Charles Ferrante, 91, of Medford, died September 23rd, 2019, at home surrounded by his family. Charles was born and baptized Marcellino Ferrante in Somerville, March 6, 1928.
Born and raised in Somerville, Charlie attended Somerville High School. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps to proudly serve his country in World War II and the Korean War and attended Suffolk University upon his return. Charlie worked for the United States Postal Service in South Boston for 37 years, retiring in 1988.
Charlie had a passion for gardening and the outdoors. His tomatoes, basil, peppers, along with many other herbs and vegetables from his lovingly cared for garden provided for many delicious family dinners. Charlie loved to share his harvest with neighbors and friends. Charlie loved the ocean and enjoyed vacationing with his wife and family, especially to Coastal Florida, Maine and Cape Cod. Many days on the Cape were spent digging for clams, the fruits of which were eagerly anticipated by friends and family. Linguine and clam sauce, stuffed quahogs, and littlenecks on the half shell were a favorite meal.
Charlie loved entertaining friends and family, filling the family home with great food and drink, laughter, and everlasting memories. Charlie also enjoyed cheering on his favorite teams, the Red Sox and the Patriots, with his family.
Above all else, Charlie was the best husband, Dad, and PopPop who adored his grandchildren. He dedicated his life to providing his wife, children, and grandchildren with a life filled with love, opportunity, and cherished memories and experiences.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 54 years, Enid Mary (Johnson) Ferrante of LLandudno, North Wales. Devoted father of Karen Ferrante of Hudson, NH, Robert Ferrante and his wife Caroline of Framingham, and Ellyn LaVecchia and her husband Anthony of Medford. Loving PopPop of Katrina Tumpney and her husband Troy, Cici Schaefer and her partner Christopher McFeely, Sophia and Joseph Ferrante, Maria, Rachel and Carly LaVecchia, and great-grandfather of Thomas McFeely.
His funeral will be from the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., Medford, Friday, September 27th at 10:30 AM followed by a funeral mass celebrated in St. Joseph Church, 118 High St., Medford, at 11:30 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Thursday 4 - 8 PM. Services will conclude with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. Late WWII and Korean War Veteran.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be sent in Charles' name to the United Spinal Association, 120-34 Queens Blvd. #320 Kew Gardens, NY 11415 or on their website at www.unitedspinal.org