John J. Santarlasci

John J. Santarlasci of Billerica, was painter, Vietnam War vet; 61 BILLERICA John J. Santarlasci, 61, of Billerica, formerly of Somerville, died Wednesday, July 30, 2008, at the Lahey Clinic Medical Center, after a long battle with cancer. He was married to Alice (Rae) Santarlasci with whom he celebrated their 41st wedding anniversary on June 10th. Born in Somerville on March 1, 1947, he was a son of the late William and Dorothy (Jodice) Santarlasci. He was raised in Somerville and graduated from Somerville High School with the Class of 1964. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War attaining the rank of SP4. John worked as a union painter with Local 35 for over 30 years until retiring due to illness. He took great pride in painting Boston and making the city beautiful. He was a resident of Billerica for over 33 years. Besides his wife, he is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Corrine Santarlasci of Haverhill, MA; a daughter and son-in-law, Tara and Scott O'Hayre of Dracut, MA; a brother, William Santarlasci of Billerica; two sisters, Joan Santarlasci and Jean Collins, both of Tewksbury, MA; four grandchildren, Sean and Alaina Santarlasci; Abigail and Amelia O'Hayre. He was predeceased by his brother, Robert Santarlasci. SANTARLASCI John J. Santarlasci, 61, of Billerica, died July 30, 2008 in Burlington, MA. Funeral Services will be held at the convenience of the family at a later date. For those that wish Memorials may be made in his name to the Jimmy Fund 10 Brookline Place West 6th floor, Brookline MA 02445. ARRANGEMENTS BY DOLAN FUNERAL HOME 978-251-4041. Guestbook at www.dolanfuneralhome.com