Rino Fontana, age 73 of Medford MA, died Sunday in the Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford. Born in Italy, he was the son of the late Amanzio and Adelaide (Biocchi) Fontana.
He was a Chef, employed by Tufts University for over 20 years, retiring in 1992.Mr. Fontana enjoyed dancing at the Hillview Country Club, Wonderland Ballroom of Revere and the Son’s of Italy Halls.
He is survived by predeceased wife: Mary C. Fontana daughter: Elena Amirault North Reading, MAson-in-law: John Amirault North Reading, MAgranddaughter:Renee Amirault North Reading, MAgranddaughter:Dana Amirault North Reading, MAsister: Lina Puccini Medford, MAbrother-in-law: Elena Wells Medford, MAnephew: Anthony Puccini Medford, MA
Funeral from the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., MEDFORD, Thursday at 8 AM followed by a funeral mass celebrated in St. Clement Church, 71 Warner Ave. Medford/Somerville at 9 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9. Services will conclude with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford.