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ROSEMARY PORTANOVA Obituary

PORTANOVA, Rosemary P. (McGough) Of Needham, February 25, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Eugene L. Portanova for 58 years. Loving mother of Brian E. Portanova and his wife, Susan of Walpole, Keith E. Portanova and his wife, Tina of Needham, Scott D. Portanova and his wife, Lisa of Millis and Jason M. Portanova of Needham. Grandmother of Nicholas, Alexander and Daniel. Funeral from the George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 1305 Highland Ave., NEEDHAM, on Tuesday, March 4, at 9:30am, followed by a Funeral Mass, in St. Joseph Church, Needham, at 10:30am. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting Hours on Monday, March 3, from 4-7pm. Interment in Westlawn Cemetery, Littleton. For online guestbook, gfdoherty.com George F. Doherty & Sons Needham 781 444 0687

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 27 to Feb. 28, 2025.

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Susan & Fuad Dana

March 4, 2025

So sorry for the loss of your beloved Mother. May you find comfort in all your wonderful memories.

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Becca and Chucky Woodman

March 3, 2025

So sorry for your loss, we are keeping you in our prayers during this difficult time.
Love, Chucky Jr, Becca and Chucky III Woodman.

Barbara Sullivan

March 1, 2025

To Jason and Family .. My sincere condolences for the loss of your mother Rosemary. Keep only those happy memories. The rest are not that important anymore.

Dave Garrity

February 28, 2025

Jason and family, I am deeply sorry to hear this news about your mother. Sincere condolences to you at this unhappy time. Remember that she lives on in the hearts of those who love her. I hope the pain of this loss will soon be replaced by happy memories

Mary Trayers

February 28, 2025

Rosemary and I had become dear friends over the years...I will miss her very much.

Theresa Hamp

February 27, 2025

So sorry for your loss, and loss for all our family. We all have wonderful memories of wonderful time at your cottage in the summertime. May all your special memories provide some comfort during your grief. Love you all. Auntie Theresa and Uncle Conrad.

Joan Rose

February 27, 2025

So many cherished memories of Aunt Rosemary. She will be missed by us all. Love & Prayers to you all during such a difficult loss.
Love
Joanie & Bob Rose & Family

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3

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

George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Needham

1305 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492

Mar

4

Funeral

9:30 a.m.

George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Needham

1305 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492

Mar

4

Funeral Mass

10:30 a.m.

St. Joseph Church

Needham, MA

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1305 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492

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