Phillip L. Cipollone
March 3, 1942 – November 16, 2025
It is with both sorrow and celebration that we announce the passing of Phillip L. Cipollone, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, who departed this life peacefully at the age of 82 on November 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at his home. Phillip demonstrated extraordinary courage while living with Parkinson’s Disease for the past five years.
Born in Orsogna, Italy, in 1943 to Lorenzo and Lucia (D’Angelo) Cipollone, Phillip faced adversity early in life, as his mother was mortally wounded while holding him in her arms. Despite the challenges, he remained steadfast among family in Italy for his formative years before embarking on a new chapter in the United States at the age of 11. Settling in Chelsea, he was lovingly raised by his maternal grandmother, Maria D’Angelo, and aunt, Ida D’Angelo and his uncle Nicolo D’Angelo.
A proud resident of Chelsea for 70 years, Phillip attended Carter Junior High School, where he excelled as captain of the football team, and later continued his education at Everett Vocational High School, where he mastered the craft of sheet metal fabrication. As the founder and proprietor of Cipollone Sheet Metal, his contributions to the community resonated throughout his career.
In 1964, Phillip married the love of his life, Mary V. (Wozniak). Their 46-year marriage was a testament to enduring love until her passing in 2010. Together, they raised three devoted sons, instilling in them the values of hard work, family, and passion.
Phillip’s life was enriched by his hobbies, which included home gardening, where he cultivated exquisite tomatoes and expertly crafted wine. An avid hunter, he cherished many seasons spent in the Berkshires of Massachusetts and upstate New York. His involvement in the community was evident through his membership in the Knights of Columbus and the My Pals Club in Chelsea.
Phillip was predeceased by his cherished grandmother Maria, his aunt Ida, her husband Nicolo D’Angelo, and his beloved wife, Mary V. Cipollone. He leaves behind his loving sons: Lawrence Cipollone of Everett; Richard Cipollone, and his partner Liz Joyce of Chelsea; Daniel Cipollone of New Hampshire; and daughter-in-law Clarice MacDonald-Eldridge. He is also survived by his dear cousins, Carmen D’Angelo and his wife, Kathleen of Stoneham and Leonard D’Angelo and his partner, Lea of Norfolk, along with his cherished grandchildren: Andrea, Sarafina, Felicia, and Dana Cipollone, and his adoring great-granddaughter, Azalea Cipollone.
Phillip’s legacy of love and kindness will be honored in a series of ceremonies that will invite all who knew him to join in celebrating his remarkable life. Relatives and friends are warmly invited to attend visiting hours at the Welsh Funeral Home, located at 718 Broadway, Chelsea, today, Thursday, November 20 from 4 to 7 p.m. His funeral services will follow on Friday, November 21st at 10 a.m, conducted from the funeral home. The ceremony will conclude with Phillip being laid to rest alongside his beloved wife in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.
In lieu of flowers, friends and family may honor Phillip’s memory through contributions made in his name to Good Shepherd Community Care, 160 Wells Ave., Newton, MA 02459, or at [https://gscommunitycare.org/Donate]
Phillip Cipollone’s spirit will forever live on in the hearts of those he leaves behind. May he rest in peace and may we celebrate a life well-lived.
Dorothy Webb
Graduate of Chelsea High School,
Class of 1956
Dorothy L. (McKinley) Webb entered eternal rest on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at RegalCare at Courtyard in Medford. She was 87 years of age. Born in Boston, she was the daughter of the late John J. and Mary J. (Dziewgue) McKinley. Dorothy was a Chelsea High School graduate, Class of 1956. She was a long-time resident of Chelsea, Winthrop and Revere, before taking residence at the Courtyard in Medford.
Dottie dedicated her working career as a waitress and hostess at the Hilton at Logan Airport. She loved her job at the Hilton and dedicated more than 50 years of service before retiring. Dottie led a fulfilling life full of love and affection for her family and friends. She was an avid walker; she especially loved walking the beach collecting seashells. She enjoyed traveling, reading and fashion. Most importantly, Dottie enjoyed dining out with her friends and she adored taking care of her grandchildren. Dottie will be forever loved and cherished by all who loved her.
Dottie is the beloved mother of David S. Webb and his wife Mary Ellyn May Webb of Townsend; former wife of the late John R. Webb; dear sister of Jack McKinley and his wife Sally.; cherished grandmother of Justina Webb, Heatherlee Estes and her husband, Christopher, David J. Webb and his wife. Jessica; loving great-grandmother of Haylee, Christopher, Ryker, Max and Marley. She is also lovingly survived by her niece, Kerry McKinley Palmieri, nephews Ryan McKinley and Christopher McKinley and five great nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend visiting hours at the Carafa Family Funeral Home, 389 Washington Ave., Chelsea, on Saturday, November 29 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. Dottie’s Celebration of Life will be in the Funeral Home at 2 p.m; and services will conclude at the Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Dottie’s memory may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N Michigan Ave. Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601 or on-line at www.alz.org