Sebastiano "Yano" Petrella, 75 of Medford, died Saturday at the Youville Hospital of Cambridge following a lengthy illness. Born in Boston, he was the son of the late Patrizio and the late Carmella (Giangrande) Petrella. Mr. Petrella was Medford resident for forty-four years formerly of Boston´s West End. He was a retired produce wholesaler. He co-owned and operated the Versitile Packing Co. for over twenty-five years retiring in 1986. Following his retirement he continued working for a number of years with Stop & Shop. He was an avid golfer, but most especially enjoyed cooking for and being with his family. Mr. Petrella was also a member of the West End Mercury Club. As an expression of sympathy memorial contributions may be made in Sebastiano´s memory to the National Shrine of St. Jude, 205 West Monroe, Chicago, IL 60606.
In addition to his beloved wife Rita (Capobianco), he is survived by two daughters; Marie Price and her husband Michael, Sara Petrella-Riley and her husband Michael, all of Medford, three sons; Peter L. and his wife Barbara, John J. and his wife Daria of Medford and James and his wife Katherine of Melrose. Mr. Petrella is the loving grandfather of eight grandchildren and one great grandchild. Brother of Mary Curro of Waltham, Gaetana Kawalski of Medford, Josephine Della Penna of Roslindale, Salvatore Petrella of Medford, the late Joseph and Domenic Petrella. Also survived by his cherished brother- in-law Raymond Capobianco.
Funeral from the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., Medford, Thursday, at 8 AM. Followed by a funeral mass celebrated in St. Joseph Church 118 High St. Medford, at 9 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Tuesday 7-9 and Wednesday 4 thru 8. Services will conclude with burial in Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford.