CARRARA, Donald J. of the German Centre, West Roxbury, formerly of Dedham, Mattapan, and Milton, passed away on March 6, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of the late Rosalin M. (Grassa) Carrara for 57 years. Devoted father of Vincent Carrara and his wife Catherine of Norwood and Christine DeFeo and her husband John of Kansas City, MO. Loving Pappy of Vincent, and Lorenzo Carrara, and Christopher, John Charles, and Nicco DeFeo. Dear brother of Kenneth Carrara and Joan Johnson. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Donald was a loving, funny, caring, thoughtful, and respectful person. His five grandsons were his joy everyday. He loved participating in all aspects of their lives. Donald also had a passion for cooking, fishing, star gazing, music, drawing, and photography. He touched many lives with his charismatic personality and genuine interest in others. He left a lasting impression whether you knew him for a few minutes or many years.
Visiting hours will be held at the P.E. Murray - F.J. Higgins, George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home 2000 Centre St. West Roxbury on Friday, March 14th from 4-7pm. Funeral from the funeral home on Saturday, March 15th at 8:30am, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Theresa Church at 9:30am. Military funeral honors conducted by the U.S. Air Force will follow the Funeral Mass at the church. Interment private. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Donald's memory to St. Theresa Church 2078 Centre St. West Roxbury, MA 02132.