Ellen W. (Di Vola) Smith, 88, of Medway died peacefully on Sunday, June 25, 2023 at her home. She was the beloved wife of Richard E. Smith, Sr. with whom she spent the last 60 years.
Born in Boston on April 28, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Pasquale and Lillian (Hurley) Di Vola.
Ellen was a resident of Medway for the past 22 years and formerly resided in Boston.
Ellen had a big heart. The door at her home was always open, ready to help anyone in need.
She loved cooking, going for walks and working in her yard.
Besides her husband, she is survived by her children; Charles McGee, Linda Livingstone, Mary McGee, Richard Smith, Jr., and Kathleen, Patrick and Robert Smith.
She is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
She was the sister of the late Donald “Butch” Lanza and Jimmy Lanza.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Celebration of Life on Sunday, July 16 at King Street Café, 390 King Street in Franklin at 3 p.m.
Arrangements are under the care of the Ginley Crowley Funeral Home, 3 Barber Street in Medway (www.ginleyfuneralhomes.com).