca, Grand partners with mission-driven or preserve 1,787 housing units.

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Democrats Intent on Using Pandemic to Permanently Change Elections VIRGINES VESTALES Massachusetts Republican Party Chairman Jim Lyons on (The Best Little Virgins in Old Rome) Wednesday, February 10th blasted legislation fi led by Democrats that seeks to make universal mail-in voting a permanent fi xture in Massachusetts, a system he pointed out that “half the country doesn’t trust.” “The Democrats are trying to use the COVID-19 pandemic as an excuse to permanently change how we vote,” Lyons said, ref- erencing the so-called VOTES (Act fostering voting opportunities, trust, equity, and security) Act, a proposal that calls for same-day voter registration, two weeks’ worth of early voting, and no-fault vote-by-mail. Proposals outline in the legislation are backed by Secretary of the Commonwealth William Galvin, among other Democrats. “Just this past year, we saw thousands of ballots mailed to residents who had long since changed addresses, and mean- while Secretary Galvin has so far refused to even acknowledge a request made by Republicans to hold a review of the last election’s strengths and weaknesses, and instead he and the rest of the Democrats want to make mail-in voting permanent,” Lyons added. Lyons pointed to concerns voiced by several town clerks regard- ing the lack of signature verifi cation systems and references photos that surfaced ahead of the 2020 election of reams of ballots sitting unattended outside several Massachusetts town halls. “Voters deserve a free, fair, and secure election process,” Lyons said. “When half the country doesn’t trust that process, Democrats should fi nd out why before trying to make it permanent.” He also singled out language in the VOTES Act stipulating bal- lot signature comparison inspections “except if a family member signed the application … or if the voter received assistance in signing the application or the envelope.” “That line about ‘voter assistance’ is classic Democrat Party- Early 18th-century depiction of the dedication of a Vestal, by Alessandro Marchesini speak for ballot harvesting,” Lyons said, referencing the controver- sial practice of allowing third parties to collect and deliver ballots. “Voters need to feel assured that their vote counts, and proposals Nothing in Rome is said to be the king’s daughters is trace- one whom they escorted was like these only serve to sow more doubt and division.” more ancient than the institu- able to their position of honor also protected from assault. The proposal for permanent mail-in voting may not even be tion of a maiden priesthood. As in the Roman State. They have Meeting them by chance in constitutional. Shira Schoenberg, a reporter for CommonWealth was mentioned in a previous been compared to the nuns of the street also saved a crimi- magazine notes, “The Massachusetts Constitution explicitly says issue, the worship of Vesta goes the Roman Catholic Church, nal who was being led away to the Legislature can authorize absentee voting for just three rea- back to the time when it was and the Atrium Vestae has been punishment. sons: if someone is out of town, physically disabled, or cannot vote diffi cult but necessary to obtain called their convent. There was NEXT WEEK: on Election Day due to a religious belief.” fi re. The sacred fi re, the source a close resemblance in their Virgines Vestales (continued) of all Roman life and power, was vow of chastity and the cutting kept alive in an edifi ce known of their hair. as the Temple of Vesta. It was They were dressed entirely in LEGAL NOTICE constantly tended by a group white, with a coronet shaped Commonwealth of Massachusetts of virgin priestesses that were headband (infula), ornamented The Trial Court known as the Vestals. with ribbons (vittae) suspended Probate and Family Court At Rome, their number started from it, and also a white veil or Middlesex Probate and Family Court at four, but was increased to hood (suffi bulum) made from a 208 Cambridge Street Cambridge, MA 02141 six about the time of the early piece of white woolen cloth with (617) 768-5800 Itali-EchoɈ with Viviana Dragani Republic. During primitive a purple border. Docket No. MI21P0352EA times, the possession of fire It is here that the resemblance Estate of WNTN1550 AM RADIO was the greatest gain that man ended, for instead of poverty and JANICE E. SILINSKY had yet made, and to lose it was obedience, the Vestals enjoyed Date of Death: January 06, 2021 the greatest misfortune for the great independence and luxury. CITATION ON PETITION FOR Streaming community. The chief, or the They were exempt from the com- FORMAL ADJUDICATION so-called king, fulfi lled a most mon law, and not even subject To all interested persons: www.wntn1550am.com important duty towards his to the censor’s authority. They A Petition for Formal Adjudication of Intestacy and Appointment of Personal MONDAY-FRIDAY people by keeping a fi re always enjoyed a most conspicuous Representative has been fi led by William W. burning, from which they could freedom, having the right to Silinsky, III of Malden, MA requesting that the 12:00 PM- 2:00 PM Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for at any moment kindle their “hold property and to make a such other relief as requested in the Petition. own. Nothing could be more will. These rights alone exceeded The Petitioner requests that William W. natural than for the chief’s those of the average females Silinsky, III of Malden, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to unmarried daughters to be of the times. The Vestals also serve Without Surety on the bond in unsuper- placed in charge of this precious enjoyed great political impor- vised administration. hearth, under the protection of tance, often interposing to save IMPORTANT NOTICE Vesta, the goddess of fi re. a life, to restore harmony at crit- You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. The number of Vestals cor- ical moments, or even to carry You have a right to object to this proceeding. responds to the idea that they out the provisions of important To do so, you or your attorney must fi le a were originally the daughters of wills. Death was the penalty written appearance and objection at this Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of one family, and that they were for injuring them, and any- March 05, 2021. This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- line by which you must fi le a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. 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Boston, MA 02113 Beloved wife of the late Dolores was a long-time USPS 1538 – Second-Class Postage paid at Boston, MA Salvatore LaMattina. employee of the City of POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Devoted mother of Salvatore Boston, working the front POST-GAZETTE - P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 LaMattina and his wife Lisa of desks of the Paris Street Gym East Boston, Robert LaMattina and Pool for many years. She James V. Donnaruma Caesar L. Donnaruma Phyllis F. Donnaruma 1896 to 1953 1953 to 1971 1971 to 1990 of New Hampshire, David was adored by members and LaMattina of New Hampshire, staff for her warmth, humor, Vol. 125 - No. 8 Friday, February 19, 2021 and John LaMattina of East and generosity. She enjoyed Boston. spending time with her family, OUR POLICY: To help preserve the ideals and sacred traditions Dear sister of Mary Roach and brought them together for of this our adopted country the United States of America: and the late Sue DiRosa and Sunday dinner at her home To revere its laws and inspire others to respect and obey Joseph, Angelo, Richard, every week. She was so proud them: To strive unceasingly to quicken the public’s sense of David, Salvatore, Anthony, Peter, and Sylvester of “her boys,” and she shared that same pride with civic duty: In all ways to aid in making this country greater DeRuosi. her grandchildren. She will be missed by all. and better than we found it. Cherished grandmother of Robert, Lauren, Liana, In lieu of fl owers, memorial donations may be Domenic, Bella, and Maximo. made to Salesian Boys and Girls Club, 150 Byron LETTER TO THE EDITOR Adored great-grandmother of Reggen. Street. East Boston, MA 02128 go to: https://secure. Family and friends honored Dolores’ life by donationpay.org/salesianclub/index.php, or the East gathering at Sacred Heart Church, East Boston Boston Social Centers, 68 Central Square, East Opposition to 25 Atlantic Avenue on Thursday, February 18th for a funeral mass Boston, MA 02128. Development Proposal Dear Editor, We want to explain why we adamantly oppose the current plans to develop Peter D. Cardinale the property for luxury condominiums. The fol- March 22, 1924 ~ February 9, 2021 lowing are some of the reasons why at a recent Peter D. Cardinale, Adored great- meeting of the North End Waterfront Residents’ life-long resident grandfather of Association (NEWRA) members voted 41 to 0 to OPPOSE this and advocate of Vincent, Gianni, project (with 1 abstaining). We shall try to make this letter brief Jeffries Point, East Brody, Alessandra, out of respect for your time. Boston, passed and Brock. 1. The developer owns a neighboring building where he oper- away peacefully Also survived by ates a construction company. He has proposed to develop a surrounded by his many loving nieces 5-story luxury residential building with an elevator exiting onto a roof deck recreational area that stands 8’2” above the roof. loving family on and nephews. 2. Before the developer purchased the property, neighbors Tuesday, February 9, Family and friends from 63 Atlantic Avenue met with him to see if we might try 2021, at age 96. honored Peter’s life to develop the property in a manner that would benefi t the Beloved husband by gathering at the neighborhood. A two-story parking garage that would be of the late Joann (DiStasio) Cardinale. Ruggiero Family Memorial Home, East attractively landscaped and serve the adjoining residents was th proposed. The developer did not like the potential economic Devoted father of Joseph Gaeta of East Boston, on Tuesday, February 16 , and return for the project. Boston, Peter D. Cardinale and wife, Stella, again on Wednesday morning before leaving 3. At a later meeting with the developer, we were told that of East Boston, Craig Cardinale and wife, in procession to Sacred Heart Church, East he had purchased the 25 Atlantic Avenue property without Michelle, of Saugus, Peter Cardinale and Boston, for a funeral Mass celebrating his contingencies for permitting. He showed us plans for a 4-story wife, Patty, of California, and the late Louis life. Services concluded with Peter being laid building. We gave him comments on how his building might Cardinale. to rest with his beloved wife, Joann, at Holy be improved, and we were grateful that he did not seem intent on maximizing every square foot of FAR. We said we would Dear brother of Orazio Cardinale of Cross Cemetery Mausoleum, Malden. work with him. East Boston, and the late Cosmo, Peter was a member of Jeffries Point 4. However, at our next meeting with the developer he showed Bennedetto, Frank, Joseph, Anna, Neighborhood Association. He was a the Trustees of The Prince Building new plans. He had added and Mary. Navy Veteran who served in World another story, so now it was a 5-story building, using up every Cherished grandfather of Louis, War II. Peter and Joann liked to visit square foot of FAR possible. He smiled and said “My bank made me do it.” We asked if he had consulted residents of the Nicholas, Ava, Kellsie, Megan, Piers Park and participated in the neighboring Howe & Bainbridge building, as they would surely Christopher, and Joseph Gaeta. many activities held there. be most affected by the loss of light, air and views. He had not. May they rest in peace 5. The developer is now pushing forward with a building that would stand out as a mediocre monolith of granite and limestone that would cut off views of the classic brick build- ings in the North End for the considerable pedestrian traffi c walking on Atlantic Avenue. It will also obliterate the views of Boston Harbor enjoyed by residents of Howe & Bainbridge on Commercial Street. Its façade would be a cold, dull, uninviting Louis Piccadaci, Jr. wall that would sap vitality, light and views from neighbors and visitors. June 6, 1945 - February 14, 2021 6. The developer has been denied a building permit for his proposed building because he needs the approval of the Board Louis Piccadaci, Jr. of late Gaetano Piccadaci and of Appeal under Section 54-18 of the Boston Zoning Code. This Stoneham, formerly of the his surviving wife Carol of provision prevents a developer who has torn down a building North End, passed away on Randolph. Also survived in existence on June 24, 1985 from constructing a new build- February 14, 2021, at the by many loving nieces and ing with height in excess of that which existed on the site on age of 75. nephews. that date. This provision of the Zoning Code was intended to Born in Boston on Louis was a past member avoid the sins that happened in the West End when developers June 6, 1945 to the late of the Back Bay A Capella destroyed a neighborhood by tearing down historic structures Louis Piccadaci Sr. and Group and a member of the and replacing them with higher (and more profi table) buildings Josephine (Macauda). Sons of Italy in Winchester. in the name of “neighborhood improvements.” The building Devoted father of Christine Louis enjoyed spending time previously on the property was designed by a nationally recog- Pesce and her husband with his family and loved nized architect and was sensitive to the light, air and views of Steven of Wakefi eld, and playing cards and singing. its neighbors. The buildings were approximately 16 feet high. Louis Piccadaci and his He will truly be missed by 7. The developer tore down the old buildings, then paved wife Gilda of Wittmann, AZ. all who knew him. over the property and used it as a parking lot. The city shut it Cherished grandfather of Marissa and Alexa Visitation was held at the Paul Buonfi glio down because he did not have a permit for parking. Pesce. Dear brother of Sandra Cammarata & Sons-Bruno Funeral Home Thursday, 8. Currently there are 6-7 parking spots on Commercial and her late husband John Cammarata Sr. of February 18, 2021, followed by a Graveside Street adjacent to the lot. The proposal shows that there will the North End, Tina Maschiocci and her late Service at St. Michael’s Cemetery 500 husband Anthony of South Boston, and the Canterbury St, Boston. (Continued on Page 10) PAGE 4 POST-GAZETTE, FEBRUARY 19, 2021 L’Anno Bello: A Year in Italian Folklore Hope and Renewal on Our Lenten Journey by Ally Di Censo Symynkywicz THINKING Note: L’Anno Bello is reprinting articles that were written before the Coronavirus pandemic. OUT LOUD Obviously, advice on gatherings and reunions contained within are not applicable to this current time by Sal Giarratani when social distancing (and mask wearing!) is the best practice. Please read these articles as a tes- tament to the joy and love that imbues Italian celebrations — and as suggestions for ways to spend time in the future once this pandemic is fi nally over. It’s All about Power and Control the tapestry of pre-Easter cel- And Always Has Been! ebrations. The most famous As someone who has been “in full censorship mode” as Lenten rule involves the for- reading some great political Loucks points out. It is “ver- bidding of meat on Fridays; as commentary in the American boten” to merely mention voter such, ingenious Italian cooks Statesman for a number of fraud. Look at what happened devised many fi sh and vegetable years, now, I really agree with to Mike Lindell, CEO of My dishes for these days. A visitor Don Loucks and his recent Pillow who lost his platform. to Italy during Lent will notice commentary, “The new propa- Nowadays, one can even be fi red farmers’ markets bursting with ganda is to censor conserva- for talking about any issues fresh fi sh and baccalá (dried tive voices.” So glad I started related to the outcome of the cod), along with the fi rst spring reading this great Austin, 2020 elections. vegetables, from which can Texas daily newspaper years Kudos to Loucks for