NOVICK, Marietta B. (DeSesa) of Wellesley passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025. Born in Boston to the late Louis and Louise DeSesa, she was the beloved wife of Alfred W. Novick for 63 years. Marietta is also survived by her brother Peter M. DeSesa and his wife Janice of Cotuit, her niece Lynn Kennedy and her husband Bruce of Wayland and their children John, Alexandra, Olivia, and Jake, and her nephew Michael DeSesa of Natick and his son Jack.
Marietta was a travel consultant in Wellesley for over 40 years. She led many tour groups to many locations worldwide, returning many times to Italy, her favorite destination. Her passion for cooking and caring for animals provided Marietta with tremendous joy in her life.
A visitation will be held at the George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 477 Washington St, (Rt.16) Wellesley on Monday, April 7 from 8:30-9:30am followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Paul’s Church, Wellesley at 10:00am. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Wellesley.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Animal Rescue League of Boston, 55 Anna’s Pl, Dedham, MA 02026.