Cynthia Hudson
Of Florida, formerly of Revere
Cynthia A. (Dow) Hudson, 88 of Punta Gorda, Florida, formerly of Port Charlotte, Florida and Revere, peacefully passed away on November 3, 2024.
Born in Chelsea on February 26, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Marjorie R. (Cloues) and Arthur L. Dow. She is survived by her daughters: Lucinda Hudson of Methuen, Kim Griffin and her husband, Joseph of Tewksbury, and Melissa Hudson-Grossi and her husband, Ronald of Chichester, NH. She is also survived by her grandchildren Kimberly, Joseph, Justin and Jordan Griffin; Stephanie and Joseph Picano; and a great-granddaughter, Stella Rose Griffin and a great-grandson Hudson Griffin.
Prior to her passing, Cynthia worked at the Christ Community United Methodist Church of Harbor Heights in Punta Gorda in both the office and at the church thrift shop. Before working at the church, she held a position at the Bill Smiths Appliance Store on Tamiami Trail in Port Charlotte.
The family wishes to have a private service at another time.
Americo “Rico” Moschella
Proprietor of Crystal Floorcraft
It is with profound respect and love that we remember Americo “Rico” Moschella, who was born on May 4, 1936, in Everett and passed away on November 6, 2024.
A compassionate and generous soul, Rico devoted his life to his family and community, embodying the values of kindness and reliability in all he did. Known for his infectious laughter, sage advice, and the warmth he brought to any room, Rico was a beloved fixture in the Massachusetts community.
Rico was the proud proprietor of Crystal Floorcraft, a successful floor covering business in Wakefield, MA, where he poured his dedication and integrity into every project. His customers admired him for his honesty and generosity, and he was known for going above and beyond to ensure satisfaction. Outside of work, Rico was an avid golfer, a long-time member of the Bass Rock Country Club and an avid Boston sports fan. He also devoted many years to the Elks, serving his community with the same spirit of kindness and dedication that defined him. Rico’s love for his home and community was evident in the way he divided his time between Naples, Florida, in the winters, Gloucester in the summers, and his beloved Wakefield, where he settled for many years.
Rico’s greatest joy in life was his wife of 57 years, Susan Moschella. Their marriage was built on mutual respect, deep affection, and shared laughter—a bond that inspired all who knew them and remains a beacon of enduring love.
He was the brother-in-law of Dominic Franzosa, uncle to Anthony Moschella, Susan O’Neil, Michael Moschella, Steven Franzosa, Christine Gottshall, James Franzosa, Peter Salvitti, Thomas Salvitti, Linda Salvitti, Lori Stasio, John Salvitti and Louann Salvitti. Rico was also a cherished uncle to Steve Baglione and his wife, Janet, who will remember his uncle’s wisdom and kindness, Lisa Howie and her husband, Chris, Joe Baglione and his wife, Monica and Gina O’Leary, along with his many loving nieces, nephews, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Carmine Moschella, his mother, Assunta Moschella, and his beloved wife, Susan and sister, Susan Franzosa, brothers Anthony Moschella, Peter and sister-in-law Louise Salvetti.
Rico’s legacy of love, dedication, and generosity will live on in the hearts of those he touched. We invite you to share your memories of Rico and upload photos to his memorial page, as we celebrate a remarkable life and the lasting impact he made. His spirit will forever be remembered, his laughter forever echoed, and his wisdom forever cherished.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St, Revere at 12 Noon on Friday, November 15, 2024 (Everyone to meet directly at church). Relatives and friends are kindly invited. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Rico’s name to the Kaplan Family Hospice: Kaplan Family Hospice Donation. For guest book please visit www.buonfiglio.com.
Roberta Vozzella
Muteals Clerk for 30 years at Wonderland Race Track
Family and friends attended Visiting Hours on Saturday, November 9th in the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals, 262 Beach St., Revere, for Roberta F. (Penta) Vozzella, who passed in the loving presence and care of her family at home on Wednesday, November 5th following a brief illness. She was 85 years old. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St., Revere and interment followed in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.
Roberta was born in Boston on October 7, 1939, to her late parents, James and Mary (Marto) Penta. She was raised in Boston’s North End and was a proud graduate of Girls High in Boston, Class of 1957. Roberta married her husband Joseph Vozzella, also in 1957. She proudly raised her five children and moved to Revere and later to Saugus.
Roberta worked as a Muteals Clerk at the Wonderland Racetrack for 30 years. She was kind, generous and loving devotee to St. Anthony of Padua Church and the Novena, she also taught CCD at St. Anthony’s. Roberta was an avid reader and cherished her book club, Girlfriends of the North End. She was truly a woman of faith and lived her life by example.
Roberta always put her family first, and treasured her time with them constantly, especially her grandchildren, of whom she was so proud. For over 40 years Roberta, and her husband, Joe Sr. enjoyed spending time with family and friends at their Second Home on George Street located in Barnstable on the Cape. Many wonderful and loving memories were created over those years.
She was the devoted wife of 60 years of the late Joseph S. Vozzella, Sr., loving mother of Maria J. Ferro of North Andover, Christine A. Cavagnaro and her husband, Louis, II, and Robert J. Vozzella, all of Revere, Anthony J. Vozzella and his late wife, Astrid Prackatzch of San Francisco, CA, and the late Joseph S. Vozzella, Jr., and his wife, Cheryl; the cherished grandmother of 10 grandchildren and treasured sister of Christina Penta of Boston’s North End, Maryanne Penta of San Francisco, CA, and the late Paula DiMarino. She is also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Anthony of Padua Church Building Fund, 250 Revere St., Revere, MA 02151.
To send online condolences, please visit www.vertucciosmithvazza.com
Funeral Arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals.