bringing be crafted a nourishing min- ago. I enjoy reading it when I up the subject of free speech. He estrone. Italians also snack on am on my annual family vaca- is right as he states, “A trium- quaresimali, or almond biscuits, tion down in Austin, and when virate of tyranny has combined which, as the name suggests, I am 1,600-miles away back up to suppress free speech: Big are made especially for Lent. here in Boston I check it out Tech, Big Business, and Big According to the author Helen online. Government. After all, they have Deep inside, we know that purification rituals such as Barolini in her book Festa, a Living in Boston, but really the most to lose — power and spring is coming. Not even prayer, fasting, charity and self- simple and customary Italian loving Austin where part of my control.” layers of snow can disguise refl ection. The timing of Lent is Lenten dessert is pizza frita, family has lived for many years, The longer this pandemic goes the rosy light of a late evening highly symbolic, as it occurs fried dough sprinkled with I love the Blue Dot of Texas — on, the more we see the power of sky or the increasing chatter during a seemingly barren sea- sugar. My mother and grand- the City of Austin, which by the government seeking more ways of birds singing from the bare son in which nature also puri- mother would frequently whip way looks pretty centrist com- to control us in the name of sci- bushes. However, for many of fi es herself after a long winter, up this dessert when I was pared to Boston’s liberalism. ence but, at times, it is merely us, the winter season still reigns emerging ready for the rebirth younger, much to my pleasure, The cancel culture is indeed political science. supreme. The thermometer dips of spring. In order to appreciate though I only recently learned to the low twenties, causing the glory of Easter and spring, of its Lenten connotations. The nights when the air stands so however, we need to embrace people in Italy also celebrate the chill that I want nothing more the seasonal transition with fourth Sunday of Lent as Mezza than to rush home and gulp contemplation and introspec- Quaresima, or mid-Lent. These Commentary down a mug of hot chocolate. tion, an opportunity which Lent festivities mark the halfway Winter’s thick blankets of snow generously affords us. When my point of Lent and honor the will likely remain on the ground father was a child in Italy, Lent, imminent arrival of Easter, and TRUMP GETS for a long time — but even when or la Querisma, functioned as many Italian towns and cities there is no snow, the ground a somber and austere period, hold parties and processions SECOND ACQUITTAL below us still reveals unsightly matching the chill sterility of reminiscent of Carnival. Of by Sal Giarratani patches of dirt and dry grass nature. Though the rules have course, due to the self-refl ection left over from summer. Seasonal relaxed since then, the rite of and sacrifice that accompa- Twice now the Democrats was planned at least days or produce also varies unpredict- purifi cation remains the crux nies Lent, it is important to unsuccessfully tried to impeach more in advance. ably, as the oranges and lem- of Lenten customs in Italy remember that giving is just as former President Donald Trump, If they had been coherent ons of winter peter out before and beyond. This explains the powerful as abstaining. People once as the sitting president and not seemingly vengeful for the tender herbs and peas of popular practice of giving up a in Italy and around the world and once as a private citizen. all things Trump, they could spring can line the supermarket bad habit or an indulgence for commemorate Lent with char- They failed miserably in that have written up better their one shelves. Rather than a herald Lent, a tradition which is not ity and community service, and goal even more so in the second count indictment on the presi- of gloom, however, this lim- mentioned in the Bible but nev- truly there is no better way to Senate trial. dent’s alleged actions following inal period simply represents ertheless fi ts seamlessly with spread the light of spring than This time around one could his speech but they didn’t go nature’s renewal and regenera- the folkloric cleansing rituals by helping others. see clearly this was all about there because they apparently tion for the rapidly approaching of the season. The purpose of When the glitter of Carnival the hatred Democrat leaders didn’t know how to properly spring. Once we understand this Lenten abstinence should and the crumbs of St. Valentine’s in Congress have for Trump write and document their case that nature proceeds to awaken not be deprivation, but rather a Day candies are swept away, and the millions who voted for on the indictment charge. It was from her slumber underneath chance to examine our values the erratic and unfruitful period him. They knew they didn’t just all theatre and face time for all this snow, seasonal periods or priorities and improve our- between winter and spring can have the votes to convict him Democrats. like Lent will make even more selves. This Lent, for example, seem even more barren and in the U.S. Senate, but went Whether Trump runs again sense. The vernal equinox and I gave up my browsing some of cold. However, the journey ahead just to beat him down in 2024 will be up to him. His the joyous celebration of Easter my favorite websites, in order of Lent reminds us that the politically. voters are feeling good right loom closer every day, and just that I may break my smart- promise of Easter and spring, is The case the House managers now with this huge Democrat like the natural world around phone habit and spend more never far away. Just as sprouts made was so fl imsy. In the end defeat. Now all eyes will be on us, we too must purify our mindful time with my family. begin to stir beneath the frost they could not prove that Trump the 2022 mid-term elections beings and examine our con- The promise of Lent, however, and robins fl y back from their incited the riot or so-called and the Republicans could be sciousness before embarking stands in the fact that all of our winter homes, just as buds insurrection because even they poised to take back the House on a springtime adventure. With hard work will be rewarded with nuzzle out of tree branches and were aware that the planning and add members to the U.S. its restorative qualities and a beautiful springtime. After all, melting snow drips down the for the storming of the Capitol Senate term. voyage of discovery, the Lenten the English term for Lent shares street drains, we too can enter a season safely carries us over the same root with the word meditative period of self-exami- into spring. lengthen, referring to the growth nation and inner cleansing. We This year, Lent began on of daylight in the spring sky! can ready ourselves for the joy February 17th, Ash Wednesday. Lent means more than saying that is spring. Lent permits us It covers a 40-day period prior goodbye to your favorite treat, to challenge ourselves, perform Richard Settipane to Easter, the most important though. In Italy, this medita- charitable acts, and observe feast in the Christian calendar. tive time inspired the creation new and exciting traditions of These days serve to prepare of unique folk traditions and the world. With Lent, we honor Insurance Services the faithful for Easter through customs that would come defi ne change and rebirth, darkness and light, and emerge as better Public Insurance Adjuster people into the spring sunshine. AUTO • HOMEOWNERS • TENANTS • COMMERCIAL Ally Di Censo Symynkywicz Mattéo Gallo is a high school history teacher. FOR ALL YOUR INSURANCE NEEDS She appreciates any comments and suggestions about Italian Since 1969 holidays and folklore at Experience makes the difference o Appraisals [email protected]. Sales & Rentals LOW RATES 207A SQUIRE ROAD, REVERE, MA 02151 • DIAMONDS Real Estate ROLEX Near Market Basket ESTATE JEWELRY Tel. 781.284.1100 Fax 781.284.2200 376 North Street • Boston, MA 02113 Bought & Sold (617) 523-2100 • Fax (617) 523-3530 Jewelers Exch. Bldg. — Se habla español — Jim (617) 263-7766 POST-GAZETTE, FEBRUARY 19, 2021 PAGE 5 PHILIP’S SALON Celebrates 60 Years in Business by Sal Giarratani Philip’s Salon celebrated its 60th anniversary and I started chatting with Maria Russo and discovered she has been chat- ting up customers while styling their hair since 1968, fi rst at 34 Charter Street and for the past 14 years at 437 Hanover Street. Alongside her for many, many years has been Doreen Merola, her ace co-worker. These two women have built a great clien- tele list. Many of their “regular” customers have been custom- ers for decades. Maria said her business has become a gen- erational one, too. She’s been styling hair so long. For some folks this place has become a family tradition passed down L-R: Doreen Merola and Maria Russo from grandparents to parents and then to their children. Hey, Hair salons have an unwrit- when you fi nd a good place, you ten rule, what’s discussed in keep it. Philip’s Salon, stays in Philip’s It all began with Maria’s dad, Salon, like going to the doctor’s Filipo Guarino who was a hair- or maybe confession. dresser in Mirabella, a small Jumpstart to today, it has town in southern Italy. For been 14 years (2006) since many years, he took his craft Maria moved to Hanover Street to Buenos Aires before immi- on the main drag of the North grating to the United States in End, and customers keep com- 1957, and soon set up shop ing back over and over again, on Prince Street and fi nally 34 as they did on 34 Charter Street Charter Street. From the age of and before that since 1961. 13, she helped around the shop, Maria even knows many of sweeping, shampooing clients, her father’s longtime customers NORTH END AGAINST DRUGS and removing curlers from their who are still clients and friends hair. At 30 years old when her today, like Marylyn Reppuci, father retired, she gave up her Vivian Tirella, Anna Melillo, and dream of going to art school to Filipo Guarino Vinnie DeLeo who is the oldest run the salon. hair appointments and helping and longest client. Doreen, a longtime stylist who Maria’s father by washing hair You know what they say has worked side-by-side with brushes, and adds the salon’s about a good hair stylist, once North Enders have all been so Maria for decades now, says success is attributed to the you fi nd one you keep that styl- strong and creative throughout she still remembers at age seven familial atmosphere and clients ist, like having a good doctor or the past year. Let’s support our accompanying her mother to feel at home and share stories. auto mechanic. children in celebrating their amazing efforts. Please ask your child to create a work of art, such as a drawing, paint- Garibaldi-Meucci Museum Virtual Tour ing, poem, or story, illustrating an activity that your family has The Garibaldi-Meucci done together during the pan- Museum … an Italian American demic. All participating families will be entered into a raffl e for a Cultural Heritage Center is chance to receive a gift card supporting a local business. located at 420 Tompkins Rather than identifying winners, we are hoping to display the Avenue, Staten Island, NY art in the neighborhood for North Enders to enjoy. 10305. Please leave your entry at the Nazzaro Center by Thursday, February 25th. Be sure to have your child’s name, age, and #NEAD visible on the project. If you have any questions, or if you have any diffi culty in sub- LEGAL NOTICE mitting the entry in person, please contact Ann Fitzgerald at annbfi [email protected] or 781-858-6519. Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court It’s All About Family Middlesex Division Antonio Meucci — The true inventor of the telephone Middlesex Probate and Family Court North With travel restricted to many The GMM is a national Italian- Lowell Justice Center 370 Jackson Street, 5th Floor places, and many things still American Cultural Heritage Lowell, MA 01852 shuttered to the public, there is Museum whose purpose is to (978) 656-7700 still an opportunity to “get out” collect, hold, own, maintain, Docket No. MI21P0534EA Real Estate Sales & Rentals to explore a bit of our Italian preserve, and exhibit historical Estate of culture and heritage. This is objects and artifacts relating to NORMAN T. CAMPANARO Servicing Boston for Twenty Years afforded through on-line videos the lives of General Giuseppe Date of Death: November 06, 2020 offered by The Garibaldi-Meucci Garibaldi and Antonio Meucci; INFORMAL PROBATE Sign Up Now Museum (GMM) located in promote an understanding PUBLICATION NOTICE We’ll List Your To all persons interested in the above cap- Staaten Island, New York. The of Italian-American heritage tioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner John Home for 3 Percent GMM is the historic home of the and a positive image of Italian- Nicholas Campanaro of Whitinsville, MA, true inventor of the telephone, Americans; and conduct educa- Petitioner Michael Timothy Campanaro of 3% Bellingham, MA a Will has been admitted to Antonio Meucci, and the unifi er tional, cultural, and artistic pro- informal probate. of Italy and legendary hero of gramming designed to eliminate John Nicholas Campanaro of Whitinsville, two worlds, Giuseppe Garibaldi. ethnic and racial prejudice for a MA, Michael Timothy Campanaro of Bellingham, MA has been informally appointed as the Per- Online (www.garibaldimeucci diverse and growing audience. sonal Representative of the estate to serve museum.com) you can take a If you would like to know more without surety on the bond. virtual tour of the museum, about the Museum, its programs The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Represen- read about the home itself, offered to members, receive its tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- and read stories about General newsletter, or become a mem- bate Code without supervision by the Court. Giuseppe Garibaldi and Antonio ber, please visit the Museum’s Inventory and accounts are not required to be fi led with the Court, but interested parties are Meucci, both in English and website at www.garibaldimeucci entitled to notice regarding the administration Italian. Also, each week, usually museum.com. from the Personal Representative and can Join our growing list of Landlords, Investors, Tenants on Wednesday, there is a short Meanwhile, “let yourself out” petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and and Buyers of Boston real estate...We specialize in video entitled “A Few Minutes at and enjoy “A Few Minutes at expenses of administration. Interested parties Tenant-Landlord relations and our sales reach the North Meucci’s”, in which an artifact, Meucci’s.” are entitled to petition the Court to institute End to East Boston, Winthrop, Revere and all points North. Italian custom, Italian tradition A VIRTUAL TOUR THROUGH formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- minating or restricting the powers of Personal or an interesting part of the THE GARIBALDI-MEUCCI Representatives appointed under informal pro- museum structure is discussed. MUSEUM WHICH STORES cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. 617•201•1800 There is no charge for these on- A PRECIOUS PIECE OF OUR 343 Chelsea Street in Day Square, East Boston line visits. ITALIAN HERITAGE. Run date: 02/19/2021 PAGE 6 POST-GAZETTE, FEBRUARY 19, 2021 Mrs. Murphy . . . As I See It Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles The Banana to 40 percent for restaurant, Boat in Revere stores, and museums … Say Encouraging Customers to has closed per- goodbye to Friendly’s Ice Cream. manently. The The 130 remaining Friendly’s Banana Boat location name have been sold Renew Expired Inspection Stickers was founded in 1977 by Tony to BRIX Holdings. The new own- Over 584,000 Active MA Vehicle Registrations Currently and Ann Schena along with ers hope to revive the business Bobby and Maureen Fanara as and plan to keep all locations, In Need of Annual Emissions and Safety Inspections an investment property when and add new food choices and Law enforcement currently encouraged to use their discretion and help they heard there was a pos- ice cream fl avors to the menu sibility a casino was coming …. Joe Biden isn’t in offi ce a remind and not cite expired drivers whenever possible to the beach. When that didn’t month and gas is creeping up, happen, Ann and her husband and roads are getting crowded. 