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Located at 1145 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, 02476, DeVito Funeral Homes is a trusted and compassionate funeral home that has been serving the community for years. With a commitment to providing exceptional service and support, DeVito Funeral Homes is dedicated to helping families navigate the difficult process of saying goodbye to their loved ones.

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Zhi Qing Wu - November 12, 1957 - June 16, 2021

Departed: 06/16/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Wu, Zhi Qing of Boston passed away on June 16th. A private burial will be held in Mt. Benedict Cemetery, Boston.

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Elaine J. Griffin - July 12, 1935 - June 14, 2021

Departed: 06/14/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Elaine Janet Griffin (MacLeod) entered into eternal rest surrounded by her loving family by her side on June 14, 2021. Elaine was born on July 12, 1935, and was married to the love of her life Francis X. Griffin of Arlington for over 65 years. Loving Mother of Francis Griffin and his wife Karen, John Griffin and his wife Maureen, Daniel Griffin and his wife Ginny, Thomas Griffin and his wife Jacqui, Karen Fitzgerald and her husband Daniel, Robert Griffin and his wife Katie all of Arlington, and Kathleen Potter of North Reading. Grammy to Keely, Nolan, Brendan, Aidan, the late Matthew, Luke, Andrew, Bryan and his wife Alex, Michael and his wife Becca, Faith, Shannon and Molly Griffin, Ashley Geib and her husband Shane, Daniel and Kayla Fitzgerald, Melissa, Thomas, Jared, Marky, Sarah, and Griffin Potter. Great Grammy to Cole and Addison Griffin. Loving aunt to many nieces, nephews and family. Sister of the late Wayne MacLeod and sister-in-law of Catherine Griffin, Katherine Griffin and her late husband James and the late Mary Desmond and her husband James and the late Sissy MacLeod. Beloved daughter of the late W. Gordon and Mabel MacLeod of Prince Edward Island, and Arlington, MA. Elaine was most proud of her seven children, twenty-one grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She loved to brag about their accomplishments and was a fixture in the stands at all of their sporting events, dance recitals, and school activities. She enjoyed crocheting, knitting, face-timing, playing cards, square dancing, and vacationing in Wells Beach and Aruba. Relatives and friends are invited to visit in the DeVito Funeral Home 1145 Mass. Ave., ARLINGTON on Friday from 4-8 pm and to her funeral mass on Saturday at 10 am in St Agnes Church. A livestream is available at cparl.org. Please meet directly at church; funeral home staff will be available to assist with parking. Burial to follow in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.

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Gladys A. Pessotti - April 28, 1928 - June 12, 2021

Departed: 06/12/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Pessotti, Gladys A., "Fuzz" (Somers) of Burlington formerly of Arlington June 12. Beloved wife of the late George R., "Dutch" Pessotti. Mother of George Pessotti Jr. and spouse Paul Trudeau of Boca Raton, FL

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Patricia A. Maguire - Unknown - June 12, 2021

Departed: 06/12/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Patricia A. Maguire a lifelong Newton resident and resident of Harwich, MA passed away on June 12, 2021. Dear daughter of Lorraine ( Kiely) and the late Robert E. Maguire of Newton and West Harwich. Loving sister of Robert , Jr. and his wife Elizabeth of NJ, Dennis and his wife Vivienne of Newton, Kathleen Noonan and Terrence Boyle of Wellesley and Brendan and his wife Christine McGinn of Millis. Honey is also survived by her 8 nieces and nephews.

Her Mass of Christian Burial will be held this Friday , June 18, at 10 am in the Holy Trinity Church West Harwich , MA.

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Edward E. McCarthy - October 08, 1935 - June 11, 2021

Departed: 06/11/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: McCarthy, Edward E. "Mac" of Arlington on June 11th. Beloved husband of the late Mary (Dustin) McCarthy. Loving father of Patricia Lawton and her husband Raymond of Wakefield, Kevin McCarthy of Arlington, Coleen Ryan and her husband William of N. Chelmsford, Sean McCarthy and his wife Donna of Merrimack, NH and the late Laureen Cobuccio and her husband Michael of Merrimack, NH. Dear grandfather of 14 and great grandfather of 8. Predeceased by his 7 brothers and sisters and also survived by his many loving nieces, nephews and family members. Mac also leaves behind his cherished dog Pepper. Relatives and friends are invited to visit in the DeVito Funeral Home on Saturday from 9-11 am. Burial with military honors is private.

