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Arthur Commito Obituary
Charlton/Southbridge - Arthur R. Commito, 91, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 24th, in the Overlook Masonic Healthcare Center, Charlton, after a long illness. He was a lifelong resident of Southbridge before moving to Charlton in 2018.
He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 70 years, Theresa (Benoit) Commito; his daughter, Linda Commito and her longtime companion Francesco Tarantino; his two sons, Robert Commito and his wife Virginia and Dr. Tyler Dylan-Hyde and his partner Tony Dylan-Hyde; his two granddaughters, Kate Hall and her husband Pat and Jenna Commito and her husband Benjamin Cooper; his two great grandsons, Zachary Hall and Kris Hall; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Alfred Commito and his two sisters, Livia Peck and Maria Commito. He was born in Southbridge the son of the late Antonio and Annina (Pardi) Commito. He was a US Air Force Veteran of World War II, serving 3 years.
Arthur was best known in the Southbridge community as 'Art', the owner of Art's Variety Store, where he served up coffee, lime rickies, jokes, and advice for 52 years before retiring in 2009. He spent the next several years sitting on the other side of the counter at local coffee establishments. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Detrianna council 199 in Southbridge. Art was a successful businessman, but he was most proud of the fact that his hard work enabled him to provide opportunities for his children and grandchildren and to help those in need.
The family would like to thank all the staff at the Overlook Communities, especially the 3rd floor. They would also like to thank the staff at Harrington Memorial Hospital who cared for Art on many occasions.
He will be greatly missed and his memory lovingly cherished.
Art's funeral service and burial will be at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours.
The Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, is directing arrangements.
www.morrillfuneralhome.com
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Billy prince
October 12, 2019
Art and arts spa...what a wonderful combination...Spent many days drinking coffee and chewing the fat in there..Thanks Art!!!!!
Keep that coffee brewing for the rest of us down here some day....
Joe Trifone
April 15, 2019
Theresa, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and my dear friend Art.
I often think of him and miss the laughter. Our excursions to the Bahamas are fond memories for me. I treasured the quickness of his mind and the sharpness of his tongue. A true "work of ART!"
Deepest regrets and sympathies. Best wishes to you always.
March 27, 2019
To Terry, Linda, Rob and the extended family of Art. He was a gentle man who loved his family dearly. He made that known by the way he would talk of you. Always a kind word and it was easy to see how he loved you all. It truly was a pleasure knowing him and seeing him in church with Terry for many years.
Our sincere condolences go out to all of you.
Ken & Susan K.
Sandy Provost
March 27, 2019
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Your Dad was truly an incredible man,and his loss is felt deeply by me and all who had a chance to know him.
Sandy
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Nancy Para
March 27, 2019
Linda and family: I am so sorry for your loss, your father was a great man. I remember the times I spent at your house as a child, your father always welcomed me. I know you will miss him; however, I also know that you all have good memories to share. I will pray for you and your family. My prayer is that you will enjoy your memories, share them with family and friends and wrap your arms around each other as you hug each other. God bless.
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