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Daniel Grillo Obituary
Daniel, son of the late Jesse A. and Margaret M. (Santos) Grillo, was born in Marlborough, Massachusetts on October 1, 1950 and lived in Hudson before moving to Gardner. He was a graduate of Mount Wachusett Community College.
Daniel had been employed with the Sky Scape Co. in Marlborough. He was a member of the Sudbury Militia for twenty-four years where he served as a Colonel. He portrayed a barber surgeon in the group and was a member of the 85th regiment de St. Onge and the End Zone Militia which performs at the New England Patriots home games.
He will be sadly missed by his beloved wife of 24 years, Judith H. Grillo; one sister, Magdalen M. Brewer and her husband, John, Jr. of Northboro; four nieces, Jessica Ross, Nicole Tompkins, Katherine Misiewicz and Elizabeth Misiewicz; one nephew, Philip Brian Murphy; three grandnieces and two grandnephews.
It being his request, all services will be private. There are no visiting hours. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Levi Heywood Memorial Library, 55 West Lynde St., Gardner, MA 01440. To sign the online guest book for the family, please visit us online at
www.fletchercares.com
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Community Chapel of Lamoureux Fletcher & Smith Funeral Home, 105 Central St., Gardner.
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Doc Pherigo
June 27, 2011
Judith,Dan and I were in the Air Force together and shared a small house and an apartment in San Bernadino.He was a good friend.He took me to my first hockey game[I still don't understand it but I enjoy it and always think of Dan when I watch].We had some great times together even tough I teased him about his accent.Its my hope that your life will be filled with fond memories of Dan.May you find comfort and happiness in your life.A friend in California, Doc Pherigo
Audrey Childs
June 23, 2011
Judy, It is so hard to loose such a close friend as Dan. I could always count on Dan for an odd story or to set me straight by embarrassing me when I didn't know someone's name. I could write a book just filled with all the ways he touched my heart and my parents. He even helped me rewrite a paragraph in my young adult novel. My heart bleeds for you. Our friendship will live through eternity. You are always in my prayers as you know how I love you.
Audrey
June 18, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear about Dan. He and I were in the Air Force together, all 4 years,basic training,tech school and Norton AFB. He and I another guy went to Chicago and New Years eve 68/69 trying to pick up girls at the USO (not much luck).When we got to Norton he would loan me his car to go out on dates. Went with him when he picked out his new Opel Cadet. We lost track after the Air Force but got back in contact about 4 years ago on line. I will miss you Dan.Your friend Blake Bethards
Sandy Bartlett
June 3, 2011
Judy,
Art and I are shocked to hear about Dan. We'll always remember his hot chilli recipe and all the outfits you made for the reenactments. Words cannot express how sad we feel for you and your family. I'm sure he has already found his place in heaven. God bless your family. Sandy & Art Bartlett.
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Art,Josey&James DesChamps
June 3, 2011
Judy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...God Bless you Dan...
"Keep Heaven Laughing"...
Arthur Gould
June 2, 2011
Thoughts and prayers to Judy and family. Dan made re-enacting fun for the re-enactors as well as spectators. Listening to Dan talk to the public from his deep knowledge and appreciation of history combined with his sense of humor was always so interesting. Dan's funny and insightful "running commentary" made you want to stay on your toes.
Chris & Angela Schoonmaker
June 2, 2011
Judy,
We are very sorry to hear about Danny. I always enjoyed the family reunions, with his stories and hearty laugh. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Steve Kahn
May 31, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear that Dan has passed, what a shock! I'll miss seeing him at all the Pats games, always laughing and smiling after a win, always brutally entertaining while analyzing a loss. Dan will be missed, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Susan Sereti
May 31, 2011
So sorry for your loss. I always think of the days at ummc. God bless you Judy.
Sue Sereti('vna)
May 31, 2011
Judy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. There is now no reason to watch a Pat's game here in Indy if Dan isn't there in the end zone. Remember the good times and cherish them.
Alice & Tom Grillo
May 31, 2011
Judy,
Our hearts go out to you and your family...We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers...
Joanne & Gary Heimerdinger
Mark Richardson
May 31, 2011
Dan always kept us laughing with his stories, jokes and opinions about everything. He had such an expressive face, always with a twinkle in his eye. All of us in the reenactment world will miss him for sure. The North End Zone at Gillette Stadium will be different without him, but he'll be watching from above for sure, and giving us all a kick in the butt when we need one. NFL game officials and visiting teams will certainly miss his constant "remarks" aimed at them from the North. Thank you Dan for all you have given to us. Judy, my prayers are with you, and I look forward to seeing you continue to educate the public about the secrets of 18th century herbalism.
Graham Ward
May 31, 2011
Dan will be very much missed by all those UK Patriots who had the chance to meet with him, either online, in Foxborough or in London - we've lost a true friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you Judy.
Dean Rantz
May 30, 2011
Judy!I will miss being Set up Next to him at the Sudbury Faire! And My Yearly swig of 'Medicinal Courvoisier'! He will Keep Heaven Laughing! Yours. Dean
May 30, 2011
Dan was always there with a smile or a joke or a laugh. A man who will never be forgotten. We fired over Dilboy field for you after the parade. God bless you, Danny!
Carl and Ellie Hutchinson
Bill and Cori Rose
May 30, 2011
We always enjoyed listening to Dan's portrayal of the barber/surgeon/frater at 18th century reenactments and always left with new information. He and Judy were usually surrounded by interested people, both reenactors and spectators. Our thoughts and prayers to Judy. Bill and Cori Rose
Jim and Janet Stanford
May 30, 2011
Dear Judy,
Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family at this very sad time. Dan was a kind and gentle man and we always looked forward to seeing him in the end zone at the Pats games. Our prayers are with you and we know God has a special place for Dan in heaven.
Jim & Janet Stanford
Nancy DiLeo
May 30, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Julia Donahue
May 30, 2011
Dan was a talented reenactor and a wonderful and entertaining teacher. My prayers to Judy and the Family. Our Hobby has lost a giant. We will never be the same.
Lynn Vigeant
May 30, 2011
HELLo Judy, I'am sorry about the death of Daniel.There is not much you can say at a time like this other then I will Pray for you, and that God will watch over you with much care. Love Lynn V
Scott Hebert & Staff of the Lamoureux Fletcher Community Funeral Home
May 29, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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