Friends of Brian Update

Last Saturday, April 18th several of Brian Cashman's friends gathered to remember him and make a donation to Matignon High School in his name. As many of you know, Brian attended Matignon from 1972-1976 and was co-captain of the football team his senior year. The night raised over $4,000 which will be directed to Matignon students needing tuition assistance.

From left to right: Tim Connors, Shawn Murphy, Toby Darling, Ray Darling, Billy Connell,

Glenn Tegan, Tony DiBona, Tom Byrne, Mark Haynes, Billy Sullivan, Steve O'Leary

Bob Endicott, George White and Jerry Connors.

Not pictured but particpating in the evening: John Regan, Frank Thomas, Kathleen Kuhn,

and Bumper Sullivan

Brendon Scalesse

SCALESSE, Brendon M. "B-Dog" Of Everett, on April 10th, age 17. Beloved son of Joseph J., Jr. and Catherine McDonald, both of Everett and both formerly of Cambridge. Brother of Kristin Wheeler of Malden, Kayla McFarland of Tewksbury, and the late Brittany Ann. Grandson of Joseph and Carol (Perry) of Everett, formerly of Cambridge and the late Anna Alfano. Also survived by one nephew, Brendan C. and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Funeral from the Salvatore Rocco & Sons Funeral Home, 331 Main St., EVERETT, Thursday, April 16th at 9 a.m. Funeral Mass in St. Anthony Church, Everett, at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Wednesday 3 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Brendon's memory may be made to the Brittany Ann Scalesse Scholarship Fund, c/o East Cambridge Savings Bank, 243 Salem St., Medford, MA 02155. Interment will be in the Cambridge Cemetery. Complimentary valet parking will be available at the funeral home during Wednesday's Wake.

Friends of Brian

Corporal Burns Park and Kerry Corner Alum

We are organizing a dinner in Brian Cashman's honor to be scheduled later in April

It's our first fundraiser to keep Brian's memory alive.

Here's Brian from a few years back attending a CB Reunion at Harvard Stadium!

If you're interested in attending, I'd be happy to discuss the specifics with you.

Please email me at cnnrs_tm@yahoo.com.

Donna Powers Jones

Some beautiful words about Donna from Kathy Dignan Jones.

"One o'clock today, Thursday, beautiful Donna Powers Jones passed away. May you find peace my friend after your valiant 6 year battle. You are the model for all that is right in the world....gone but will remain in our hearts forever."

3forDonna!

Services for Rich Forsythe

Richie and Gretchen.

Obituary for Richard Forsythe

Beverly - Richard, W. ‘Rich’ Forsythe, 66, of Beverly, formerly of Cambridge, died Thursday, March 19,2015 at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington, MA. The beloved son of Francis & Inez Forsythe of Cambridge. Richard is survived by his daughter Gretchen Bradley and her husband Paul, and son Brett Forsythe, of Beverly. Richard was the proud grandfather of Mason Bradley of Beverly who endearingly called him Papa.He is also survived by his former wife Greta Morrison of Wenham and loving companion Meryl Zassman of Beverly. A loving brother of Carol Scott of Falmouth, Frances Aronis of Billerica, David Forsythe of Reading, and Judith Goodwin of San Diego, CA. He also leaves many nieces and nephews. Richard was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. Retired from a career in Information Technology, employed by American Biltrite, Wang Laboratories, and Mellon Financial Services, and most recently Kaiser Systems in Beverly. He was an avid sports fan and faithful follower of the Boston Red Sox, the New England Patriots and the Celtics. He loved life and was a dear friend to many. He enjoyed music, the arts, his walks around Beverly, playing darts with his son, singing Karaoke, and spending time with family and friends. He was a member of the ICC of Beverly. He had kind eyes and a smile that would warm your heart. He will be truly missed by all who loved him.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. John the Evangelist Church, 111 New Balch St. Beverly, Wednesday, March 25, at 11 AM. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours at the Campbell Funeral Home, 525 Cabot Street, Beverly, Tuesday from 4-7 PM. Burial will be in Central Cemetery, Beverly. In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made in his memory to the woundedwarriorproject.org/donate. Information, directions, condolences at www.campbellfuneral.com,

Richie in Commercials Back in the Day

Do you remember Richie did commercials when he was young? Here's one for Hood Milk.

Richie Forsythye

Richie in Vietnam...looks like a day for mine sweeping.