Mrs. Clara (DeGregorio) Mussi 82, a lifelong Franklin resident, died Saturday April 18, 2009 at the Milford Regional Medical Center, following an extended period of failing health. She was the beloved wife of Joseph P. Mussi for more than 61 years.
Born in Franklin, March 20, 1927 a daughter of the late Thomas and Carmela (Grasso) DeGregorio, she was raised and educated in Franklin. Mrs. Mussi was a retired homemaker.
Her passion in life was her family, especially her grandchildren.
Surviving in addition to her husband are three daughters, Kathleen M. Heist of Haddonfield, New Jersey, Barbara J. Ferioli and Camille F. Beaudreau both of Franklin, two sisters, Lucie Tarca of Milford and Blanche Vozzella of Franklin, 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral Wednesday April 22, at 8:15AM from the Charles F. Oteri & Son Franklin Funeral Home 33 Cottage St. (www.franklinfuneral.com) with a funeral Mass in St. Mary’s Church 1 Church Sq. at 9AM.
Interment will follow in the family lot in St. Mary’s Cemetery.
Calling hours are Tuesday April 21, from 4-8PM.
If desired donations in her memory sent to the American Heart Association 20 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701 would be appreciated.