James V. Nardizzi
December 21, 1934 — April 8, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of James V. Nardizzi, Sr., affectionately known as Jimmy, who departed this life peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on April 8, 2025 at the Kaplan Family Hospice House, at the age of 90. Jimmy left behind a legacy of love, kindness, and culinary artistry that will be cherished forever.
Born on December 21, 1934, in Revere, the beloved son of the late Vincent Nardizzi and Eleanor (Palladino) DeLuple, Jimmy was a devoted husband to his wife, Carol Ann (Brennan), who predeceased him in 2010. Together, they shared 50 wonderful years of marriage and raised a beautiful family of two daughters and two sons in Chelsea.
A talented culinary artist, Jimmy began his career as a sous chef at the Sheraton Copley Plaza Hotel in Boston, where he showcased his skills at the New York World’s Fair and gained recognition for his exceptional talents in food and ice sculpture. In the early 1970’s, together with his father and uncle, they established Nardizzi’s Restaurant, first in Revere and later in Chelsea, where he nurtured a vibrant community of patrons and friends with his passion for cooking.
Jimmy had an unwavering love for the outdoors, enjoying activities such as hunting and fishing that brought him joy and a sense of peace. He is remembered as a man who valued family above all, treasuring the moments spent with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Jimmy was predeceased by his beloved sister, Olympia Cardillo. He leaves behind a loving family, including his cherished daughters: Mary Ann Cimino and her husband, “Patsy” of Revere and Donna Forgione of Chelsea; his sons, James V. Nardizzi, Jr. of East Boston, and Vincent Nardizzi, PhD, of Vancouver, British Columbia. He will be deeply missed by his grandchildren, Adrianna Forgione, Shannon Nardizzi, Jennifer Hallissey and her husband, Keith and Michael Cimino, along with his great-grandchildren, Gianni Cimino, Johnny, Max, and Grace Hallissey. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and extended family members and friends.
Relatives and friends attended visiting hours for James V. Nardizzi, Sr. on Sunday, April 13th at the Welsh Funeral Home, 718 Broadway, Chelsea. His funeral service took place on Monday, April 14th from the funeral home, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Rose Church, 600 Broadway, Chelsea. Services concluded with entombment at Holy Cross Cemetery Mausoleum in Malden.
As we celebrate the life and memory of a remarkable man, we are comforted by the knowledge that his spirit lives on in the hearts of those who loved him dearly. May he rest in eternal peace.
Should friends desire, in lieu of flowers, contributions in Jimmy’s name may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105-1905. WWW.StJude.org/Donate
To send expressions of sympathy, visit www.welshfh.
Armen Vahan Barooshian
September 19, 1936 – April 13, 2025
Armen Vahan Barooshian (88) of Newton passed away peacefully at home on April 13th. He was the loving and devoted husband to his wife of 62 years, Pauline Bilezikian Barooshian; the father of Karin (James) Rizza, Nancy (Gordon) Barnett and Suzanne (Pete) Antoine; grandfather of Daniela and Juliana Rizza; Nelson, Roland and Maya Barnett and Taline and Serena Antoine. He leaves behind his beloved brothers: Berg (Janet) and George (Joan) and many nieces, nephews and friends. Now he joins his siblings: Vahan, John and Vera who have departed before him.
Armen was born and raised in Chelsea where he was an outstanding student athlete at Chelsea High School. He went on to earn a football scholarship to Tufts University ’59 majoring in chemistry. He continued on at the University of Massachusetts, Lowell ‘62 earning his Master’s Degree in chemistry. Armen was a First Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Reserves. He worked for New England Nuclear in the 1970’s as a Director of Analytical Chemistry and later transitioned to DuPont as the Director of Computer Services. He enjoyed his summers in Mattapoisett with his family, sailing and sitting in the sun at “The Wall.”
He was an exceptional husband, father and grandfather. He cherished his grandchildren and was very proud of his Armenian heritage.
Funeral Services were held at First Armenian Church, 380 Concord Ave., Belmont on Tuesday, April 22nd at 10 a.m. Visiting hours were held at Giragosian Funeral Home, 576 Mt. Auburn St., Watertown, on Monday, April 21. Interment was at the Newton Cemetery in Newton.
Expressions of sympathy may be made in memory of Armen Barooshian to AMAA Child Sponsorship, 31 W. Century Road, Paramus NJ 07652 or St Stephen’s Armenian Elementary School, 47 Nichols Avenue, Watertown, MA 02472.