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Rolando Franchitto Obituary

In Loving Memory of Rolando (Mike / Lundo) Franchitto who passed away April 25th, 2013 very unexpectedly due to an infection. He was born March 31st, 1937 in Boston, MA and barely 2 months shy of 55 years of marriage, we had a great time! He was in the Navy for 4 years, worked at Raytheon for close to 45 years and retired in Jan of 1999. He love to travel, loved challenges and meeting people which he made them laugh and smile where ever he went, he never met a stranger. He loved working on our stain glass pieces - making our own patterns, doing the lapidary, polishing the stones to make silver pendants, bracelets, earrings, watch bands and just all of it. He said it was amazing when you cut a rock or stone what you may find inside. Mike/Lundo will and is missed very much. Mike left his wife Lola, three sons Michael, Tony and Brian one grand-daughter Brianna and two brothers Tony of Natick, MA and George of Oceanside, CA. I would like to apologize for not putting this in the paper sooner as it was so sudden and unexpected that I find it hard to believe that he is not going to walk through the door soon.

Published by The Framingham Tab from Aug. 17 to Aug. 24, 2013.
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I was Mimi and Nikki's veterinarian before Lola and Mike moved to AZ. They always took such wonderful care of them. They were 2 of the most loved dogs I know. I will miss Mike's smile and all of the complaints about the bills! We all will miss Mimi, she had the most adorable face. Lola, we will think of you always, keep in touch.

Andrea Moolenbeek

October 8, 2013

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October 3, 2013

Rainbow Bridge
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Mimi and Mike cross Rainbow Bridge together....

Mimi

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I met Mike while stationed in Memphis, TN in 1957. We then served together in Brunswick, ME and I had the opportunity to spend a couple of weekends with his family in Roslindale. We had some great times together. Mike was a good friend and a good man. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Charles Morrison

September 18, 2013

Mike Tussy

September 12, 2013

Square Dancing of course. We were in the same Square Dance Class at the Square Riggers SDC in Wellesley. We became class advisors and Square danced all over New England. Good Times.

Manny Orejola

September 11, 2013

Great memories of Mike & Lola over the years at Sunflower. I enjoyed every season arriving knowing that Mike's big smile will soon greet me with some stories which happened over the summer. We alway's shared many chuckles in the stained glass shop. I am forever blessed to have met such a wonderful husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend over the years. Thank you, Mike for being that extra ear for me over the years. We will all miss you.....Until then my friend ..... debi & Barry Emmons

September 11, 2013

Mike relaxing in Myrtle Beach, SC One of many upon his retirement

Lola

September 9, 2013

Dick Bosio Mike & Lola at our youngest son Brian wedding

Lola

September 9, 2013

He loved the day fishing trips - he caught fluke this day

Lola

September 9, 2013

Lola

September 9, 2013

September 9, 2013

Mike and I worked together at Raytheon for several years in the 1970's. Our sympathy to Lola and the family

Jerry & Rita Ellner

August 19, 2013

Mike was a dear friend for over 56 years after being good friends in the Navy. He will be missed and I am saddened by his passing.

Mike Tussy

August 18, 2013

Mike was a dear Friend for over 56 years that I knew him. Was sadden by his departure.

Mike Tussy

August 18, 2013

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