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Jonathan D. Groves - October 08, 1969 - June 10, 2021

Departed: 06/10/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Jonathan D. Groves, of Arlington, passed away suddenly on June 10th. Beloved son of William and Sandra (Bush) Groves of Arlington. Dear brother to Bill Groves of Arlington and Heidi Candiloro and her husband Brian of Hudson. Loving uncle to Colin and Steven Candiloro. Jonathan is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles and cousins.

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Robert R. Toscano - September 27, 1940 - June 07, 2021

Departed: 06/07/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Toscano, Robert R. of Providence RI, formerly of Arlington on June 7th. Son of the late Francesco and Gemma Toscano (DeFabritis). Brother of the late Edmund Toscano, Inez DeLia, Gloria M. Savard, Philip Toscano, Leo M. Toscano, Geno Toscano and Maria Re. He is survived by twelve nieces and nephews; Angela Check, Ronald DeLia, Anthony DeLia, Denise Movsessian, Paul Savard, Donna Mah, David Savard, Michele Gutman, Lisamarie Hathaway, Maryann Mitiaev, Robin Chartier and Christopher Toscano. He is also survived by twenty-two grand nieces and grand nephews and 14 great great nieces and nephews. Robert is a late Vietnam Army Veteran and was considered "Mayor" of Netop Dr., in Providence RI; where he considered his dear neighbors to be his adopted family. Robert was a family man and always made it a point to attend birthdays and family celebrations. A retired longtime employee of the USPS and previously Maytag. Relatives and friends are invited to visit in the DeVito Funeral Home 1145 Mass. Ave., ARLINGTON on Saturday from 9:00 - 11:00 and to his funeral mass at 11:30 am in St. Camillus Church. Burial to follow in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Please visit devitofuneralhome.com to view an online guestbook.

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Anne G. Aftuck - August 29, 1943 - June 05, 2021

Departed: 06/05/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Anne G. (Goepper) Aftuck of Arlington passed away on Saturday June 5th at the Mt. Auburn Hospital.

Born in Boston, MA to the late Kenneth and Rosemary (Brooks) Goepper. Anne was the beloved wife of Anthony Aftuck for over 53 years and loving mother of Scott Aftuck of Charlestown, Christine and her husband James Hanson Jr. of Medford and Lynne Aftuck of Arlington. She enjoyed spending time with family, which included numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews, cousins and godchildren. Anne was an avid Red Sox fan, crossword enthusiast, and animal lover. Anne enjoyed a long and rewarding career as a 2nd grade teacher at Bishop School in Arlington.

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Charles H. Hochmuth - May 15, 1947 - May 31, 2021

Departed: 05/31/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Charles Henry Lasserre Hochmuth, 74, of Arlington, MA, died peacefully on May 31, 2021 after a short illness. Born in Atlanta on May 15, 1947, 20 minutes after his twin sister, Charles was the son of the late Col. Milton S. Hochmuth, a career U.S. Army officer, and Genevieve L. Hochmuth.

A graduate of Bethesda Chevy Chase High School in Maryland and Johns Hopkins University, where he participated in its ROTC program, Charles was a First Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. He served in the Vietnam War as a psychological operations field team leader, one year after his father served in the same war.

After the Army, Charles joined the Veterans Administration in Washington, DC, as a systems analyst, specializing in the DEC PDP-11 and later the VAX. In 1979, he moved to the Boston area and became the second employee at InterSystems Corp., a database software maker for the healthcare industry, where Charles was an information technology director for over 40 years. Now headquartered in Cambridge, InterSystems is a global, 1,500-employee company.

Among Charles’ passions were still-life photography, antique car and motorcycle restoration (including a 1956 DeSoto and a 1972 Motto Guzzi), military history, fine food and wine, cat videos, and talking loudly with friends and family about the many things he knew, and the few things he didn’t.

