Shirley A. Poleo

FUNERAL HOME

Dello Russo Funeral Home - Medford

306 Main Street

Medford, Massachusetts

Shirley Poleo Obituary

Of Medford formerly of Cambridge, July 5. Beloved wife of Anthony B. Poleo. Devoted mother of Anthony and Melissa Poleo both of Medford. Cherished daughter of Civita (Scurini) & Anthony Daveta of Cambridge. Loving sister of Domenic Daveta of Somerville and Elaine Nathan of Cambridge. Funeral from the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., MEDFORD Wednesday at 8 AM followed by a funeral Mass celebrated in St. Raphael Church, 512 High St., Medford, at 9 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Tuesday 4 - 8. Services will conclude with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent in Shirley's name to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. For directions, obituary and guest book dellorusso.net Dello Russo Family Funeral Homes 781-396-9200 Medford-Woburn-Wilmington

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Published by Boston Globe on Jul. 7, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Shirley Poleo

9 Entries

colleen Madden

July 14, 2008

Tony, I just heard about your Mom I so sorry! My thoughts are with you and your family. Love colleen

Linda Leary

July 11, 2008

I was so sad to hear about the passing of Shirley (Daveta) Poleo. One of my first cousin's and the daughter of my dad's only sister Civita (Scurini) Daveta. I know my father Carlo was very proud of his niece Shirley and her brother Dominic. He always talk about them with so much pride. His words still have a very important meaning in them. I can only hope, I have made him as proud of me as he was of her. Shirley gave me a gift I would have for the rest of my life. Do to the death of my farther at an early age of 48. I was only 16 but the knowledge of what she was doing to make him proud of her. Taught me what he would expect of me when I got older. Most people never have the chance of knowing when a person is proud unless told in person. Thank You from the bottom of my heart Shirley for being who you were a great woman,daughter,mother,wife,person. They could be very proud of.
You will be missed and your absents painful, I am sure you would have never left unless called upon. Love Linda

Deborah gibbons

July 8, 2008

Though I never got to know you as I had wanted. I can still see you through my eyes as a child. I remember Auntie Civita bringing my mom into your sewing room as she stood there proudly displaying all of your art that you were presently designing. I remember following Auntie and my Mom (Rosie) into that sewing room and it was like a magical place. I remember all of the shiny sequins, gems and pearls pinned to the next project & waiting to be turned into something that would leave one breathless. I am 46 and can still remember what that room did to me. I remember always wanting to ease my way into that room without Auntie Civita catching me, (which she usually did). There was a possitive energy that I felt because of the beauty that was created in there. What ever was brought there in bags never came out the same. The beauty that was created in that room was the work of my Cousin Shirley. I will always remember seeing you as a child, I wanted to be close to you. I always saw you in the same light as those gems that were carefully pinned to the satin or lace, that lay waiting to become something memorable in someones life. You created a lot of beauty and brought alot of happiness to people around you. I will never forget you Shirley. I promise that I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Love Your Cousin, Debbie

Traffic Dept. 1st Street

July 8, 2008

Tony we are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of great sorrow.

Your friends at First St.

MARIE BONGIORNO

July 8, 2008

DEAR ANTHONY, ANTHONY JR, MELESSA
SO SORRY FOR ALL THE PAIN AND HEARTACHE YOU ALL HAVE HAD AND YOU JUST HAVE TO REMEBER THAT SHE IS NOT IN ANY MORE PAIN. YOU HAVE A LOT OF GOOD MEMORIES THAT WILL TAKE YOU ALL THRU THIS , BUT IT WILL NOT BE EASY. JUST KEEP THE LOVE BETWEEN YOU THAT YOU HAVE AND IT WILL HELP.
LOVE AND WITH GREAT SADDNESS
MARIE AND BOB BONGIORNO

Ann Pare

July 7, 2008

Melissa,
We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you and are here if you need us for anything.
Love,
Ann, Phil, Lily, and Noah

Richard Bongiorno

July 7, 2008

Dear Anthony, Anthony and Mellisa: I am so sorry for the loss of a great woman, wife and mother. She no longer suffers and I am confident she is looking down on all of you. Look for unexpected messages-they will come if you keep an open mind. Remember the wonderful times you had with your wife and mother. I will include Shirley in my prayers daily. I am so sorry for the pain you all are going through at this time in your lives.

Love: Rich Bongiorno

Cindy Meola

July 7, 2008

Dear Elaine,
My heart goes out to you, Alan and your family for the great loss you have suffered. There are no words I can say that will ease your pain. I just hope that knowing you are in our hearts and prayers helps just a little.
Love,
Cindy, Gerry & Family

Betty Grady

July 7, 2008

To My Friend Shirley..

You touched so many lives in such a positive way...I have many memories of you that I will cherish for years to come...you were always there when anyone needed you..I love you and will miss you very much...May You Rest In Peace.....

Betty Grady

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