Arlene M. Scorzelli

Arlene M. (Serafino) Scorzelli, 74 years old, of Leominster died unexpectedly October 19, 2008 in her home. She is survived by her daughter, Diane Flanagan of Leominster; her son, Pat Scorzelli of Leominster; her sister, Joanna Marcoux of Leominster; 3 grandchildren: State Representative Jennifer L. Flanagan of Leominster, Erin L. Rivera of Leominster and Timothy J. Flanagan of Lincoln, RI; her great granddaughter, Isabella M. Rivera of Leominster; her former husband, Pasquale L. Scorzelli of Leominster; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her sister, Jacqueline B. Richard, in 1987.

Mrs. Scorzelli was born in Philadelphia, PA on October 1, 1934, daughter of Charles and Anne (Reppili) Serafino and had lived in Leominster most of her life. She graduated from Leominster High School in 1949 and had a very successful career as an executive secretary and business woman. She was a member of St. Anna's Church in Leominster. Arlene loved taking care of her flower garden, shopping and spending time with her sister. She was happiest when she was gardening or when she was with her children, grandchildren and great grandchild.

The funeral was held on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 from the Silas F. Richardson & Son Funeral Home, 106 West Street., Leominster, with a Mass at 10 a.m in St. Anna's Church, 194 Lancaster Street, Leominster. Burial will be private. Calling hours were Tuesday, October 21, 2008 from 5-8 p.m in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either the Leominster Education Foundation, 24 Church Street, Leominster, MA 01453 or the American Heart Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. www.

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