Joseph P. Rao

Joseph P. Rao

Joseph Rao Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Nov. 30 to Dec. 1, 2007.
Of Middleton, formerly of Everett, Nov. 29. Beloved husband of Pauline J. (Constantine). Dear and devoted father of Joseph P. Rao, Jr. and his wife, Pamela of Wilmington, Jeanne LeBlanc and her husband, Michael of Danvers, James K. Rao and his late wife, Linda of Beverly and Julie Martin and her husband, Kevin of Middleton. Brother of Vincent "Gigi" Rao and his wife Jessie of FL, Angelo Rao and his wife Viola of Stoneham, Mary Martin and her late husband, Edward of FL, Michael Rao of Revere and the late Pat, Salvatore, Frank and Atillio Rao. Also survived by 7 loving grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Funeral from the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) EVERETT, Monday morning at 8:30. Funeral Mass in St. Richard's Church, 90 Forest St., Danvers at 10 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Visiting hours Sunday 3-7 PM. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory to the Alzheimer's Association, 311 Arsenal St., Watertown, MA 02472 would be sincerely appreciated. Late U.S. Army veteran. Member K of C #97 Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home Everett617-387-3120

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December 26, 2007

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December 6, 2007

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November 30, 2007

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Laura and John Araujo

December 26, 2007

Joe and Pamela,

We are so saddened to hear of the loss of your dad. We know how hard this must be on you. May your memories bring you comfort during this holiday season. Please let us know if there is ANYTHING we can do for you.

Lisa/Tony DiMercurio

December 6, 2007

We didn't know Joseph very Long. But we felt as if we've known him for years. we adore his family, They have all brought such joy into our lives. keep smiling. we love you.

June Cornish Ballentine

November 30, 2007

To Mary Rao Martin and family: I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. My deepest sympathy to you and yours.

Debbie Sabella

November 30, 2007

Joe was a kindhearted, funny, loving person who loved his family and all those around him. He was our neighbor for many years. My children loved "Jo Jo" as they called him. Always stopping to talk to them and make then laugh. He will be sorely missed but know that he was always loved. Rest in Peace. The Sabella Family, Vinny, Debbie, Melissa, Jenifer and Al.

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