Celia A. (Giallonardo) Pasquarosa 97, of Franklin, died peacefully on Tuesday October 26, 2021 at Maples Nursing Home following a brief illness. She was the wife of the late Paul A. Pasquarosa, who died in 2004.
Born on May 29, 1924 in Medway, daughter of the late Gregorio and Concetta (Circcone) Giallonardo, she was resident of Franklin since 1947. Celia was raised and educated in Medway. She worked as a secretary at Wrentham State School for 25 years.
She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was communicant of Saint Mary’s Church, Catholic Women’s Club and the Franklin Sons of Italy.
Celia is survived by her children, Paula Saccoccio and her husband Frank of Franklin and Peter Pasquarosa and his wife Linda of Franklin.
Also surviving are her grandchildren, Dave Debaggis(Susanne), Rebecca Lavergne(Chris), Adam Debaggis(Kristin), Aimee Goguen(Jason), Nick Pasquarosa(Jenn),Anthony Pasquarosa( Kryssi) & Tyler Pasquarosa(Brittany) and 13 great grandchildren who she loved dearly.
She was the sister of the late Julia Pecci-Parchesky, Lena Nordstrom, Anna Yadisernia, Mary Bertoni, William, Benny, Gene, Orlando & Francis Giallonardo.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral Sat. Oct 30th, at 9AM from the Charles F. Oteri and Son Franklin Funeral Home 33 Cottage St followed by a funeral Mass in St. Mary's Church, Franklin at 10AM.
Interment will follow at the parish cemetery.
Calling hours are Friday from 5-7PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be sent to the Franklin Food Pantry 43 West Central St. Franklin, MA 02038