Josephine S. (Bonanno) LaVallo age 87 of Redondo Beach, CA, formerly of Salem, NH, died Saturday at her home after a brief illness.
She was born in Concord, MA, where she grew up and attended schools. She was a resident of Redondo Beach, CA for the past 17 years, formerly of Salem, NH.
Mrs. LaVallo was a retired homemaker. She was a former member of Mary Queen of Peace Church in Salem, NH. She had a green thumb and was an avid gardener. She also enjoyed cooking for her family and friends.
Mrs. LaVallo was predeceased by her husband Joseph J. LaVallo
She is survived by 3 Sons: Frank & his wife Denise LaVallo of Harbor City,California;
Joseph & his wife Adele LaVallo of Las Vegas, NV;
Phil & his wife Virginia LaVallo of Salem, NH
2 Brothers: Oratzio & his wife Christine Bonanno of Rayham, MA; Phil Bonanno of Belmont, MA
3 GrandchildrenSeveral Nieces & Nephews
A funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday November 3 at 11 AM at Mary Queen of Peace Church, Lawrence Road, Salem, NH. Burial will follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Lawrence, MA.
Calling hours will be Saturday from 4-8 PM at the Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Salem, NH.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Make A Wish Foundation of America3550 North Central Ave, Suite 300Phoenix, AZ 85012