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Emma Pizzi Obituary

Emma M. Pizzi WEYMOUTH Emma M. (OFero) Pizzi, died in the presence of her loving family on Wednesday, December 10, at the South Shore Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Weymouth. She was 96 years of age. Born, raised and educated in North Adams, she had lived in Weymouth since 1941. Mrs. Pizzi studied music at the conservatory and was a concert pianist as well as a piano teacher. She enjoyed playing bingo, trips to Foxwoods and was a member of the Weymouth Senior Citizens and the Daughters of Isabella. Beloved wife of the late Albert J. Pizzi, she is survived by her three sons: Dr. Albert L. Pizzi and his wife Patricia (Zeoli) of Hanover, Dr. Samuel E. Pizzi and his wife Alberta (Silevitch) of Venice, FL and Michael C. Pizzi and his wife Terri (Stetler), also of Venice, FL. Proud grandmother of Albert L. Pizzi Jr., Dr. Kevin Pizzi, Nina Consolini, Darlene Sullivan, Laura Pizzi and David Volpe. Great-grandmother of Nadine, Olivia, Sophia, Victoria, Isabella, Anthony, Marshal, Nolan, Vincent and Zachary. Emma was one of 21 children of the late Angelo and Concetta (Santangelo) Alferio, including her late sisters Rosa Spadaro, Mary Bernardi and Allessandra Carpenter. Funeral from the EAST WEYMOUTH McDonald Funeral Home, corner Middle and Charles Sts (at 3 Charles St.), Monday at 9:00 a.m. Funeral Mass to follow in the Immaculate Conception Church at 10:00. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours Sunday afternoon, 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. Interment St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, Weymouth. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimers Assoc., 311 Arsenal St., Watertown, MA 02472. Mcdonald-funeralhomes.com

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Published by The Patriot Ledger from Dec. 12 to Dec. 13, 2008.

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Jacci Pizzi-Gilmore

December 26, 2008

Dear Pizzi Cousins -

What a fruitful life life Auntie lived and all her way. You were blessed with the knowledge that she witnessed her family's growth and successes, watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren. I hope we are all as lucky. We hold many memories of her and the good times we've shared throughout the years. Blessings to all.
Love Cousin Jacci and Michael and family

Julia Brennan

December 19, 2008

Dear Mike and family, we are sorry to hear about your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with at this time.

Julia and Family

Christine Nash

December 16, 2008

So sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you and your family, Mike.

Jeff and Judy Volpe

December 15, 2008

Dear Mike, Terri and Dave, we were so sorry to hear about Emma's passing. John told us over the weekend. He raved about what a hot ticket she was. We believe we remember meeting her at the graduation party years ago. Sorry we can not make the funeral. Our best to all and again our deepest sympathies to your entire family

Eileen Whitman and family

December 14, 2008

So sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May thoughts of good times help you through this loss.

Linda & Dave Mango

December 14, 2008

Dear Sam & Mike
So sorry to hear of Emma's passing. She was a wonderful, loving woman whom we loved to see when she traveled to Venice. Hugs to you all.

Still playing the piano at 95 years old!

December 14, 2008

Linda & Harold Olson (Raspa)

December 13, 2008

Condolences to all the Pizzi's. She was a great lady.

Ken & Maria Burns

December 13, 2008

Our condolences and prayers are with you all. May fond memories keep a smile in your heart. Ken & Maria Burns

Linda Griffin (LaRossa)

December 13, 2008

I'm so sorry to hear of Aunt Emma, she was so adorable. My thoughts and parayers are with all you you at this time.

cousin Shirley, and Bob Wall and Farrow families

December 12, 2008

Our love and prayers are with all my cousins and families...Aunt Emma sure lived a great life and touched many people..

Susan Hawes

December 12, 2008

My condolences to the Pizzi family. I am sorry to hear of your loss.

Dick Cooke

December 12, 2008

Al and Family
I am sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Bob & Ginny LaRossa

December 12, 2008

Sorry to hear of Aunt Emma's passing! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

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