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Claire Minerella Obituary

Of Norwood, 87, died Saturday, October 20, in Norwood. She was the wife of the late Anthony Minerella. Claire is lovingly survived by her children, Patricia Taurasi of Dedham, Judith Harrington of Winchester, Anthony Minerella Jr. of Foxboro, her sister, Rosalie Mason of Mansfield, and three grandchildren, Christopher Harrington, Elizabeth and Anthony Taurasi. Claire also leaves many nieces and nephews. Services are private. A reception will be held at Caf Abbondanza, 653-655 Washington St., Norwood, on Wednesday, October 24th from 3 to 5PM. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Morrill Memorial Library, PO Box 220, Norwood, MA 02062. Arrangements were made with Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole St., Norwood. Gillooly Funeral Home 781-762-2818

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 22, 2007.

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Elizabeth Cadotte

November 20, 2007

Judy, Patty,& Anthony
John & I are so sorry for the lost of Aunt Claire. She was one of a kind. We loved her. Our hearts are with you in this time of sorrow.
Always, Elizabeth & John
AKA BJ (Betty Jane) & John)

Christine Brackett-Carbon

November 11, 2007

Patty, Judy and Tony,

Our sincerely sympathy to the loss of your mother. I am sorry this is so late, but we just found out that Aunt Claire passed away. Cousin Johnny Moquin informed us this past weekend. I have no other way to contact you, so I am signing in here. She was always there for our Mom at her family funerals and am sorry we couldn't be there to represent our Mom's side (your Aunt Mary). We have fond memories of traveling to Boston with my Mom and visiting you all when I was a child.
May she rest and peace and reconnect with our mother in Heaven.
Your cousins, Chrissie and Donna (Brackett)(Aunt Mary's kids from Maine)

Mark, Margaret, Mike, Steve & Kristin Sawyer

October 23, 2007

Dear Tony,
We are very sadden over the loss of your mother. You have been a wonderful son to her. You have cared for her and have always been there when she needed you. Think of her as a star in the sky and she will always be shining on you.
Please remember we are here for you during this difficult time.
With Our Deepest Sympathy,

Phaedra and Paul D'Ambrosio

October 22, 2007

Dear Anthony,

Our hearts are with you during this time. You were a WONDERFUL son and I am sure Claire is smiling down on you from heaven. Please know that we are here for you should you need anything. Another light has dimmed only for awhile till it forms a star in the heavens bright enough for all to see.

With Our Love

Rich Housman

October 22, 2007

Anthony-Our sincere condolesences for your loss. We know you were close to your mother and that you will retain fond memories of her.

Nancy & Rich Housman

joan noonan

October 22, 2007

judy sorry for your loss she was a fun person to be around love joanie

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