Edward R. Masiello of Stoneham (formerly of Medford) passed away peacefully on January 15, at the age of 87. Born in Boston, he lived a life guided by devotion to his family, service, and quiet strength.
Edward proudly served in the United States Armed Forces and later built a career as a letter carrier, a role he truly loved. He served as President of the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC), Branch 34, and was respected for his integrity and dedication.
He shared 61 loving years of marriage with his wife, Catherine (Tringale) Masiello, who predeceased him. Edward was a devoted father to Deborah and Cynthia Masiello, a loving grandfather to Jessica (Maganzini) Ibarria and her husband, Luis Ibarria, Jason Maganzini, and Noah Masiello, and a proud great-grandfather to Liam, Ella, and Gavin Ibarria. He was also a cherished brother to Roger Masiello and Patti Carter.
Edward will be remembered for his strong character, gentle humor, and kind presence, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
A funeral service will be conducted in the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., Medford, Wednesday, January 21st, at 11:30 a.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend and may visit with the family prior to the service beginning at 10 a.m. Services will conclude with interment at Lindenwood Cemetery, Stoneham.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Edward`s name to St. Jude Children`s Research Hospital, Memorials Processing, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959.