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Lorraine Canova Obituary

CANOVA, Lorraine T. (Gilomo) Of Saugus, formerly of Melrose November 9, 2008. Beloved wife of Joseph P. Canova with whom she shared 50 years of marriage. Loving mother of Joseph M. Canova and his wife Diane C. of Marblehead, Stephen Canova and his wife Maureen of Stoneham and Paul Canova and his wife Kaire of Danvers. Dear sister of Elizabeth Cerasuolo of Medford and Concetta Aufiero of Melrose. Cherished grandmother of Jillian, Joseph, Stephen, Monica, Peter, Sarah, Russell and Richard. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Robinson Funeral Home, 809 Main St., MELROSE, Wednesday, November 12 at 11 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass celebrated in Blessed Sacrament Church, Summer St., Saugus at 12 noon. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Tuesday 4-8 PM. Interment in Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody. For directions, obituary and guestbook, visit www.robinsonfuneralhome.com. Robinson Funeral Home Melrose (781) 665-1900

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 10 to Nov. 11, 2008.

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Nancy McGeoghegan

November 12, 2008

Dear Steven & Maureen -

I am so sorry to hear about your mother. Unfortunately I was unable to attend the services, but wanted to let you know that my thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Nancy & Nicoletta

Ralph & Roberta Puopolo

November 11, 2008

Dear Joe and Boys,
Ralph and I were so shocked and saddened to read in the newspaper of Lorraine's passing. She truly was a wonderful, loving and caring person. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of your family.

Judi Fleming

November 11, 2008

Dear Joe and Family: It was very sad news to hear of the loss of Raine. She was a special person in my eyes, I will never forget her. Judi Fleming

Skip & Shirley Bousquet

November 10, 2008

Dear Joe & Family: Skip & I are saddened to hear about Raine. It was our pleasure to know her. She was so special! We had a lot of good times together, trips etc, which are good memories. We are glad that we got together this summer. She will always be in our hearts. We loved her. Skip & Shirley

Michael Hudd

November 10, 2008

Dear Joe & family

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Joe, it has been many years since we worked together. I have fond memories at Chesterton working with you and the rest of the guys.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Michael Hudd & family

Kelly (Coburn) Ferretti

November 10, 2008

To the Canova Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Lorraine was truly an inspiration and a wonderful person. There was something very special about her. My mom and I worked with Lorraine at MGH for many years. I will never forget her.
With Deepest Sympathy, Kelly (Coburn) Ferretti

MARI FRAUENHEIM

November 10, 2008

SO SORRY TO HEAR OF LORRAINES PASSING
SHE WAS A TRUELY SPIRITUAL PERSON
I WAS ALWAYS AMAZED AT HER STRENGTH
SHE IS SITTING RIGHT NEXT TO GOD
AND IS NO LONGER SUFFERING
MY HEARFELT REGARDS TO HER IMMEDIATE AND EXTENDED FAMILY
GOD BLESS ALL, SINCERELY, MARI FRAUENHEIM

Mary Marks

November 10, 2008

Dear Stephen & Maureen, Don and I were so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Please know our thoughts are with you.
Love,
Mary & Don Marks

November 10, 2008

Dear Joe and Family,
We are so sad to hear about Raine. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Love,
The Romano's & The Routhier's

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