1,800 local inspection stations conducting business in accordance with Tony decided to hang onto the God only knows how many ille- public health guidelines and safety protocols; station locater available at property and open an ice cream gals’ have been allowed into this https://www.mavehiclecheck.com/apps/station-locator shop. The business enjoyed 43 country that we are supporting years of success … Numbers while we bust our humps, they The Massachusetts Registry business partners to remind “You’re safe with us,” said New are decreasing in East Boston work for cash, pay no taxes, and of Motor Vehicles (RMV) is customers of this time-sensitive England Service Station and with the COVID-19 virus. The refuse to learn English. GREAT ramping up customer com- requirement. While driving any Automotive Repair Association average number of tests each COUNTRY! ... On February munication efforts to encour- motor vehicle without a valid President Edgard Fayad. “The day was about 375, also down. 7th, Revere Police reported a age anyone driving one of over inspection sticker is a traffi c COVID-19 (coronavirus) pan- However, 2,154 Eastie resi- shooting, a shooting incident, 584,000 registered vehicles violation that may result in demic has been dynamic and dents were tested for the virus and two house fi res. WOW! ... with an expired Massachusetts’ a fine and impact individual intense for all of us in the past last week and 7.8 percent were Pharmacies and grocers grapple inspection sticker on their vehi- insurance rates, the RMV is year. Our inspection stations positive, a 17 percent decrease with whether their employees or cle’s front windshield to make a asking law enforcement to use have implemented thorough from the 9.4 that tested positive the public should get the fi rst plan to get their annual inspec- their discretion at this time and safety measures designed to two weeks ago … Residents feel dibs on unused shots as they tion and update their sticker as help remind and not cite those reduce the risk of COVID-19 for Revere Beach has become just start to offer appointments. soon as possible. All vehicles with expired stickers it’s time both our staff and customers another street in Revere with Customers and workers are registered in Massachusetts to renew. including clear signs to adhere all the new condo construction wondering what happens to must pass a yearly vehicle emis- “The emissions and safety to social distancing, increased losing its ambience of the water extra doses left un-used at day’s sions and safety inspection, also inspection ensures motor vehi- cleanliness and hygiene prac- to rows of condos … States are end, and who might get access known as the Massachusetts cles operating in Massachusetts tices, monitoring customer looking to help their vulnerable to one! ... How much more is the Vehicle Check Program, which are safe, properly maintained, access to waiting areas, and communities as vaccine distri- tax payer expected to endure is essential to the safety of the and not emitting excess air masks required at all times. bution ramps up. Though coro- in impeachment costs against Commonwealth’s environment pollutants in our communities, From the start of this pandemic, navirus vaccines being admin- former President Donald Trump and roadways. which will improve air qual- gas and service stations have isted is not as President Joe to insure that Trump will never At the outset of the COVID- ity for us all,” said MassDEP been considered essential and Biden hoped for, 1.5 million per run again. Many, many believe 19 pandemic, some exten- Commissioner Martin Suuberg. we continue to be committed to day, the U.S. has gotten closer, Trump did not encourage the sions were granted to annual “MassDEP, along with our helping the families and com- having averaged 1.3 million riots on the State Capitol, it’s inspection stickers expiring program partners, encourages munities we serve stay safe.” new shots a day … Starting last like saying he started the riots between March and May of Massachusetts residents to RMV records show that approx- week Governor Baker lifted the with Black Lives Matter. PUT 2020, however those exten- renew their stickers to ensure imately 584,000 active vehicle 25 percent capacity restriction THE BLAME ON TRUMP FOR sions have since expired and no that their vehicle emission sys- registrations in Massachusetts EVERYTHING! ... Till Next Time! further extensions are planned. tems are inspected yearly.” currently have an expired LEGAL NOTICE There are 1,800 local inspec- “The Massachusetts State inspection sticker. An email LEGAL NOTICE tion stations, many of whom Police and local law enforce- reminder will be sent to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts are small businesses, across ment are aware of the diffi culties 437,000 individuals with an The Trial Court Commonwealth of Massachusetts Massachusetts that are open of prompt vehicle inspection address on file. Other com- Probate and Family Court The Trial Court for business and conducting renewal caused by the pan- munication efforts will include Middlesex Division Probate and Family Court inspections in accordance with demic and agree that a reminder social media outreach, remind- Middlesex Probate and Family Court North Middlesex Division Lowell Justice Center Middlesex Probate and Family Court South state public health guidelines may be an effective temporary ers to RMV business part- 370 Jackson Street, 5th Floor 10-U Commerce Way and safety protocols. Customers alternative to a citation dur- ners and law enforcement, and Lowell, MA 01852 Woburn, MA 01801 are encouraged to visit the ing this current period,” said buck-slip reminders will be (978) 656-7700 (781) 865-4000 Inspection Station Locator to Massachusetts State Police included in registration mail- Docket No. MI21P0309EA Docket No. MI21P0420EA fi nd a location near them and (MSP) Colonel Chris Mason. ings to encourage customers Estate of Estate of ANTONIO PALMIERI JOSEPH C. FAHERTY plan their trip to update their “We encourage individuals to to “Check Ya Stickah” and take Date of Death: September 29, 2020 Also Known As sticker. proactively check the current appropriate steps as needed. JOE FAHERTY INFORMAL PROBATE “Annual motor vehicle inspec- status of their motor vehicle For the latest RMV updates PUBLICATION NOTICE Date of Death: December 16, 2020 tions are an integral part of inspection stickers, and not and information, follow the To all persons interested in the above INFORMAL PROBATE helping ensure that vehicles wait to schedule a safety inspec- RMV on Twitter @MassRMV. captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner PUBLICATION NOTICE travelling on roadways across tion, if warranted,” said Chelsea For additional informa- Raffaella Agostino of Sherborn, MA, Peti- To all persons interested in the above cap- the Commonwealth are deemed Chief of Police and President of tion on RMV service offer- tioner Genoveffa Grieci of Framingham, MA tioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Cathy a Will has been admitted to informal probate. Bryant of Woburn, MA, a Will has been safe and not releasing danger- the Massachusetts Major City ings during the COVID-19 Raffaella Agostino of Sherborn, MA, admitted to informal probate. ous emissions that can be Chiefs of Police Association pandemic, please visit www. Genoveffa Grieci of Framingham, MA has Cathy Bryant of Woburn, MA has been harmful to individuals and Brian Kyes. mass.gov/rmv or https:// been informally appointed as the Personal informally appointed as the Personal Repre- Representative of the estate to serve without sentative of the estate to serve without surety the environment,” said Acting www.mass.gov/info-details/ surety on the bond. on the bond. Secretary of Transportation rmv-covid-19-information. The estate is being administered under The estate is being administered under and CEO Jamey Tesler. “We informal procedure by the Personal Represen- informal procedure by the Personal Represen- LEGAL NOTICE tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- are thankful for all of the work tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- Commonwealth of Massachusetts bate Code without supervision by the Court. bate Code without supervision by the Court. and collaborative efforts that The Trial Court LEGAL NOTICE Inventory and accounts are not required to be Inventory and accounts are not required to be are currently underway with fi led with the Court, but interested parties are fi led with the Court, but interested parties are Probate and Family Court entitled to notice regarding the administration entitled to notice regarding the administration the Massachusetts Department Suffolk Division Commonwealth of Massachusetts from the Personal Representative and can from the Personal Representative and can of Environmental Protection, Suffolk Probate and Family Court The Trial Court petition the Court in any matter relating to the Probate and Family Court petition the Court in any matter relating to the Massachusetts State Police, 24 New Chardon Street estate, including distribution of assets and estate, including distribution of assets and Boston, MA 02114 Middlesex Probate and Family Court expenses of administration. Interested parties expenses of administration. Interested parties local law enforcement, and key (617) 788-8300 208 Cambridge Street are entitled to petition the Court to institute are entitled to petition the Court to institute businesses partners and stake- Docket No. SU20P2022EA Cambridge, MA 02141 formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- (617) 768-5800 minating or restricting the powers of Personal minating or restricting the powers of Personal holders to remind customers Estate of Representatives appointed under informal pro- Representatives appointed under informal pro- with expired inspection stickers WESLEY MARVIN THOMAS Docket No. MI20P5766EA cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, to have their vehicles inspected Also Known As Estate of can be obtained from the Petitioner. WESLEY THOMAS can be obtained from the Petitioner. as soon as possible.” SYLVIA HENDERSON SKINNER Run date: 02/19/2021 Run date: 02/19/2021 Date of Death: February 14, 2020 Also Known As “The RMV encourages any INFORMAL PROBATE SYLVIA H. SKINNER customer with an expired PUBLICATION NOTICE Date of Death: October 13, 2020 inspection sticker to make a To all persons interested in the above LETTERS OF AUTHORITY FOR plan to get their inspection and captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Traci Thomas of Pittsburgh, PA. To: sticker updated,” said Acting Traci Thomas of Pittsburgh, PA has been Jonathan S. Skinner Registrar of Motor Vehicles informally appointed as the Personal Repre- 16 Conant Road sentative of the estate to serve without surety Colleen Ogilvie. “Resources Hanover, NH 03755 on the bond. are readily available to help The estate is being administered under You have been appointed and qualifi ed customers locate a convenient informal procedure by the Personal Representa- as Personal Representative in Unsupervised inspection station and guide tive under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate administration of this estate on December 29, Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory 2020. them through the inspection and accounts are not required to be fi led with These letters are proof of your authority to process, following all safety and the Court, but interested parties are entitled act pursuant to G. L. c. 190B, except for the social distancing protocols to to notice regarding the administration from following restrictions if any: keep customers and inspection the Personal Representative and can petition CERTIFICATION the Court in any matter relating to the estate, I certify that it appears by the records of station staff safe.” including distribution of assets and expenses of this Court that said appointment remains in full The RMV is teaming up with administration. Interested parties are entitled to force and effect. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF I the Massachusetts Department petition the Court to institute formal proceedings have hereunto set my hand and affi xed the seal and to obtain orders terminating or restrict- of said Court. of Environmental Protection ing the powers of Personal Representatives %CPVGTDWT[5VTGGV$QUVQP/# Date: January 22, 2021 RRH (MassDEP), Massachusetts appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate KPHQ"UVOKEJCGNEGOGVGT[EQOYYYUVOKEJCGNEGOGVGT[EQO State Police (MSP), local from the Petitioner. law enforcement, and other Run date: 02/19/2021 Run date: 02/19/2021 POST-GAZETTE, FEBRUARY 19, 2021 PAGE 7 Blessed Alexandrina Maria da Costa by Bennett Molinari and Richard Molinari

Alexandrina was born on experiencing each Friday the March 30, 1904, in Balazar, pains of Christ on the Cross. a rural parish of Póvoa de She remained bed-ridden for Varzim, Portugal. Her father about 30 years. FullIn-CountryRepresentationfor abandoned the family when she According to her Vatican biog- was very young leaving the fam- raphy, from March 1942, for USResidentsThroughoutboththe ily impoverished. Alexandrina about 13 years until her death, never had more than eighteen she received no food except for ItalianLegalandFinancialSystems months schooling before being the Holy Eucharist, and her sent to work on a farm at the weight dropped to about 73 AcrossAll20Regions. age of nine. In her teens she pounds. She was examined started to work in Balazar as by medical doctors, with no Based in Rome, for over 25 years a seamstress along with her conclusion. sister. Alexandrina requested for Mr. Girardi and his firm has been In March 1918, when she was her tombstone these words: providing both legal and financial fourteen an incident changed “Sinners, how much I want to her life. Her former employer tell you ... Do not risk losing representation, throughout all 20 along with two other men Alexandrina asked the Blessed Jesus for all eternity, for he regions of Italy, to US residents. tried to break into her room. Mother for the grace of a cure. is so good. Enough with sin. To escape them, Alexandrina At the age of twenty-one, Love Jesus, love Him!” On -ƐƚĂƚĞWƌŽďĂƚĞͲ/ŶŚĞƌŝƚĂŶĐĞͲdĂdžĞƐΘdƌƵƐƚƐ jumped 13 feet down from a she became totally paralyzed October 13, 1955, before window, barely surviving. Her and permanently bedridden. breathing her last, Alexandrina -WŽǁĞƌŽĨƚƚŽƌŶĞLJͲ/ƚĂůŝĂŶĂŶŬĐĐŽƵŶƚƐ spine was broken from the Alexandrina accepted this affl ic- declared, “I am happy, because -ZĞĂůƐƚĂƚĞdƌĂŶƐĂĐƚŝŽŶƐͲ&ĂŵŝůLJ^ƵĐĐĞƐƐŝŽŶ fall. Until age 19, Alexandrina tion as God’s will for her and I am going to heaven.” -ƵĂůh^Ͳ/ƚĂůŝĂŶŝƚŝnjĞŶƐŚŝƉ was still able to “drag herself” an opportunity to offer herself She was Beatifi ed April 25, to church where, she would totally as a “victim soul” for the 2004, by Pope John Paul II. remain in prayer, to the great conversion of sinners. For a The Feast Day of Blessed Complete 100% fluency in English. amazement of the parishio- period of three and a half years, Alexandrina Maria da Costa is ZOOM callavailability. ners. During the early years, she received the mystical gift of October 13th. Full time US-based Senior Business Manager. Introducing a new book by Bennett Molinari and Richard Molinari, No obligation telephone consultations. Fixed lifelong residents of the North End, entitled: cost “total fee” engagement pricing. KhZt^/d Four Women “Quattro Donne” ǁǁǁ͘ŝƚĂůLJůĂǁLJĞƌĨŽƌĂŵĞƌŝĐĂŶƐ͘ĐŽŵdescribes subtitle, A North End Love Story all the services our firm provides, orcall In the next few weeks this column will feature excerpts from this book. ϲϭϬ͘ϱϮϱ͘ϯϲϯϰ to speak with our East Coast based US Business Manager. CHAPTER 41 Pietro would be Friday morn- The Clam Bake ing. Grandma and Mom could (continued) take him for a walk around the It was about 4 o’clock in the neighborhood and inform him, LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE afternoon, the men were out on his parents know everything, the fl ats digging for quahogs, and unless they can be assured, Commonwealth of Massachusetts NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE