Maria M. DaRu , of Medford MA, died Wednesday in her home. She was a long time Medford resident. Born in Cordenos, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Pietro and the late Antonia (Dinost) DiPiero. Mrs. DaRu is remembered as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who enjoyed sewing, gardening and taking care of her family. As an expression of sympathy memorial contributions may be made in Maria´s memory to the Hallmark Health Hospice, 100 Hospital Rd. Malden, MA 02148.
Mrs. DaRu is the beloved wife of the late Paul DaRu and is survived by three daughters, Helen Holmes of San Diego, CA, Pauline Mazzola and Carol Johnston both of Stoneham. Six loving grandchildren, Dianne Johnston, Paul Mazzola Jr., Denise Zusack, Peter Mazzola, Carolyn Kozlowski, and Nicole Mazziotta. Also survived by nine loving great grandchildren. Sister of Erminia Delpup of Argentina. Funeral from the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., MEDFORD Saturday at 9 AM. Followed by a funeral mass celebrated in St. Francis Of Assisi Church, Fellsway West, Medford, at 10 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Friday 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 PM. Services will conclude with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford.