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Philip Gagliardi Obituary

17 years old, by accident - of Medford, September 27. Loving and Cherished son of Philip J. Gagliardi and Sandra DiSanto. Loving brother of Maria, Sandra and Baby Paul Gagliardi and his mother Lisa Sperlinga. Beloved grandson of Lillian and Philip Gagliardi of Medford, and Rocco DiSanto of Portland, Maine. Also survived by many caring aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Funeral from the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St,. MEDFORD, on Wednesday at 10 AM, followed by a funeral mass celebrated in St. Joseph Church, 118 High St., Medford at 11 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting Hours Tuesday 5-9. Services will conclude with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. It has been requested that in lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy be sent in Philip's memory to the Medford Vocational High School, 430 Winthrop St. Medford, MA 02155. For directions and guest book dellorusso.net Dello Russo Funeral Home (781) 396 9200 Medford - Woburn

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 29 to Oct. 1, 2002.

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Dorothy Morrell

July 25, 2025

In Loving Memory of Phil
Forever 17 - Always Loved

Today, you would have turned 40.
It´s hard to imagine all the milestones, dreams, and laughter we missed.
But your light-bright and unforgettable-left a mark that time can´t erase.

We remember you not just for the years we had,
but for the love you gave,
the laughter you sparked,
and the space you still hold in our hearts.

Your name is spoken often.
Your memory is cherished deeply.
And your spirit is with us-always.

Happy Heavenly Birthday, Phil.
We love you, and we miss you

PEACE

October 31, 2023

21 years have passed not a day, minute, or second goes by that you are not thought of, you made a huge impact on everyone that knew you nothing will ever be the same...

JMJ

September 27, 2021

Rest In Peace

Aunty Anna

July 25, 2021

Happy heavenly birthday Philip. Not a day goes by without thoughts of you. My precious nephew, I miss you.

Mom

July 25, 2021

Happy Birthday My Sweet Child
Love You

Lisa Sperlinga

July 26, 2020

Thinking about you on your birthday and everyday. Wishing you were here because life could be so much happier with you in this world. This world today is not a pretty place and I bet where you are it's filled with love , peace and happiness. God would have it no other way. We all miss your presence on earth. Love you forever

Until we meet again
Your stepmom Lisa.

July 25, 2020

Happy Birthday in Heaven Phil . Love you and
miss you ! Until the day we meet again , You will never leave my mind !

July 24, 2020

Words Can Not Express How Much You Are Loved And Missed

July 25, 2019

Happy Birthday To My Handsome Beautiful Boy

April 4, 2019

Thinking of you Today on Another Special Day...

September 29, 2018

Hard to believe it's been 16 years you've been gone. It seems like yesterday you blessed the world with your smiling face and heart like no other. Time is flying by, but your memory is still in all of us that love you. Life gets crazy and hectic but you always cross my mind. You will eternally continue to live on and will never be forgotten XOXO

July 25, 2018

Phil, your Birthday Today! 33 a perfect number! -You are the only Truly Pure Heart I have ever known ! I long to see you again ! ❤

May 13, 2018

Inexhaustible Love

April 1, 2018

PEACE BE WITH YOU...

April 1, 2018

I LOVE YOU FOREVER ❤

September 27, 2017

Philip, today it has been 15 years since God chose to keep you wth him and the angels.He must have needed you and your kind Heart.We miss you more than words can say.But knowing we will see you again keeps us going. Love You Always

September 2, 2017

"Forever In My Heart ,Until We Meet Again...

July 25, 2017

Happy Birthday Philip Love And Miss You

December 4, 2016

Miss you Phil ...

December 3, 2016

Guide us with your Grace
Give us faith so we'll be safe
Love and miss you

November 23, 2016

Happy Thanksgiving Sweet Philip...

Auntie Dorothy, Phil And Mom

Dorothy DiSanto-Morrell

September 26, 2016

August 24, 2016

The One The Only The Beautiful You...

August 6, 2016

Thank You for the sign yesterday that was a miracle

July 25, 2016

Thinking of you today, your 31st birthday and always.

