Aug. 1, 1928 ~ Dec. 16, 2024
Marlborough – Andrew T. Grasso, “Didio” 96 of Marlborough passed away peacefully on Monday, December 16, 2024 in Marlborough Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Marlborough, the son of the late Ralph and Andonetta (Martino) Grasso.
He worked at Sylvester Products Inc for over 65 years retiring as a Foreman and then became a Consultant.
He served in the U.S. Army during WWII, Headquarters, 12th Special Service Co during the occupation of Japan.
Andrew was predeceased by his wife of 55 years, Claire E. (Ferruccio) Grasso.
Didio is survived by his 2 sons, Michael Grasso and his wife Cindy of Marlborough, Paul Grasso of Milford, his daughter, Janice DelVecchio of Marlborough, 8 grandchildren, Derek DelVecchio and his wife Nancy, James DelVecchio Jr and his fiancé Lena, Crystal Burt, Lisa Grasso and her longtime partner Nate Bailey, Janeen Rabidou and her husband Gary, Jenifer Curley and her longtime partner Michael, Marybeth Gilchrest, Charles Gilchrest III and his girlfriend Megan, 11 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandson Brayden as well as many nieces, nephews and extended family.
He was predeceased by his granddaughter, Nanette Sahagian in 2023 and 9 brothers and sisters.
Andrew was a huge sports fan, loved to draw, write poems and was well known for his love of music, playing the guitar and bass in several bands including the Tempo Trio, Blue Notes, 4 Tempo’s and others.
He was involved in the Marlborough Softball League and was a member of the American Legion Post 132 Marlborough.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 19, 2024 from 4-6 pm in the Short & Rowe Funeral Home, 95 W. Main St., Marlborough, MA.
A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated on Friday, December 20, at 11 am in the Immaculate Conception Church, 11 Prospect St., Marlborough.
Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Wilson St., Marlborough with Military Honors.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks to plant a tree in memory of Andrew or donate to St. Jude Children Research Hospital, www.stjude.org.
