Susan M. Lagorio

Susan Maria (Bruni) Lagorio passed on peacefully on August 13, 2025 at age 69. Susan lived her life to the fullest and loved being a devoted mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, and neighbor. She leaves behind a great legacy of warmth, adventure, humor, strength, and thoughtfulness.

Susan was born in Chelsea on May 8, 1956 to Louis Bruni, Jr. of Everett and Lillian (Bodnaruk) Bruni of Chelsea. She was the youngest of four children, including Thomas Bruni of Roslindale, Stephan Bruni of Gray, Maine, and Michael Bruni of Lynn (predeceased). Susan attended the Immaculate Conception School in Revere, graduated from Revere High School, and earned her bachelor's degree in English from the University of Massachusetts, Boston.

She is survived by her daughter, Maria, her son-in-law, Clayton, and their children, Ethan, Mia, and Lucas Gritz, of Topsfield; her son, Peter, and daughter-in-law, Melissa (Luoma) Lagorio of Weymouth; her son, Gregory Lagorio, of Amesbury; as well as her adoring nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends. Susan's greatest role in this life was that of a mother and grandmother. Susan cherished her years as an active stay-at-home mom in Lynnfield. She frequently volunteered at several local schools and clubs, arranged memorable playdates and parties, and encouraged her children to develop their whole selves. Her grandchildren will lovingly remember their "Baba's" abundant imagination, shared moments of laughter, surprise treats, and many visits together.

Susan enjoyed a successful twenty-year career with the Town of Lynnfield, starting at the Council on Aging, where her mother would often accompany her for lunches and trips. More recently, she worked in the Town Clerk's office, where she had the opportunity to catch up with familiar faces. Susan also earned her CNA certificate and served as a Home Health Aide. All of these roles allowed Susan to share her empathy, generosity, and hospitality with others.

In her spare time, Susan loved to travel, bring people together, and create memories with her family. An avid hiker, Susan and her children, Maria and Peter, spent three days trekking through Rocky Mountain National Park in 2016. She also fondly remembered trips to Ireland, Ukraine, the Netherlands, London, and Quebec. Family members have referred to Susan as the "glue," as she often planned extended family reunions to honor their elders, the departed, and their faith. Susan also enjoyed an active social life, accompanying her friends and family on excursions to farms, museums, restaurants, movies, Maine and Boston. Holidays were always magical with Susan there, as she never failed to think of little ways to make everyone feel more special.

Family and friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours in the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals, 262 Beach Street, Revere on Friday, August 22nd from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, August 23rd at St. Rose of Lima Church, 12 Park Street, Topsfield, MA at 11:00 a.m. Please meet directly at church for her Funeral Mass on Saturday.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Make-a-Wish by visiting www.wish.org.