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Mary Barretto Obituary

Of Melrose formerly of Medford, September 10. Beloved wife of John R. Barretto. Devoted mother of Phyllis Cuddy of Stoneham, John Barretto of Scituate, Robert Barretto of Braintree, Grace DiLemme, Lisa Cortese both of Billerica, and Nicholas Barretto of Andover. Also survived by 12 loving grandchildren. Sister of Bobby Connor of Medford, and the late Ruth Fondulis. Funeral from the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., MEDFORD Friday at 9 AM followed by a funeral mass celebrated in St. Francis of Assisi Church, 441 Fellsway West, Medford, at 10 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8. Services will conclude with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. As an expression of sympathy memorial contributions may be sent in Mary's name to the National Kidney Foundation, 85 Astor Avenue, Suite 2, Norwood, MA 02062. For directions, obituary and guestbook dellorusso.net. Dello Russo Funeral Homes (781) 396-9200 Medford-Woburn

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Published by Boston Globe on Sep. 12, 2007.

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Elizabeth Gibbons

September 17, 2007

Dear Rob and family,
I was sorry to hear the sad news about the death of your mother. Please know that you and yours are in my prayers and thoughts. May God grant you the strength to deal with this loss.

June Gagner

September 15, 2007

She was a "Beautiful Lady"! She will be missed, but in a better place now. Sorry, I could not make wake or funeral. LOVE, AND HEARTFELT SYMPATHY TO ALL!!! June Gagner...neighbor #603.

maryellen harris

September 14, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Kristen Richards RN, Winchester ICU

September 14, 2007

Dear Barretto Family-
You have been in my thoughts and prayers. You are an exceptional family, your wife/mother would be very proud. It was an honor to have met you. I am sorry I couldn't be with you this evening.

Mark and Dianne Thorley

September 13, 2007

One of my favorite memories is the times our families got together for weddings and graduations. Sorry we can not be there for you now. Our prayers are with you, and may God lend you strength and peace. Love, Mark and Dianne

Stephen Thorley

September 12, 2007

Uncle Johnny, and all my dear cousins and family:
remembering all the good years of family time, wishing I could be with you at this sad time.
You're all in my thoughts and prayers.

Angela Desir

September 12, 2007

Dear Uncle John, My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family in this time of need. Im sorry for tha passing of auntie rita she was a kind, sweet person. Keep your head up she'll be looking down watching you. We love you and our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Joanne McCarthy

September 12, 2007

Dear Rob and Family,
I was sorry to learn about your mother. My deep sympathy is extended to you and your family. You are in our thoughts at Sacred Heart School.
Sincerely,
Joanne M. McCarthy

Jody Connor

September 12, 2007

Dear Uncle John and Family,
We are so sorry for you loss.Aunt Rita was a wonderful women with a great personality. May all the good times you had help you get through your loss.
Sincerely
Jody and Brian Connor

Lisa Mabary

September 12, 2007

Mr Barretto and family--It was a pleasure to care for your wife and mother. I only wish I was able to know her when she was able to speak! It was an honor to meet such a loving, supportive and wonderful family! My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time!! Sincerely Lisa from Winchester Hospital Staff ICU

Larry Shea

September 12, 2007

Dear Rob and family,

My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

from Larry Shea at Sacred Heart School, Quincy

Diana Farley

September 12, 2007

Aunt Rita....I'll miss you.
Love, Diana

Anna (Sutera) McKinnon

September 12, 2007

John, Lisa and family,
Although it has been many years since I've seen you, please know my thoughts are with you at this time. My deepest sympathy to you both and your families at this time of sorrow. May your memories of your Mom bring you peace.

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