Florence Rita (DeAngelis) D'Avella

D'AVELLA, Florence R. (DeAngelis) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Florence Rita (DeAngelis) D'Avella.  Florence passed on March 6th, 2023, in her 102nd year, in her home in Brooksby Village, surrounded by her family.

Florence was born in East Boston on November 8th, 1921, daughter of the late Amelia (Colantuono) and Henry DeAngelis. She graduated from East Boston High School. "Flossie" was employed at Western Union, Johns Manville and after raising her children, for the Boston Public Schools for over twenty years. She volunteered for many years as a Girl Scout leader with her close friend, the late Rose Christopher. She was also a dedicated community advocate and activist with her sister, Dr. Edith DeAngelis, at Trinity House and Camp. They worked to save Wood Island Park from Massport takeover. They tirelessly participated in committees establishing Piers Park, the East Boston Greenway and the Belle Isle Marsh.

In the company of family and friends, Florence celebrated her 100th Birthday, where she was honored by both the Boston City Council and the Governor's Office.

Florence relocated to Brooksby Village in 2005, where she was an active member of the community, and was well loved for her generosity, kindness and shining joyful smile. While at Brooksby Village she participated in many organizations, enjoyed swimming and discovered a new talent through her pottery.

She was devoted to her family. She was known for her cooking, always welcoming everyone into her home. She was a loving wife to her late husband Mario. She is survived by her children, Richard and his wife Lisa of Winthrop, Patricia of Londonderry, NH, her grandchildren, Gabriella, Robert and Richard, great-granddaughter Aurora, as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her siblings, Robert, Joseph, Catherine Zarba and Edith DeAngelis Ph.D.

At Florence's request a private wake and prayer service was held at Magrath Funeral Home. She will be interred with her husband Mario at St. Michael Cemetery

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