Anne M (Fiorenza) Reardon

Anne M. Reardon, 88, of Quincy, MA. Passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025. Born on December 15, 1936, in Boston. MA.

Anne was the beloved daughter of Salvatore and Lola Fiorenza. Of Arlington, MA. She was immensely proud of her Italian heritage.

Her early years were filled with the warmth of numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins, and a budding love for playing the piano.

A lifelong New Englander, Anne later married and moved to Nashua, New Hampshire, where she served as President of the Young Democrats. Working on the campaign of Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey. She later settled in Duxbury, MA, where she raised her family in a beautiful seaside town, rich in history and natural beauty. She was an avid Boston sports fan and held a deep affection for her birth city.

Anne spoke fondly of her memories of her walks around the Boston Public Garden with her Nonno (grandfather) and rides on the iconic Swan Boats

Anne adored her gentle grandmother (Nonna). She held a great admiration for her Father, Salvatore, who owned and operated his own printing company- Goodwill Press. He also held a long-term membership with the Knights of Columbus.

She deeply admired her mother and her exceptional cooking skills and fondly recalls many cherished Sunday family meals around the table in Arlington.

Anne was a woman of deep faith whose spiritual life was central to who she was. She had a lifelong devotion to Saint Francis of Assisi, finding inspiration in his humility, compassion, and love for all living things. She was equally moved by the leadership of Pope Francis.

Her love and pride in her five children and their accomplishments were immense.

She adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Anne loved them all and kept close contact with all of them.

Anne is survived by her five loving children, Ellen Ferson of Sandwich, MA and her husband Jim, Paula Reardon of New York and her partner Marie, Richard Reardon of Marshfield, MA and his wife Brenda, Linda Gallagher of Plymouth. MA and her amazing husband Chris, Joe Reardon of Delray Beach, FL, and his wife Kerry. Her three siblings, Edward Fiorenza, Jacqui Fiorenza, and Patti (Rick) Andrews. Her seven cherished grandchildren, Jessica, Eric, Daniel, Emily, Peter, Allie, and Lola, and four great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her name may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Anne will be remembered for her unwavering love of family. We will miss her bright light.

Should you find yourself in Boston consider taking a ride on a swan boat in her memory and think of her with a smile.