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Hortense Willette Obituary

Of Somerville and Arlington, August 10, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Philip C. Willette. Mother of Loretta Caponigro and her husband Andrew of Billerica, Richard Willette and his longtime companion Maryann Heuston of Somerville and the late Philip Willette. Daughter of the late Amedeo and Assunta (Ciarlante) D'Auria. Sister of Judith Ferolito of Stoneham, Carmilla Toner of Somerville, the late Livia Casazza, Hugo D'Auria, Adele Nolan, Amedeo D'Auria, Jr. and Dorothy Hubbard. Mother in law of Karen Willette and the late Joanne Willette. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, Debra Murtagh, Philip, Laura, Steven and James Willette, Andy, Jr., Paul and David Caponigro, Dora Beaulieu and Brian Caponigro, 15 great grandchildren, the oldest Tara was born on her 75th birthday, and many nieces and nephews including William and Alfred Casazza. She was a member of the Ladies Sodality and the Catholic Daughters of St. Clements Church where she was a longtime parishioner. She was an assistant Girl Scout Leader at St. Clements and a long time resident of both Somerville and Arlington. Funeral from the Keefe Funeral Home, 5 Chestnut Street (Rte. 60. adjacent to St. Agnes' Church) ARLINGTON on Wednesday at 9 am. Funeral Mass in St. Agnes' Church at 10 am. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Tuesday 4-8 pm. Burial in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. For online condolences visit www.keefefuneralhome.com

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Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin from Aug. 13 to Aug. 14, 2006.

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Joanne & Michelle Ruggiero

August 18, 2006

Ricky,

We just heard about your the loss of your mother. Please accept our condolences.We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

karolyn spinney

August 16, 2006

dear ricky, we are sorry for the loss of your mom. your in our thoughts and prayers. love howie and karolyn xo

Sean Murphy

August 16, 2006

Ricky,



Sorry for your loss.

Elaine M. Sudanowicz

August 15, 2006

May memories comfort your grieving hearts. With our deepest sympathy in the loss of your dear mother.

Disabled American Veterans Chapter # 27

August 14, 2006

To The Willette Family,

Your are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.

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