All Obituaries

     Carl Francis Witham, originally of Waltham, MA, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones.      Born and raised in Waltham, Carl was the second son of the late Oscar E. and Ester E. (Sampson) Witham. He now re-joins his beloved siblings Melvin, Barbara (Lauricella), and John.      Larger-than-life, warm, and friendly, Carl was a man of action who truly embraced every moment. Following his service in the United States Air Force, he ...

     Salvatore Ballaccomo, age 89 of Waltham, passed away on August 28, 2026.       Born on April 21, 1937 in Raffadali, Italy; beloved son of the late Filippo Ballaccomo and Alfonsa Bartolomeo.       He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Caterina (Buscemi) Ballaccomo. Loving father of Antonina Caruso & her husband Joseph, Filippo Ballaccomo and the late Rosalinda Ballaccomo. Cherished grandfather to Nadia Cannistraro ...

     Rev Joseph A. Ruggeri, 91, passed away after an illness on August 13, 2026.  A lifelong resident of Watertown, Massachusetts, he graduated in 1952 from Watertown High School.  With his love of music it was no surprise that he participated in Glee Club (chorus), Band and the Italian Club !! He was also an Election Commissioner.     For two years he worked in the private sector while discerning and joined the Xaverian Missionary Fathers, Holliston, MA to ...

     Brigida (Cafasso) Giovinazzo, age 102 of Watertown passed away on August 25, 2026. Beloved wife of 68 years to Rocco Giovinazzo. Devoted mother to Mary Meyers and her husband Thomas, Anthony, Linda and the late Joseph Giovinazzo. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren Elizabeth and her husband Kevin, Daniel and his wife Nicole, Alex and his wife Diane, Emma and her husband David and Rafael; and 5 great grandchildren. Cherished daughter to the late Enrichetta ...

     On July 6, 2026, Dorothy “Dottie” Frances Adamo went to be with her Lord and Savior after a long, full, and happy life of 99 years. She will be remembered for her faith, creativity, warmth, and deep devotion to the family and friends she loved.      Born in Boston and raised in Medford, Massachusetts, Dottie was the daughter of George E. Knight and Alberta Baker Knight. She graduated from Medford High School and Providence Bible ...

    Loreto Leone passed away peacefully on August 23, 2026, the day before his 96th birthday, surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of Dora (Cedrone) Leone, with whom he shared more than 65 years together. Loving father of Robert Leone and his wife Deborah, and Liliana Trainor and her husband Patrick. Cherished “Nonno” to Natalie, Samantha and Melissa Leone, Daniel Trainor and his wife Emily, Jeffrey and Julia Trainor. Dear brother of ...

    James "Jimmy" Caruso, of Watertown, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2026, at Brigham and Women's Hospital. He was 93 years old.     Born on December 21, 1932, Jimmy was a lifelong resident of Watertown, where he built a life centered on family, friendship, and service. A proud Korean War veteran, he held his military service close to his heart and was honored to have served his country.     Jimmy was the beloved husband of nearly 70 years to ...

     Eva (Chandler) Testa, of Newton, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at her home on July 29, 2026, at the age of 103.      Born on February 4, 1923, in Newton, Massachusetts, Eva spent her entire life rooted in the community she loved. She was the devoted wife of Carmine Testa. The two shared a special bond for 79 years, rarely apart.      Eva was a dedicated homemaker whose greatest joy was caring for her family. She had a remarkable ...

    Irene (LeConti) Cannalonga, age 95 of Belmont, formerly of Watertown, passed away July 19, 2026. Beloved wife to the late Frank Cannalonga. Loving mother of Donna Analetto, & her husband Anthony, Paula Roy and Thomas Cannalonga. Cherished Nana to 10 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Dear sister to Dorothy Girouard, Anthony LeConti and the late Michal LeConti, Barbara Picazio.     Irene lived a long, happy, and fulfilling life centered around the ...

     It is with sadness that our family announces the passing our patriarch, John Piantedosi. On July 18, 2026, John Piantedosi, age 76, passed away with his children at his side. John, often called “Johnny P.” was born in Cambridge Massachusetts, and was raised in Watertown MA. He was the son of the late Fioravante “Leo” and Louise Piantedosi and brother of the late Charlie Piantedosi.      After graduating from Watertown High ...

     It is with profound sadness that our family announces the passing of our truly amazing, beautiful, and inspirational mother and grandmother, Eva Santamaria. Eva passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on July 2, 2026.      Eva was the beloved wife of the late Peter Santamaria, with whom she shared 70½ wonderful years of marriage. Theirs was a love story for the ages. She was a loving and devoted mother to Debra ...

             Peter Santamaria, age 93 of Watertown, passed away on July 3, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband to wife of 70 ½ years, Eva Sansone Santamaria. Devoted Father to Debra Santamaria Rousseau and her late husband Anthony Rousseau of Watertown, and Dean Santamaria, his late wife Heidi of Charleston, West Virginia and his fiancée, Carolyn Anderson. Loving Grandfather to Derek Rousseau, Kerstin Santamaria, ...

     Lorraine (Conti) Arone, 94, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026. A lifelong resident of her beloved hometown of Watertown, MA, she was the eldest of the 15 Conti children from King Street. She is survived by her two youngest siblings, William Conti of Sudbury, MA, and Pamela Mullinax of Charlotte, NC.      Affectionately known to many as "Mimi," Lorraine’s greatest joy in life was her family. She shared over 50 years of marriage with ...

    John 'Muzzy' Vatalaro, age 83, of Watertown and LA (Lower Allston), passed away on June 27, 2026. Born in Boston on December 31, 1942 to the late Ralph & Rose (LeConti) Vatalaro. Beloved companion of 27 years to Sandy O'Connor and daughter Priscilla. Loving father of John Vatalaro Jr, Suzanne Marino and Anthony Vatalaro. Cherished grandfather to John III, Jake, Melissa and Joey and great grandfather to Rose. Dear brother of Genevieve DeLuco and the late ...

    George Terefenko, age 98 of Watertown, passed away on June 19, 2026. Beloved husband to the late Rita (Orleskie) Terefenko. Loving father to Marita Beagan & her husband John. Cherished grandfather to Jesse Beagan & his wife Jacqueline, Charlie Beagan & his wife Laura and Joey Beagan & his wife Georgiana. Dear great grandfather to 6: Rosie, Olivia, Gianna, Claire, George and Sadie.      Family and friends are welcome to come ...