Longtime resident owned three restaurants in town

Published in the October 20, 2016 edition

Annette-Morelli-Obit-webNORTH READING — Annette M. (Moltedo) Morelli, 76, of North Reading, formerly of Somerville, died at her home, surrounded by her family on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2016. She was the beloved wife of the late Frank B. Morelli.

Born in Boston,on Oct. 28, 1939, she was the daughter of the late John and Beatrice (Molinari) Moltedo. Annette was raised and attended school in Somerville. She had been a resident of North Reading for the past 49 years.

She was the School Cafeteria Manager for the Little School in North Reading for 17 years, she also owned three restaurants in North Reading and also worked as a hairdresser in Newton. Annette had a fierce love and loyalty for her family, friends, animals and everyone at the Little School. She had a strong, independent and passionate spirit for life.

During the holidays, Annette enjoyed baking Christmas cookies and truffles and in the summer, camping at Pine Acres in Raymond, N.H. She was an avid New England Patriots fan, especially Tedy Bruschi and also loved shopping.

Family members include her loving son, Michael Morelli and his wife Dede and granddaughter, Theresa Morelli, all of North Reading.

Calling hours were held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow St., North Reading on Tuesday, Oct. 18 from 4 to 7 p.m., followed by a Funeral Service at 7 p.m. Interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in her memory to: MSPCA, 400 Broadway, Methuen MA 01844.