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Sheryl Raffaelo Obituary

Sheryl A. Raffaelo of Dunstable Sheryl A. (MacDonald) Raffaelo, of Dunstable on November 22, 2008. Beloved wife of Dominic A. Raffaelo Jr. of Dunstable. Devoted mother of Matthew, Michael, and Mark Doucette of Watertown. Loving sister of John R. MacDonald Jr. of WA; George R. MacDonald III of ME; Carolyn J. Sullivan of Attleboro; Brian S. MacDonald, Jean L. MacDonald, and Jacqueline J. McDonald, all of Watertown; Michael J. MacDonald of Natick, Joseph C. MacDonald and James J. MacDonald of Waltham; Mary M. Causland and Jill A. Papazian of Waltham. Sister-in-law of Robert M. Raffaelo of Chelmsford, Frank A. Raffaelo of Stoneham, Dottie M. Piantedosi of Billerica, Nicholas Raffaelo of Chelmsford, Steven Raffaelo of Tyngsboro, Richard P. Raffaelo of FL, Jeffrey T. Raffaelo of Chelmsford, Anne M. Raffaelo of Bedford, and Katherine E. Matarazzo of Methuen. Loving aunt of 37 nieces and nephews. Daughter of the late John R. and Jean L. MacDonald. Funeral on Sat. November 29, 2008 from Shawsheen Funeral Home, 281 Great Rd., Bedford at 8am followed by a Funeral Mass in Parish of St. Michael, 90 Concord Rd, Bedford at 9am. Funeral Home visiting hours on Friday, November 28, 2008 from 2-6pm. Relatives and friends invited.

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Published by Lowell Sun on Nov. 26, 2008.

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Marlene Soracco

January 4, 2009

Sheryl is greatly missed at the extended day program where her enthusiasm, creativity and love for the children was so appreciated by parents who participated. She was always helpful and friendly when I picked up morgan and had a winning smile that made the day better. She is such a loss!

Charles Sleeper

December 6, 2008

I wish to express my deepest sympathy and condolences to the family of the one whom I knew as "Mickey". We worked together at BSC. Those years were a very special and wonderful time because Sheryl was such a special and wonderful person who knew how to balance work and humor with those around her. May God Bless!

Marijean Kuhn

December 4, 2008

My deepest sympathy to the family of "Mickey". We worked together at Medi-Tech/BSC. We shared many laughs. What a wonderful sense of humor she had, how she loved her children so.

Beth Carleo

December 3, 2008

With deepest sympathy to "Mickey's" family. I worked with her for many years at Medi-tech and BSC. She had such spirit and enthusiasm for life. She will be much missed.

Susan Sawyer

December 2, 2008

My sincere sympathy to the family of Sheryl (Mickey). Our relationship goes way back to Medi-Tech (BSC)in Watertown and we enjoyed many good laughs along the way. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Jill Monahan

December 2, 2008

My deepest sympathy to Sheryl's family. I remember "Micky" fondly from her BSC days for her terrific humor and easy manner. God Bless!

Lillie Johnson

December 2, 2008

with deepest sympathy we will miss you may you rest in peace.

Jacki Nazzaro

December 1, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jack Collins

November 30, 2008

Dom, I was so sorry hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts during this difficult time. Jack Collins

Kristi Wood

November 28, 2008

My stock today when I opened my daughters backpack to get her lunch menu, only to find the notice of Ms. Raffealo's passing. She was always so kind as I came rushing in trying to pick up my daughter before 6:00 at the extended day program. The children loved her, and she will be greatly missed by all at Swallow Union.

Maureen Booth

November 28, 2008

Friends and family of Mrs. Raffaelo: My boys loved Mrs. Raffaelo's cooking class and I loved the care and attention Sheryl gave them in Extended Day at Swallow Union. We also really appreciate her letting the boys come over with Megan from time to time to pick vegetables from your garden. Her wry wit and quick smile will be sorely missed at Swallow Union.
The Booths (Jacob Joshua Jem [who called her "Missy Yellow" because he couldn't quite say Mrs. Raffealo] Maureen and Jeff)

Susan Hanrahan

November 26, 2008

To the family of Sheryl (Micky),

My deepest sympathy to all of you. This is not only a shock but a great loss. After looking at my photo albums last night, I got to remember the great times me & Micky had growing up. She truly will be missed. I love you Micky!

Glenda Kovaliv

November 26, 2008

My sincere condolences to Sheryl's family and friends. I worked at Swallow Union until 2004, and I enjoyed daily encounters with Sheryl -- her wit and her dedication to the children and staff were an integral part of the SU community. Life is too short, but Sheryl made a difference.

Kris & Bob Atwood

November 26, 2008

God bless you Sheryl. Dom - Kris & I are here for ya!!

Marie Griffin

November 26, 2008

Sheryl (Micky), you were a big part of my life, Medi-Tech and BSC. I am saddened by this and truly reminds me that life is short. We lived so close, but had such seperate lives.
I'll see you again, on the other side.

Karen Nardone

November 26, 2008

God bless you Sheryl and your family. I will never forget your kindness and your strength. You had such a sense of humor. I miss your smile and quick witt. My children loved that she likes to goof around. She was so good to all of the children. The halls at school are so hollow without her. I don't think she will ever know the impact that she has had on all of the children. My son said..."She lived a good life". That says it all.

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