Signori, Joseph T.
By Canton CitizenJoseph T. Signori passed away at his home in Canton on May 15 surrounded by his loving family.
Born on November 24, 1925, in Mattapan, the seventh of nine children, he attended Boston Public Schools. In high school he acquired his skill for carpentry after taking drafting and woodworking classes. In l943, at age 18, Joseph left school and joined the Navy where he served on the USS Arkansas during World War II. He was honorably discharged in 1946 as Boat Swain 2nd Class.
After returning home he attended and received his high school diploma from Hyde Park High. Joseph married his wife, Clara, in 1948 at St. Patrick’s Church. Together they raised their four children in the house he built in Canton. Joseph was employed by the James River of Virginia Paper Company where he began as a lumper. With promotions coming fast, he advanced to pipefitter and master mechanic. He retired in 1985 at the age of 60 after 42 years of service.
In recognition of his services to the town, the Canton Board of Selectmen officially proclaimed November 20, 2005, as “Joseph Tobia Signori Day.” He was also a longtime member of the Knights of Columbus Council #2095 in Canton.
Joseph truly enjoyed helping people and will be remembered by his family and friends as a truly remarkable man.
Beloved husband of Clara (Tosi). Devoted father of Eugene J. Signori and his wife, Kathy, of East Bridgewater, Kathy M. Peters and her husband, Gary, of Weymouth, Mary Ann S. Roy and her husband, Alan, of CT, and Judy M. Signori of Canton. Brother of Eugene Signori of Easton, Carmella Kerrigan of Dedham, and the late Primo, Mario, David Signori, Lena Sheridan, Anna Galante and Sister Mary Angela. Also survived by his cherished nine grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours at the Dockray & Thomas Funeral Home, 455 Washington Street, Friday from 4-8 p.m. Funeral mass at St. Gerard Majella Church in Canton on Saturday morning at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends respectfully invited to attend. Interment New Calvary Cemetery, Boston. If desired, donations in Joseph’s name can be made to Poor Claire Monastery, 920 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130.
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Posted by Canton Citizen
on May 23 2013. Filed under Obituaries.
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