He loved the French language, which he spoke fluently, and French culture, having partly grown up in France. He especially enjoyed spending vacations in St. Jean-de-Luz and Ciboure, France, where he could spend quality time with his uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Charles is survived by his loving wife, Mary Stack of Arlington, and son, Philippe Hochmuth and his wife Sarah of Maynard. Known as “Pops” to his beloved grandchildren, Lillian and Maxwell, Charles was also a loving brother to his twin sister, Catherine LeFever of Melbourne, FL, as well as Henry Hochmuth of Luxembourg, and Claire Lohmann and her husband, Jörg Lohmann, of Ciboure.

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Gloria E. Merluzzo - January 20, 1933 - May 29, 2021

Departed: 05/29/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Merluzzo, Gloria E., (Surette), of Billerica formerly of Arlington May 29. Beloved wife of the late Rico A. Merluzzo. Mother of Thomas and his wife Paula of Billerica, Paula Kerrigan and her husband Brian of Shirley and Richard of Derry, NH. Also survived by 5 grandchildren and 1 great grand son. Sister of Thomas and his wife Christine Surette of NH and the late Clifford and Paul Surette. Funeral from The DeVito Funeral Home 1145 Mass Avenue ARLINGTON Wednesday morning at 9:00 followed by a funeral mass at 10:00 at St. Eulalia Parish, Winchester. Visiting at the funeral home Tuesday 3:00 to 7:00pm.

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Ronald J. Paolillo - February 18, 1947 - May 25, 2021

Departed: 05/25/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Paolillo, Ronald James of Waltham, formerly of Arlington, passed away unexpectedly May 25, 2021. Ronnie is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Eleanor Paolillo (Polimeni) and their three children, daughter Laura Paolillo and Paul Anciello, son Randy and wife Kristy Paolillo, and daughter Christina and husband Phil Giordano. He is survived by his sister Frances Fugazzotto and husband Walter, and brother James Paolillo and wife Sherry. He was the adored son of the late Jim and Rosalinda Paolillo (Masci) of Somerville. His spirit carries on in his treasured grandchildren, Gabriella, Olivia, Isabella, Kaila May, and Michael. He is also survived by several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, many nieces, nephews and very dear friends. A graduate of Somerville High and an avid Boston sports fan, he was the founder of E & P Carpet of Arlington and a long time coach of Arlington Pop Warner and fan of Arlington youth sports. Funeral from the DeVito Funeral Home 1145 Mass. Ave., ARLINGTON on Saturday at 9 am followed by a funeral mass at 10 am in St. Camillus Church. Relatives and friends are invited to visit in the funeral home on Friday from 4 - 8 pm. Please visit devitofuneral.com to view an online guestbook.

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Edward N. Campbell - May 26, 1933 - May 22, 2021

Departed: 05/22/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Campbell, Edward Neil, 87 of Watertown,went home to God unexpectedly on May 22, 2021. He was the son of the late Neil and Teresa (Costigan) Campbell. Eddie was the brother of Rosemary Campbell of Watertown and the late Arthur Campbell.

A graduate of Watertown High School, class of 1951. Eddie was a Korean War Veteran and long-time employee of Boston Edison. He was an avid gardener and music lover. He was a devoted sports fan, especially of local youth and college teams and all Boston sports teams.

Funeral services will be private.

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Mario V. Di Legge - January 15, 1949 - May 22, 2021

Departed: 05/22/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Di Legge, Mario of Watertown. All arrangements were held privately.

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Nunzio J. Luca - June 11, 1935 - May 19, 2021

Departed: 05/19/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Luca, Nunzio John. of Westborough and formerly of Dedham, passed away surrounded by his family on May 19, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Julia Luca. Devoted father of Annette (James) Prueitt of Grafton, Andrea (Thomas) McKenna of Groton, John and Laura Luca of Medway. Proud Papa to Adam, Juliette, and Helen Prueitt, Owen and Evan McKenna, Joseph and Micheal Luca. They all have wonderful, timeless, treasured memories of their Papa. Son of the late C. Charles and Helen Luca. Brother of Grace Ayers of Wakefield and of the late brothers Vincent, Charles, Joseph, and David and baby sister Constance. Survived by Mary Luca, Judy Luca, Rose and Joseph Paladino and Jeffery Paladino. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews in California, Florida, Massachusetts, and New York. Nunzio served his country in the United States Army, received degrees from both Massachusetts College of Art and Columbia University. He was The Art Director of Malden Public Schools for 33 years. In 2013, Nunzio moved to Westborough where he enjoyed making new friends, playing cards, and enjoying wonderful company with day trips to local museums, shopping, all the eateries and sharing his love of art. Services are private.

