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Joseph Verga, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and legendary tuna fishing captain, passed away peacefully at home on April 5, 2026, surrounded by his devoted family.
Joseph was born on August 28, 1931, in Gloucester to Domenic Verga and Giovanina Verga. He attended St. Ann Grammar School...

José Nunes Silva Jr. 96, husband of the late Isabel C. Silva of Gloucester, passed away on Saturday morning, April 11, 2026, in his home with his family at his side.
José was born in the Azores, Portugal on December 4, 1929, son of the late José Nunes Silva Sr. and Maria Cardoso.
José came with his wife to the...

Cecelia (DeAbreu) Ragusa, 82, of Ipswich, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
She was the widow of her husband Frank G. Ragusa who passed away in June of 2024. They were married for 61 years.
She was born in Gloucester on June 8, 1943, the third and youngest child of Mary (Gonsalves) DeAbreu and Manuel DeAbreu...

Stephanie Gould Cannon Cole died peacefully in her home after a long illness on Friday, March 27, 2026, at the age of 83 years.

Stephanie was an artist since childhood, drawing and painting early in life, and later working in three-dimensional constructions. Most of her artwork was created in her King Street...

Stephen Eric McLane (Steve), age 76, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, March 28th, after a brave battle with pancreatic cancer. He is survived by his wife of nearly 56 years, Nancy (Clarner) McLane, his daughters, Laura McLane of Gloucester and Kate (McLane) Struzziero of Cohasset, Kate's husband Philip...

Nancy Elizabeth Wetmore, of Mission Viejo, CA, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026, in Danvers, Massachusetts, following a brief illness.
She was born in Gloucester, MA on March 20, 1941, and graduated from Gloucester High School and Beverly Hospital School of Nursing.
Nancy led an extraordinary life, full of...

Paul Thomas Russo, age 35, a devoted husband, father, son, and lifelong Gloucester resident, passed away following a courageous 12-year battle with brain cancer. Through every challenge, Paul remained a pillar of strength, grounded by his love for his family and the community he called home.

From a young age, Paul...

Reverend, Dr. Ronald John Michael Gariboldi, Ph.D., a devoted priest, esteemed theologian, educator, and beloved member of his community, was born on May 23, 1935, and entered eternal rest on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
He was the son of the late Irma Delores (Bianchi) Gariboldi, of Magnolia, MA and Montpelier, VT, and...

Madelyn Payzont passed on March 16, 2026 surrounded by loved ones in Tampa Florida ICU. Madelyn was born in Quincy to Marilyn Crowther. Her qypsy feet took her all over the US. Her favorite being the small town of Gloucester where she resided for many years. Madelyn will be remembered for her untamed gypsy soul. She...

David C. Wright Sr., 77, passed peacefully on Tuesday March 24, 2026, at Kaplan Family Hospice House with his family by his side. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Elizabeth E. "Liz" (Sutherland) Wright. He was devoted to her and she to him.
Dave was born in Framingham, MA on August 18, 1948, to the late...

Bruce D. Frost, 78, of Gloucester, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 23, 2026. He was a lifelong resident of Gloucester.
Bruce started his career as a marine electrician, wiring most of the fishing boats in the fleet, later becoming a residential electrician. His three favorite things to do include fishing,...

It is with extremely heavy hearts that we announce the loss of our beloved George C. Williamson, (Chipper). After a courageous and extended battle with Parkinson's disease, Saturday morning on March 14, 2026, he peacefully passed away at home with his daughter, Lucy and wife Molly at his side. He was a man of quiet...

Edward (Ed) Charles Kirmes, 68, of Gloucester, MA, beloved husband of the late Brenda Kirmes, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026. Born in Somerville, MA on August 9, 1957, he was the son of Jack and Margaret Kirmes.
Edward loved spending his time going on adventures with his wife Brenda including going to the...

Willard "Teddy" T. Fowler, Jr., 78 of Gloucester, died on Sunday, March 22nd. Born in Gloucester, he was the son to the late Willard and Alice (Grigg) Fowler and graduate of Gloucester Highschool Class of 1965.
Serving honorably as a U.S. Navy medic during the Vietnam War, Willard was awarded the Bronze Star and...

Albert Henry "Umgie" Enos Jr., of Sugarloaf, Florida, born June 16, 1945, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Born in Gloucester, Massachusetts, to Albert Henry Enos and Ethel Gertrude "Budrow" Enos, Albert grew up with his brother John Edward Enos and his sister Pamela Ann "Enos"...

Richard Allen Royer, 86, a resident of Gloucester, Massachusetts, formerly of Haverhill, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026. He was born in Haverhill on July 25, 1939, to the late Marie (Caron) Royer.
He built his career through hard work and determination. Starting out as a welder, he worked his way up to...

Richard P. Gallant Sr., age 86, of Gloucester, MA, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026 at the Kaplan House in Danvers after a long battle with cancer.
Born and raised in Gloucester, Richard was the son of the late Alfred and M. Madeline (Anderson) Gallant. Richard was educated in the Gloucester school system,...

Fern J. Hilliard, 74, of Gloucester, MA, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 16, 2026, after a lengthy illness
Fern was born to Nancy and George "Frenchy" Hilliard and was a 1968 graduate of Rockport High School.
Fern worked for many years at the Studio Restaurant in Gloucester and also as a limo driver. He was...

Cluett, Stephen M., retired United States Merchant Marine Captain, 61, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026. Born and raised in Gloucester, MA, he was the son of the late Stephen O. and Kathryn (Iggie) Cluett. After spending his childhood growing up on Rocky Neck he went on to attended Tabor Academy in Marion, MA...

John Arthur Goodwin, 77, of Essex, Massachusetts, passed away on Monday, March 9, after a lengthy illness.
John was born on October 1, 1948, in Ipswich, Massachusetts, to Earl and Betty Goodwin. He spent his childhood in Essex, where he learned his work ethic by digging clams and helping his best friends, the Hardy...

Catherine M. (Catania) Randazza, of Gloucester, MA, passed away peacefully with family by her side on March 9, 2026, at the age of 95.
Born in Gloucester on September 17, 1930, she was the first of twelve children born to the late Michael and Sarah (Aiello) Catania, and the beloved wife of the late Captain Salvatore...

Mary Ann Collins passed away on the evening of March 5, 2026, after a long illness. Mary Ann was born in Gloucester on September 1, 1960, to Edwin F. Collins, Sr. and Marilyn (Mazza) Collins. Mary Ann worked at Hogan Regional Center in Danvers and later as a bus monitor for the Gloucester Public Schools. She was a...

Anthony J. Palazola Jr., 64, of Peabody, passed away in his home on Thursday, March 5, 2026. He was born on December 14, 1961, to Anthony and Marcia (Genest) Palazola, who also live in Peabody.

Tony, a loving son, brother, father, uncle, and cousin, is survived by both of his parents, his two brothers Joseph...

James Patrick Darcy, Sr, passed into eternal life on March 1, 2026. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and art, and will be remembered by all who knew and loved him.
Born in Ispwich, Massachusetts, on February 17, 1953, to parents Richard T. Darcy and Salina, he grew up in Gloucester and Rockport, a true...