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Emil Massetti formerly of Lowell, Korean War vet; 73 PORT ST. LUCIE, Florida Emil Massetti, 73, died Nov. 27, 2008, at Veterans Affairs Medical Center in West Palm Beach, FL. He lived with his wife, Joyce M. Massetti, in Port St. Lucie, FL. They raised their 6 children in Lowell, MA and celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary in June. Born in Staten Island, NY, June 30, 1935. His late mother, Frances Riendeau, and late brother, Walter Lowe lived in Staten Island, NY where his brother, Ed "Rocky" Riendeau still lives. Emil was a US Air Force veteran during the Korean War from 1952 to 1956, stationed in Manchester, NH. Before retiring, he worked as a laborer in Lowell, MA. Besides his wife, he is survived by three sons, John, Andrew and Anthony of MA; and three daughters, Doris, Dorene and Deborah of NH; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. MASSETTI His funeral will take place at the Alvirne Chapel on Sat., Dec. 20, at 1 p.m., in Hudson, NH. Call Doris at 603-493-2237 for more information.

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Published by Lowell Sun on Dec. 7, 2008.

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Dorene Massetti

December 1, 2024

Miss you, dad stand by mom. Keep her healthy so we don´t lose her so quickly.

Dorene massetti

December 1, 2021

It´s been 13 years , still you are missed every day. Hope your watching over mom. She can use your love now a days. Miss you dad. Love you!

deb massetti

January 20, 2011

hi dad ...miss you so much love ya debbie

dorene massetti

December 30, 2010

Hi dad
thinking of you every day... ma sure does miss you... You are her life! she is fine she has a new puppy that keeps her busy..Kraz ill tell you what... he is just like you! take care dad and know your loved.miss you and love you always. Dorene

December 29, 2010

2nd anniversary of your death and i miss you very much love joyce

August 4, 2010

Hi dad.... Ann should be with you now. hope she is ok. We miss her too. Miss you so much.... i know your ok where you are. check in with us once in a while. Love you Dorene

August 2, 2010

Ilove and miss you very much it is lonely without you.
Love your wife joyce

July 31, 2010

I love and miss you very much.It is lonely without you.

Doris Massetti

July 30, 2010

Dad, God will always guide you to us again and again. Love, Doris

Chris Petroules

March 14, 2010

Miss you very much Grandpa...I have great memories of you...you were always making us laugh...especially our trip to Virgina Beach remember that?? That was a blast. And its on video too.
2 or 3 years ago I remember when you gave me some meaningful advice. Thank you, it meant a lot to me.
You are always in my thoughts...love you.

Dorene Massetti

March 12, 2010

as time goes by the nearer we all become to seeing you once again. Life is fast; while you are searching your new life and relm the closer we become to ending our own journey hear on earth. see you soon dad... Thinking of you all the time. I seen you at the church thank you for being there in spirit with us. Forever you are loved. say hi to grandma Snow for me. I miss her dearly. Also say hi to Phyllis mom for me. I want to thank her for that hug. Love Dorene

joyce massetti

March 12, 2010

I have a little pet for you to visit anytime we love you.

May 1957 "Waiting for My Love Joyce" Before they eloped in June. He will always wait for her forever.

March 12, 2010

Doris Massetti

March 12, 2010

Dad, I miss you every day. Mom misses you too. Mostly I turn to the funny memories to get me through. We all have been enjoying so many videos and photos of you. You will always live on in my heart and in my children's hearts. Love Forever, Doris

Alice Hulsey

December 16, 2008

I was very glad to spend time with all of you this spring. your in my prayers. love,Alice

Joyce Massetti

December 16, 2008

Joyce told me you moved to a better place.Hunting is better there also fishing so leave me some fish. Your smile and jouial attitude always keep everyone smiling.You are missed by many. Thank you for being my friendHappy trails till we meat again.Love you Hank s.

George & Ann Durand

December 15, 2008

Kraz, you were my best friend and my second dad. I have and will hold the memories of all the great times we spent together especially Hunting in Vermont and all our fishing trips. All the times you made me laugh. May you rest in peace always until we meet again. We send Our Love, Thoughts and Prayers to Joyce and the Family. Love Always with Our Deepest Sympathy

joyce massetti

December 11, 2008

One of my good friendsin fl. I'm sorry as hell to find out of your passing,i will surly miss your company ,your wisecracks,jokes your presence will be missed.Your friend Bob Brown

Robbyn Cole

December 8, 2008

Uncle Andy, you will be greatly missed. Our children were blessed to spend time with you in the spring.
We were all blessed to know such a wonderful man.

Christina Petroules

December 8, 2008

You are greatly missed....thank you Grandpa for being one of the best and funniest people I know....you are always in my heart and thoughts. Rest in peace...I love you.

Ruth Denault

December 8, 2008

Wish there was more I could do to help. Love to all, Sis & Aunt Ruthie

Wanda & Alice Hulsey

December 8, 2008

I will miss Uncle Andy I think he is one ofthe coolest uncles I have and im very gratefull to have known him. You are all welcome to call or e-mail us anytime you need someone to talk to.I will miss him very much. love,Wanda & Alice

Having Fun in Cozumel !

December 8, 2008

Looking Sharp Dad !

December 8, 2008

Sheila and Donn Snow

December 7, 2008

rest in peace, no more pain, we will miss your smiling face.

Phyllis Mendoza

December 7, 2008

Dad, You were my dad when I didn't have one and without you and mom I don't want to think where I would be today. You were always smiling and joking and you had a very good and sincere heart. I'll miss you.

Love - Phyllis

WALTER WASAK

December 7, 2008

ANDY { CRAZE ] I WILL MISS YOU . YOUR SMILES AND JOKES AND YOU ALWAYS SMILING IS WHAT I WILL MISS THE MOST.THE TIMES WE FISHED AND OUR TALKS AND YOUR ADVICE.TO YOUR FAMILIY MAY THE LOVING LORD BLESS EACH OF YOU AND HELP EACH OF YOU THROUGH THIS TRYING TIME

jim ahearn

December 7, 2008

our deepest sympathy for your loss.......
Jim Ahearn

Adrienne Massetti

December 7, 2008

Grampy, i miss and love you...you are loved and you will never be forgotten. your up in heaven now watching over us. oxoxo

Dorene Massetti

December 7, 2008

Dad i will miss you always.. Please rest in peace now; there is no more pain. Ma will be taken care of just as we mentioned. see you in the future. Love, your daughter Dorene

Naomi & Earl Snow

December 7, 2008

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Our prayers are with you and your wonderful family. Love Naomi and Earl

David Jarnes

December 7, 2008

Emil was always cheerful and found humor in life even finding humor in his serious illnesses. From the first day I met Emil in 1980, he welcomed me into his family and I will always be greatful for that. David Jarnes

Doris Massetti

December 7, 2008

Dad I miss you so very much. You are deeply loved and cherished. My memories will put a smile on my face and love in my heart. Your daughter, Doris.

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