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Barbara J. Mahoney - April 15, 1934 - May 19, 2021

Departed: 05/19/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: In Loving Memory of Barbara Jean (Mitchell) Mahoney

Barbara ( Mitchell ) Mahoney of Tewksbury, MA passed away peacefully on Wednesday May 19, 2021 after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s comforted by her family.

Born in Boston, MA, she was the eldest child of Thomas and Kathryn Mitchell, sister of the late Gail McCormick of Colorado and the late Thomas Mitchell III of Arlington. She married John Patrick ( Jocko ) Mahoney Jr on November 5, 1955 and they had fifteen children who they raised in Arlington. Barbara is survived by her children:

Cathi Davis of Somersworth, NH, Cyndi Ferrante of Chelmsford MA, Jack Mahoney of Miami, Fl, Cheri Mahoney of Reading, MA, Carolyn Mahoney of Wakefield, MA, Tini DeProfio of Middleton, NH, Claire Parkhurst of Franklin, MA, the late Carin Mahoney of Woburn, MA, Connie Mahoney of Woburn, MA, Jim Mahoney of Nashua, NH, Corinne Russo of Watertown, MA, Barbara Baum of Amherst, NH, Joe Mahoney of Tewksbury, MA, Beverly Lyons of Watertown, MA and Billy Mahoney of Chelmsford, MA. And her many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

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Roger James Montalto - September 30, 1975 - May 19, 2021

Departed: 05/19/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Montalto, Roger James of Newton, passed away unexpectedlyon May 19th. Loving husbandof Aly (Lindsay) Montalto. Cherished father of Cara, JJ and soon to be Maya who is due in September. Beloved son of James and Carolyn (Moretto) Montalto and dear brother of Amy Montalto and her significant other Joe Gresci and Timothy Montalto and his wife Perrin. Adored uncle of Owen Montalto and Patrick and Ryleigh Smith. Son in law of Dennis Lindsay and his wife Angela. Roger is also survivedby his sister in law Jaqueline Smith and her husband Steve, brother in law Troy Lindsay and his wife Kristina and his brother in law Michael Lindsay. Roger leaveshis many lovingaunts, uncles and family. Roger was aWellesley High School class of 1994 graduate, anavid Boston sports fan and the most important things in his life were his family, children and the FAM. Relatives and friends are invited to visit in the DeVito Funeral Home 761 Mt. Auburn St., WATERTOWN on Thursday from 4-7 pm. A service of remembrancewill take place at 6:15 pm.

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Sarah Falese - March 01, 1923 - May 18, 2021

Departed: 05/18/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Falese, Sarah (Pizzuto) of Belmont, peacefully on May 18th. Beloved wife of the late John J. Falese. Mother of John of Watertown and Ann Tufts and her husband Robert of Stoneham. Grandmother of Patrick and Andrew Tufts. Sister of the late Caroline, Thomas, Josephine, Michael, Patrick and Lucy. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to visit in the DeVito Funeral Home 761 Mt. Auburn St., WATERTOWN on Friday from 9:00 - 10:30 am and to a funeral mass on Friday at 11:00 am in Sacred Heart Church. Burial to follow in Cambridge Cemetery.

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Charles Anthony Luca - April 25, 1941 - May 17, 2021

Departed: 05/17/2021 (Arlington)

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Shiv Kapuria - November 28, 1938 - May 14, 2021

Departed: 05/14/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Kapuria, Shiv K., of Bedford, MA passed away peacefully the morning of May 14th surrounded by his loved ones. Born on Oct. 28, 1938, he led a life of friends, travel, and family. He is survived by his dear wife Sarita, his children and their spouses: Samir and Enery Kapuria, Aarti and Manu Goel, and his absolute favorite people on earth -- his grandchildren: Ishaan and Rohan Kapuria and Simren Goel.

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Jorge E. Calderon - April 06, 1992 - May 12, 2021

Departed: 05/12/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Jorge E. Calderon was born in Los Angeles, CA but raised in Arlington, MA. He was an amazing athlete in lacrosse and football during his high school years. He is a graduate of Arlington High School Class of 2010.

Jorge believed in working his hardest for his family and to provide so much fun-filled adventures. His humor will always brighten the lives of anyone that approached him.

He worked at the Cheesecake Factory in multiple locations across the region and enjoyed working with his hands in construction projects in various parts of the greater Boston area. He will be forever in our memories.

He passed away peacefully at Lahey Hospital of Burlington on May 12, 2021 with his loved ones at his bedside.

Jorge is survived by his fiancé Kristin Szopa, sister Nathalie Calderon, brother Jese Calderon, and parents Sandra and George Calderon. Jorge is survived by his children Charlotte and Ethan Calderon.

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Mary R. Furey - April 01, 1942 - May 10, 2021

Departed: 05/10/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Mary R. Furey of Arlington, passed away on May 10th. Beloved daughter of the late Walter and Rita (McCarthy) Furey. Dear sister to the late Joseph Furey. Loving aunt to nephew Sean Furey and his wife Karen of Lynnfield and their children Shayleigh, Shannon, Skylar and Shayne, nephew Joe Furey and his wife Kathy of Pepperell and their children Kelsey, Dylan and Hunter and niece Julie Mallett and her husband Billy of Lynnfield and their children Bryan, Jake and Kiera. Also survived by many cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to visit at the DeVito Funeral Home 1145 Mass. Ave., Arlington on Friday May 14th from 9am to 11am and to a funeral mass in the St. Agnes Church at 11:30am. Interment to follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.

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John T. Miranda - February 06, 1968 - May 09, 2021

Departed: 05/09/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Miranda, John T. of Epsom, NH formerly of Arlington passed away suddenly on May 9th. Born in Winchester, he was the son of Patricia (Galvin) and Michael Miranda. John was a loving father, son, and husband and stepfather to 4 step children, Melonie, Aubrey, Christopher and Matthew and grandpa to 7 grandchildren Kira, Macy, Oliver, Killian, Flora, Jasper and Elishia and uncle of Kelsey and Jenna. Loving brother to the late Michael Oliver. Raised and educated in Arlington, he was a graduate of Minuteman Technical High School and had a passion for woodworking, especially making ducks, pens and bowls. John was a little boy at heart; he was always smiling, happy, fun loving and joking. He loved his friends and family. Relatives and friends are invited to visit in the DeVito Funeral Home 1145 Mass. Ave., ARLINGTON on Saturday from 9-11 am and to a funeral home service at 11am. Burial to follow in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.

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Lore Levitt - August 09, 1927 - May 04, 2021

Departed: 05/04/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Lore Levitt, who passed away in Cambridge on May 4, 2021 at the age of 93, loved few things more than sharing stories and nature experiences with children, both young and old. Throughout her life, she helped young people who were in need. She taught them, tutored them, and was a passionate advocate for them in their schools. She was warm and open to all.

Lore was born in the small German industrial town of Hattingen in 1927. As a child, she went to Hebrew school and services at the Hattingen synagogue her grandfather helped build. In elementary school, she remembered being forced to salute and say Heil Hitler. When a teacher began teaching the explicit Nazi antisemitic ideology in class, Lore spoke up and walked out. Her father was called, but the school decided to let her to skip that class and she never returned to it. Lore’s Jewish identity helped shaped her values throughout her life. She always retained a strong independent streak and willingness to speak up for truth and justice.

In 1938, when Lore was 11, her father was forced to sell his family business at a fire sale price as Nazism blazed throughout Germany. The family finally applied for visas to the United States and moved to Cologne to await visas. There German law excluded her from public schools so she attended an orthodox Jewish school. During Kristallnacht witnessed the burning of their Roonstrasse synagogue. They later learned that the rabbi had been thrown into the fire. The next year, in the Fall of 1939, her family was granted one of the last visas to the United States. They sailed on the Statendam, a Dutch cruise ship. It was one of the last ocean liners to leave Europe before war was declared (during the trip they picked up some survivors from torpedoed boats at sea). Lore’s two older teenage brothers, John and Charlie, who had been at school in Italy. They fled to Holland to joined their family for the voyage. ​After some time in Gloversville, New York, the family settled in Cincinnati, Ohio. Lore was 13. Three years later she was at the University of Cincinnati, joined the NAACP, and began her lifelong commitment to social justice. She participated in protests to desegregate Cincinnati’s amusement park. Some years later she participated in the Encampment for Citizenship, a summer program that brought youth of all races, religions and socioeconomic status together and encouraged them to become active in their communities. One of her favorite memories was of a picnic at Val Kill, New York where she was served hot dogs by Eleanor Roosevelt, one of the encampment’s prominent supporters. ​

​Lore went on to study early childhood education at the Bank Street College of Education in New York City and she began her life’s work: teaching young children and helping young people in difficult circumstances who lacked sufficient family support. In 1954, she took a position as the head teacher of a nursery school in Ithaca, New York. She met the love of her life, David Levitt, then a Cornell graduate student, at a Bayard Rustin concert. Two years later they married, and moved to West Philadelphia near the University of Pennsylvania where Dave pursued his PhD in experimental psychology. They made their home in Powelton Village, an integrated hot bed of civic activism and began raising their two children, Dan and Josh.

​Lore and Dave’s shared interest in improving education became one of the central pillars of their lives. If Lore had ever cataloged the many ways in which she helped children she took an interest in, it would go on and on and on. She founded a nursery school in the Mantua Projects, an impoverished African American community a few blocks away from their home, while Dave founded a science club for kids. Dave was active in Philadelphia’s Citizen’s Committee for the Improvement of Education. When Lore once had the opportunity to briefly meet Martin Luther King, characteristically, she urged King to focus on education for African Americans in addition to civil rights. She recalled that he was non-commital.

In the early 1970s, Dave and Lore moved to Wynnfield, a formerly Jewish neighborhood in West Philadelphia that was swiftly becoming largely African American. She was a teaching assistant at the (John Dewey inspired) School in Rose Valley and founded a free reading and math tutoring program at the Wynnfield Public Library. She obtained a Master’s as a reading specialist at the University of Pennsylvania and went on to work in a variety of schools.

This was not always easy because she chose to work with the most vulnerable children, often in difficult and rigid educational systems and institutions. She found the predominantly traditional modes of teaching ineffective and outdated. Lore could not help but be a truthteller, even when it was impolitic. While working at the Methodist Home for Children, an orphanage near her home, she began also working intensively with some of her students on her own time. She tutored them in reading, Dave tutored them in math, and she forcefully advocated for them in their schools and institutions. These efforts brought her great joy and she continued to work one on one with children for the rest of her life.

​Lore loved nature and Dave had the idea of creating Nature Saturdays, a free program for local kids who had never visited nearby Fairmount Park. In the late 1990s, they obtained funding to start the program and recruited a diverse group of volunteers to give the kids enriching experiences. These included a local policeman who brought his collection of animal skeletons.

​In 1999, Lore and Dave moved to Cambridge, Massachusetts to be close to their child, Dan Levitt and his wife, Ariadne Valsamis. Lore took daily care of her two grandchildren, Zoe and Eli, and volunteered as a reading specialist in the Cambridge public schools. She continued to help individual children in difficult family circumstances. She and Dave tutored them, took them on day trips, and advocated for them in their schools and programs. Dave and Lore also joined the Friends of Fresh Pond where they helped provide nature programs for young people that fostered creativity.

​ Despite the trauma of her youth, Lore had an extraordinary ability to find joy in the world and the people around her. She made friends everywhere, including supermarket shopping lines and Cambridge streets. And, with her wonderful empathy for and understanding of children, she could engage with them on their level to share stories, art, folk music and wonder about the world. She was a genius at reading children and intuiting what they were thinking.

​Lore was preceded in death by her son, Josh Levitt, her brothers, John Gumperz, a founder of the field of ethnolinguistics at the University of California, Berkeley, and Charlie Gumperz, a machinist at Boeing. Lore is survived by her husband Dave, her son, Dan and his wife Ariadne, her grandchildren Zoe and Eli, her niece, Jenny Gumperz and her wife Carol Glaser, her nephew Andrew Gumperz, his wife Liz, and their children, Josh and Emily, as well as her cousin Dan Rahimi, his wife Julie Comay, and their children.