while the women were in the all is well, and there is nothing The Trial Court Notice is hereby given by Todisco Probate and Family Court kitchen preparing food for the serious going on between him Services, Inc., of 171 Boston Street, Middlesex Probate and Family Court Salem, MA pursuant to the provisions evening’s clambake. and Carla, they will be coming 208 Cambridge Street of Mass G.L. c. 255, Section 39A, that Auntie Angie decided to let to America. Cambridge, MA 02141 they will sell the following vehicles on lose the bomb. She motioned to Four Women “Quattro Donne” (617) 768-5800 or after March 6, 2021 beginning at Docket No. MI21P0546EA 9:00 a.m. by public or private sale to Grandma to take a seat at the A North End Love Story, is avail- satisfy their garage keepers lien for table. Mom immediately knew able at R. Del Gaudio Gift Shop, Estate of towing, storage, and notices of sale. NATALIE GILLINGHAM something was in the wind. 17 North Square North End 2008 CHEVROLET MALIBU Date of Death: December 18, 2020 “Angie, what’s going on? Mama (617-227-5915), adjoining Paul Vin # 1G1ZG57B38F173715 CITATION ON PETITION FOR 2004 HONDA CIVIC never sits while we’re prepar- Revere House; Post-Gazette; FORMAL ADJUDICATION ing food.” “Carmela, sit beside Saint Francis Book Store and Vin # 1HGEM22924L053502 To all interested persons: 2009 GMC ACADIA Mama, Stella stop cooking and Gift Shop at Saint Leonard A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with Vin # 1GKEV23DX9J181511 Appointment of Personal Representative sit at the table for a couple of Peace Garden; lulu.com; moli- 2005 TOYOTA SCION tC minutes. I have something to naridesign.net; Amazon.com; has been fi led by Philip G. Gillingham of recognizing big trouble was Chelmsford, MA requesting that the Court Vin # JTKDE177950056336 tell you.” When everyone was on the way, piped up, “Angie, and Barnes and Noble.com. enter a formal Decree and Order and for such Vehicles are being stored at multiple Todisco seated, Auntie Angie pulled up you’ve got to be kidding. How Bookshop.org; Barbara’s other relief as requested in the Petition. Services, Inc. locations, and may be viewed Bestsellers, South Station (857- The Petitioner requests that Philip G. by appointment only. a chair and placed her knee on do they know?” Auntie Angie Gillingham of Chelmsford, MA be appointed it, assuming her classic pose, still annoyed over the fact that 263-8737); Greetings from as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to Signed this time telegraphing, “I have Grandma dropped the bomb Boston, Faneuil Hall. serve Without Surety on the bond in unsuper- Todisco Services, Inc. something important to say.” and she didn’t, angrily shot vised administration. Run dates: 02/19, 02/26, 03/05/2021 Auntie Stella, reading her sis- back, “Carmela, don’t act fool- IMPORTANT NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the ter’s body language, looked up ish. How do I know the way they Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. at the ceiling and exclaimed, found out? What’s important is Commonwealth of Massachusetts You have a right to object to this proceeding. “Oh boy, here comes trouble.” they know everything. It must The Trial Court To do so, you or your attorney must fi le a ATTENTION Probate and Family Court written appearance and objection at this Auntie Stella’s remark was have been some big mouth Middlesex Division Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of expected by Auntie Angie, so from the North End who tele- March 12, 2021. ATTORNEYS Middlesex Probate and Family Court This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- she remained quiet, deter- phoned them.” Auntie Stella, 208 Cambridge Street line by which you must fi le a written mined to drop her bomb with not wanting to be kept out of Cambridge, MA 02141 appearance and objection if you object to The POST-GAZETTE its greatest effect. Looking at the conversation, chimed in, (617) 768-5800 this proceeding. If you fail to fi le a timely Docket No. MI21P0536EA written appearance and objection followed newspaper is a paper Mom with her mouth slightly “Mama, you better call them or by an affi davit of objections within thirty twisted, the bomb dropped. else they will come to America, Estate of RICHARD W. MELANSON (30) days of the return day, action may be of general circulation. “Your aunt and uncle know taken without further notice to you. and there really will be trouble. Date of Death: November 27, 2020 everything about Pietro and If the big shots in Italy think UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION We are qualifi ed to INFORMAL PROBATE UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM Carla.” “Which aunt and uncle?” they’re going to cause trouble PUBLICATION NOTICE PROBATE CODE (MUPC) accept legal notices Mom questioned, somewhat with us, because of what’s To all persons interested in the above A Personal Representative appointed apprehensively. Auntie Angie, going on between Pietro and captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner under the MUPC in an unsupervised admin- from any court in each Jeanne Melanson of Billerica, MA, a Will has istration is not required to fi le an inventory once again said, “Your aunt and Carla, they’re crazy.” Grandma been admitted to informal probate. or annual accounts with the Court. Persons town that we serve. uncle know everything.” Auntie responded, “We need to speak Jeanne Melanson of Billerica, MA has interested in the estate are entitled to notice Stella, thoroughly exasperated, to Pietro, but the time has to be been informally appointed as the Personal regarding the administration directly from Representative of the estate to serve without the Personal Representative and may peti- LEGAL NOTICES shouted out, “She always does right. We need to let him know surety on the bond. tion the Court in any matter relating to the this! Whenever she has a bomb his parents have found out The estate is being administered under estate, including the distribution of assets to drop, she acts this way!” informal procedure by the Personal Represen- and expenses of administration. For information on placing what’s going on between him tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- Witness, HON. MAUREEN H. MONKS, Auntie Angie returned her clas- and Carla. When we return to bate Code without supervision by the Court. a Legal Notice in the First Justice of this Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be sic remark, “Stella shut up and Boston, I will send a telegram to Date: February 12, 2021 ſNGFYKVJVJG%QWTVDWVKPVGTGUVGFRCTVKGUCTG POST-GAZETTE, please let me talk.” Grandma, exercis- Gerardo and Velia to calm them. entitled to notice regarding the administration Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate ing her authority, stepped in The worse thing we can do is to from the Personal Representative and can Run date: 02/19/2021 call (617) 227-8929; and continued, “Gerardo and remain silent. When I write the petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and or mail notice to: Velia know everything about telegram, I want all my daugh- expenses of administration. Interested parties Pietro and Carla, and it’s a scan- ters around me.” Auntie Angie, are entitled to petition the Court to institute Small Ads POST-GAZETTE dal in their eyes.” If anyone was still smarting from the fact she formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- minating or restricting the powers of Personal P.O. BOX 135 going to drop one of the biggest didn’t drop the bomb, approved, Representatives appointed under informal pro- Get Big Results bombs of the decade, Grandma and the four women, after talk- cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, BOSTON, MA 02113 For more information, was determined it would be her, ing it over for a while agreed, can be obtained from the Petitioner. call 617-227-8929. Attn: Legal Notices aggravating Auntie Angie. Mom the best time to speak with Run date: 02/19/2021 PAGE 8 POST-GAZETTE, FEBRUARY 19, 2021

The time has come, the walrus said, TO TALK OF MANY THINGS of shoes and ships and sealing wax of cabbages and kings by Sal Giarratani PRESIDENT BIDEN HAS MARY WILSON PASSE making little sense lately. Take JOHN HUGHES 5-MOVIE wishes are fulfi lled, a life-chang- BEEN ON A MARATHON AT 76 ON FEBRUARY 8TH his idea that Pubs will open up COLLECTION (5-Blu-ray) ing romantic odyssey awaits, EXECUTIVE ORDER The legendary Mary Wilson, again in April if the COVID-19 Paramount Home Ent. after meeting fl ight attendant, SIGNING SPREE co-founder of The Supremes numbers allow it. However, Five essential classics are Claire (Kirsten Dunst), she’s We can’t say it’s true or not, along with Diana Ross, helped if they do reopen there is one in the John Hughes 5-Movie beautiful, unstoppably posi- but the rumors are fl ying that defi ne the Motown sound in the stipulation. No beer or alcohol Collection. Pretty In Pink; cel- tive, and just the gal to guide during one of the sessions ’60s. Wilson, along with Ross allowed. Huh? What sense does ebrates its 35th Anniversary, Drew on his journey back Biden’s aide asked him what and Florence Ballard were in that make. A pub without beer starring Molly Ringwald and home and to teach him what it he wanted for lunch and placed their teens in 1961, when Berry is like a zoo without animals or Andrew McCarthy. Andie means to live and love along the a menu in front of him. Biden Gordy signed them to his new a supermarket without food. (Ringwald) is a high school girl way. Elizabethtown, a heartfelt allegedly signed the menu. record company. Within three It is illogical. You can go to from the other side of town. romance, is on Blu-ray, and True or not, the vision is very years’ time, they had their fi rst your favorite pub with your Blane (McCarthy) is the wealthy available for the fi rst time in close to how many Americans Number 1 song, “Where Did Our friends for a drink ... of water, heartthrob who asks her to the this limited edition release, view the new President. Love Go.” After that, it was hit soda, milk, coffee, maybe cough prom, resulting in the painful that boasts a fantastic rock ‘n’ THE PRICE AT THE PUMP after hit, after hit. Ed Sullivan medicine and castor oil, but, reality of peer pressure. Ferris roll soundtrack. Also starring Don’t know about you but had them on his Sunday night order a pint of ale and you go Bueller’s Day Off also celebrates Susan Sarandon, Alec Baldwin, prices for gasoline are all over show endlessly. They had 12 into quarantine immediately. its 35th Anniversary, Matthew Judy Freer, and Jessica Biel. the place. Over in Dorchester Number 1 hits in all. The group Has the world gone mad? Broderick stars as a delight- THE STATE OF TEXAS at Neponset Circle, I am just was inducted into the Rock & fully charming high school VS. MELISSA: amazed. Two gas stations near Roll Hal of Fame in 1988. LEGAL NOTICE student who, with his girlfriend SPECIAL EDITION (Blu-ray) Florian Hall are selling 87 THIS PAST SATURDAY ... Sloane (Mia Sara) and best bud Filmrise octane for $2.75 and $2.79 WMEX Boston 1510AM did a NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Cameron (Alan Ruck), ditches Her name is Melissa Lucio. respectively, BUT right in the tribute to Mary Wilson, a great Notice is hereby given by Todisco Circle by the ramp to 93 North, special with interviews, stories, Services, Inc., of 171 Boston Street, school to enjoy one perfect day For over ten years, she has Salem, MA pursuant to the provisions as a kid with no responsibilities. awaited her fate on Death Row, the price is still only $2.29. and of course, the songs of Mary of Mass G.L. c. 255, Section 39A, that Planes, Trains and Automobiles and is now on her last appeal. WHAT IS FREE SPEECH? Wilson and The Supremes. they will sell the following vehicles on I got into a civil discussion with Kudos to WMEX’s own legend or after February 20, 2021 beginning stars comedy greats Steve Melissa was the fi rst Hispanic at 9:00 a.m. by public or private sale Martin and John Candy, and woman sentenced to death a friend about free speech and Jimmy Jay behind the mic. I to satisfy their garage keepers lien for follows a businessman (Martin) in Texas. To many, Melissa U.S. Representative Marjorie loved it. It made for a Saturday towing, storage, and notices of sale. who is struggling to get home looks like she is responsible for Taylor Greene, R-Georgia, and morning of great music. 2016 KENWORTH T680 for Thanksgiving, but burdened her daughter’s death: having how the Democrats got her THIS OUT OF THE UK: Vin # 1XKYDP9X6GJ484328 by multiple travel mishaps, abused two-year-old Mariah, good. 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The fi lm didn’t have an answer because Vin #YV1RS61R622149922 McGovern, the film follows explores Melissa’s life journey, nowhere in the Constitution LEGAL NOTICE 2006 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT Vin #WVWBU73C96P163340 an aspiring writer who must highlighting the bizarre miscar- or the Bill of Rights is veracity NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE mentioned as a qualifi cation for 2008 MAZDA MAZDA 3 face up to the responsibilities riage of justice she has endured. Notice is hereby given by D & G Towing and Vin #JM1BK32G481139293 free speech. of marriage and fatherhood, It is the portrait of one woman Auto Repair Services, Inc. 2 Emery Road, 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX despite his persistent doubts against the entire system. A fi lm It is easy to have your free Allston, MA, pursuant to the provisions of Mass Vin #2GNFLGEK9E6295237 General Laws, Chapter 255, Section 39A, that speech protected if it is popular 1999 HONDA CR-V and unfulfi lled ambitions. Some by Sabrina Van Tassel. they will sell the following vehicles on or after Vin #JHLRD1865XC038118 Kind of Wonderful, also makes THE LITTLE PRINCE speech, but the true test is the March 6, 2021 beginning at 10:00 am by public its Blu-ray debut, starring Eric (Blu-ray) ability to say things that are or private sale to satisfy their garage keepers 2011 BMW 328xi Stoltz, Mary Stuart Masterson Paramount Home Ent. controversial. lien for towing, storage, and notices of sale: Vin #WBAPK5G5XBNN79105 2000 HONDA ACCORD and Lea Thompson. Young From the director of Kung 1999 HONDA CRV Vin #1HGCG6550YA018361 LEGAL NOTICE VIN # JHLRD1869XC026859 love is the story when Watts Fu Panda comes this criti- 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO (Masterson) fi nds her feelings cally acclaimed, beautifully 2008 INFINITI M35 Vin #1GCHK29U94E272344 Commonwealth of Massachusetts VIN # JNKAY01F48M650730 for her best friend Keith (Stoltz), animated, re-imagined take The Trial Court 2007 HONDA CR-V Probate and Family Court 1995 HONDA CIVIC Vin #JHLRE48767C094205 run deeper than just friendship. on Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s VIN # JHMEG8541SS043988 When Keith gets a date with classic story, The Little Prince. Middlesex Probate and Family Court 2010 DODGE CHARGER 208 Cambridge Street 2012 KIA OPTIMA Vin #2B3CA3CV4AH259320 the most popular girl in school VIN # 5XXGR4A69CG002623 At its heart is “The Little Girl” Cambridge, MA 02141 (Thompson), the girl’s old boy- (Mackenzie Foy), prepared by (617) 768-5800 2006 BMW 325 Vehicles are being stored at multiple Todisco VIN # WBAVD13586KV08878 friend is unable to let go of her her mother (Rachel McAdams) Docket No. MI21P0527EA Services, Inc. locations, and may be viewed and plans to get back at Keith. for the very grown-up real Estate of Vehicles are being stored at D & G Towing by appointment only. and Auto Repair Services, Inc., and may be GOD OF THE PIANO (DVD) world. After her eccentric, kind- EVELYN LEVINE Signed Film Movement hearted neighbor, “The Aviator” Date of Death: April 06, 2020 viewed by appointment only. Todisco Services, Inc. Signed Anat (Naama Preis) has never (Jeff Bridges) introduces her CITATION ON PETITION FOR Run dates: 02/05, 02/12, 02/19/2021 FORMAL ADJUDICATION D & G Towing been able to reach her father’s to an extraordinary world Run dates: 02/19, 02/26, 03/05/2021 exacting musical standards, so where anything is possible, To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with LEGAL NOTICE the family hopes of producing a she learns of The Little Prince Appointment of Personal Representative has talented composer rests on the (Riley Osborne). And so begins been fi led by Marilyn G. Novak of Sudbury, LEGAL NOTICE Commonwealth of Massachusetts shoulder of her unborn son. the magical and emotional jour- MA requesting that the Court enter a formal The Trial Court After giving birth to a son that is ney where one learns, amongst Decree and Order and for such other relief as Commonwealth of Massachusetts Probate and Family Court requested in the Petition. The Trial Court Middlesex Division born deaf, Anat’s will to raise a other things, it’s the human The Petitioner requests that Marilyn G. Probate and Family Court Middlesex Probate and Family Court musical genius who would befi t connections that matter most. Novak of Sudbury, MA be appointed as Per- Middlesex Division 208 Cambridge Street sonal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Cambridge, MA 02141 her respected, musically accom- Additional voice cast mem- Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised Middlesex Probate and Family Court South plished family only becomes bers include, Marion Cotillard, administration. 10-U Commerce Way (617) 768-5800 Woburn, MA 01801 Docket No. MI21P0186EA stronger, and she takes drastic James Franco, Benicio Del Toro, IMPORTANT NOTICE (781) 865-4000 measures to make sure her son Ricky Gervais, Albert Brooks, You have the right to obtain a copy of the Estate of Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. Docket No. MI21P0351EA MARY HAGAR CURRIER becomes the musical prodigy her Paul Rudd and Paul Giamatti. You have a right to object to this proceeding. Estate of Also Known As father always wanted. But when LADY SINGS THE BLUES To do so, you or your attorney must fi le a JEANNETTE M. LaROCHE MARY H. CURRIER the boy grows up indifferent to (Blu-ray) written appearance and objection at this Date of Death: December 02, 2020 Date of Death: July 18, 2020 Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of achieving his destiny as a great Paramount Home Ent. March 12, 2021. INFORMAL PROBATE INFORMAL PROBATE pianist, Anat is forced to stand The essence of Billie Holiday, This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- PUBLICATION NOTICE PUBLICATION NOTICE up to her father and confront one of America’s most loved line by which you must fi le a written To all persons interested in the above cap- To all persons interested in the above cap- appearance and objection if you object to tioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner David tioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner William the harsh realities of her past. and memorable blues singers, this proceeding. If you fail to fi le a timely A. LaRoche of Waltham, MA, a Will has been G. Currier of South Burlington, VT, a Will has Exploring the uncertain nature is captured brilliantly in a tour- written appearance and objection followed admitted to informal probate. been admitted to informal probate. of prodigy and the price one de-force debut performance by an affi davit of objections within thirty David A. LaRoche of Waltham, MA has William G. Currier of South Burlington, VT (30) days of the return day, action may be been informally appointed as the Personal has been informally appointed as the Personal plays for being labeled a genius, by singer Diana Ross. Filled taken without further notice to you. Representative of the estate to serve without Representative of the estate to serve without God of the Piano is the stylish with the greatest songs of the UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION surety on the bond. surety on the bond. debut feature from Itay Tal. incomparable ‘Lady Day,’ this UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM The estate is being administered under The estate is being administered under ELIZABETHTOWN (Blu-ray) film won Image Awards for PROBATE CODE (MUPC) informal procedure by the Personal Represen- informal procedure by the Personal Represen- A Personal Representative appointed tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- Paramount Home Ent. “Best Motion Picture,” “Best under the MUPC in an unsupervised admin- bate Code without supervision by the Court. bate Code without supervision by the Court. Hotshot designer Drew Baylor Actress” (Ross) and “Best Actor” istration is not required to fi le an inventory Inventory and accounts are not required to be Inventory and accounts are not required to be (Orlando Bloom) has been fi red (Billy Dee Williams), as well or annual accounts with the Court. Persons fi led with the Court, but interested parties are fi led with the Court, but interested parties are interested in the estate are entitled to notice entitled to notice regarding the administration entitled to notice regarding the administration from his job and dumped by as a Golden Globe for Ross regarding the administration directly from from the Personal Representative and can from the Personal Representative and can his girlfriend, and just when as the year’s “Most Promising the Personal Representative and may peti- petition the Court in any matter relating to the petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and things couldn’t seem to get Newcomer — Female.” The tion the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and estate, including the distribution of assets expenses of administration. Interested parties expenses of administration. Interested parties worse, he receives word that stunning fi lm biography also and expenses of administration. are entitled to petition the Court to institute are entitled to petition the Court to institute his father has passed away, received fi ve Academy Award formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- Witness, HON. MAUREEN H. MONKS, minating or restricting the powers of Personal minating or restricting the powers of Personal completely unraveling his life. nominations, including Diana First Justice of this Court. Representatives appointed under informal pro- Representatives appointed under informal pro- After being asked to travel to Ross for “Best Actress.” Richard Date: February 12, 2021 cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, Elizabethtown, Kentucky, to Pryor stars as the unforgettable Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate can be obtained from the Petitioner. can be obtained from the Petitioner. make sure his father’s dying “Piano Man.” Run date: 02/19/2021 Run date: 02/19/2021 Run date: 02/19/2021 POST-GAZETTE, FEBRUARY 19, 2021 PAGE 9

by Marianna Bisignano

Babbononno didn’t know his the steps, deliver it to Nanna brandy (Mouquin) from me. birth date. He knew he was and Babbononno’s apartment, Then, Uncle Nick told his father The season of Quaresima (Lent) that begins on Ash Wednesday born in February of 1875, on which was on the second fl oor that the big surprise was out in and ends on Easter Sunday, has signifi cant meaning in Italy. For a cold winter’s day back in of a three-decker on Lexington the hallway, and Babbononno Italian Catholics, these forty days are a time of abstinence, prayer, Foggia, an east coast city in Street, near the corner of had to take his radio off the and almsgiving. Attending mass, giving up something or doing the province of Puglia. As a Putnam and Lexington. We table in the living room. good deeds, and refraining from meats, sweets, and chocolate, result, Nanna and the family left the crate at the top of the When the crate was placed was once customary. The rules of the church have become less gave him February 22nd, George stairwell at our place so no next to that table, my grand- stringent, and culinary practices have changed. Today, refraining Washington’s birthday, as his one would trip over it or bump father was told to open it care- from meat is only required on Ash Wednesday and every Friday birthday. He didn’t mind as he into it. fully. He followed the instruc- up until Easter. As a result, Meatless Fridays have become one loved American history and was February 22nd was on a tions he was given, and when of the most well-known Lenten traditions in Italy, as well as here a fan of George Washington. He Tuesday and all the men in the he saw the big screen TV, his in the states. often said, if he was born in this family planned to come home eyes fi lled with tears. He had no Nevertheless, many of the older Italian Catholics, including country back in Washington’s early for a dinner party at my idea that the family knew what those in my own family, continue to abide by the conventional time, he would have ridden grandparents’ apartment on he wanted. practices. Some even refrain from eating meat on Fridays year- with him to fi ght the British for that date. They all made sure Dad knew more about elec- round. Growing up, my Nonna made a variety of “Meatless Friday” American independence. So, that they weren’t playing with tronics than my uncles did and dishes. One in particular that she favored, “Linguine with Cabbage we celebrated February 22nd as their bands on that night. Well, his job was to plug in the TV, and Beans,” came from the farmers in Sicily. This easy to make Babbononno’s Day. the 22nd rolled around and attach the antenna, a set of rab- cucina povera dish consists of savoy cabbage, butter beans, garlic, It was the winter of 1955, and Uncle Nick, Dad and I, some- bit ears, (remember those???) and spices. When topped with freshly grated cheese, this dish is my mother and her brothers how, got the large carton care- and make all of the adjustments hearty, nutritious, and makes an absolutely delicious Meatless all met to plan an 80th birthday fully down the fl ights of steps to for a clear picture. Within a few Friday meal! party for their father. Nanna the street and relocated it, once minutes the black and white TV wasn’t part of the meeting again, in the trunk of Dad’s ’54 came to life and Babbononno LINGUINE with CABBAGE and BEANS because they wanted the main Chevy. was thrilled. present to surprise her, also, a Mom was already at her Uncle Nick knew that my Linguine con Cavolo Cappuccio e Fagioli new big screen television set. parents’ apartment with grandfather would never under- Dad and my uncles knew some- both she and Nanna cooking stand the instruction booklet one who owned an appliance Babbononno’s favorite foods. By that came with the set, so he store on Washington Street in about 5:30 the rest of my uncles and Dad spent the next half Boston who would sell them a showed up with their families hour showing Babbononno and state-of-the-art TV for a whole- and it sort of felt like a Sunday Nanna how to operate the knobs sale price. The store owner was afternoon. Babbononno never that controlled the off and on, a weekend musician whom the knew what the commotion was the changing of the channels, men in my family knew well, all about when my father and the horizontal hold, the vertical seeing they were all musicians. three uncles headed down- hold, the brightness, the con- Around the second week in stairs. This time, Dad and Uncle trast, and the sound volume. February, Dad and Uncle Nick Gino walked the large carton Eventually they got it, but I made the purchase and put the up the narrow fl ight of stairs to know it took several tries and carton containing the TV in the the second fl oor. They left it out many future phone calls to one trunk of Dad’s ’54 Chevy, tied of sight when they reached the or more of my uncles for help. 1½ to 2 heads savoy cabbage, 1 to 2 teaspoons hot pepper the trunk lid down tight to hold landing and told Babbononno That set lasted many years and cleaned and chopped fl akes the oversized container in place, that they had forgotten to lock made old age just a little easier 6 cloves garlic, fi nely chopped 2 cups cooked butter beans as it was really too big to fi t in their cars … that’s why they all for Nanna and Babbononno. ½ cup (more if needed) olive oil 4 to 6 quarts salted water the trunk with the lid closed, had to head down to the street. With the rabbit ears, they could 2 to 3 cups water 1 pound fresh or dry linguini and then headed to our house My grandfather bought it, and watch channels 2, 4, 5, 7, 38, Salt Freshly grated parmesan in East Boston to store the gift concentrated on who wanted and 56. That TV was “state-of- Place olive oil and garlic in a large skillet and cook over medium until Babbononno’s birthday. what to drink before dinner. the-art” with a large seventeen heat until the garlic is softened, not brown. Add the cabbage and Dad wanted to store the crate Mom and Nanna actually inch black and white screen about 2 cups water to this pan, stir together well. Cover and cook at Uncle Nick’s 1st fl oor apart- cooked two separate meals, that took four minutes to boot over medium heat for about 10 minutes. Add the rest of the water ment on St. Paul Street in one for the family and one for up once the set was turned only if needed, salt and hot pepper fl akes to taste, and cook an Brookline, but the apartment Babbononno who liked pasta on. So, to you, Babbononno, additional 15 minutes, or until cabbage is tender. Add the cooked was so small and the box so with oil, garlic and black pep- “Happy Birthday” … “Felice butter beans, stir, cover and remove from heat. big, it wasn’t a practical idea. per, and baked fi sh with lemon. Compleano” and may: GOD Simultaneously, in a large stockpot, bring 4 to 6 quarts of salted The only problem was that we We had ravioli, meatballs, sweet BLESS AMERICA water to a rolling boil. Add linguine to the pot and cook until al lived on the 3rd fl oor of 74 Eutaw sausages, gravy meats, stuffed dente. Using a slotted spoon, remove linguine from water and add Street. There were two sets of artichokes, stuffed mushrooms, to the cooked cabbage and bean mixture, toss together. Add some steps to get the TV through green beans, and garden salad. pasta water and additional salt and hot pepper, if needed. Place in the entry of the house and two It looked like a combination LEGAL NOTICE serving bowls and top with a generous sprinkling of freshly grated winding fl ights of steps to get of Friday night and Sunday Commonwealth of Massachusetts parmesan cheese. Enjoy! the carton up to our apart- afternoon dinners, but, what The Trial Court ment on the 3rd fl oor, a location the heck. Probate and Family Court Marianna Bisignano is a psychologist for the Boston Public we affectionately called the After dinner, Uncle Paul, who Middlesex Probate and Family Court Schools and can be reached at [email protected] 208 Cambridge Street penthouse. was the designated birthday Cambridge, MA 02141 I was in high school at the cake presenter, brought a large (617) 768-5800 time and arrived home just rum cake to the table with eight Docket No. MI20P4513EA • News Briefs (Continued from Page 1) as Dad and Uncle Nick pulled candles lit, each one represent- Estate of up in front of our house. For ing ten years. Babbononno was OLEG V. SHISHKO had tweeted “I won ‘t spend established, adding,” Its mes- the next half hour, with Mom told to make a wish and blow Date of Death: September 29, 2019 another cent on @dallasmavs.” sage of community and unity supervising from the 3rd fl oor, out the candles, which he did as CITATION ON GENERAL Jeep Puts Brakes is as relevant as ever. As is my father, Uncle Nick, and I quickly as he could as he had PROBATE PETITION On Super Bowl Ad the message that drinking maneuvered the crate up the a sweet tooth and could hardly To all interested persons: Bruce Springsteen’s Super and driving can never be rd A Petition has been fi led by Irina I. Shishko steps to the 3 fl oor. wait for the fi rst bite. of Framingham, MA requesting that Michael Bowl commercial was yanked condoned.” Dad was swearing under his After dinner, Babbononno Usatin, individually and as President of Arbat off YouTube after the rock leg- No word yet what kind of breath in Italian and Spanish. opened his presents … a new Electric Services Inc. of Newton, Massachusetts end’s DWI went viral. The clip vehicle he was driving when produce documents requested in the said When Uncle Nick asked him white dress shirt and tie from Petition dated January 6th, 2020, in accor- about “The Middle” is no longer charged with driving under the what was wrong, Dad reminded my cousins Paula and Ellie, dance with the Massachusetts General Law for on the Jeep YouTube page. You infl uence. him that they were going to underwear from Mom and my Discovery. can still get it on The Boss’ End Quote You have the right to obtain a copy of have to maneuver the box down aunts, and a bottle of Italian the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Instagram account though. “For bitterness does not envy Court. You have a right to object to this The company said that they pleasure. Bitterness fi nds plea- proceeding. To do so, you or your attor- have put a pause on the Jeep sure on the spot from which ney must fi le a written appearance and — FOR YOU WHO APPRECIATE THE FINEST — objection at this Court before 10:00 a.m. commercial from the Super bitterness springs.” on March 01, 2021. Bowl until the facts can be — Anonymous THE This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- line by which you must fi le a written appearance and objection if you object to Johnny Christy this proceeding. If you fail to fi le a timely The opinions expressed by our columnists and written appearance and objection followed contributors are not necessarily the same as those by an Affi davit of Objections within thirty (30) days of the return date, action may be of The Post-Gazette, its publisher or editor. Photo Orchestra taken without further notice to you. submissions are accepted by the Post-Gazette provided Witness, HON. MAUREEN H. MONKS, they are clear, original photos. There is a $5 charge First Justice of this Court. for each photo submitted. Photos can be submitted via MUSIC FOR ALL Date: February 01, 2021 e-mail: [email protected]. If you want your photos OCCASIONS 781-648-5678 Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate returned, include a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Run date: 02/19/2021 PAGE 10 POST-GAZETTE, FEBRUARY 19, 2021

