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Frances Cotillo Obituary

COTILLO, Frances P. "Franny" (Carbone) Of the North End of Boston, October 11. Beloved wife of the late John A. Cotillo, Sr. Devoted mother of Adele Tirella and her husband Stephen of Billerica, John A. Cotillo Jr. of Yarmouth. Loving grandmother of Christian and Stephen Tirella, both of Billerica. Sister of the late Lena Agri. Aunt of Dolores, Joyce and Lorraine. Funeral from the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., MEDFORD, Wednesday at 9 AM, followed by a funeral mass celebrated in St. Leonard Church, Hanover St., Boston, at 10 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Tuesday 4 - 8. Services will conclude with burial at St. Michael Cemetery, Boston. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be sent in Frances' name to Life Care Center of Merrimack Valley, Alzheimer Unit Activity Fund, 80 Boston Rd., Billerica, MA 01862. For directions, obituary& guestbook dellorusso.net Dello Russo Family Funeral Homes 781-396-9200 Medford-Woburn-Wilmington

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 13 to Oct. 15, 2008.

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Katie Palladino

October 14, 2008

Dear Adele,,John & Stephen & Family

I will never forget all the time I spent with your mom. We had plenty of adventures- driving down the Cape, going to the pool etc. I will never forget what a good friend she was to my mother. She would often take care of me and always made me feel so loved and welcome. She was such a wonderful person. I am so sorry for your loss.

Love,
Katie

Bruno Giardiello

October 13, 2008

Le mie piu' sentite condoglianze......Ciao Frany. Bruno

Eileen Hallamore

October 13, 2008

Adele and John I remember years ago going to your father and mothers house in the North End for Christmas Eve. What a great time we all had. My parents were Philip and Louise DeLorenzo, I just wanted to let you know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Maria Iacozza

October 13, 2008

Dearest Adele, John, Steven and grandchilren, my most sincerest condolenses. May you all be comforted and reflect on all the most treasured memories that we all have shared growing up on Salem Street and family gatherings. What I most remember about Frances was her witty sense of humor, her patience and kindness. With all my love, Maria Fici Iacozza

Robert (Curly) Capuano

October 13, 2008

John and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. It is almost four years to the day since I lost my mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sandra Coppola

October 13, 2008

Adele & John, my deepest sympathy. Your mother welcomed me into the family when I married Sal and we spoke often on the phone. If there is anything I can do, please call on me. Love, Sandra

Robert Laurie

October 13, 2008

John, My prayers are with you and your family and this time. Bob Laurie
(Big Bob)

Joyce Colvario

October 13, 2008

Franny will be greatly missed....but I'll never ever forget our many memories and laughs about the pocketbook.

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