Laura Taverna (Oliveri)of South Boston, March 15, 2012.
Beloved wife of the late Francesco. Devoted mother of Rocco & his wife Maria of Hull, Joseph & his wife Lucia of E. Boston, Anthony & his wife Theresa of Braintree, Rose Dalton & her late Husband Kenny Dalton, Marie Tina Taverna & son in law Gabriel Manchon & Francesca & Frank Jr all of South Boston.
Loving grandmother of 12 grandchildren & 19 great-grandchildren. Also lovingly survived by 1 brother & 3 sisters who reside in Europe.
Visiting hours will be held at The Casper Funeral Home, 187 Dorchester Street, SOUTH BOSTON, on Monday from 4 to 8 PM. Followed by a Funeral Mass in Gate of Heaven Church on Tuesday at 10 AM. Interment St. Michael Cemetery.
Former proprietor Rosalie's Fashion Shop, Salem Street, North End. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Alzheimer's Assoc., 311 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472.
Our mother peacefully passed away late Thursday afternoon, surrounded by her seven children.
The matriarch of our family, she was the powerful driving force that made our family a special and unique one!
She was a devoted wife and mother who relentlessly dedicated her life to her husband and children. She was an exemplary role model who taught us that “family” and “love of family” was one of the most important components of life.
Our mother was an extraordinary woman who lived a simple life. Born before her time, she was progressive with a mind well advanced beyond the historical period and region in which she was born.
The power of her love will continue to reside in the hearts and minds of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and in all those who were touched by her elegant spirit!
Rocco, Joseph, Tony, Rosalie, Tina, Francesca and Frank Jr.