Contributions in her memory may be made to Food for Free, (foodforfree.org) a Cambridge-based organization that rescues unused food from institutions and provides it to families and children in need in Cambridge and the Boston area.

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Emily M. Price - July 20, 1926 - May 03, 2021

Departed: 05/03/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Price, Emily M., of Arlington passed away peacefully on May 3rd. Survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service on Thursday at 1pm at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Please meet at the front gate of the cemetery.

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Carmella L. Fico - May 31, 1926 - May 01, 2021

Departed: 05/01/2021 (Arlington)

Obituary Preview: Fico, Carmella L., (Sabatino) of Watertown May 1. Beloved wife of the late Gerald A. Fico Sr. Mother of Judith Fico, Richard Fico, Robert Fico and Sally Grant and the late Gerald A. “Jay” Fico Jr. . Grandmother of Leah and her husband Kostas Dafoulas, Jason and his wife Tina, Justin and his wife Rachael and their mother Paula Fico and Lauren and her husband Patrick Langan and her mother Cathy Fico. Great grandmother of Niko, Amelia, Patrick and Faith. Sister of Marie Dooley and her husband Frank, Geraldine Berry and her husband Marcus and the late Ernest Sabatino and his wife Helen. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and her cousin and life long friend Rita Cugini. Due to COVID-19 all funeral services are private. If desired expressions of sympathy may be made in Carmella’s memory to: St Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. To send an online condolence visit, devitofuneralhomes.com

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An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It may also include information about their family, achievements, and any notable accomplishments.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a permanent record of the person's life and legacy.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, the family or loved ones of the deceased write the obituary, often with the assistance of a funeral home or obituary writer. In some cases, the deceased may have written their own obituary in advance.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about memorial services, donations, or other ways to honor the deceased.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary, but it's generally recommended to keep it concise and focused on the most important details. Aim for 1-2 paragraphs at most.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many online obituary platforms and newspapers allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can help personalize the tribute and make it more engaging.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to inquire about their submission process and guidelines. Be prepared to provide the necessary information and payment for publication.

Can I publish an obituary online?

Yes, there are many online platforms and websites that allow you to publish an obituary, such as Legacy.com, ObitsArchive.com, or social media sites like Facebook. These options are often free or low-cost.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The timeframe for publishing an obituary varies depending on the platform or newspaper. Online obituaries can be published immediately, while print newspapers may take several days or weeks.

Can I edit or update an obituary after it's been published?

Sometimes, yes. If you've published an online obituary, you may be able to edit or update it through the platform's website. For print newspapers, changes may not be possible once it's gone to press.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies widely depending on the platform or newspaper. Online options are often free or low-cost, while print newspapers may charge by the word or line.

What is a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, typically including only the most basic information such as name, age, and date of death. It's often used in conjunction with a full obituary.

What is the difference between an obituary and a eulogy?

An obituary is a written notice announcing a person's death and providing biographical information. A eulogy is a speech or written tribute delivered at a funeral or memorial service to celebrate the person's life and legacy.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Yes! While an obituary should be respectful, it's okay to inject some personality and humor into the writing to reflect the deceased person's spirit and character.

How do I handle sensitive information in an obituary?

If you're unsure about sharing certain details or want to avoid causing distress to others, consider consulting with family members or a trusted advisor before publishing the obituary.

Can I include charitable donations in an obituary?

Yes! Many people choose to include information about charitable donations in lieu of flowers as a way to honor the deceased person's memory and support a good cause.

What if I need help writing an obituary?

You can ask a funeral home or professional writer for assistance. Some online platforms also offer templates or guidance to help you craft an effective and meaningful obituary.

How do I share an online obituary with others?

You can share the link via email, social media, or messaging apps. You can also print out copies to distribute at memorial services or other gatherings.

Will my online obituary remain available forever?

Policies vary by platform, but many online obituaries remain accessible indefinitely. Be sure to check with the platform for their specific policies on archiving and preserving content.

Can I create an online memorial page in addition to an obituary?

Yes! Many platforms allow you to create a dedicated memorial page where friends and family can share memories, photos, and condolences.

How do I ensure accuracy when writing an obituary?