William N. Cortina, age 76, of Acton formerly of Medford passed away Friday following a brief illness. Born in Medford, he was the son of the late N. William and Rose (Terravecchia) Cortina. Mr. Cortina lived most of his life in Medford and was a graduate of Medford High School. He worked for many years as a truck driver. Mr. Cortina was a United States Army Veteran of WWII. He was also a member of Medford´s American Legion Post 45. It has been requested that in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in William´s memory to the American Cancer Society 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701.
In addition to his late parents, William is preceded in death by a brother, Vincent J. Cortina, and a sister, Genevieve R. Pollacchi. He is survived by his brother Salvatore “Ted” Cortina of Derry, NH. He is also survived by his loving nieces and nephews, Marion Gaudet and her husband Joseph of Acton, Lionel J. Pollachi of Corinth, NY, Douglas, Suzie and Gail Cortina all of New Hampshire, Ted and Gregory Cortina of Florida.
Funeral from the Dello Russo Funeral Home 306 Main St. Medford, Monday at 10 AM. Followed by a funeral mass celebrated in St. Joseph Church, 118 High St. Medford, at 11 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Sunday 6 thru 9. Service will conclude with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford.