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Patricia DeGaetano Obituary
Patricia was born in Worcester on July 14th in 1934, a daughter of James and Louise Powers and has lived here all her life. She is survived by her children, Gina M. Cosenza and her husband Peter with whom she lived, Paula Alano and her husband Peter, Robert DeGaetano, Jr. and his wife Christine; three grandchildren, Erica and Elizabeth DeGaetano, and Christopher Alano; four brothers, James Powers, Jr., Frederick, Larry, and Dennis Powers and his wife Carol. Patricia was a good natured and quiet person, friend and mother, who enjoyed movies and dining out and most especially summers in Maine.
The funeral will be held Friday, September 19th from the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. with a Mass at 11:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church, 24 Mulberry St. Burial will follow in Notre Dame Cemetery. Friends and relatives are invited to calling hours to visit with the family Thursday, September 18th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, 29 Crafts Street, Suite 450, Newton, MA 02458.
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Memories and Condolences
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Kathe (McGrail) McGee
September 27, 2008
Paula and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for thinking of us. Life was much easier when we were kids. I wish we could go back to the "good old days"!
Karen Boland
September 17, 2008
Gina
My sincere sympathy on the loss of your mom. Be comforted in knowing that you were a strong advocate for her. I admire the strength you have shown in the last few months. You were a wonderful daughter and caretaker. She was fortunate to have you.
Mary McGrail
September 17, 2008
Although I haven't seen Mrs. DeGaetano since I was little, she was a wonderful and loving woman. She treated me like a second Mom.
My prayers are with all of you.
Cindy & Ken Warner
September 17, 2008
Paula & family. We are so sorry about the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sandy Legasey
September 17, 2008
Christine and family,
Sorry for the loss of Bobby's mother. Losing a parent is so very hard. I find it difficult to even think about. You may not remember me but we worked at Paul Revere together so many years ago(cat lady).
Sincerly,
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