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JOANN CARDINALE Obituary

CARDINALE, Joann C. Of East Boston on Aug 4. Beloved wife over 53years to Peter, devoted mother of Joseph Gaeta of East Boston, Peter and his late wife Bonnie Cardinale of CA., Peter D. and his wife Stella of East Boston and Craig J. and his wife Michelle of Saugus and the late Louis Cardinale. Dear sister of Frank DiStasio and his wife Esther of Winthrop Marie Denemoustier and her husband Joseph of East Boston. Cherished grandmother of 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Also survived by her many loving nieces and nephews. Family and friends will honor Joann's life by gathering Sunday Aug. 10 from 2-6 in the Ruggiero Family Memorial Home 971 Saratoga St. (Orient Heights) East Boston and again at 7:45 on Monday morning before leaving in procession to Sacred Heart Church East Boston for a Funeral Mass in Celebration of Joann's life at 9AM.Services will conclude with Joann being laid to rest in the Mausoleum at Holy Cross Cemetery. Joann's love and devotion was her family followed by her beloved East Boston (Jeffries Point). She was a member of the Jeffreis Point Yacht, Piers Pac Association and the East Boston Land Use as well as many other civic,and senior groups always helping in any way she can. She was a political activist volunteering many hours for the candidates she believed in and her loyalty and devotion to them was unmatched. Funeral home is handicapped accessible, courtesy valet parking front entrance. For complimentary transportation to and from funeral home please call 617 569 0990 Ample off street parking with attendant in our funeral home parking lots across street from funeral home. For more info www.ruggieromh.com

Ruggiero Family Memorial Home

East Boston 617 569 0990

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 6 to Aug. 9, 2014.

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August 21, 2014

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August 21, 2014

Phyllis Bruno

August 13, 2014

Peter, Tom and I are so sorry to hear of Joannn's passing. We will miss seeing her around the neighborhood. Take Care, Tom and Phyllis Bruno

Shelia Hudson

August 11, 2014

Our deepest sympathies are with you all at this difficult time ,I loved Joann so much like a second mother growing up down the point ...a place where everyone knew everyone those were the best of days !! I pray for you all to give you strength ,courage and most of all love and support from your loved ones at this time .. Rest in peace Joann you have your wings now , fly high ?

August 10, 2014

Our sincere condolences to Craig and Michelle and all of your family,may your mom rest in peace. Bob and Jane Scherer

Lefty & Agnes Biagioni

August 9, 2014

Dear Peter, So very sorry to hear of Joann's passing. Seems like only yesterday that we all met at Lechmere.....lots of good memories. How wonderful that you had 53 years together. Especially remember all of you (Joann, Gerry, Marie & you) making your last visit to us at York Beach. What a pleasant surprise that was for us. Our very deepest sympathy to you, Gerry, Marie & and your family. Warmly, Lefty & Agnes

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August 7, 2014

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August 7, 2014

Craig, Michelle and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. May she live in your hearts forever and watch over you all from above.
With Deepest Sympathy,
The Dean Family
Rob, Michelle and Olivia

albert lavoie

August 7, 2014

to cardinale family i'm sorry for your loss your whole family will be in my thoughts an prayers my joanne rest in peace

albert lavoie

August 7, 2014

rest in peace

tina mafhoum

August 7, 2014

Sorry for your loss

Patricia and Richie Carbone

August 7, 2014

Richie and I are so sad to lose our favorite cousin she was the best ever!!!!!we loved her so much she will be dearly missed we have many happy memories together growing up, she will always be in our thoughts and prayers she is in God's hands now Rest in Peace Joann and God Bless Peter through this sad time. Cousin Richie and Patricia Carbone

The Doyle & Tritto Families

August 7, 2014

To Peter Sr., Joey, Peter & Stella, Craig & Michelle, Marie & Jerry and their families:
We are saddened and broken hearted over the loss of Joann. She was more than just a neighbor she was a longtime dear friend to our family. Our thoughts and prayers go to all of Joann's family. Please let us know if we can help in any way during this most difficult time. We send our love to all of you. Fly free Joann for you are now a special angel to many people.
With Our Deepest And Heartful Sympathy,
The Doyle & Tritto Families

Bill and diane Frazier

August 7, 2014

Diane and I offer our sincere condolences to the family. Cousin Joann was always the most fun loving, happiest person to both me and my wife diane. I remember her being this type of warm outgoing person since I was 5 years old living on Webster street. Joann will be missed, but will always be remembered in our loving memories thoughts and prayers. bill and Diane frazier Millsboro de.

Billy and Lisa Curtis

August 7, 2014

Joe,Peter and family so sorry for your loss.

Kelly Donaghy

August 7, 2014

Craig and family....Bett and I extend our deepest symathy you and your family during this difficult time. Ma all your happy memoriesou through this difficult time! xoxox Brett Harrison and Kelly Doaghy

Claudia Forgione

August 7, 2014

Peter and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember her smile. Joanne was wonderful, kind and sincere. Treasure your memories. Love, Claudia Forgione

angelo paglucca

August 6, 2014

sorry to hear about joann hang in there peter.

kathy bottaro

August 6, 2014

I am so sorry Peter...I know how much you loved your mother. She was the sweetest most outspoken woman and thats what made her so special I will never forget her and I am here if you ever need me please tell your father and the rest of your family how truly sorry i am Love You ... Kathy

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10

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Ruggiero Family Memorial Home - East Boston

971 Saratoga Street, East Boston, MA 02128

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11

Visitation

7:45 a.m.

Ruggiero Family Memorial Home - East Boston

971 Saratoga Street, East Boston, MA 02128

Aug

11

Funeral Mass

9:00 a.m.

Sacred Heart Church

East Boston, MA

Aug

11

Entombment

Mausoleum at Holy Cross Cemetery

MA

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