Anthony Joseph Mallozzi, III

Anthony Joseph Mallozzi, III, 63, of Westborough, formerly of Northborough and Worcester was a dedicated friend to all. He suffered a massive heart attack and passed away Saturday, March 8th with the family he cherished gathered by his side. Anthony, one of three children, of the late Anthony J. Mallozzi, Jr. and Anne E. (DiGregorio) Mallozzi, was born and grew up in Worcester, MA. He graduated class of 1968 from St. John's High School in Shrewsbury. He then earned his degree from St. Anselm College in 1972. As an exceptional student, he accepted an opportunity to study abroad and attained a degree from the University of Moscow. Upon his return Anthony continued to gain knowledge by earning his MBA from Clark University. Anthony met the love of his life, Joanne Marie Duddy, summering in Green Harbor, MA. Later they married in 1977 and settled in Northborough to raise their family before relocating to Westborough; sharing a total of 36 years happily married. Upon Anthony's father's untimely death, he joined the family business, Mallozzi Insurance Agency. Anthony, Joanne and son, Tony, subsequently founded Anthony Joseph Real Estate which they continue to own and operate today. Anthony is survived by his devoted and close knit family; his wife Joanne Marie; children, Karalyn Mallozzi-Manzelli and her husband Erik of Wilmington, MA, twins Kimberly M. Mallozzi of South Boston, MA and Anthony J. Mallozzi, IV and his fiancée Katelyn Filippetti of Shrewsbury, MA; a sister, Katheryn A. Reebe and her husband George of Millis, MA and brother, James J. Mallozzi and his wife Maureen of Avon, CT; the apple of his eye and granddaughter, Stella M. Manzelli; Several nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. Anthony was a member of St Rose of Lima Church, the Benedictine Friary Association at St. Anselm College, and the Pope John Council Knights of Columbus. He was involved in the Alumni Associations of St. John High School, Clark University and St. Anselm College. Anthony also served as a Trustee at UMass Memorial Medical Center. He was a former coach of the Northborough Baseball Association. He had a strong presence in local, state and national politics and was a proud member of the Republican National Committee. Anthony provided motivation, inspiration and support to all who met him. He was a family man first and foremost; cherishing the time he shared with his wife, devoted children and his new granddaughter, Stella. He lived a joyous and accomplished life. Calling hours for Anthony are on Thursday, March 13th from 4 pm to 8 pm, in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. Worcester. The Funeral Mass will be held Friday, March 14th at 10:00 am in St. Rose of Lima Church, 244 West Main St. (Please go directly to church) Burial will follow in Howard Street Cemetery. All are welcome to celebrate and honor Anthony's life. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the UMass Memorial Foundation, 333 South Street, Shrewsbury Mass 01545 or the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, Mass.