Mrs. Sira DiCostanzo, (Giovanetti) age 91 of Palm Beach Gardens FL, died Sunday at her home in FL. She was the wife of the late Cosmo A. DiCostanzo.
Mrs. DiCostanzo was born in Rome, Italy. She emigrated from Rome through Ellis Island to the U.S. in 1955 and settled in Somerville. She remained in Somerville until 1991, then retiring to Florida. For years she worked as a seamstress making fine garments.
She was most at home in her garden and was a great lover of animals. She was considered a fine cook and she loved to travel. Nothing made her happier than her family and friends who were considered extended family. She would light up at the progress made with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She leaves a son Frank DiCostanzo and his wife Lisa of Dracut, two daughters, Toni DiCostanzo of GA. and Marie Albanese of FL. Mother of the late Jean Nunziato. Grandmother of 6 grand and 9 great grandchildren.
Funeral from the Dello Russo Funeral Home 306 Main Street Medford on Saturday at 9:00 AM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Ann Church, 399 Medford Street, Somerville, Saturday at 10:00 am. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Friday 4 – 8 pm. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford.