William “Billy” J. Finch of Boston’s North End passed away on January 31, 2018. Beloved son of Susie (Florio) and the late George “Tommy” Finch. Former husband to Maureen Bruno. Loving father of Rosemarie Finch. Cherished grandfather of Michael, Mikaela, Thomas and Damian. Dear brother of Therese Breen and her husband Paul. Also survived by Read More…
George Collins was recently presented with the Good Neighbor Recognition Award for his efforts in cleaning around his Unity Street property. The award was presented by Recognition Committee Chair Janet Gilardi on behalf of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA). George said, I have lived in the North End for 20 years with my wife Tara Read More…
We send our sincere condolences on the passing of Freeway to Marie Simboli. Freeway has made many thoughtful contributions to NorthEndWaterfront.com over the years. Thanks to the Post Gazette for sharing this special remembrance.
The Faneuil Hall Merchants Association will host a Celebration of Life for Carol Troxell on Monday, February 12 from 5pm – 7pm. See the full announcement below and RSVP here.
Carol Troxell, President of the Faneuil Hall Marketplace Merchants Association, passed away last Tuesday, January 16. Carol had been working at the Marketplace since the 1980s. She was the owner of five businesses there: Sprinkles Ice Cream, Quincy’s Place, Kilvert & Forbes Bake Shop, L’Attitude Boston Boutique, and Grasshopper Sweets and Creamery. She was also the Read More…
Dr. Jonathan Fine, age 86, former Director of the North End Community Health Center, passed away on January 17, 2018. A memorial service will be held at 2pm on March 3rd in the Friends Meeting House in Cambridge. Dr. Fine grew up in Boston, graduating from Roxbury Latin School. He went on to study at Swarthmore Read More…
Happy Birthday to North End native Vincenza Raspa, who just celebrated her 105th birthday! Vincenza was born in 1913 and grew up in the North End, attending local schools. She worked first at a canning factory in Boston for 30 years and later as a salesperson at Macy’s department store for 20 years. She is a long-time parishioner Read More…
A Mass for the repose of the soul of Joe Pace will be offered at Saint Leonard Church on Monday, January 15, at 7:00pm. Father Antonio, Pastor of Saint Leonard Parish extends a warm invitation to Joe’s friends and admirers who would like to celebrate his memory and his unfailing generous response to any request for help. Read More…
PACE, Joseph Sr. of Saugus, formerly of Stoneham, on December 24. Beloved husband of Angela (Cappello). Father of Joseph Jr. and his wife Christine and Cara Costa Pace. Son of the late Nicolo and Rosaria (DiPompo). Brother of Maria Pace Barker. Also survived by four grandchildren, Joseph III, Nicolas, Gianna, Nicollette, many nieces, nephews and Read More…
John “Jack” R. Daley, age 94, a longtime resident of Boston’s North End, passed away on December 22, 2017. He was the beloved husband of Loretta (Parziale) Daley; Loving father of John A. Daley and his wife Joanna of Boston; Cherished grandfather of John “Jack” A. Daley of Boston; Dear brother-in-law of Sandra and Anthony Read More…
On Tuesday, December 19th, the North End Seniors held their annual Christmas Party. Members enjoyed a fantastic lunch of antipasto, ziti and meatballs, and cannolis for dessert. There was festive holiday music, poinsettia plants and Christmas presents for each guest. The party was provided through the generosity of our friend George Hadayya. George secured the antipasto and Read More…
St. John School was well represented yesterday as they delivered the school’s donations of hats, gloves and socks for a Christmas Drive to St. Anthony Shrine Outreach Program. The schools 7th and 8th grade students went to the Shrine to drop them off personally and met with the Outreach Coordinator, who explained how the items Read More…