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Angelo Carini
March 22, 2025
I found myself thinking of you today so I gave your name a quick google search. I should have known I'd see dozens of comments about what a special person you were. I wish I wasn't so young when you passed so I could really appreciate you in my life. Nonetheless I have some very fond memories of you. I loved coming over the house on Stearns Street, I don't remember many of our conversations but I'll always remember the love I felt in that house. You would always be cooking, my favorite being the eggplant parm and the stuffed calamari in the gravy that I wish I had the recipe for. I'd pluck them out of the pot till all that was left was gravy. The stuffed vinegar peppers were one of my favorite snacks and we still have the blankets you made somewhere at the house. When you're young you think everyone is this loving and kind. But as you grow up, you realize it takes a truly special person to be the kind of person you were. Unfortunately some of my most clear memories of you are towards the end, bed ridden on Sheafe Street going to dialysis 3 times per week. You still had good spirits then and you loved your olives and sharp cheddar cheese as a midnight snack. I'm happy I was able to do that for you. Love you Auntie.
JOSIE
January 30, 2023
There isnt a day that passes, where I do not think of you. You were my best and loyal friend for over 30 years. I wish I could pick up the phone and call you. I will never find another friend like you. Love Josie
Josie Zizzzo, Dzygala
January 30, 2019
Dear Jeanette, I miss you dearly. I miss your daily phone calls, your recipes, and just the fun we had talking about the old days. Every time I stuff mushrooms or artichokes, your the first person I think of. You will never be forgotten. I have that beautiful photo you gave me, and I read the message you had inscribed on the frame. You were one in a million. Love & miss you...
Glenn Miller
February 27, 2012
Jeannette was one of the most caring people i ever had the honor of knowing. Her humor and sarcasm are what i will remember the most about her. She was so happy to invite any of us EMT's into her home for some food or a beverage. I still think about her "marinated stuffed peppers" quite often. She was always kitting something for a family member or a friend. There aren't many people like her out there, which is why I am happy to have know her while she was here with us. You will be in my thoughts and prayers Jeannette. Safe travels, and keep an eye on us from time to time.
Julie Porfiris
February 27, 2012
May you rest in peace!
Juliette Lavigne
February 27, 2012
Jeanette was an amazing woman,extremely giving, and thoughtful. It always brightened my day when I would come to pick her up first in the morning.The world was a better place with her in it,I am lucky to have known her and will miss her dearly." Juliette LaVigne(Bridgewater,MA)
Joseph Tarara
February 27, 2012
Jeannette always had homemade food ready to give out and she was by far and away one of the kindest people I have ever met. I will miss picking her up and talking to her God Bless....
Nancy Ferris
February 27, 2012
Mrs. 'O' was not just a patient. She was a decent human being with a huge heart. We all know how giving she was and she loved sharing her offerings. I will always cherish her shared "gravy" recipe. I think of her every time I make it and am grateful when it graces my table. My family loves it! ~~Rest in Peace, Jeannette.
Our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Jeannette.
The Ferris Family
Michelle Rose
February 27, 2012
Jeannette was such a loving, kind, and giving woman. She will be missed by so many, Sad for her family who so obviously loved her dearly. There are certain people in this world who touch the lives of others in a special way, she was one of those people. <3 <3 <3 I'm thankful I had the privelage to have known her.
Gerard Neal
February 27, 2012
Jeannette was one of my favorite patients, she always had a smile no matter what the weather is or the mood she in, but she was a sweet person, one of the kind. Jeannette you will be miss here at fallon, rest in peace
Joe Cumming Jr
February 27, 2012
Jeanette was my favorite patient she was always friendly. She knitted two blankets for my twin babies. Jeannette you are at peace now no more suffering. We will miss you dearly.
Sheila Williams
February 27, 2012
Jeannette, you will be missed in some many ways. You always have a warm smile for everyone that has cross your path, even on your worst day.
Justine Sullivan
February 27, 2012
My favorite days at Fallon were when I got to hang with Jeannette. We became something of pen pals when I left that job. And today I'll wear one of the winter hats she gave me- Betty Boop of coarse!!.
Gabe, Lucy and Family Virgilio
February 8, 2012
Jeanette was not only a neighbor but a friend with a heart of gold. She loved to cook and feed people and would alway remember sending us her famous vinegar peppers. Rest in peace Jeanette, you suffered enough.
Our heartfelt prayers and sadness go out to her family who she loved dearly.
You will be missed y us and many.
Phyllis Greco
February 6, 2012
To The Onessimo Family,
Jeannette was a kind women she did alot for people, she had a big heart. I'll never forget Jeannette when my mother Connie her and the rest of the gang played cards on Sheafe Street. R.I.P. Jeannette you were a great women.
Phyllis Siciliano Greco, Lynn MA, (Formerly of the North End)
junior dipasquale
February 6, 2012
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Josie Zizzo, Dzygala
February 6, 2012
We were best friends for 50 years. We still called each other every day, she was the most generous and true friend. I was so lucky to have her in my life for all those wonderful years. I will never forget you, and I will continue to play your favorite oldies song. I will miss you so much.
Nancy (Nanie) Delaney
February 6, 2012
Jeanette was the most kind, generous person around! A family friend for years, she was always happy, smiling and always giving! We have so many of her blankets and my daughters have many colorful ponchos adorned with her fun fur! She was my mother's dearest friend and the only one who came to visit her while she spent months recovering at Spaulding rehab. I'll never forget her generosity and big heart. She will be greatly missed.
Donna Amari
February 6, 2012
I am deeply sorry for your loss. She will be greatly missed by family and friends. May your memories help comfort you. With heartfelt sympathy.
February 6, 2012
TO THE FAMILYOF JEANNETTE .SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR SISTER.HER SON ALBERT.
ANNA{GUN)COVIELLO
Constance LaBonte
February 5, 2012
"Always Giving" you will be sadly missed.
Love Cousin Connie
JEANNETTE ONESSIMO
February 5, 2012
IAM GONNA MISS AUNTIE JEANNETTE, SO MUCH SHE WAS ONE IN A MILLION THE NICEST AND GENEROUS PERSON U WOULD EVER MEET SHE FED EVERYBODY MADE US BLANKETS HOURS ON HOURS SHE WOULD SPEND HER TIME NITTEN SHE LOVED TO COOK AND PRESERVE HER JELLYS AND PEPPERS OR WHAT EVER SHE COULD PRESERVE COULDNT ASK FOR A BETTER AUNT SHE WAS A FIGHTER SHE NEVER GAVE STRONG WOMAN SHE WILL DEARLY BE MISSED AND ALWAYS IN MY THOUGHTS UR AT PEACE NOW WITH UR FAMILY .I LOVE U AUNTIE JEANNETTE ALWAYS XOXOXO
The Staff of Gaffey Funeral Home
February 5, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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