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Anthony Ferrara Obituary

Ferrara, Anthony - Of Somerville (originally of the North End) passed away January 5, 2013, surrounded by his family. Survived by his beloved wife of 50 years Janice M. (Wall) Ferrara; children Thomas A. Ferrara, Theresa E. Sciarappa and her husband Lenny, David E. Ferrara and his wife Heidi; grandchildren Shannon, Kaitlin, Alexis, and Anthony. Affectionately referred to as Papa Tony by his grandchildren and their friends. His kind, gentle manner was the hallmark of his character. Friends and family are invited to join in celebrating Tonys life, beginning with Calling Hours at the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway, (Powder House Sq.) Somerville Thursday morning January 10, 2013 from 9:30-10:30 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Ann Church, 399 Medford St., Somerville at 11:00 am and Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. The celebration will continue with a 1 p.m. luncheon at Spinellis, Lynnfield. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tonys name to Hospice of the North Shore & Greater Boston, 75 Sylvan Street, Suite B-102, Danvers, MA 01923. For more information please visit www.dohertyfuneralservice.com

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Published by The Gazette from Jan. 8 to Jan. 15, 2013.

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Doris Buckley Haskell

December 21, 2013

You didn't even know me, and when I knocked on your door, you welcomed me in and helped me with very kind memories about my grandfather.
Heartfelt condolences to you in these difficult days.

Anne Boyle

January 18, 2013

Janice & Theresa & family,
I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. I hope the memories and happy times stay with you and help you in this difficult time and in the future. Thinking of you.
Anne

Donald & Patricia Norton

January 15, 2013

Our sincere condolences to Janice and the family, Tony was a great guy and we had fond memories of his singing at ST. Anns. May he rest in peace. Donald & Patricia Norton

Carolyn Tamer

January 12, 2013

To my wedding singer in 1990. Your gentle voice was a gift from God and you were a gift to your family and to all who knew you.

Philip McQuade

January 12, 2013

Not knowing my friend was as sick as he was. I stood in the spot where he sang, I was taking photos in the balcony at St.Anns church. A short time latter I found myself at Tony's house, and was told of his illness, that was just before Christmas. He has been in my thoughts since then. I was shocked and extremely saddened to hear of his passing.
Tony, you were a great influence in my life, I am greatly saddened.
God Bless you, my friend, and all of your family.

With Love,

Philip McQuade

Stephen Shestakofsky

January 11, 2013

Dear Janice and Theresa,
You and your family are in my thoughts and my prayers at this very difficult time.

January 10, 2013

Dear Jan and Family, We were so sorry to learn of Anthony's passing and only wish we could have been there in person to offer our condolences. Please know you are all in our prayers and thoughts as you mourn his loss. He was always such a faithful cousin and always kept Jack in the loop....He will be greatly missed. Love, Cousin Jack and Joan Puleo

chris whalen

January 10, 2013

all of our prayers are with you

January 10, 2013

Tony was always a great neighbor, gentleman and wonderful family man.
My sympathy,
Mike Gentile
Indianapolis, Indiana

Pam Baker Chaves

January 10, 2013

Theresa and Family,

My Deepest Sympathy to all of you. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Have comfort in knowing he is with you all always.

Love ~ Pam & Family xoxo

Denise DiIorio

January 10, 2013

Dear Auntie Janice,Theresa, David and Tommy,
I am so sad to hear about Uncle Tony. I have so many happy memories with you all. I would like to extend my deepest sympathies. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Denise Whalen DiIorio

January 10, 2013

Dear Janice and Theresa
Sorry for your loss
Butch Hansen (Print)

Anthony Michael Ferrara

January 9, 2013

i just wish my grandfather was still here so i could say i love you one last time i wish i would of just spent more time with him instead of sighing when i had to go to my grandparents that wasnet in a bad way its just i wanted to stay i dont know if he can here me or not but "i love you and i wish i got to spend more time with you i hope god looks over you and god plz take care of my grandfather i cant wait to see you grandpa at your funeral tommrow love you " cant belive i wont be able to see him anymore in this life. u dont have to but if you could pray for him that be awsome im srry for the people who diddnt get to meet him he was a great guy and one of my favorite people to be around "i love you grandpa hope to see you again in some life" :'(

Marie Murphy

January 9, 2013

To my dear cousin Janice and Family.
Our sincerest sympathies to you all on the death of Tony R.I.P. We will forever treasure the time we spent with you both in Boston.Tony always had a tremendous welcome for "his" Irish cousins.All our love Michael,Marie and boys.

January 9, 2013

Dear Janice and Theresa
My prayers and heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family in this time of sadness. May you find comfort in your memories of him.

MJ Medas

January 9, 2013

Dear Janice

With deepest sympathy to you and your family, I will always treasure the times Tony would call and sing to us,his cousin & I will miss him dearly.

Al & Penny

Theresa Romanoff

January 9, 2013

Dear Janice, Theresa, and David,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this sorrowful time. Tony was a kind, gentle, good man and he will be missed by all who knew him. God Bless you all and may God give you strength and courage at this time. Love, Terry, Bill, Tania & Rick Romanoff

Kristin Kelson (Nancy Jordan's sister)

January 9, 2013

Dear Theresa,

My deepest sympathy to you, your mom, and to all you family for your loss. Your dad was such a nice guy, always cheerful and smiling. I will forever remember his beautiful singing at St. Ann's Sunday Mass and other church gatherings. He will be greatly missed. May you take some comfort in knowing that his presence will be with you forever in your heart and memories.

Karen Cote

January 9, 2013

Janice & Theresa,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. My sympathies to you and your entire family.

January 8, 2013

Tony was truly a gentleman and a gentle man. We will miss the warmth and cheerfulness he shared with everyone. And the love he gave to his family is a wonderful example to us
all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steve and Ken

Patti Sweeney

January 8, 2013

Dear Janice and Theresa,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
My deepest sympathies.

Debi and Anna K.

January 8, 2013

My loving Godfather, you will always be alive in my heart! I will miss your songs on my answering machine, and your love for me and my whole family. My condolences and love to you always, Janice

January 8, 2013

I will miss my sports buddy and his daily phone calls.

Rest in peace Tony

Love Beverly

Larry and Jeanine McNeill

January 8, 2013

Janice and family,

Sorry to hear of your loss. Will always remember Tony's charm and gentle manner. And we'll never forget his beautiful singing at my mother's funeral mass.

Billy Kelley

January 8, 2013

So sorry to hear of Tony's loss. I have nothing but fond memories of Tony as a child at St. Ann's School as well as an Altar Server at St. Ann's Church. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Ferrara Family.

Natalie DiFilippo

January 8, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

January 8, 2013

Saddened to hear of Tony's passing. Many fond memories over the years on Virginia Street. Rest in Peace Tony and may peace be with you Janice at this time.
Love Judy (Wallace)

January 8, 2013

Janice and Theresa,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Love,
Candy

January 8, 2013

Dear Janice and Theresa, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Robie N.

January 8, 2013

Our deepest condolences on your loss Nick and Virginia Albanese Englewood, fl

Debra Natale

January 8, 2013

I remember Anthony at St. Ann's for years..a very fine man..had the same name as my husband..Anthony Ferrara...so sad to hear of his loss. My sympathies to his family.

anthony helen malvarosa

January 7, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

January 7, 2013

Uncle "ToTo" we will miss you and will always remember your warm smile and songs to us all. Love to my sister and children and grandchildren. You will always be our prayers and thoughts. All our love Eileen & Bill

Bill & Carrol Ryan

January 7, 2013

Our deepest sympathies to Janice and the family on the loss of Anthony. We will all miss him and his beautiful voice. May it come as some comfort to know how well he was loved.

Linda Rosolko

January 7, 2013

Dear Janice, Theresa, Shannon & Family,
Papa Tony sure was a special Man, So kind and Caring and a beautiful Voice.
He sang at my Wedding what a wonderful gift. I will always be grateful to Tony and Janice for all they contributed to our Beautiful wedding Celebration back in 1998.What a wonderful example of True Love they had for one another and shared with all their friends & family.
I am so saddened to hear of Tony's Passing but he is in so much more of a better place,no more struggle; just peace now. May God bless you all and comfort you in your sorrow.

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