Angela “Auntie Angie” Panarese
Devout Catholic Who Played a Big Role in the Life of Her Family
Angela “Auntie Angie” Panarese of Chelsea left this world on February 9. She was 97 and died peacefully at home surrounded by family. Angela was a lifelong resident of Chelsea and graduated Chelsea High Class of 1941.
Angela loved and cared for her Essex Street community, she was always there to help a neighborhood family and was a devout catholic in the St Rose congregation.
She worked professionally, traveled the world and was an expert seamstress. Auntie Angie could make or mend anything! In retirement she volunteered her quilting skills to local fundraisers and the Chelsea Senior Center.
She is survived by her devoted sister, Ida Rudolph of Chelsea and was pre-deceased by her brother Genaro and his wife, Virginia, sister Philomena (Tibaudo) and her husband, Albert of Lynnfield.
Angela was the Beloved “Auntie” to 27 nieces and nephews across generations. And she played a big role in our family life.
She is lovingly remembered for her renowned frugality as well as her caring generosity and of course, her homemade Ravioli.
Family and friends are kindly invited to attend Visiting Hours in the Smith Funeral Home, 125 Washington Avenue, Chelsea on Friday, February 12 from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon. Due to the current health crisis, Funeral Services and Interment will be private for immediate family only.
Those attending are reminded that face coverings are required, social distancing must be practiced, contact tracing information will be taken and those visiting are to enter, pay their respects and are asked to exit due to ccupancy limits imposed by the state, allowing other guests to enter.
To send a message of condolence to Angela family please visit www.smithfuneralhomes.com
Panarese, Angela “Auntie Angie” of Chelsea, left this world on February 9, 2021. She was 97 and died peacefully at home surrounded by family. Angela was a lifelong resident of Chelsea and graduated Chelsea High class of ‘41.
Angela loved and cared for her Essex St community, she was always there to help a neighborhood family, and was a devout catholic in the St Rose congregation.
She worked professionally, traveled the world and was an expert seamstress. Auntie Angie could make or mend anything! In retirement she volunteered her quilting skills to local fundraisers and the Chelsea Senior Center.
She is survived by her devoted sister Ida Rudolph of Chelsea. She is pre-deceased by her brother Genaro and wife Virginia, sister Philomena (Tibaudo) and husband Albert, of Lynnfield Mass.
Angela was the Beloved “Auntie” to 27 nieces and nephews across generations. And she played a big role in our family life.
She is lovingly remembered for her renowned frugality as well as her caring generosity and of course, her homemade Ravioli.
Family and friends are kindly invited to attend Visiting Hours in the Smith Funeral Home, 125 Washington Avenue, Chelsea on Friday, February 12th from 10-12 Noon. Due to the current health crisis, Funeral Services and Interment will be private for immediate family only.
Those attending are reminded that face coverings are required, social distancing must be practiced, contact tracing information will be taken and those visiting are to enter, pay their respects and are asked to exit due to occupancy limits imposed by the state, allowing other guests to enter.
To send a message of condolence to Angela family please visit www.smithfuneralhomes.com.
Edwin Frank
Retired Hearings Officer for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Edwin Frank, 95, of Chelsea, formerly of Malden and Revere, beloved husband of the Harriet (Berger) Frank died on February 8 at the Kaplan Family Hospice House, Danvers.
Born in Malden, the son of the late David and Rose (Levine) Frank, he was raised and educated in Revere and was a graduate of Revere High School. Edwin worked as a hearings officer for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias Crescent Lodge and former board of directors’ member of the Chelsea Revere Jewish Community Center. Edwin loved listening to classical music and watching sports. When he was a kid, he used to sell tip sheets for Wonderland Dog Track.
Edwin is survived by his son, Eric Frank and his wife, Donna of Nashua, NH, his granddaughter, Hannah Frank, who was the light of his life, and his niece, Diane Frank. He was predeceased by his brother, Philip Frank and a nephew, Rick Frank.
Due to COVID-19 pandemic private graveside services will be held in Lynn. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Katzman Family Center for Living 17 Lafayette Ave. Chelsea, MA 02150. Sharing written remembrances and condolences during this time will be essential in helping the Frank family reminisce, celebrate and heal. We encourage you to share your memories by visiting www.torffuneralservice.com.
