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Benjamin Zanghi Obituary
Loving husband, father, grandfather, brother
LEOMINSTER -- Benjamin J. Zanghi, 80 years old, of Leominster, formerly of Fitchburg, passed away peacefully Monday, February 17, 2014, at UMass Memorial Medical Center, Worcester, surrounded by his family.
"Ben" was born March 8, 1933 in Fitchburg, to the late Benedetto and Nina (Catanese) Zanghi.
He leaves his much loved wife of 61 years, Ellen (Guizard) Zanghi; four children, Patti E. Anderson of Gardner, Karen Z. Cormier and her husband, Paul of Leominster, Brian K. Zanghi of Southborough, and Gary B. Zanghi of Clinton. His son, Steven P.A. Zanghi of Gardner passed away October 11, 2011; nine grandchildren, Benjamin, Jennie, Jessie, Brannock, Nathan, Brianna, Jared, Nicolas, and Mikayla. Ben also leaves his brothers, Frank Zanghi and his wife, Betty, Joe Zanghi and his wife, Lil, and sisters, Emily Raymond, Rose Raffaelle, and his nieces and nephews.
He was also predeceased by his two brothers, Steven and Sam Zanghi, and his two sisters, Grace Piermarini and Mary LeBlanc.
Ben retired in 1995 from Lewcott Chemical Research, where he was a supervisor manager. First and foremost he enjoyed spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. He also loved his home in Florida in the winter and in the summer he loved living in Wells, Maine at the beach. He was an avid sports fan and especially cheered for the Red Sox and the New York Football Giants.
Ben gave his wife and family much love and wonderful memories, which will stay in their hearts forever. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather, and will be sadly missed and always remembered.
ZANGHI -- Calling hours will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2014 from 3-6 pm in the Silas F. Richardson & Son Funeral Home, 106 West Street, Leominster. A memorial service and burial will be held in the spring. www.richardsonfuneralhome.net
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Memories and Condolences
for Benjamin Zanghi
Michael Kelley
March 1, 2014
So sorry for your loss. He was a great guy.
Sue O'Leary
February 25, 2014
Gary,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this sad time.
gary zanghi
February 23, 2014
On behalf of my family , thanks for all the thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. It was greatly appreciated and felt deeply in our hearts .
Peter & Tina Murray
February 20, 2014
Gary,
We are sorry to read about the passing of your dad. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Charlene Cerier
February 20, 2014
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Brian's father. My deepest condolences.
February 20, 2014
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Brian's dad. My deepest condolences. Charlene Cerier Appleman
February 20, 2014
Our sympathies to Ellen and the family. We have fond memories of Benny in Maine.
Paul and Linda Dermatis
February 20, 2014
UNCLE BEN, you were the quintessential family man. A loving uncle with a contagious smile.YOUR loving nephew,Tony Zanghi
February 20, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Marie Fournier Woodard
February 20, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers to the Entire Zanghi Family...He will be deeply missed. Love to all of you. Nina & Alex, Krystie.
Vic & Lucille Nuoorimo
February 20, 2014
Joe & Lil,
Our deepest sympathy to you, and your family. Hope you're both well.
David & Laurine DiGeronimo
February 20, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Ben's family. Being Karen,s neighbor we had the pleasure of meeting Ben. He was a very sweet man and will truly be missed.
Our deepest sympathy,
Bill Aho
February 20, 2014
My condolences to Ben's family.
I remember him from our high school days. A good man.
Bill Aho
February 20, 2014
My condolences to Ben's family.
I have fond memories of Benny from our high school days. A good man, and boy, who will be remembered.
Cheryl,Todd ,Erick, Aunt Emilie
February 20, 2014
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
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