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Gary DURSO Obituary

DURSO, Gary P. Of Nashua, NH, January 31. Beloved husband of Donna M. (Dell Isola) Durso. Loving father of Gary Durso, Jr. of Nashua, NH and Amanda Durso of Merrimack, NH. Brother of Stephen A. Durso and his companion, Jeannine Shaw of Whitinsville, MA and Peter F. Durso and his wife, Mariellen of Wells, ME. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and his cherished extended family, especially those in the Dell Isola family; as well as his grand dog, Buddy. Preceded in death by his parents, late Alfred and Eleanor (DiDonato) Durso; sister-in-law, Cheryl Durso; and his beloved four-legged companion, Maggie May. Funeral Mass in St. Patrick Church, 71 Central St., Stoneham, MA on Tuesday, February 6 at 10am. Visitation for relatives and friends will be held at the McDonald-Finnegan Funeral Home, 322 Main St., Stoneham on Monday, February 5 from 4-8pm. Interment, Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. Memorial donations in Gary's name may be made to American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741. For obit/guestbook,

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 2 to Feb. 4, 2024.

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Cathy Pratt

February 5, 2024

Donna, Gary and Amanda, I was so sorry to learn of Gary´s passing. I always thought of him as a gentle giant too. So many memories. I will remember him fondly. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Cathy, Ryan, Katie and Steve. If Steve were in his right mind, I´m sure he would want his condolences known as well.

Bridget Lo conte

February 5, 2024

We are very saddened to learn of Gary´s passing
It was memorable to watch him mature into a fine man.

Sending peace and prayers. To all his family.


Bridget Lo conte and family

Jane Barbuto Brenner and Stephen Brenner

February 3, 2024

Donna and family, We had so many laughs and fun times together. I was there the night the two of you met and were together ever since. May God bring you comfort at this time and May Perpetual Light Shine upon Gary.

AnnMarie Walsh

February 3, 2024

Dear Donna & family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Even though I haven't seen him for 40+ years, I remember Gary as a gentle giant with a kind smile. I pray your memories will comfort you at this difficult time.

AnnMarie (Barbuto) Walsh

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Memorial Events
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Feb

5

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

McDonald-Finnegan Funeral Home

322 Main St, Stoneham, MA 02180

Feb

6

Service

10:00 a.m.

St. Patrick Church

71 Central St, Stoneham, MA 02180

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322 Main Street, Stoneham, MA 02180

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