Carlos Adan Martinez
July 09, 1961 – January 21, 2021
Carlos Adan Martinez passed away on Frida,y January 29 at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center from Covid-19 related illnesses. He was 59 years old. Born and raised in his beloved Acajutla, Sonsonate, El Salvador, he was one of seven children born to Martina Sanchez de Martinez and the late Fernando Martinez.
He received his early education in El Salvador and began to raise his own family in El Salvador. Seeking a better life for his family, he immigrated to the United States in 1985 and settled in the Boston area.
He immediately began working to reunite his young family and have them join him. He worked as a cook in some of Boston’s popular Italian eateries. During this time, he learned to love Italian food and excelled in preparing many Italian dishes.
Five years later, he brought his family together and resettled in Somerville.
It was his spirit and calling to be self-employed and work independently to provide for his family. From his Somerville home he established “Colchas Primor y mas” selling home décor and jewelry items from his garage.
He moved his family to Chelsea and in 2008 he opened Colchas Primor y mas on Broadway in Chelsea. The store soon became a popular shopping place for many residents. Six years later he expanded to open a second successful location on Broadway in Revere. This true entrepreneur expanded again, this time acquiring Castillo’s Electronics in Chelsea 18 months ago.
His family was his first devotion, providing for them as a self-employed entrepreneur was his passion seconded only to his love for Italian food. He enjoyed cooking the meals and sauces from scratch as he learned earlier during his time working in restaurants.
He will be forever remembered as the man who cared more for others than himself, a man who would give you the shirt off his own back. He worked tirelessly to help others seek the American Dream. Yet, he never forgot the family and friends he left in El Salvador. Remembering the hardships he endured, he was constantly doing whatever he could to aide those in need remaining in the land of his birth. Less than a year ago, Carlos was predeceased by his father, Fernando. He is survived by his beloved spouse of 40 years, Rosalia Hernandez de Martinez. He was the forever loved and devoted father of Veronica Martinez of Maryland, Wilman Martinez and his wife, Wendy Burgos of Lynn, Marlon Martinez and his wife, Tabitha Clark of Wakefield, Ever Hernandez and Yesenia Hernandez, both at home in Chelsea; the loving son of Martina Sanchez de Martinez, dear brother of Alejandro and Guadalupe, Fernando and Sidia Martinez, Fredy and Martha Martinez,
Walter and Maria Martinez, David Martinez, Elba Martinez and a predeceased sister, Delmi Martinez. He is also survived by nine grandchildren and by many extended family members.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, attended by family and friends. Services concluded with Carlos being placed to rest in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
Arrangements were given to the care and direction of the Welsh Funeral Home, Chelsea.
We continue to encourage family and friends who wish, to offer condolences at this time by means of the online guest book or to send a personalized sympathy card visit: www.WelshFH.com.
Carlos falleció el viernes 29 de enero en el Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center de las enfermedades relacionadas con Covid-19. Tenía 59 años. Nacido y criado en su do Acajutla, Sonsonate, El Salvador fue uno de los siete hijos de Martina Sánchez de Martínez y el difunto Fernando Martínez. Recibió su educación temprana en El Salvador y comenzó a criar a su propia familia en El Salvador. Buscando una vida mejor para su familia emigró a los Estados Unidos en 1985 y se estableció en el área de Boston. Inmediatamente comenzó a trabajar para reunir a su joven familia y hacer que se unieran a él. Trabajó como cocinero en algunos de los restaurantes italianos más populares de Boston. Durante este tiempo, aprendió a amar la comida italiana y sobresalió en la preparación de muchos platos italianos. Cinco años más tarde reunió a su familia y se reasenta en Somerville. Era su espíritu y su llamamiento a ser autónomo y trabajar de forma independiente para proveer a su familia. Desde su casa de Somerville estableció “Colchas Primor y mas” vendiendo decoración para el hogar y artículos de joyería de su garaje. Trasladó a su familia al Chelsea y en 2008 abrió Colchas Primor y mas en Broadway en Chelsea. La tienda pronto se convirtió en un popular lugar de compras para muchos residentes. Seis años más tarde se expandiría para abrir una segunda ubicación exitosa en Broadway en Revere. Este verdadero empresario se expandió de nuevo, esta vez adquiriendo Castillo’s Electronics en Chelsea hace 18 meses. Su familia fue su primera devoción, presuiendo para ellos como empresario autónomo fue su pasión secundada sólo por su amor por la comida italiana. Le gustaba cocinar las comidas y salsas desde cero, como aprendió antes durante su tiempo trabajando en restaurantes. Será recordado para siempre como el hombre que se preocupaba más por los demás que por sí mismo, un hombre que te daría la camisa de su propia espalda. Trabajó incansablemente para ayudar a otros a buscar el Sueño Americano. Sin embargo, nunca olvidó a la familia y amigos que dejó en El Salvador. Recordando las dificultades que sufrió, constantemente hacía todo lo que podía para ayudar a los necesitados que permanecía en la tierra de su nacimiento.
