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GILLETTE, Helen D. (Ferrera) of East Boston, age 88, born on April 22, 1936, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2024, surrounded by her loving husband, Lawrence C. "Larry" of over 68 years. Helen was a wonderful and caring woman who lived life to the fullest and always strove to be a kind and loving human being. She is survived by her children Debbie, Donna, Larry, Denise, Doreen, Lisa and the late David, along with their spouses, 18 grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren. Helen is now reunited with her late sister in heaven. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Visiting hours in the Magrath Funeral Home, 336 Chelsea St. [at Day Sq] EAST BOSTON on Thursday, November 7, 9:30 - 11:30 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Funeral Mass in the Sacred Heart Church, 45 Brooks St, East Boston at Noon.
Interment Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody
In lieu of flowers donations in Helen's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital would be appreciated.
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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
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