July 25, 2016

Happy Birthday in Heaven. I love You always

Paul

May 11, 2016

can't believe how long it's been was just thinking about you today bro

March 27, 2016

Happy Easter Phil

February 18, 2016

I Miss Everything About You...

January 31, 2016

Thank you for the last post! It means so much to us that Phil is still remembered for the very kind hearted and warm soul that he is.God Bless You! - Phils Dad

January 30, 2016

Miss your kindness and warm heart. I think of you and pray everyday for u Philip. I know you sit beside jesus. Keep yoir dad and family safe. I know that you do.. I have beem blessed to have had you as a student. DECOLRES!

December 6, 2015

You and only you knew and accepted and loved me unconditionally...

November 7, 2015

Love you so much...

July 25, 2015

On Your Birthday You Are Not Forgotten,May the Sacred Heart of Jesus And Mary Always Be With You.

April 25, 2015

"Thinking of You With Love Always"

February 22, 2015

Missing You Always,Good Lord You Have An Angel For Sure...

February 20, 2015

Thinking of you today

February 19, 2015

Just sitting here thinking of you pal , your missed more than words could ever say . Rest in peace my friend .

Ann Farina

August 23, 2014

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PHIL!!!
BUTTERFLY KISSES to you in heaven!

Anna DiSanto

July 25, 2014

Happy 29th Birthday. Love you forever.

July 25, 2014

Thinking of you today your 29th Birthday.love you always.

July 10, 2014

Your Birthday This Month is almost here the sweet smells of Summer will always remind me of you and your beautiful heart and Soul,you can never be replaced one of a kind for sure...

February 14, 2014

"There Is Not A Day That Goes By That I Don't Think Of You"

September 30, 2013

You are missed more and more with each passing day. You will always be in my heart.

September 27, 2013

"R.I.P PHIL"

September 26, 2013

"Phil,You Will Never Fade Away From My Heart Or Soul"For Ever Young," For all Eternity"

September 11, 2013

You are a Man No One could ever Replace, God took away what we want back ! You we're too Good for this World I suppose ? Missing you Forever in Every Day !

carmen willdigg

September 10, 2013

As I sit here thinking of you and missing my best friend not a day goes by that your not on my mind. I will never forget about you and the good times we shared. I can't believe it's going to be 11 years this month. I know you are watching over all of your family and friends. Love you and miss you so much!!!!

Aunty Anna

July 25, 2013

Happy Birthday Philip. I miss you.

July 25, 2013

Happy birthday in Heaven Phil.never forgotten,until we meet again,love you always.

May 9, 2013

Missing you More With each passing Day...

March 31, 2013

Happy Easter Philip...the most beautiful person I have ever known

March 31, 2013

Happy Easter Nephew.

March 30, 2013

Happy Easter (In Heaven Phil)

January 5, 2013

You gave a gift to the World to call you Friend.

September 27, 2012

10 years , missing and loving you , every minute of every hour of every day.until we are together again.

Aunty Anna

August 9, 2012

The sweet scent of summer holds you close within my heart, today and always. Missing you Phil.

July 25, 2012

happy 27th birthday in Heaven ,Phil.

June 20, 2012

I will not rest until I see you again, my Heart is your Heart forever in my Soul.

February 17, 2012

My Heart Will Always be With You

January 17, 2012

Phil
Pure Of Heart.

December 25, 2011

Phil, Merry Christmas With Much Love...

December 25, 2011

Merry Christmas in Heaven Phil.

December 13, 2011

Until we meet again!!!

December 9, 2011

Filippooooo, Always on my mind.Cant wait to see you.My Best Pal.With all my love. Dad.

October 24, 2011

"He who sows the good seed is the Son of Man"
Matthew 13:37

October 22, 2011

Missing You Phil ,Never Forgotten
<3

October 21, 2011

Phil
"Kind Hearted"

lisa sperlinga

September 27, 2011

always in my heart such a good boy. paulie missing a good brother. rip little Phil

joe

September 26, 2011

Miss ya Phil! THinking of you and your family today!

September 26, 2011

Miss and love you Nephew!!!

mike Grande

September 25, 2011

There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you... I saw your dad the other day and he misses you and loves you thank you for keeping a eye on me all these years you will never be forgotten.

