Emilia M. Pepe, 69 of Medford, died Sunday after a brief illness in the Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA.
Born in Italy, she lived in Medford since 1963 and was the daughter of the late Annuziata (D'Ambrosio) and Vincenzo Rossetti. Emilia worked at Medford High School for 11 years.
Beloved wife of Elio Pepe Sr. Devoted mother of Lia McKay and her husband Jamie of Newton, and Elio Pepe Jr. of Medford. Loving grandmother of Sean and Ryan McKay. Cherished daughter of the late Annuziata (D’Ambrosio) and Vincenzo Rossetti. Sister of Antonietta of Italy, Michelina of Waltham, Mario of Venezuela, Gerardo of Stoneham and the late Leonardo, Pasqualina, Angelina and Giosue. Also survived by many loving family members.
Funeral from the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., MEDFORD Thursday at 8 AM followed by a funeral mass celebrated in St. Joseph Church, 118 High St., Medford, at 9 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8. Services will conclude with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford.
As an expression of sympathy memorial contributions may be sent in Emilia’s name to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.