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BRUNO D'ERCOLE Obituary

D'ERCOLE, Bruno G. Age 94, of Needham passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on March 26, 2024, following a long brave battle with kidney disease. He was the beloved husband for 57 years of the late Dorothy (Chinetti). Loving father of Diane M. D'Ercole of Needham and Stephen J. D'Ercole of Mansfield. Cherished grandfather to Jake, Jillian and Stephen. Brother of Joseph D'Ercole of Attleboro and the late Dante, Albert, Victor, Remo and Edith Giles, Eva Sonsini, Gloria Berry, Fulvia Paice and Yolanda Olmedi. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. A proud Korean War veteran, Bruno overcame obstacles from injuries inflicted during his military service. He was a kind and generous man, respected by all. His greatest accomplishment was his family, who he did so much for. He found so much enjoyment working in his beautifully landscaped yard that was the envy of neighbors and worthy of a magazine cover. Bruno was also a professional drummer, who still kept a perfect beat. He proudly exhibited his talent during a recent performance at the Needham Senior Center. He was a self-taught stock market watcher, quick to offer investment advice, even to his caregivers, up to his final days. He will be forever loved and remembered. Visiting Hours will be held at the George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 1305 Highland Ave., NEEDHAM, on Monday, April 1, from 4-8pm. His Funeral will be held from the Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 2, at 10am, followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Joseph Church, Needham, at 11am. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Interment in Needham Cemetery. Donations in Bruno's memory may be made to Camp Sunshine, 35 Acadia Rd., Casco ME 04015. Online guestbook at gfdoherty.com George F. Doherty & Sons Needham 781-444-0687

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Published by Boston Globe from Mar. 28 to Mar. 29, 2024.

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March 30, 2024

Thank you for your service to country Sir. Job well done and now it is time to Rest In Peace. May God Bless you.

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March 29, 2024

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4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Needham

1305 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492

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George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Needham

1305 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492

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11:00 a.m.

St. Joseph Church

Needham, MA

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