BORN

1934

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Rapino Memorial Home

9 Chelsea Street

East Boston, Massachusetts

Alexander Merola Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 6, 2012.

Alexander "Uncle Sonny" Merola of East Boston and formerly of the North End, on October 5, 2012. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy "Aunt Dot" (Cioffi) Merola. Loving father of Rose Merola of East Boston, step-father of Doreen DiNicola of East Boston and the late Joseph and Rocky DiNicola. Cherished grandfather of Kristen Connelly and Richard Sperazzo; great-grandfather of Joseph and Bianca Sperazzo. Dear brother of Pat Merola and his wife Dolores of the North End and Carmela Swafford of Peabody. Also survived by his dear friend Claire Capozzi of East Boston as well as many loving nieces and nephews. The family will receive visitors on Thursday from 8:30-10:30am in the Rapino Memorial Home, 9 Chelsea St. (Maverick Sq.) EAST BOSTON with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated in Sacred Heart Church, corner of Brooks & Paris St., East Boston at 11am. Donations may be made at the funeral home. Late US Army veteran of Korea.

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October 19, 2012

Grace Rugnetta

I only knew Alex for a short time form the Spaulding Rehabilitation Nursing Home, I knew when I met him there was something special about him. He always had a joke to tell and was always very pleasant. I can't tell you how much I will miss his smiling face and his joke telling. My heart goes out to you and your family during this time.

October 10, 2012

Gina Pignato

I will never forget the saturday afternoons hanging with Al, Dottie, Rosie and Claire. So much fun and laughs. I know you and Dottie are laughing again. We will miss you.

October 10, 2012

Gina Pignato

I will always cherish the Saturday afternoons hanging with Al, Dottie Rosie and Claire. So much fun and laughs. I know you and Dottie are laughing again. We will miss you.

October 10, 2012

Kristen Connelly

I LOVE YOU PAPA I WILL ALWAYS KEEP YOU IN MY HEART

October 9, 2012

Stephanie (Cioffi) Johnson

Many condolences to the family, as another brave soldier goes to his reward in Heaven. Although we've never met, we're all part of the same extended family, as my dad, Lou, was also originally from Boston. I pray for your continued strength, and send along love and blessings.

October 9, 2012

Dawn Doyle

Rosie,
So sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

October 9, 2012

Ralph Tella

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

October 9, 2012

Kathy Ferullo

Alex, may you always rest in peace with Auntie Dottie. JR and I will always remember the wonderful friend we had in you. All our Love, JR and Kathy Ferullo

October 9, 2012

Teresa DiGregorio

Uncle Alex, I Love You and will miss you so much, Continue to dance with Aunt Dot as you both always loved to do.... Both of your memories continue to live on in my heart.... Teresa

October 7, 2012

Theresa Gido

Uncle Alex, I will miss you so much, but you are at peace now and with Aunt Dot and the boys. Love you more! Theresa

October 7, 2012

Jane Dean

Goodnight Al, my pal. I will miss you always. May you rest in peace for eternity with your loved ones that have gone before.
Love,
Jane

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