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Catherine Dicicco Obituary

82, a longtime resident of Chelmsford, and formerly of Billerica and Somerville, died June 21, 2008 at Lowell General Hospital after a brief illness. She was the wife of the late Antonio DiCicco who died in 1988. Catherine was born in Boston on August 2, 1925, the daughter of the late James J. and Margaret T. (McMahon) Horan. She is survived by a son: Richard G. Ahern and his wife Ruthann of Pepperell, two grandsons; Todd and Mark Ahern, her great-grandson; Cody, two sisters; Elizabeth McLean and Doris MacMillan both of Somerville, and many nieces and nephews. Visiting hours at the Blake Funeral Home, 24 Worthen St., CHELMSFORD, on Wednesday morning from 9-11am, followed by a Funeral Service at 11 oclock in the Funeral Home. Interment will be PRIVATE. In lieu of flowers donations in Catherine's name may be made to the American Heart Association 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. Arrangements by Blake Funeral Home, CHELMSFORD. BlakeFuneralHome.com

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Published by Boston Globe on Jun. 23, 2008.

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June 24, 2008

Kay, I feel so fortunate to have had you in my life. You were a wonderful mother-in-law; always there when I needed you, ready & willing to listen and give me encouragement when needed. You taught me the true meaning of laughter and the importance of that in one's life. You always had something comical to add to our conversations. You gave so many years, unselfishly, to everyone that you loved. That is what Mother's do. Go with God and rest in peace. I love you. Ruthann

Phyllis Harrington

June 24, 2008

Dickie, may the feeling of loss pass quickly as the memories of so many years flow back with such love and laughter.
Kay, I’ll miss you pal. You were a great friend with a kind heart and an honest, unbiased opinion of life. God bless you. We’ll save our “how do’s” for another time. Until then, cheers!
Love, Phyl

Elizabeth McLean

June 24, 2008

Catherine, my beloved sister, friend, confidante, my ventee, my 5:15 pm happy hour pal. I will miss you more than anyone will ever know. YOU WERE THE BOSS! You were always the leader and you lead this parade. May you rest in peace and may God hold you in the palm of his hands. Love, your big sister Elizabeth

Gloria Hynds

June 24, 2008

So many people come into our lives, yet only a few make a long lasting impression. Auntie Catherine left everyone with a feeling of love, hope and laughter. She will be remembered fondly and missed by so many. May the prayers of those who knew her help the family through this difficult time.

Love,

Jean McCarthy

June 24, 2008

Without a doubt, you were my MOST favorite Auntie! You were the funny and fun-loving sidekick to my mother...the Horan version of Ethel & Lucy=) You have left me with the most wonderful of memories from Lewiston, Maine to Lowell & Billerica...and of course all of the 99 Restaurants in between!! May you rest in peace and know that you were greatly loved and will be sorely missed...love you tons!!!

Joan & Paul LaChance

June 23, 2008

WE WERE SO LUCKY TO HAVE KNOWN YOU "KAY--AUNTY EM" YOU WERE A RAY OF SUNSHINE TO THOSE WHO KNEW YOU....OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY.....YOU WILL BE SADLY MISSED.....

Julie Williams

June 23, 2008

Words can never express the loss of someone so dearly loved. I will always remember Catherine (Nana) for her wonderful sense of humor and will be thinking of her often, especially on those rainy days. I know that she loved all of you very much. My prayers are with your family during this extremely difficult time. God Bless- Julie

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