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Francis Merenda Obituary

Of Andover, formerly of Everett and Malden. June 18. Beloved husband of Mary F. (Lavalle) for over 56 years. Dear and devoted father of Francis P. Merenda of Everett and Donna M. Merenda of Andover. Brother of Dr. Peter F. Merenda of Warwick, RI, Natalie Cook of Carlisle and Marilyn D'Avanzo of FL. Loving Papa of 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Funeral from the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) EVERETT, Monday morning at 8. Funeral Mass in the Immaculate Conception Church, Pleasant St., Malden, at 9 a.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Visiting hours Sunday 3-7 p.m. Interment Knollwood Memorial Park, Canton. Late member of the E Club of Everett and the Submarine Veterans of WW II, Bay State Chapter. Contributions in his memory to the E Club of Everett "Scholarship Fund", P. O. Box 490135, Everett, MA, 02149 would be sincerely appreciated. Late U. S. Navy Veteran. CAFASSO & SONS FUNERAL HOME EVERETT 617-387-3120

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Published by Boston Globe from Jun. 21 to Jun. 22, 2008.

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Corey McKinnon

June 23, 2008

Merenda Family,

My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Nicole DeVita

June 22, 2008

Mary,

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Franny. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He was a wonderful man and a wonderful friend to my dad. Love, Jean, Jim and Nicole

James Keane

June 22, 2008

When I remember Fran I think of the word loyalty; to family, friends, city and country. In my heart you'll always be in the "winners circle".

Carol & Steve Wallach

June 22, 2008

Mary, please accept our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the passing of your husband, Francis. Both of you were always so kind to my parents, Bella & Julius, and he will always be remembered.

Suzanne Dionne

June 22, 2008

Dear Merenda family,

I would like to extend my sincere sympathy to the Merenda family at this most difficult time. My thoughts are with all of you.

I will remember Fran as a man, who was always so dedicated to his family. He loved and was very proud, of his children and grandchildren.

I will treasure the wonderful memories that I have of Fran and will always remember him fondly.

Francesca Hirtle

June 22, 2008

Dear Merenda Family,

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of such a great man. Let me know if you need anything. You'll be in our prayers and thoughts....

sincerely,
a cooworker at MGH

Liz Levy

June 22, 2008

We were deeply saddened to hear the news about Mr. Merenda. We send our thoughts and condolences to the Merenda family.

Jerry Gilmore

June 21, 2008

Fran worked in my group at Draper for many years. He was a great contributor and a good friend. I express my deepest sympathy for his passing and your great loss.
Sincerely,
Jerry Gilmore

DALE WOODBURY

June 21, 2008

FRAN WAS A GREAT FREIND AND TREMENDOUS PERSON. HE WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE WHO KNOW HIM.

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