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Elizabeth Alessi Obituary

ALESSI, Elizabeth (Schanze) 89, died December 26, 2010 in Framingham, MA. Born April 1, 1921, in Queens, NY, to Friederich and Marie (Bauer) Schanze, she graduated from NY City College and married Humbert Alessi (pre-deceased 1990) in 1943. She retired from the Newton, MA, school administration in 1985 with over 20 years of employment. She is survived by two sons, Walter (spouse Mary) of Falmouth, MA. and Albert (spouse Debra) of Woodstock, VT, as well as 5 grandchildren (Alison, Brett, Lauren, Eden and Elizabeth), and 3 great-grandchildren (Ethen, Amelia and Luke). She is predeceased by her son Frederick, and by her brothers Vincent, Ernest and Frederick. A devoted wife and mother, she took great joy in her family until the very end, offering endless support, wonderful humor and unconditional love to all who knew her. Calling hours will be held January 8 at the Matarese Funeral Home, 325 Main St. in ASHLAND, MA from 1-3PM with a Remebrance Service at 3 PM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her name to The National Center For Missing Adults at www.theyaremissed.org. (www.mataresefuneral.com)

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Published by Boston Globe on Jan. 2, 2011.

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Thomas Schanze

January 2, 2011

Dear Walter and Albert, I realize the distance has not made it easy to remain close but I always hold Aunt Elsie very close to my heart with many fond memories. I am sorry for your loss and the last of the great Schanze generation.

with love and warmest regards,

Tom Schanze

debbie mello

January 2, 2011

I can't believe your gone.I miss you so much.You are and always were the angel on my shoulders.I know you are at peace and that you finally found what you were searching for for so many years.Thiry years of you teaching me and of me teaching you oh I remember when I would make you laugh if only others knew why.You will forever be in my heart I love you like a mother a mentor but mostly my friend.
Rest In Peace Elizabeth <3

Hilary Ford

January 2, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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