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John Marinella Sr.

John Marinella Obituary

MARINELLA, John Sr. Of Nalcrest, Florida, formerly of Boston, September 24, age 76 years. Beloved husband of Elaine (Fox). Father of John, Jr. & his wife Lisa of Bridgewater, Joanne and her husband Philip Watson of East Boston & Paul Mitchell of Germany. Brother of Sabino of Wellesley Hills, Ronald of Chelmsford & the late Frank. Also survived by 8 grandchildren & 2 great grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday in the Prophett-Chapman Cole & Gleason Funeral Home, 98 Bedford St., (Rte. 18). BRIDGEWATER, at 10 AM. Burial will be in the MA National Cemetery, Bourne at 11:15 AM. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1115 West Chestnut St., Brockton, MA 02301.

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 7 to Oct. 8, 2008.

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"Larry" and Susan

October 7, 2008

A great and dear friend...
We wish you peace, Elaine, and peace to everyone in Your and Johnny's family...see you Wednesday.

Florence D.

October 7, 2008

Joanne & Phil
Sorry for your loss.

Rhonda

October 7, 2008

Joanne & Phil -
I am sorry to hear about your dad.

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