Joyce (Russo ) Rossi, of Medford, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away peacefully recently at the age of 82. She was the beloved wife of the late Victor “Vic” Rossi Sr., who passed away in 2013.

Born in Massachusetts, Joyce was a lifelong resident of Medford, where she was the cherished daughter of the late Flora and John Russo. She was the dear sister to Joannie Chiaramonte and the late Ann Ragucci. Joyce was the cornerstone of her family, known for her warmth and dedication to creating a loving home for her family.

She is survived by her loving children: Michele Kendall and her husband Richard of Plymouth, MA, and Victor Rossi Jr., of Medford. Joyce was the cherished grandmother of Daniel Kendall and his wife Emily, David Kendall and his wife Brittany, Marissa Rossi and her Fiancé Andrew Zuidema and Matthew Rossi. She was the proud great-grandmother of Cooper and Nathan Kendall and is survived by many nieces and nephews, especially Sean Chiaramonte, Calia and Cody Clemmons, who she cherished her special moments with. Joyce was also the former mother-in-law of Elena Rossi.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to visit with Joyce’s family on Monday, December 22nd, from 8 AM to 9:30 AM at the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., Medford, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated in Immaculate Conception Church, 600 Pleasant St., at 10 AM. Services will conclude with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford.