FRANKLIN—Alberto C. Taddeo 94, a longtime Franklin resident, died peacefully at his home on Friday October 29, 2010. He was the husband of the late Laura E. (D’Errico) Taddeo for 53 years until her death in 2004.
Born in Santa Maria de Molise, province of Campobasso, Italy March 30, 1916 a son of the late Michele and Rosa (Carlucci) Taddeo, he was raised and educated in Italy, and came to the United States in 1950.
Until his retirement many years ago, Mr. Taddeo worked as a millwright for the former American Felt Company in Franklin and then for the GAF Corporation in Millis. He also worked as a baker for the former DeBaggis & D’Errico Bakery on Ruggles St.
He served honorably during WWII in the Italian Army, as a communication expert. He achieved the rank of Sgt. and was a prisoner of war for more than 3 years; he was awarded the Italian Medal of Merit badge.
He was a devout Catholic, and was a longtime communicant of St. Mary’s Church. He also enjoyed time with his family, especially his grandchildren, wine making, cooking, and his garden.
He is survived by 2 sons; Rocco J. Taddeo and his wife Marilyn of Attleboro, Michele J. Taddeo and his wife Florence of Franklin, 2 daughters; Rosemary Giacalone and her husband Steven of Burlington, Alessandrina Menard and her husband Paul of Franklin, a brother Biagino “Benny” Taddeo of Franklin, 3 grandchildren; Kathleen Pilotte and her husband Adam, Andrew Crosby and his wife Tiffany and Jeffery Taddeo, 3 sisters in law; Lola D’Errico, Rose DiBlasio, and Theresa D’Errico.
He was also the brother of the late Nicola, Frank, Anthony Taddeo and Carmina Ferrara.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral Tuesday November 2nd, at 9:15AM from the Charles F. Oteri & Son Franklin Funeral Home 33 Cottage St. Franklin www.oterifuneralhome.com, with a concelebrated funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Church 1 Church Sq. at 10AM.
Interment will follow in the family lot at St. Mary’s Cemetery.
Calling hours are Monday from 4-8PM.
If desired donations in his memory sent to Hospice of Community VNA 10 Emory St. Attleboro, MA 02703, would be appreciated.