Emidio "Tony" A. Iacobucci

Mr. Emidio A. “Tony” Iacobucci--81,  A longtime Somerville resident passed away surrounded by his devoted family on Tuesday, December 8, 2015.

Born in Toro, Campobasso, Italy, he was the son of the late GiovannAntonio and Maria Pasquala (Coccaro) Iacobucci. Tony came to the United States in May of 1966 and settled in Somerville with his family.  He was the beloved husband of 60 years to Assunta “Lina” Iacobucci. Together they made their home in Somerville and raised their family.

Tony was the longtime owner of the Hodgkin’s Spa on the corner of Holland and Simpson Street. He will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends as a hard-working, friendly, and generous man; especially devoted to his family.  

He was a devoted father of Mark Iacobucci of Somerville, John Iacobucci and his wife Carol of Revere, Joseph Iacobucci of Somerville, Connie Evangelista and her husband Felice of Somerville, Lucy Miniello of Somerville, Rocco Iacobucci and his wife Michele of Saugus and Lina Iacobucci of Medford. Tony was the cherished Nonno of 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.  

The funeral procession was held from the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq) in Somerville on Saturday, December 12, 2015, at 10 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass celebrated in St. Clement Church at 11 o'clock. Relatives and friends were invited to attend. Calling Hours were held on Friday, December 11, from 4-8 p.m. Interment was private.  

In lieu of flowers, donations in Tony’s name can be made to the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center, c/o Development Office, 125 Nashua Street, Suite 540, Boston, MA 02114.

Tony's family is grateful for all of the messages, condolences and stories shared about their beloved Husband, Dad and Nonno. They have been a great source of comfort over the past few days. A sincere Thank You to all.