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William SPIRO Obituary
He was the husband of Anastasia (Thanas) Spiro; and father of Dr. Debra Spiro-Allen and her husband, Dr. Mark Allen of Troy, NY, David William Spiro of Medford, MA and Kristin Spiro Ragucci and her husband, Dr. John A. Ragucci of Tewksbury, MA. Grandfather to Rachel, Felicia, Gianna and John Ragucci. Brother of Ellen C. Benson of Hingham, MA. Son of the late Louis Spiro and Constance (Viso) Spiro of Albania.
Bill was a member of Saint George Albanian Orthodox Cathedral of South Boston, where he served as choir director for over 50 years. He shared his passion for music and singing with his children and took great pleasure in their musical accomplishments. He was devoted to his family and they were his greatest pleasure.
He was always available to provide wise guidance and counsel. The beach was his happy place, and he liked to share the sun, surf and ice cream with his children and grandchildren, who affectionately referred to him as "Baba." He always had time for them and was proud of each and every one. Bill was also a loving dog dad to Vasili; as well as the late Jufka, Gezim, Li Li and Thanasi.
Visiting Hours will be on Saturday, August 30, 2–3:30PM, followed by prayers at 3:30PM, at Saint George Cathedral, 523 E. Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127.
Donations can be made in his memory to the St. George Cathedral Building Fund or the charity of your choice.
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Lisa Ragucci-Turpin
October 13, 2025
As I was gathering with my family this past weekend for my Uncle Emilio's 90th bday celebration, I learned that his daughter in law Kristin lost her father this past August. Ironically 2 days prior to my mother's 11th anniversary of her passing on the 27th. Deepest condolences to Anastasia, Kristin, and the whole Spiro and extended family and friends of William. Rest in Peace William. Another guardian angel for us all.
Dick George 101st Airborne Division Newburyport
August 29, 2025
Til Valhalla!
RoseAnn Gibbons
August 28, 2025
I worked with Bill for many years at GSA Boston when he was the director of budget and I was in the finance division. Our offices worked very closely together and he was also very friendly with my boss. I always enjoyed our interactions. He was a smart, savvy budget guy and he loved to share his financial knowledge. He was also a very dapper dresser and he was always so well put together.
Coincidentally we also lived near each other, so I would occasionally run into him at different places in Medford after he retired. It's been many years since I last saw him. He was sitting with a group of mall walkers outside of McDonald's at the former Meadow Glen Mall enjoying a cup of coffee and boisterous conversation. He was definitely in his element. Bill loved to chitchat and he always had some words of wisdom to share. He had such a memorable chuckle and he laughed easily and smiled often. I have fond memories of Bill.
My condolences to Bill's family and friends. He was a truly nice guy.
Jimmy Considine, Charlestown
August 28, 2025
Our sincere gratitude for your devoted military service to the people of this nation. May you rest in peace.
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Jill kottis
August 28, 2025
Worked with bill never forgot him he was always great to be wih worked with him in financial industry sorry for your loss
Joanna (Yana) Floros
August 27, 2025
Although, we never met Bill in person, I met your son decades ago back in Boston at Harvard. He was the most capable and most pleasant administrator assistant I ever had (and I had quite a few through my career). It was not a task that he couldn't do. Through his wit, extraordinary ability, love of music, and smarts, I met you and Thana. You both did an amazing job raising David and by extension your other children. And I know how proud you are about them and they about you. Congratulations and rest in peace!
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