Hace menos de un año Carlos fue precedido por su padre Fernando. Le sobrevive su amada esposa de 40 años Rosalía Hernández de Martínez. Fue el siempre amado y devoto padre de Verónica Martínez de MD, Wilman Martínez y su esposa Wendy Burgos de Lynn, Marlon Martínez y su esposa Tabitha Clark de Wakefield, Ever Hernández y Yesenia Hernández ambos en casa en Chelsea. Hijo amoroso de Martina Sánchez de Martínez. Querido hermano de Alejandro y Guadalupe, Fernando y Sidia Martínez, Fredy y Martha Martínez, Walter y María Martínez, David Martínez, Elba Martínez y una hermana predecea Delmi Martínez. También le sobreviven 9 nietos, muchos familiares y amigos. Los servicios funerarios se llevaron a cabo el sábado, a laue asistieron familiares y amigos. Los servicios concluyeron con Carlos siendo colocado para descansar en el Cementerio Woodlawn, Everett. Se dieron arreglos para el cuidado y la dirección de la Funeraria Welsh, Chelsea. Seguimos animando a familiares y amigos que deseen, a ofrecer condolencias en este momento a través del libro de visitas en línea o a enviar una visita personalizada a la tarjeta de condolencias; www.WelshFH.com.
Donald Eugene Miller
Mass Highway Dept. Retiree and Boston Harbor Islands Volunteer Tour Guide
Donald Eugene Miller, 85, entered eternal rest Thursday, February 4 at the Lighthouse Nursing Care Center in Revere surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Oklahoma, the son of the late John Panarese and Vera Miller, when Donald was 2 years old, his family settled in Chelsea, which is where he grew up, attended Chelsea Public Schools and graduated from Chelsea High School with the Class of 1953.
Donald began his working career as a meat cutter at Landy Beef in Boston. He later switched careers and worked in the Highway Department for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. He retired in 2011.
Donald enjoyed his family and friends and he had the wonderful ability to engage everyone in conversation. During his retirement Donald volunteered at the Boston Harbor Islands as a tour guide.
A long time Chelsea resident, he moved to Everett, which is where he has lived for the past 26 years. He will be greatly missed by all who love him.
The beloved husband of Marcia J. (Whalen) Miller, he was the beloved step-father of Sandy LaPointe and her husband, Ed of New Hampshire, brother of the late Barbara and Katherine Miller and dear cousin of Andrew Belsky of Attleboro and John Belsky of Seekonk. He is also lovingly survived by three granddaughters: Danielle LaPointe of Cambridge, Andrea Waldron and her husband, Chris of Boscawen, NH and Nicole Dizer and her husband, Shane of Sandown, NH and two great grandchildren, Autumn and Collin Dizer.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend visiting hours in the Carafa Family Funeral Home, 389 Washington Ave., Chelsea, on Friday, February 12 from 9 to 11 a.m. Donald’s funeral services will follow in the Funeral Home at 11 a.m. Services will conclude with interment at Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett.
Per COVID-19 State Regulations, the Funeral Home is allowed a 35 person capacity limit. All attendees are required to wear face coverings, practice social distancing when greeting the family, pay their respects and exit the funeral home to allow other guests to enter. We encourage family and friends to visit www.carafafuneralhome.com to offer condolences at this time by means of the online guest book or to send a personalized sympathy card.