STEARNS, Elaine J. (Ricci) of Readville, MA formerly of Roslindale, MA passed away peacefully on December 15, 2022 at the age of 79. Beloved wife of the late Richard A. Stearns of 56 years. Devoted mother of Michelle and Janine. Loving Nana of Angelina, James and Jessica. Loving Sister of James Ricci and wife Marie, Ralph Ricci and wife the late Antoinette, Albert Ricci Jr. and wife Marilyn and Paul Ricci. Aunt to many nieces and nephews.
Elaine was a talented artist. She was a member of the Hyde Park and Braintree Art Association. Elaine won a number of awards for her beautiful paintings. She worked for Jon Morris Company for several years. Elaine was a wonderful and loving person who will be remembered for her warmth, kindness, courage, optimism, fierce determination and deep faith. She will be greatly missed!
Visiting hours will be held at the George F. Doherty & Sons Wilson-Cannon Funeral Home, 456 High St., Dedham on Saturday, Dec. 31 from 8:30-10:00am followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Anne’s Church, Readville at 10:30am. Kindly wear a mask in the church. Interment in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury.
In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute.