Elaine F (Gagnon) Farinelli

Leominster - 

 Elaine F. (Gagnon) Farinelli, 78, of Leominster passed away peacefully in her home on January 4, 2022.

She was born in Leominster June 2, 1943, daughter of the late Armand and Mildred (Belluardo) Gagnon and resided here all her life.

Elaine married William “Bill” Farinelli in 1964 where they shared 53 wonderful years together until his passing December 5, 2017.

She was a lifelong member of St Anna’s Church, she spent her time working as a secretary at a local tool & die shop in Leominster. She was a  member of TOPS for many years where she gained many friendships that turned into family.

Elaine will be remembered for always having a heart of gold with such a contagious smile that would light up any room. Her love for baking which included her famous Italian cookies that she would spend hours making them every Christmas for her loved ones to enjoy.

Elaine is survived by her sister Carole Aki of Florida, brother-in-law Angelo (Corrine) of South Carolina. Many nieces and nephews as well as her dearest friend of fifty plus years Nancy Arbo of Lancaster and her extended friends and family who will miss her dearly.

In addition to her parents and husband, she is also predeceased by her brother-in-law James Farinelli.

The family would like to thank Dr. Child as well as the staff at New Beginnings Homecare for caring for Elaine.

A service will be held Saturday, January 22, 2022 at 1:00 pm in Wright-Roy Funeral Home Inc., 109 West St., Leominster, MA. 01453 There are no calling hours.

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