September 25, 2011

Love and miss you
Always in our hearts
Love always
Katy O

December 25, 2010

Merry christmas in Heaven Phil. Love You.

October 1, 2010

Phil and family:
Thinking of you and remembering Phil. Always in our thoughts and our hearts.

Joni Snydeman Schurko

September 27, 2010

Today, it is 8 years since we lost you. Not a day goes by without you in my thoughts.You were only 17 but you touched so many with your kindness.Hope is knowing I will see you again someday.

Gina R

August 26, 2010

Thinking of you today as it approaches 8 years since you've been gone.XOXO

July 25, 2010

HAPPY 25TH BIRTHDAY PHIL,YOU ARE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER.

Lisa Sperlinga

July 25, 2010

Dear Little Phil
Here it is your 25th birthday and we miss you everyday. Your memories are in our hearts and we always talk about you. Your little brother talks about you all the time. He has your heart and beautiful spirit. I know you would be so proud of him. Love you and Rest in Peace our Dear Angel Phil.

July 25, 2010

Happy Birthday in Heaven Phil

July 22, 2010

HAPPY 25TH BIRTHDAY PHILIP YOU ARE GODS ANGEL

May 14, 2010

I Miss You More And More With Each And Every Passing Day...

Jessica

September 28, 2009

It's been seven years & it still feels like yesterday. I miss u so much phil. Guess what i hade a baby boy on 08/26/09 he is so beautiful. I know u will look out for him 4 me & i love u so much 4 that. Well i miss & love u so much. LOVE ALWAYS JESSICA XOXO :)

September 27, 2009

seven years. keep us strong Phil.

July 25, 2009

The sweet scent of summer reminds me of how much I miss your company. Happy Birthday precious one...

July 25, 2009

Happy Birthday in Heaven Phil. Miss you and Love you Always.

Joni Snydeman

December 12, 2008

Paul, Sandra, Maria, Sandra and Little Paul:

Please know we are thinking of you during this holiday season. Phil has never left our thoughts.

Joni, Neil and Nick Schurko

October 10, 2008

Hey Philly I can't believe it's been six years since you've been gone it's crazy... still think about you and how great you were and still are...I saw pictures of little paully on your sister's Facebook and omg! He looks alot like you..he's not so little anymore...so handsome! Anyway I'll be thinking of you.

Gina

shannon s

October 7, 2008

Hi baby,
I miss you O' so much....I was just having a conversation about you and started tearing up because there isnt a day that goes by without thoughts of you...boy alot has changed down here but I guess the only thing the same is the pain i have the day you left 6 years ago 9/27...wow 6 friggin years...I almost couldnt bring myself into dello russos for Jimmy Ravers wake ( I know alot have passed since then ) but since you past I havent been able to go into that place...but finally I did it for James and his family and everyone else I hope they forgive me there always in my thoughts..but you still consume alot of my thoughts all the what if's...I love you Phil and I can't wait to see you...I have alot of living to do for my little girl and I but when it's my time you better be waiting there arms wide open and waiting for a huge hug and kiss because I deff miss all that....xoxoxox I love you always baby....

September 29, 2008

PHIL,
I KNOW YOU ARE AN ANGEL LOOKING DOWN ON ALL OF US.
YOU WERE TO SPECIAL FOR GOD MUST HAVE A GREAT PLAN FOR YOU.
PLEASE PRAY FOR ALL OF US, WE NEED YOU TO HELP US, UNTIL WE CAN ALL BE TOGETHER AGAIN ! LOVE YOU HUNNY !

September 27, 2008

Today, its been six years since since we lost you. Pain beyond words.Longing to see you again.Love Always

Jessica C

July 30, 2008

Hi phil sry i'm late but HAPPY B-DAY! I miss you so much and i will never 4-get about u. LOVE YOU

Gina Ribeiro

July 25, 2008

Happy birthday Philly. You're forever and always in my heart.

July 25, 2008

Today, July 25th 2008, Phils 23rd Birthday. Happy Birthday in Heaven.Love You, and Miss You Always.

June 6, 2008

Not a day has gone by without the pleasant thoughts of you. You are truly one of a kind. I miss you terribly.

May 25, 2008

"God Bless You Phil, You are one of a kind."

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