WEST NEWFIELD- Gail Lawrie Buccini, age 91, passed away peacefully at home on March 20th, 2025. Gail was the daughter of the late William and Lillian (Laitala) Purdy. She is predeceased by her husband, Joesph (Joe) Buccini, and brother, William Purdy. Survivors include her children, Gregory Buccini and Maryann of Plymouth MA, Robert Buccini and David Buccini of West Newfield, Laurie Powers (Joseph) of Holbrook MA, Lynne Forti (Kevin) of Middleboro MA, Joseph Buccini and Sheila Curran of Palm Harbor, FL and Michael Buccini (Kimberly) of Mansfield MA, fifteen grandchildren, and eleven great grandchildren.
Gail was born in Fitchburg, MA on March 8th, 1934.
After graduating from Thayer Academy, in Braintree MA, Gail attended Rhode Island School of Design. She met Joe when they were both 16 and they spent 70 loving years together. They married in 1953 and went on to raise seven children together in Quincy, MA. After working by Joe’s side at Buccini’s Mister Sub, she opened her own store, Encore Quality Consignments, right next door. The family later opened a homemade ice cream shop next to that and named it Purdy’s, after Gail’s family.
Gail and Joe purchased their home, affectionately known as “The Farm”, in West Newfield in the early 70s as a vacationing spot for their children. The Farm became a multi-generational gathering place for the family, made cozy and welcoming by Gail.
Gail was an avid reader and enjoyed painting, playing piano, and doing crossword puzzles. But more than anything else, she loved being a mother and a nana.
Her family was her pride and joy, and spending time with them was her favorite aspect of life. She embodied unconditional love that you could feel through her tight hugs and affectionate words. She always ensured that those in her life knew that they were welcome, appreciated, and loved as they were.
She will be remembered for her bright, nurturing, and loving personality that filled those who knew her with joy and comfort.
A private ceremony will be held at The Farm at a later date.
Online condolence messages can be submitted at the Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service website, www.mainefuneral.com
Donations in her memory can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.