SPENCER – Eleanor (Ellie) E. (Laukaitis) Mazzone, 71, died peacefully on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at home surrounded by her family. She was born in Worcester, the daughter of Peter G. and Olga (Davis) Laukaitis, and lived in Spencer since 1972.
Eleanor leaves her loving husband of 54 years, Anthony M. Mazzone, a son John A. Mazzone, a daughter Lisa M. Ritze, and a son the Rev. James S. Mazzone. She is predeceased by her son, Joseph M. Mazzone.
Eleanor also leaves her five beloved grandchildren, Carmen L. Moore and her husband Chandler, Scott A. Ritze, along with Joseph (Alex) A. Mazzone and his wife Lauren, John (Jack) A. Mazzone and Sophia D. Mazzone and their mother, Monique Blanchard Mazzone.
She leaves sisters, Genevieve T. Berry and Nancy V. Brosnan, sisters-in-law, Dorothy A. Laukaitis and Antoinette M. Laukaitis, brothers-in-law Vincent E. Cox and Robert Mazzone, as well as many nieces, nephews, and close friends.
She is predeceased by her siblings Alphonse G. Laukaitis and his wife Elaine (Mickey), Daniel P. Laukaitis, Edward S. Laukaitis, Beverly D. Cox and Patricia C. Geraway.
Eleanor worked at UMass Memorial Hospital for 34 years until her retirement. Her greatest joys were spending time with family and friends. She was an extraordinary cook and baker, and a legendary host of countless family gatherings over many decades. Over her lifetime she was hailed by many as a tireless friend and determined advocate in times of need. After her retirement she continued to assist senior citizens in their home and health needs.
A Memorial Mass for the repose of the soul of Eleanor will be held at Mary, Queen of the Rosary Parish on 7 Church St. in Spencer, MA on Saturday, January 9, at 11am.
Eleanor has donated her body for the advancement of the medical students of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. Therefore, a funeral Mass and interment will occur at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mary, Queen of the Rosary Parish Office, 60 Maple St., Spencer, MA 01562 or the Holy Name of Jesus House of Studies, 51 Illinois St., Worcester, MA 01610. Alfred Roy and Sons Funeral Home, 12 Hammond St., Worcester, is assisting the family with arrangements.
To share a memory or to sign the online guestbook, please visit www.royfuneral.com.