It is with profound sadness that on October 21, 2026 Jeanne Frances Centrella, 59, of Fairhaven, Massachusetts, passed away leaving behind a family whose hearts will never be quite the same without her.
Jeanne was a light that could brighten any room, she was independent, strong-willed, creative, loving, a true caretaker through and through. She was unforgettable. She had a personality all her own and a way of leaving her mark on everyone around her. She could be stubborn, funny, spirited, and deeply loving all at once. She’d walk to the ends of the earth for something she believed in. She knew exactly who she was and she was unapologetic for it.
She found so much joy in creating things with her hands, cooking meals for the people she loved and bringing family together. Some of the most treasured memories of Jeanne will always be tied to food, laughter, crafts, and time spend around the table. She couldn’t wait until she was able to teach the people she loved the things she knew. She had a gift for turning ordinary moments into memories, and the love she put into everything she
made will never be forgotten. “Made with love” as she would say.
A very special place in Jeanne’s story belong to her sister Lisa and her boyfriend Billy. Throughout Jeanne’s illness, they showed up almost every single day. They were there through the difficult moments, the uncertainty, the heartbreak, and the days when simply being present meant more that words every could. Their love for her was unwavering till the end and their kindness, compassion, and patience serves as a life lesson to all of us. I will certainly be forever grateful for them being there for my mom when I couldn’t be.
To her grandchildren, she will always be Nanner. Her voice, her personality, her stories, and the memories they made with her will remain a part of them for the rest of their lives.
Although saying goodbye to Jeanne feels almost impossible, there is comfort in believing that her greatest reunion has finally taken place. After so many years apart, she is holding her baby boy again. No more distance. No more missing him. No more pain or grief. Just a mother with her child in her arms again.
Jeanne is survived by her father (Edmund Centrella JR), her significant other (William Pires), her sisters (Lisa and Christina Centrella), her brother (Edmund Centrella the third), her niece (Isabella Centrella), her nephews (Cameron and Maximus Stuut), her daughter (Felicia Workman) and her grandchildren (Teagen Workman, Brayden Hicks, Kaysen Hicks, and Adelynn Hicks).
Jeanne was preceded in death by her mother (Linda Centrella) and her beloved baby boy (Eric Scott Workman JR).
Until we meet again, Mom. Give my baby brother so many kisses from all of us and just know that we got it from here!!! I Love You Forever.
Jeanne was a light that could brighten any room, she was independent, strong-willed, creative, loving, a true caretaker through and through. She was unforgettable. She had a personality all her own and a way of leaving her mark on everyone around her. She could be stubborn, funny, spirited, and deeply loving all at once. She’d walk to the ends of the earth for something she believed in. She knew exactly who she was and she was unapologetic for it.
She found so much joy in creating things with her hands, cooking meals for the people she loved and bringing family together. Some of the most treasured memories of Jeanne will always be tied to food, laughter, crafts, and time spend around the table. She couldn’t wait until she was able to teach the people she loved the things she knew. She had a gift for turning ordinary moments into memories, and the love she put into everything she
made will never be forgotten. “Made with love” as she would say.
A very special place in Jeanne’s story belong to her sister Lisa and her boyfriend Billy. Throughout Jeanne’s illness, they showed up almost every single day. They were there through the difficult moments, the uncertainty, the heartbreak, and the days when simply being present meant more that words every could. Their love for her was unwavering till the end and their kindness, compassion, and patience serves as a life lesson to all of us. I will certainly be forever grateful for them being there for my mom when I couldn’t be.
To her grandchildren, she will always be Nanner. Her voice, her personality, her stories, and the memories they made with her will remain a part of them for the rest of their lives.
Although saying goodbye to Jeanne feels almost impossible, there is comfort in believing that her greatest reunion has finally taken place. After so many years apart, she is holding her baby boy again. No more distance. No more missing him. No more pain or grief. Just a mother with her child in her arms again.
Jeanne is survived by her father (Edmund Centrella JR), her significant other (William Pires), her sisters (Lisa and Christina Centrella), her brother (Edmund Centrella the third), her niece (Isabella Centrella), her nephews (Cameron and Maximus Stuut), her daughter (Felicia Workman) and her grandchildren (Teagen Workman, Brayden Hicks, Kaysen Hicks, and Adelynn Hicks).
Jeanne was preceded in death by her mother (Linda Centrella) and her beloved baby boy (Eric Scott Workman JR).
Until we meet again, Mom. Give my baby brother so many kisses from all of us and just know that we got it from here!!! I Love You Forever.
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