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Viola Terrasi Obituary

TERRASI, Viola (Benedetti) Age 81, of Maynard, MA, August 3, 2011. Daughter of the late John and Clara Benedetti of Roslindale, MA. Beloved wife of 53 years to Antonio Terrasi of Maynard. Loving mother of Patricia Konjoian and her husband Michael of Andover, MA; Robert Terrasi of Marlborough, MA; and Gina Gallagher and her husband Michael of Marlborough, MA. Beloved grandmother of Julianne, Jessica, Jennifer, Daniel, Katherine, Michael, and Emily. Sister of the late Angelina Saia and Rocco Benedetti, and Albert Benedetti, Anne LaCount, Mary Benedetti, Louis Benedetti, Tony Benedetti, Nancy Malone, and John Benedetti. She is survived by several nieces, nephews, and countless friends. A funeral Mass will be held at St. Bridget's Church, 1 Percival St., Maynard, MA, on Mon., Aug. 8th at 9:00am. Calling hours Sun., Aug. 7th, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m at the Acton Funeral Home, 470 Massachusetts Ave (Rte 111) ACTON, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to NAMI Massachusetts, 400 West Cummings Park, Suite 6650, Woburn, MA 01801. Acton Funeral Home on-line guest book at www.actonfuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 4 to Aug. 5, 2011.

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Janet Hodges

August 12, 2011

Dearest Gina, Patti and your families:
I can’t comprehend just how sad you must feel
For the loss of someone you love.
This sorrowful time must still feel unreal
And you’re looking for strength from above.

I hope, from my heart, that your pain will decrease,
That your spirit will gain strength again,
And I pray that your faith will create inner peace
And that God will send blessings--Amen.

Till then, if you need me to lighten your load,
I’m waiting to come to your aid.
Just call on me, and I’ll walk down that road,
Until the dark times start to fade.

You are in my thoughts and prayers,

Cindy Nelson

August 10, 2011

Gina and Patti and families, my heart and thoughts go out to you in your time of pain and loss. Know that many people are thinking of you with love in their hearts and that you can ask any one of us for anything you may need and we'll be there just as you've been there for us when we have needed you.

Debbie Stephens

August 7, 2011

Gina, Patty and families---you are in my thoughts and prayers. Your mom did her job here on earth very well; I am sure she is a treasured angel in Heaven. Ease your sorrow by the many wonderful memories that are in your hearts.

MaryEllen Racine

August 6, 2011

To the whole family, I am so sorry for your loss. She was a lovely lady.

Mary Ellen and Mike Civetti

August 6, 2011

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Monica Streetman

August 5, 2011

Let the tears come and flow where they may, they are a gift from above filled with God's great love

john saia

August 5, 2011

Uncle Tony, Patti, Gina and Bobby....my heart goes out to your guys. Stay strong for one another. We lost a beautiful person. She's with Mom, Dad and Thomas now and in good hands. God Bless all of you

Sandra McCarthy

August 5, 2011

May your hearts soon be lifted with the memories of the joy and pleasure you had in life together and know this, she will watch over you and yours proudly! You are her legacy, her mark on the world!
The McCarthy Family

Tiffany Geisler

August 5, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. I'm sure she was so proud of you and all the work you guys have done. My sympathies to the entire family.

Bill and Kris HIggins

August 5, 2011

Auntie Vi, We love you and will eternally miss you, your warmth and compassion. As Patty said, God now has a Special Angel watching over us. Uncle Tony, Patty Bob and GIna, I pray for your strength. Love you all.
Billy

Beth Meyer

August 5, 2011

Patty and Gina, Your mom was secure in the knowledge of how much you and the rest of your families loved her. She is well and safe now and is the special angel of all of us who have kids with special needs. The evening that I learned of her passing, I was very frustrated at my son and I thought about her and felt a discernable feeling that my burden was lightened. I know it was her, I never knew her in person, but I feel I know her now.

patricia wormald

August 5, 2011

sorry for your lossrest in peace Patricia Wormald

Judy Fabian

August 5, 2011

Patty, Gina and family: Even though I didn't have the honor of knowing your Mother personally, I know she was an amazing person from her beautiful and amazing daughters. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Memories can be a great comfort. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Love you dearly.

Polly Pavao

August 5, 2011

Your mother will forever be in my heart for the kindness and caring she gave me during my difficult days. Know that you are blessed for having the gift of your mother in your lives for as long as you have been on earth and now as your guiding light in Heaven.

August 5, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss, I never had the pleasure of meeting your mother, I do know that her children are a testament to the warm caring person she was. Your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. Pheonix, Jill, Shane and Matthew

August 5, 2011

Patty & Gina: So sorry about your Mom. It reminded me of when I lost my mom who was my best friend as your mom is and always will be yours. Blessings on you both and your families during this tough time in your lives.

Jane Roennigke
Glen Carbon, Illinois

Susan Stephens

August 5, 2011

Patty and Gina.. you are such sweet friends. I don't know if she ever told you... but I asked her if she would adopt me and she agreed.. :)) You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cheryl Vellante

August 5, 2011

Words cannot express how sad we are for your loss and our hearts are breaking for you. She was such a big part of your lives. May the happy memories you have of her live on and be told over and over. You are all in our thoughts and prayers....Tony and Cheryl Vellante

Heidi Hamparian

August 4, 2011

Gina and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a wonderful person and we have the fondest memories of her. We hope you find peace in all your memories of her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Heidi and Nick Hamparian

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