Claire Ann Gadde

Claire Ann (Bianchi) Gadde, 69, of Mendon, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 30, at U Mass Medical Center , Worcester, surrounded by her beloved family after a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late Joseph C. Bianchi, Jr. and his wife, the late Eleanor O'Day Bianchi. Claire was a 1973 graduate of St. Mary's High School. She devoted 35 years of service as a Pharmacy Technician at Milford Hospital before retiring, and most recently worked part time at Marshall's Department Store in Franklin.

She is survived by her loving daughter, Amber Gadde, whom she called by countless loving nicknames, and her cherished grandson, Wes Gadde Bagley who she lovingly called "Mr. Blueberry Eyes". She also leaves behind her devoted siblings: Kathleen Pirro of Hopedale; Mary Roberto and her husband Joseph, Joseph Bianchi III and his wife Linda, and John Bianchi and his wife Marianne, all of Mendon. She was the niece of Regina L. (Bianchi) and her husband Bernard Consoletti of Milford. Claire was adored by her many nieces and nephews: Kailen Pirro and her husband Eric, Brien Pirro and his fiancée Susannah Crepet, Gianessa Pirro, Joseph Bianchi and his wife Abigail, Brittany Bonacci and her husband Kevin, Joseph Roberto, and Jaclyn Bianchi. She also leaves behind her great- nephews: Aiden, Sergio, Charlie and many loving relatives and friends. She will be lovingly remembered by her longtime companion, Richard Weber, known to her as "Richie," whose presence brought joy, laughter, and love to her life, and by her dearest friend, Debbie Fullum, with whom she shared countless cherished moments and a beautiful bond of friendship.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Claire's life during calling hours on Monday, July 7th, 2025, from 4 to 7 P.M. in the Consigli-Ruggerio Funeral Home, 46 Water Street, Milford. Her graveside service will be held on Tuesday July 8, 2025 at 11:30 A.M. in the Saint Thomas Section of St. Mary's Cemetery, Cedar St. Milford. Relatives and Friends are cordially invited to attend please arrive at the cemetery by 11:15am.