Bernard F. “Franny” Boudette
Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, February 19th from 9 to 11 a.m., in the Vertuccio & Smith Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107) Revere for Bernard F. “Franny” Boudette, who passed away at his home with his family following a long illness. A Funeral Service will take place following the visitation in the funeral home. Born & raised in Revere, Franny was a life long Resident. He attended Immaculate Conception Grammar & High School and was the Class President of the Class of 1941, . After graduation, Franny worked at Forbes Lithograph for a short time. In 1943 he enlisted in the United States Army to serve his country during the 2nd World War. 1946 Franny returned home and enrolled to Franklin Tech, attending a two year program, earning a certificate in Electrical Training. During this time, he was working for Boston Naval Ship Yard. In 1948 Franny would wed his bride, Lillian M. “Chickie” Ginnetti. The couple remained in Revere and started their family together. He later went to work at John Hancock Life Insurance Company as a Mechanical Systems Operator. Franny was known as being a quiet man, but had a very witty sense of humor. He was also a man who loved his family and was extremely humble. He is the devoted husband of Lillian M. “Chickie” (Ginnetti) Boudette of whom he shared 66 years of marriage. He is the loving father of Karen M. Webb & her husband Bill, He is the cherished grandfather of Eric J. Webb & Kristin E. Toledo & her husband Donny & the adored great grandfather of Jordan, Maxwell & Isabella all of Revere. He is the beloved brother of Catherine McCormack of Topsfield & the late C. Robert Boudette, Richard Boudette & Irene Guidara. He is the special brother in law of Mary “Molly” Boudette of Revere & Theresa Boudette of Saugus . Also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Late U.S. Army WWII Veteran. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to: The Home for Little Wanderers 271 Huntington Ave. Boston, MA 02115.