• Letter to the Editor (Continued from Page 3) LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE be one sidewalk cut out to allow show how the project will affect Commonwealth of Massachusetts Commonwealth of Massachusetts Commonwealth of Massachusetts access to their two-car garage his neighbors’ views, which is a The Trial Court The Trial Court The Trial Court door, so the neighborhood will key consideration under Boston Probate and Family Court Probate and Family Court Probate and Family Court lose one or two parking spots. Building Code Section 54-18. Middlesex Probate and Family Court Middlesex Probate and Family Court Middlesex Probate and Family Court However, the developer is ada- 11. The project proposes 6 208 Cambridge Street 208 Cambridge Street 208 Cambridge Street mant that they will be adding luxury condominium units that Cambridge, MA 02141 Cambridge, MA 02141 Cambridge, MA 02141 (617) 768-5800 (617) 768-5800 (617) 768-5800 two parking spots! Please review will be selling for well over $1.5 Docket No. MI21P0532EA Docket No. MI21P0548EA Docket No. MI21P0272EA the attached photo. million each. There has been Estate of Estate of Estate of 9. The developer’s original no offer by the developer of any EDDIE JOSEPH LeBLANC ALBERT EUGENE CHRYST GERARD F. HURLEY plans for development were critically needed support for low Also Known As Also Known As Date of Death: November 21, 2020 ALBERT E. CHRYST turned down by ISD because income housing for the neigh- EDDIE J. LeBLANC CITATION ON PETITION FOR they did not show a loading borhood. There is no benefit Date of Death: August 29, 2020 Date of Death: November 01, 2018 FORMAL ADJUDICATION zone, as well as other violations. to the neighborhood from this CITATION ON PETITION FOR CITATION ON PETITION FOR To all interested persons: An off-street loading zone is project, other than tax revenue FORMAL ADJUDICATION FORMAL ADJUDICATION A Petition for S/A - Formal Probate of Will To all interested persons: required under the Code for a for the City and profi t for the To all interested persons: with Appointment of Personal Representa- A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with A Petition for Formal Adjudication of tive has been fi led by Robert W. Hurley of building of this size. The more developer, while sacrificing Appointment of Personal Representative has Intestacy and Appointment of Personal Natick, MA requesting that the Court enter a current plans show a proposed property values and quality of been fi led by Claudine M. True of Hudson, Representative JCU DGGP ſNGF D[ Alice M. formal Decree and Order and for such other Danielson of Burlington, MA requesting that 10’ x 20’ loading zone dropped life for neighbors. MA requesting that the Court enter a formal relief as requested in the Petition. Decree and Order and for such other relief as the Court enter a formal Decree and Order The Petitioner requests that Robert W. into the driveway easement that 12. The footprint of the pro- requested in the Petition. and for such other relief as requested in the Hurley of Natick, MA be appointed as Per- services 38 automobiles enter- posed building takes up almost The Petitioner requests that Claudine M. Petition. sonal Representative(s) of said estate to serve The Petitioner requests that Alice M. ing and exiting the garage at 63 every square foot of the devel- True of Hudson, MA be appointed as Per- on the bond in unsupervised administration. sonal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Danielson of Burlington, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate IMPORTANT NOTICE Atlantic Avenue. The developer oper’s land. The land is within Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised You have the right to obtain a copy of the administration. to serve Without Surety on the bond in did not disclose to ISD that 250 feet of Boston Harbor, and unsupervised administration. Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. the proposed loading zone is Chapter 91 requires that 50% IMPORTANT NOTICE You have a right to object to this proceeding. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the To do so, you or your attorney must fi le a squarely within a driveway ease- of the development project be You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. written appearance and objection at this Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. ment that explicitly states “[s]aid open space. The developer has You have a right to object to this proceeding. Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must fi le a March 11, 2021. easement area is not to be used proposed that he be allowed to 6QFQUQ[QWQT[QWTCVVQTPG[OWUVſNGC written appearance and objection at this This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- for the parking of vehicles, and is use the existing City sidewalks written appearance and objection at this Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of line by which you must fi le a written Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of to be kept free and unobstructed that surround his property to March 12, 2021. appearance and objection if you object to March 12, 2021. This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- this proceeding. If you fail to fi le a timely at all times.” Had the developer satisfy DEP’s 50% open space This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- line by which you must fi le a written written appearance and objection followed revealed this restriction to ISD, requirement, in exchange for NKPG D[ YJKEJ [QW OWUV ſNG C YTKVVGP appearance and objection if you object to by an affi davit of objections within thirty appearance and objection if you object to they certainly would also have an obligation to improve and this proceeding. If you fail to fi le a timely (30) days of the return day, action may be VJKU RTQEGGFKPI +H [QW HCKN VQ ſNG C VKOGN[ taken without further notice to you. cited the lack of a legitimate maintain the sidewalk for the written appearance and objection followed written appearance and objection followed by an affi davit of objections within thirty loading zone as another reason City in perpetuity. If DEP were to D[ CP CHſFCXKV QH QDLGEVKQPU YKVJKP VJKTV[ UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION (30) days of the return day, action may be for denying a building permit. allow such use, it would require (30) days of the return day, action may be UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM taken without further notice to you. taken without further notice to you. PROBATE CODE (MUPC) 10. During three separate the City to join in the developer’s UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION A Personal Representative appointed UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION under the MUPC in an unsupervised admin- public meetings with neighbors, petition and would set an awful UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) istration is not required to fi le an inventory the developer did not reveal light, precedent for waterfront prop- PROBATE CODE (MUPC) or annual accounts with the Court. Persons A Personal Representative appointed A Personal Representative appointed air and view studies that would erty throughout the City and the under the MUPC in an unsupervised admin- interested in the estate are entitled to notice under the MUPC in an unsupervised admin- regarding the administration directly from show the effects of his proposed Commonwealth. It would clearly istration is not required to fi le an inventory KUVTCVKQPKUPQVTGSWKTGFVQſNGCPKPXGPVQT[ or annual accounts with the Court. Persons the Personal Representative and may peti- building on his neighbors, each violate the spirit and intent of or annual accounts with the Court. Persons tion the Court in any matter relating to the interested in the estate are entitled to notice interested in the estate are entitled to notice time saying the studies were Chapter 91. regarding the administration directly from estate, including the distribution of assets regarding the administration directly from and expenses of administration. “not quite finished.” At the the Personal Representative and may peti- the Personal Representative and may peti- fourth meeting, he revealed his tion the Court in any matter relating to the tion the Court in any matter relating to the Witness, HON. MAUREEN H. MONKS, Sincerely, estate, including the distribution of assets “preliminary shadow studies”, Cathy and John McDonnell estate, including the distribution of assets First Justice of this Court. and expenses of administration. and expenses of administration. Date: February 12, 2021 but has presented nothing to Witness, HON. MAUREEN H. MONKS, Witness, HON. MAUREEN H. MONKS, Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate First Justice of this Court. First Justice of this Court. Run date: 02/19/2021 LEGAL NOTICE Date: February 12, 2021 &CVG(GDTWCT[ Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate 6CTC'&G%TKUVQHCTQ4GIKUVGTQH2TQDCVG LEGAL NOTICE Commonwealth of Massachusetts Run date: 02/19/2021 Run date: 02/19/2021 The Trial Court NOTICE OF SALE Probate and Family Court LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given by Stephens Automotive Middlesex Probate and Family Court LEGAL NOTICE Commonwealth of Massachusetts Transport, 60 Union Street, Medford, MA 208 Cambridge Street The Trial Court 02155, pursuant to the provisions of G.L.c.255 Cambridge, MA 02141 Commonwealth of Massachusetts LEGAL NOTICE Probate and Family Court 539A, that on March 12, 2021 at 10AM, at said (617) 768-5800 The Trial Court address, the following motor vehicle(s) will be Probate and Family Court Commonwealth of Massachusetts Middlesex Probate and Family Court sold, in as is condition, no keys, at public sale Docket No. MI21P0454EA The Trial Court 208 Cambridge Street to satisfy our garage keeper’s lien thereon for Estate of Middlesex Probate and Family Court Probate and Family Court Cambridge, MA 02141 towing, storage, and expenses of notice and DONALD ELLIOT CROCKETT 208 Cambridge Street (617) 768-5800 Cambridge, MA 02141 Middlesex Probate and Family Court sale: Also Known As (617) 768-5800 208 Cambridge Street Docket No. MI21P0538EA 2014 HAWKE DUMP TRAILER, BLACK DONALD CROCKETT Cambridge, MA 02141 Docket No. MI21P0541EA Estate of Vin # 4BABD102GEM031203 Date of Death: September 04, 2020 (617) 768-5800 ROBERT JAMES FLYNN Estate of Benjamin DeFosses CITATION ON PETITION FOR Docket No. MI21P0537EA Also Known As DEBORAH S. LEIGHTON 61 Payson Hill Rd., Apt. 2B FORMAL ADJUDICATION Estate of ROBERT JAMES FLYNN, JR. Date of Death: November 23, 2020 Rindge, NH 03461 To all interested persons: LUCY CARPENELLA ROBERT J. FLYNN 2002 NISSAN ALTIMA, SILVER A Petition for Formal Adjudication of CITATION ON PETITION FOR Date of Death: October 18, 2020 Date of Death: December 13, 2014 FORMAL ADJUDICATION Vin # 1N4AL11EX2C254401 Intestacy and Appointment of Personal CITATION ON PETITION FOR Representative has been fi led by Christopher CITATION ON PETITION FOR Jadier Dias Dos Santos To all interested persons: FORMAL ADJUDICATION FORMAL ADJUDICATION T. Casey of Salem, MA requesting that the A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with 56 Magoun Ave. Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for To all interested persons: To all interested persons: Medford, MA 02155 Appointment of Personal Representative has such other relief as requested in the Petition. been fi led by Julia L. Leighton of Arlington, A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with A Petition for Late and Limited Formal 2005 HYUNDAI ELANTRA, GRAY The Petitioner requests that Christopher T. VA and Anne E. Leighton of Chicago, IL Appointment of Personal Representative Testacy and/or Appointment has been fi led Casey of Salem, MA be appointed as Per- by Linda J. Calo of Chelsea, MA requesting Vin # KMHDN46D45U130332 requesting that the Court enter a formal has been fi led by Michael A. Carpenella of sonal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Reading, MA requesting that the Court enter that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order David Kabic Decree and Order and for such other relief as With Surety on the bond in unsupervised requested in the Petition. a formal Decree and Order and for such other and for such other relief as requested in the Jillian M. Vargas administration. The Petitioner requests that Julia L. relief as requested in the Petition. Petition. 3950 N. Lake Shore Dr., Apt. 617C IMPORTANT NOTICE Leighton of Arlington, VA and Anne E. The Petitioner requests that Michael A. The Petitioner requests that Linda J. Calo Chicago, IL 60613 You have the right to obtain a copy of the Leighton of Chicago, IL be appointed as Per- Carpenella of Reading, MA be appointed as of Chelsea, MA be appointed as Personal Personal Representative(s) of said estate to Representative(s) of said estate to serve With- 2001 BUICK CENTURY, GOLD Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. sonal Representative(s) of said estate to serve You have a right to object to this proceeding. Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised serve Without Surety on the bond in unsuper- out Surety on the bond in unsupervised Vin # 2G4WS52J311108847 To do so, you or your attorney must fi le a administration. vised administration. administration. Tyler Callahan written appearance and objection at this IMPORTANT NOTICE IMPORTANT NOTICE IMPORTANT NOTICE 14 Veterans Memorial Dr. Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of You have the right to obtain a copy of the You have the right to obtain a copy of the You have the right to obtain a copy of the Peabody, MA 01960 March 09, 2021. Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- You have a right to object to this proceeding. You have a right to object to this proceeding. You have a right to object to this proceeding. 