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Jeannette Speranza Obituary

Of Wrentham, formerly of Westwood, died June 15th. Beloved wife of the late James S. Speranza. Loving mother of Ernest Aquilio of FL, Janine Aquilio of Middleboro and Vincent and Eric Aquilio both of Wrentham. Loving step-mother of Margaret Cannon of ME, James Speranza of ME and Theresa Speranza of FL. Sister of Anna Orecchio of Norfolk and Helen Speranza of VA. Jeannette was predeceased by 3 brothers and 1 sister. Also survived by 7 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours in the Holden, Dunn and Lawler Funeral Home, 55 High Rock St. (off Route 109) WESTWOOD on Thursday June 19th from 4-8pm. Funeral from the funeral home on Friday morning June 20th at 9am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Margaret Mary's Church at 10am. Interment at St. Mary's Cemetery, Middleboro. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jeannette's memory to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St, Framingham MA 01701. Jeannette taught piano for the Speranza School of Music for 25 years and was a CCD teacher at St. Margaret Mary's Parish, Westwood for 10 years. Holden-Dunn-Lawler 781-326-0074

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Published by Boston Globe from Jun. 18 to Jun. 19, 2008.

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Lisa Pelosi

July 1, 2008

Eric, Vinny and family,

Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Lisa, Bob, Ryan & Robert Pelosi

Maria Lombardo

June 18, 2008

Ernie-
Your family at Parker Aerospace - AFD, Naples wants you to know that you are in our prayers.

Human Resources Team Parker, AFD, Naples

June 18, 2008

Dear Ernie and Family
Our thoughts and love are with you and your family. In time may your sorrow be replaced by gentle memories of your time spent together.

Maurine and Duane

June 18, 2008

Dear Eric,
We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was a vibrant, caring woman who will be missed. May you be comforted by the love of your friends and family during this difficult time of sorrow.

Debbie (Marchand) Dugdale

June 18, 2008

Ernie,
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Debbie (Marchand) Dugdale

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