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Anthony Fraini Obituary

Anthony J. Fraini of Needham Feb. 3, 2013. Beloved husband of the late JoAnne (Hughes) Fraini. Devoted father of Michael A. Fraini and his wife Carol of Need- ham. Loving grandfather of Michaela A., Julia C., and Olivia K. Fraini all of Needham. Brother of the late Adolfo Bing Fraini and the late Frederick Fraini. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Tony was a firefighter for the City of Newton. He was a Boston College Police Officer. In later years Tony worked as a crossing guard for the Needham Police Dept. Tony was also a WWII Navy Veteran, a member of the Father Daniel J. Kennedy Needham Council 1611, Needham VFW Post 2498 & Newton American Legion Post 440. Funeral from the George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 1305 Highland Ave. (Exit 19B off 128) NEEDHAM, Thursday, Feb. 7th at 9 am. Funeral Mass in St. Joseph Church, Needham at 10 am. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Wed. from 4-8 pm. Interment St. Marys Cemetery, Needham. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Tonys memory to the Fr. Daniel J. Kennedy Needham Knights of Columbus Council 1611. 1211 Highland Ave. Needham, MA 02492. For directions and guestbook visit gfdoherty.com. Arrangements by George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home.

Published by The Needham Times from Feb. 5 to Feb. 12, 2013.
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i miss you papa <3

julia fraini

June 5, 2013

Dear Michael and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Our heartfelt sympathies to you and your family during this very difficult time.
Catie and John Titlon

Catherine Tilton

February 6, 2013

Mike and Carol -
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing, Mike. You have always impressed me with your focus on family - so I know this must be especially difficult for you. Thankfully, you have an enormous "extended" family of close friends and family members - we are here if you need us. Please don't hesitate to call any time if we can be of help or support. Much love, Ellen & Dave Forte

Ellen & David Forte

February 6, 2013

Mike and Family,

My deepest condolences to you and your Family. As we spoke, he is looking down fondly and proudly !

I always think of him at BC and any Ball Field.

Gary and Family

Gary McNeill

February 6, 2013

Mike, we fondly remember the days in Needham, watching softball with Michaela and Annie, with you and your dad. May the Lord of all comfort you and the happy times with you and his grandchildren be his legacy.

Kevin OMalley

February 6, 2013

Mike and Family,
Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your dad. He is in our prayers.

Chris & Amy Cullen

February 6, 2013

Mike,
Sorry to hear about your dad's passing. I can remember him attending our softball games at Claxton and thinking how fortunate you were to have that kind of relationship.

Doug Orciani

February 6, 2013

Michael and family, Cannot believe it. Just three weeks ago, you told us how well your dad was doing. Tony, was always the sweetest person. Our thoughts are with you.
Susan & Bob Murphy

Susan Murphy

February 5, 2013

Michael, I am so sorry for your loss, your dad was a wonderful man, a great father and a patient and loving husband. Please accept my deepest sympathies, Sincerely, Peg (Mazzone) Lynch

February 5, 2013

My deepest condolences and prayers for Mike and the family.

Eddie Aucoin

February 5, 2013

Dear Michael and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. He was one of the nicest people I ever had the pleasure to know. He was always so happy and funny.
Not only did I have the pleasure of working for your mom at he salon, but your parents were good friends of the family. Now they are together in heaven and heaven gained another great Angel today. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

Debbie Cononico

February 5, 2013

Mike and family, my deepest condolences for the passing of your dad, my heart goes out to you all in this difficult time.

Marcy Provencher

February 5, 2013

Mike my deepest condolences on the passing of your Dad. I can remember him watching us play softball.I think he made every game. Always a gentleman and just a nice guy just like his son.

Paul Zaffini

February 5, 2013

To Mike, Carol, Michaela, Julia & Olivia, my most sincere and heartfelt sympathies to you all at this most difficult time. Tony was well loved and now he's been reunited with his true love, JoAnne. He'll truly be missed, but we'll all have great memories to keep his spirit alive. XO

Diane Conroy

February 4, 2013

My deepest sympathy to you and your family Mike. God Bless

Carol Carlson

February 4, 2013

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