Francis S. Parisi

Francis S. Parisi, 90, formerly of Waltham, MA, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025.

Throughout his life, Francis had the opportunity to call many places home, including Hopkinton, MA, Venice, FL, Naperville, IL and Medfield, MA. Born in Waltham, he was the son of Assunta (Mula) Parisi and Domenico Parisi, both originally from Italy. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War, and later built a successful career in retail, proudly serving in many different management and executive capacities with Sears, Roebuck & Co. for over 40 years.

Francis was predeceased by his beloved wife, Dorine C. (Dolan) Parisi of Newton (Auburndale), MA, and his siblings Mary Terrasi, Anna Parisi, Frances Scafidi, Carmella Borey, Madeline Romard and Beatrice Costa. He is survived by his children, Karen M. Thome of Milford, MA, Francis D. Parisi and his wife Mary (Woodhouse) of Cranston, RI and Robert J. (Bob) Parisi and his wife Marcia (Abelli) of Ashland, MA; his grandchildren Carrie Thome, Jenn Perry and her husband Cody Perry, Tim Thome, Nick Parisi, Dan Parisi, Joe Parisi, Emma Parisi, Maggie Parisi, Jim Parisi and Celia Parisi; his great grandchildren Lyla and Calvin Perry; and many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends will honor and remember Francis’ life by gathering for a wake at Joyce Funeral Home, 245 Main Street (Rte. 20), Waltham, MA on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 p.m.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at St. Bernard's Church, 1523 Washington St, West Newton, MA, and burial will follow at Newton Cemetery.