2005 VW JETTA, GRAY line by which you must fi le a written To do so, you or your attorney must fi le a To do so, you or your attorney must fi le a Vin # 3VWSA69M95M073495 To do so, you or your attorney must fi le a appearance and objection if you object to written appearance and objection at this written appearance and objection at this written appearance and objection at this Manuel O. Lara this proceeding. If you fail to fi le a timely Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 36 College Ave. written appearance and objection followed March 12, 2021. March 12, 2021. March 12, 2021. Medford, MA 02155 by an affi davit of objections within thirty This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- (30) days of the return day, action may be line by which you must fi le a written line by which you must fi le a written 2007 MERCEDES BENZ S550, BLUE line by which you must fi le a written taken without further notice to you. appearance and objection if you object to appearance and objection if you object to appearance and objection if you object to Vin # WDDNG86X17A142260 UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION this proceeding. If you fail to fi le a timely this proceeding. If you fail to fi le a timely this proceeding. If you fail to fi le a timely Tin Soe UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM written appearance and objection followed written appearance and objection followed written appearance and objection followed 17 Jones Ct. PROBATE CODE (MUPC) by an affi davit of objections within thirty by an affi davit of objections within thirty by an affi davit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be Newton, MA 02458 A Personal Representative appointed (30) days of the return day, action may be (30) days of the return day, action may be under the MUPC in an unsupervised admin- taken without further notice to you. taken without further notice to you. taken without further notice to you. 2005 NISSAN ALTIMA, WHITE istration is not required to fi le an inventory UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION Vin # 1N4AL11D95C136223 or annual accounts with the Court. Persons UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM Faykenon St. Elot interested in the estate are entitled to notice PROBATE CODE (MUPC) PROBATE CODE (MUPC) PROBATE CODE (MUPC) 11 Woodland St., Apt. 2 regarding the administration directly from A Personal Representative appointed A Personal Representative appointed A Personal Representative appointed Everett, MA 02149 the Personal Representative and may peti- under the MUPC in an unsupervised admin- under the MUPC in an unsupervised admin- under the MUPC in an unsupervised admin- tion the Court in any matter relating to the istration is not required to fi le an inventory istration is not required to fi le an inventory istration is not required to fi le an inventory 2007 VW PASSAT, GRAY estate, including the distribution of assets or annual accounts with the Court. Persons or annual accounts with the Court. Persons or annual accounts with the Court. Persons Vin # WVWAK73C67P108959 and expenses of administration. interested in the estate are entitled to notice interested in the estate are entitled to notice interested in the estate are entitled to notice Vincent Vo Witness, HON. MAUREEN H. MONKS, regarding the administration directly from regarding the administration directly from regarding the administration directly from 51 Wellington Rd. First Justice of this Court. the Personal Representative and may peti- the Personal Representative and may peti- the Personal Representative and may peti- tion the Court in any matter relating to the tion the Court in any matter relating to the Medford, MA 02155 Date: February 09, 2021 tion the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets estate, including the distribution of assets Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate estate, including the distribution of assets 2007 TOYOTA CAMRY, GRAY and expenses of administration. and expenses of administration. and expenses of administration. Run date: 02/19/2021 Vin # 4T1BE46K87U021039 Witness, HON. MAUREEN H. MONKS, Witness, HON. MAUREEN H. MONKS, Witness, HON. MAUREEN H. MONKS, Brenford F. Stone From the Law Offi ces of: First Justice of this Court. First Justice of this Court. Casey & Lundregan PC First Justice of this Court. 23 Courtland St., Apt. 1 Date: February 12, 2021 Date: February 12, 2021 71 Washington Street, 2nd Floor Date: February 12, 2021 Everett, MA 02149 Salem, MA 01970 Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate Run dates: 02/19, 02/26, 03/05/2021 978-741-3888 Run date: 02/19/2021 Run date: 02/19/2021 Run date: 02/19/2021 POST-GAZETTE, FEBRUARY 19, 2021 PAGE 11

LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE EXTRA Innings Commonwealth of Massachusetts Commonwealth of Massachusetts Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court The Trial Court The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Probate and Family Court Probate and Family Court by Sal Giarratani Middlesex Probate and Family Court Middlesex Probate and Family Court Middlesex Probate and Family Court 208 Cambridge Street 208 Cambridge Street 208 Cambridge Street Ozuna Back with Braves I was so saddened to hear of Cambridge, MA 02141 Cambridge, MA 02141 Cambridge, MA 02141 (617) 768-5800 (617) 768-5800 (617) 768-5800 Four-Year Deal Billy Conigliaro’s passing at age Docket No. MI20P5255EA Docket No. MI21P0458EA Docket No. MI21P0135EA The Atlanta Braves are bring- 73. I remembered the year 1970 Estate of Estate of Estate of ing back Marcell Ozuna signing when I was 22 years old watch- MICHAEL J. CAREY SUSAN W. NESSEN JANEZ MEGUSAR the slugger to a $65 million, ing both Tony and Billy playing Date of Death: April 26, 2020 Date of Death: December 07, 2020 Date of Death: October 21, 2020 four-year deal. Ozuna was the the outfi eld at Fenway Park. CITATION ON PETITION FOR CITATION ON PETITION FOR CITATION ON PETITION FOR 2020 HR and RBI leader. The Tony hit 36 homers and 116 FORMAL ADJUDICATION FORMAL ADJUDICATION FORMAL ADJUDICATION deal includes a fi fth year club RBIs, and Billy had 18 homers To all interested persons: To all interested persons: To all interested persons: option for $16 million with a and 16 doubles. A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with A Petition for Formal Adjudication of Appointment of Personal Representative has Appointment of Personal Representative has Intestacy and Appointment of Personal $1 million buyout. He had I was glad to have fi nally met been fi led by Derek E. Vogel of Colleyville, been fi led by Robert L. Nessen of Concord, Representative has been fi led by Paul H. signed a one-year deal last year and talked with Billy about TX requesting that the Court enter a formal MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Beattie of Snoqualmie, WA and Jason M. as a free agent. our younger days when base- Decree and Order and for such other relief as Decree and Order and for such other relief as Cotton of Cambridge, MA requesting that the requested in the Petition. requested in the Petition. Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for He batted, 338 with 18 hom- ball was still baseball. I send The Petitioner requests that Derek E. The Petitioner requests that Robert L. such other relief as requested in the Petition. ers and 56 RBIs, narrowly miss- my condolences to the entire Vogel of Colleyville, TX be appointed as Per- Nessen of Concord, MA be appointed as Per- The Petitioner requests that Paul H. Beattie ing the Triple Crown and mostly Conigliaro family. sonal Representative(s) of said estate to serve sonal Representative(s) of said estate to serve of Snoqualmie, WA be appointed as Per- Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised sonal Representative(s) of said estate to serve played as the club’s designated Benintendi Goes To administration. administration. Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised hitter after the NL adopted the The Royals administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE IMPORTANT NOTICE DH rule. You have the right to obtain a copy of the You have the right to obtain a copy of the IMPORTANT NOTICE Billy Conigliaro Dies at 73 Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have the right to obtain a copy of the You have a right to object to this proceeding. You have a right to object to this proceeding. Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. To do so, you or your attorney must fi le a To do so, you or your attorney must fi le a You have a right to object to this proceeding. written appearance and objection at this written appearance and objection at this To do so, you or your attorney must fi le a Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of written appearance and objection at this March 09, 2021. March 10, 2021. Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- March 11, 2021. line by which you must fi le a written line by which you must fi le a written This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- appearance and objection if you object to appearance and objection if you object to line by which you must fi le a written this proceeding. If you fail to fi le a timely this proceeding. If you fail to fi le a timely appearance and objection if you object to written appearance and objection followed written appearance and objection followed this proceeding. If you fail to fi le a timely by an affi davit of objections within thirty by an affi davit of objections within thirty written appearance and objection followed (30) days of the return day, action may be (30) days of the return day, action may be by an affi davit of objections within thirty taken without further notice to you. taken without further notice to you. (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION PROBATE CODE (MUPC) PROBATE CODE (MUPC) UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM A Personal Representative appointed A Personal Representative appointed PROBATE CODE (MUPC) under the MUPC in an unsupervised admin- under the MUPC in an unsupervised admin- A Personal Representative appointed istration is not required to fi le an inventory istration is not required to fi le an inventory under the MUPC in an unsupervised admin- or annual accounts with the Court. Persons or annual accounts with the Court. Persons istration is not required to fi le an inventory The Boston Red Sox just interested in the estate are entitled to notice interested in the estate are entitled to notice or annual accounts with the Court. Persons regarding the administration directly from regarding the administration directly from interested in the estate are entitled to notice traded away outfi elder Andrew the Personal Representative and may peti- the Personal Representative and may peti- regarding the administration directly from Benintendi, age 26, to the tion the Court in any matter relating to the tion the Court in any matter relating to the the Personal Representative and may peti- Kansas City Royals in a three- estate, including the distribution of assets estate, including the distribution of assets tion the Court in any matter relating to the and expenses of administration. and expenses of administration. estate, including the distribution of assets way deal that also included the and expenses of administration. Witness, HON. MAUREEN H. MONKS, Witness, HON. MAUREEN H. MONKS, A few years ago, I was down NY Mets. He was always a fan First Justice of this Court. First Justice of this Court. Witness, HON. MAUREEN H. MONKS, by Fenway Park at Tony C’s favorite and came on like gang- Date: February 09, 2021 Date: February 09, 2021 First Justice of this Court. Date: February 11, 2021 restaurant & bar where folks busters back in 2017 when he Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate had gathered to remember the fi nished second for Rookie of Run date: 02/19/2021 Run date: 02/19/2021 Run date: 02/19/2021 Impossible Dream Team, the the Year. However, he never 1967 Boston Red Sox. The place quite lived up to expectations was packed and we gathered to and had injuries, too. I think push for the Red Sox to retire it will be a good trade for him LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Tony Conigliaro’s #25 in his and hopefully he can come LEGAL NOTICE honor. I met up with Richie back and start anew for his new Commonwealth of Massachusetts Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court The Trial Court Commonwealth of Massachusetts Conigliaro, who was organizing team. The Royals are getting a Probate and Family Court Probate and Family Court The Trial Court that evening’s event and I also good outfi elder in him and I am Probate and Family Court Middlesex Probate and Family Court Middlesex Probate and Family Court met up with Billy Conigliaro hoping he bounces back from 208 Cambridge Street 208 Cambridge Street Middlesex Probate and Family Court and his wife Keisha. I can’t tell the last two seasons and wish Cambridge, MA 02141 Cambridge, MA 02141 208 Cambridge Street you how great it was to step him well. (617) 768-5800 (617) 768-5800 Cambridge, MA 02141 (617) 768-5800 back in time and talk to those NEAA Baseball on for 2021 Docket No. MI21P0522EA Docket No. MI21P0328EA members of the “Cardiac Kids” According to NEAA Baseball Estate of Estate of Docket No. MI14P5636EA JANE A. LLOYD TIMOTHY ALAN NOLAN Estate of there that evening like George Commissioner Ralph Martignetti Also Known As Also Known As MARGERY F. HOYT Thomas, Rico Petrocelli, and baseball registration is on right JANE LLOYD TIMOTHY NOLAN Also Known As Jose Santiago to name a few. I now. If your kid’s arte interested Date of Death: November 05, 2020 Date of Death: November 16, 2020 MARGERY HOYT left there with autographs and now is the time to register at Date of Death: September 07, 2014 CITATION ON PETITION FOR CITATION ON PETITION FOR great memories, too. neaabaseball.org. FORMAL ADJUDICATION FORMAL ADJUDICATION CITATION ON PETITION FOR To all interested persons: To all interested persons: FORMAL ADJUDICATION A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with To all interested persons: Appointment of Personal Representative Appointment of Personal Representative A Petition for S/A - Formal Appointment has been fi led by Laurie J. Lloyd of Natick, has been fi led by Christine Rose Nolan of of Successor PR has been fi led by Donna H. LEGAL NOTICE MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Belchertown, MA requesting that the Court Gibson of Wellesley, MA requesting that the LEGAL NOTICE Decree and Order and for such other relief as enter a formal Decree and Order and for such Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for Commonwealth of Massachusetts requested in the Petition. other relief as requested in the Petition. such other relief as requested in the Petition. Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court The Petitioner requests that Laurie J. The Petitioner requests that Christine Rose The Petitioner requests that Donna H. The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Lloyd of Natick, MA be appointed as Per- Nolan of Belchertown, MA be appointed Gibson of Wellesley, MA be appointed as Per- Probate and Family Court Suffolk Division sonal Representative(s) of said estate to serve as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to sonal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Suffolk Division Suffolk Probate and Family Court Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised serve Without Surety on the bond in unsuper- Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised Suffolk Probate and Family Court 24 New Chardon Street administration. administration. vised administration. 