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DIANA L. RUFFINI

DIANA L. RUFFINI obituary, Dedham, MA

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George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Dedham

456 High Street

Dedham, Massachusetts

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Sep. 24, 2025

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Dedham

DIANA RUFFINI Obituary

RUFFINI, Diana L. (Rotondi) Of Dedham, formerly of Roslindale, passed away suddenly, on September 18, 2025. Daughter of the late Bob and Ida Rotondi. Beloved wife of Richard Ruffini. Devoted mother of Rick Ruffini and his wife, Alyssa of Rockland and Alicia Ruffini and her partner, MacKenzie of Charlotte, NC. Cherished Nana and "Diti" of Raya, Liliana, Johnny, Evander and Peyton. Loving sister of Robert Rotondi, Helen Rotondi and Robin Dellot and the late Stephen Rotondi, Richard Rotondi, Lois Satter and John Rotondi. Diana is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Diana was a fierce protector of her children and a devoted wife to her husband of more than 50 years. She found her greatest joy in her large, close-knit family- especially her grandchildren. Her days were filled with music in the background and the oven warming, as she lovingly prepared meals for family and friends. She was happiest when surrounded by those she loved, sharing food, laughter, and stories around the table. She was also a proud member of the Port Norfolk Yacht Club of Dorchester, where she enjoyed many friendships and gatherings over the years. Visiting Hours will be held at the George F. Doherty & Sons Wilson-Cannon Funeral Home, 456 High St., DEDHAM, on Wednesday, September 24, from 4-7pm. Her Funeral will be held from the funeral home, on Thursday, September 25, at 9am, followed by a Funeral Mass, in St. Mary's Church, Dedham, at 10am, (accessible parking in the rear of the church). Relatives and friends kindly invited. Interment private. Online guestbook at gfdoherty.com George F. Doherty & Sons Dedham 781-326-0500

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 19 to Sep. 20, 2025.

Memorial Events
for DIANA RUFFINI

Sep

24

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Dedham

456 High Street, Dedham, MA

Sep

25

Funeral

9:00 a.m.

George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Dedham

456 High Street, Dedham, MA

Sep

25

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Mary's Church

Dedham, MA

Funeral services provided by:

George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Dedham

456 High Street, Dedham, MA 02026

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Felicia Chisholm

Yesterday

Carolyn, Roger,
Alicia and family, so very sorry for your loss. Prayers that God´s grace and love comfort you today, tomorrow, and in the days ahead.

Maureen Shaughnessy

Yesterday

My condolences to the family I have many fond memories from growing up with the Rotondi family remembering Ricky and Diana so young and in love may you rest in peace fly high

Michele MacDonald

September 19, 2025

My deepest condolences to the family and her loving husband Ricky. Diana will be missed very much by her family and friends. She was the kindest and greatest friend anyone could have. So very sorry for your loss.

Lorraine Corriveau

September 19, 2025

Sorry for your lost. I know she will be misses another by her friends and family.

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