24 New Chardon Street Boston, MA 02114 IMPORTANT NOTICE IMPORTANT NOTICE IMPORTANT NOTICE Boston, MA 02114 (617) 788-8300 You have the right to obtain a copy of the You have the right to obtain a copy of the You have the right to obtain a copy of the (617) 788-8300 Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. Docket No. SU20P1851EA Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. Docket No. SU20P1874EA You have a right to object to this proceeding. You have a right to object to this proceeding. You have a right to object to this proceeding. Estate of To do so, you or your attorney must fi le a To do so, you or your attorney must fi le a To do so, you or your attorney must fi le a Estate of RONALD ALAN GACICIA written appearance and objection at this written appearance and objection at this written appearance and objection at this MORITZ FLORIAN KIRCHER Date of Death: April 01, 2020 Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of Court before 10:00 a.m. on the return day of Date of Death: August 15, 2020 INFORMAL PROBATE March 12, 2021. March 09, 2021. March 12, 2021. INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- This is NOT a hearing date, but a dead- PUBLICATION NOTICE line by which you must fi le a written line by which you must fi le a written line by which you must fi le a written To all persons interested in the above appearance and objection if you object to appearance and objection if you object to appearance and objection if you object to To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner this proceeding. If you fail to fi le a timely this proceeding. If you fail to fi le a timely this proceeding. If you fail to fi le a timely captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Karen M. Gacicia of Boston, MA, a Will has written appearance and objection followed written appearance and objection followed written appearance and objection followed Lara K. Rotter of Brookline, MA. been admitted to informal probate. by an affi davit of objections within thirty by an affi davit of objections within thirty by an affi davit of objections within thirty Lara K. Rotter of Brookline, MA has been Karen M. Gacicia of Boston, MA has been (30) days of the return day, action may be (30) days of the return day, action may be (30) days of the return day, action may be informally appointed as the Personal Repre- informally appointed as the Personal Repre- taken without further notice to you. taken without further notice to you. taken without further notice to you. sentative of the estate to serve without surety sentative of the estate to serve without surety UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION on the bond. on the bond. UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM The estate is being administered under The estate is being administered under PROBATE CODE (MUPC) PROBATE CODE (MUPC) PROBATE CODE (MUPC) informal procedure by the Personal Representa- informal procedure by the Personal Representa- A Personal Representative appointed A Personal Representative appointed A Personal Representative appointed tive under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate tive under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate under the MUPC in an unsupervised admin- under the MUPC in an unsupervised admin- under the MUPC in an unsupervised admin- Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory istration is not required to fi le an inventory istration is not required to fi le an inventory istration is not required to fi le an inventory and accounts are not required to be fi led with and accounts are not required to be fi led with or annual accounts with the Court. Persons or annual accounts with the Court. Persons or annual accounts with the Court. Persons the Court, but interested parties are entitled the Court, but interested parties are entitled interested in the estate are entitled to notice interested in the estate are entitled to notice interested in the estate are entitled to notice to notice regarding the administration from to notice regarding the administration from regarding the administration directly from regarding the administration directly from regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and can petition the Personal Representative and can petition the Personal Representative and may peti- the Personal Representative and may peti- the Personal Representative and may peti- the Court in any matter relating to the estate, the Court in any matter relating to the estate, tion the Court in any matter relating to the tion the Court in any matter relating to the tion the Court in any matter relating to the including distribution of assets and expenses of including distribution of assets and expenses of estate, including the distribution of assets estate, including the distribution of assets estate, including the distribution of assets administration. Interested parties are entitled to administration. Interested parties are entitled to and expenses of administration. and expenses of administration. and expenses of administration. petition the Court to institute formal proceedings petition the Court to institute formal proceedings Witness, HON. MAUREEN H. MONKS, and to obtain orders terminating or restrict- and to obtain orders terminating or restrict- Witness, HON. MAUREEN H. MONKS, Witness, HON. MAUREEN H. MONKS, ing the powers of Personal Representatives ing the powers of Personal Representatives First Justice of this Court. First Justice of this Court. First Justice of this Court. Date: February 12, 2021 appointed under informal procedure. A copy appointed under informal procedure. A copy Date: February 12, 2021 Date: February 09, 2021 of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate from the Petitioner. from the Petitioner. Run date: 02/19/2021 Run date: 02/19/2021 Run date: 02/19/2021 Run date: 02/19/2021 Run date: 02/19/2021 PAGE 12 BOSTON POST-GAZETTE, FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Boxing Ringside HOOPS and HOCKEY in the HUB by Richard Preiss WITH BOBBY FRANKLIN

He was the man who ended an era, brought celebration by way Johnny Bratton vs. Kid Gavilan II of a joyous conclusion and thereby closed the record books on two of the most referenced words in professional hockey. No Rope a Dope in this Fight For it was George Armstrong, Toronto’s veteran right wing, who scored the fi nal goal in the “Original Six” era back in the spring of veterans plying their craft. 1967. For the first three rounds Armstrong, a former team captain of the Leafs who died at age Johnny tried matching Gavilan’s 90 in late January, brought down the curtain on the era when he speedy combinations. This led scored an empty net goal with 47 seconds left in game six of the to some great exchanges but Stanley Cup Final, providing the insurance tally in a 3-1 victory The Kid was getting the best of over Montreal and the ticket for Toronto’s victory parade. them. In the 4th round Bratton Montreal and the Maple Leafs had made it to the championship changed tactics and started round that spring, the last time that only a half dozen teams would looking to counterpunch. He constitute the league. Come the fall of 1967 six additional franchises had more success with this would take to the ice as the fi rst teams in what we now call the strategy. Gavilan was a very Western Conference. rhythmic fi ghter and Johnny And the additions would keep on coming--right through this year. was trying to break that rhythm Starting in the fall of 2021, Seattle will join the league, increasing by making moves to throw the the number of teams in the National Hockey League to 32. It seems Champ off his game. Bratton light years away from the Original Six era that existed from 1942 Johnny Bratton even mimicked Gavilan’s trade- through 1967. marked bolo bunch in an effort Boston, Detroit, Chicago, Toronto, the New York Rangers and the Kid Gavilan Recently, I received an email to rattle him. In the seventh Montreal Canadiens came to be called that after three teams that from my friend boxing historian round the two tried to outdo was not needed as the two were had competed in the NHL during the 1930s dropped out--the New Mike Silver, the author of The one another while digging into breaking on their own. York Americans, the Montreal Maroons and the St. Louis Eagles Arc Of Boxing. Mike included their bags of tricks. Gavilan It is also a pleasure to watch (formerly the Ottawa Senators). That left the Original Six. a link to a YouTube video of used head feints and a shuffl e how these two artists used their It was an era unlike any other. For a quarter of a century each the second Kid Gavilan vs left jabs. Today, most fi ghters NHL team had only fi ve opponents, creating a scenario where rival- Johnny Bratton fi ght. Mike hold their hands up against ries deepened and fan followings of teams and individual players described the bout as one their faces in what makes became fantastically fervent. of the best he has seen and them look like they are wear- It was an era when all players competed without helmets and commented that “This is ing ear muffs. It is impossible visors and all goalies guarded the crease without wearing masks. BOXING.” After that ringing to throw a decent jab from In short, it was an era that would be considered frightening today endorsement I had to take that position, not that any by some and probably at least highly questionable by even the most a look for myself. Mike cer- of them seem interested in ardent followers of the game in contemporary times. tainly was right. The fi ght was throwing jabs anyway. Both For the vast majority of the Original Six era, hockey ended around indeed entertaining as well as Johnny and the Kid used a the time Major League Baseball season began—often by mid-April. a textbook example of how classic stance where the left But as more games came to be added to the regular season much boxing has devolved hand is held low and out in schedule, the end date of the Stanley Cup playoffs gradually crept over the years. front of them while the right into late April and fi nally crossed over into the early days of May. Kid Gavilan and Johnny hand is kept open and held And thus, it was that game six of the 1967 Stanley Cup Final Bratton fought three times high in order to parry the was played on May 2nd. during the period from 1951 opponent’s punches. Having The Canadiens and Maple Leafs had fi nished second and third in to 1953. In their fi rst fi ght the left in this position allows the 1966-1967 regular season standings behind the Black Hawks. Gavilan won the NBA World for the punch to travel a And just as an aside, where were the Bruins? At the bottom, way Welterweight Championship The Kid and Johnny weighing in. shorter distance while also down there with a 17-43-10 regular season mark. The two telling from Bratton. In their third leaving the option of turning stats for the B’s that year: they scored the fewest goals of any team fi ght the Kid defended the title (yes, this move was around long it into a hook or an uppercut, (182) while allowing the most tallies of any franchise (253). against Johnny. Their second before Ali trademarked it), and and for the real masters, a hook Perhaps the most stunning result of that year’s playoffs came in fi ght was a ten round non-title Bratton at one point pointed to off the jab. It is also a great the opening round when Toronto upended Chicago by winning the affair. the crowd in order to distract defensive position as Bratton series in six games. During the regular season the Black Hawks Rare today, non-title fights the Kid. Neither fell for the tac- showed in the 8th round when (who became the Blackhawks in 1986) had amassed a total of 94 were not unusual years ago. tics but it is fun to watch them he was able to disarm Gavilan points while the Maple Leafs had just 75. They would take place when trying to one up each other. by grabbing the inside of his The teams split the fi rst two games in Chicago. But then the action the fi ghters would come in over There’s a few things that really elbow and walking him away shifted to Maple Leaf Gardens where Toronto came alive and won the weight limit of the division stand out in this fi ght, things from the ropes. The left can also both games, evening the series at 2-2. the title holder was in. This was that you will not see today, or be raised in a stiff arm fashion Back in Chicago, Toronto came away with a 4-3 victory in game prearranged and the fans knew for that matter, ever again in to defl ect a punch. They both fi ve and then closed out the series in game six with a victory at home. they were not going to see the boxing. In the entire 10 rounds employed feints in an effort to The surprising win propelled the Maple Leafs into the SCF. Both champion risk his belt. It was the fi ghters only clinched two get the other to lead, knowing teams split the fi rst two games in Montreal and did the same with a way for a title holder to stay times and neither of these was that a fi ghter is most vulnerable the next two in Toronto, with the Maple Leafs winning game three busy without the hoopla of the a hug fest. They also only went when he is throwing a punch. in double overtime. match being for the title. It’s funny, but at one But Toronto really got hot late in the series, winning both game It was also an opportunity point the referee took a fi ve and game six while allowing Montreal only one goal in each of for someone not rated high round away from Gavilan those contests. enough to get a chance at for holding and hitting. And so it was that when George Armstrong scored his empty net fi ghting a champ and even This was weird as other goal with less than a minute remaining in game six to provide the in losing good enhance his than with their fi sts the Leafs with their 3-1 victory it would be the fi nal time the puck had reputation by showing he two hardly held at all. I crossed the crease in the Original Six era. could stay in there with think the ref was feeling The championship really would prove to be the Stanley Cup Final the best. unneeded and wanted to for Toronto in more ways than one. The triumph would be the fourth The second Gavilan/ justify being paid. Stanley Cup title for the Leafs during the 1960s—the franchise Bratton fight was a bit At the end of the ten also having captured the Cup in 1962, 1963, and 1964. It was the unusual as the two had rounds the decision was perfect conclusion to mark the end of an era as well putting the fought for the title just six announced as a draw. If capstone on an outstanding span of achievement—four Cup titles months earlier. In that not for the referee tak- within six years. fight, held on May 18, ing away the round from But as the decades have rolled on the 1967 victory has, in reality, proved to be the Stanley Cup Final for Toronto since It would also be 1951, Bratton fought with Gavilan lands a right on Bratton in their Gavilan, the champ would the last time that the franchise would take possession of the trophy. a broken jaw from the fi rst fi ght. have won the fi ght. fi fth round on but lasted The two would meet That’s right. After George Armstrong and his teammates skated off the full distance while losing a to the ropes on one occasion. one more time in November the ice with Lord Stanley’s Cup on that early spring night back in decision. Just six months later This fi ght, like so many from the of 1953, this time for the title. 1967, Toronto has never stood on hockey’s summit since. The last on November 11, 1951 the two age of boxing when it was an art Gavilan won a one-sided deci- time the Leafs got close was back in 2002 when they lost to the would meet again, this time in a form, took place almost entirely sion over fi fteen rounds. The Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Finals. non-title fi ght. And what a fi ght away from the ropes. press reported that Bratton was Fast forward to 2021 and the picture has brightened—at least it was. In the eighth round Bratton thoroughly beaten by the 12th during the early phases of the shortened 56-game schedule. As You might think Bratton was stepping back from Gavilan round but he held on until the of February 16th, the Maple Leafs were leading the North Division would have been a bit gun shy and went back to the ropes. He fi nal bell. (comprised entirely of teams based in Canada) with an 11-3-2 mark, after having taken a licking in immediately responded by neu- I highly recommend viewing good for 24 points, four more than second place Montreal. their first encounter, but at tralizing the champ’s left hook the second fi ght between these There are plenty of games to go but one can’t fi nd fault with a the opening bell he came out by placing his right hand on the two excellent fi ghters. You can successful start. It is more than enough to warm the hearts of those with guns blazing. Of course, inside of Gavilan’s elbow while watch it a number of times, as residing in the city that sits along the icy shores of Lake Ontario Gavilan was their to meet fi re stepping away from the ropes. with any great work of art you during these cold midwinter days. with fi re, and this led to a very This was one of two times that will notice new things each time And somewhere, George Armstrong, whose career in hockey as “entertaining” fi ght. It also was the referee stepped in, and even you see it. And Mike was right; a player, coach, executive and ambassador to the game spanned a display of two ring wise boxing that action by the third man it is a very entertaining fi ght. 70 years, is smiling.