Jeanette (Tessicini) Iacovelli

Mrs. Jeanette (Tessicini) Iacovelli, 87, of Milford MA died unexpectedly on Monday (May 3, 2021) at the Milford Regional Medical Center after being stricken at home. She was the beloved wife of Rudolph R. Iacovelli.

Jeanette was born in Milford MA, the daughter of the late Michael and the late Delia (Demeo) Tessicini. She attended Milford public schools, graduating from Milford High School, Class of 1951. She spent many years assisting her husband Rudy in the running of Nolan Brothers, located in Milford MA.

Jeanette was a longtime communicant of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church and a member of the Sacred Heart Women’s Club. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who loved spending time with her family.

Along with her beloved husband of sixty-three years, she is survived by her two daughters; Susan M., wife of Steven Arsenault and Carole A., wife of Jeffrey A. Butcher, both of Milford MA; her three grandchildren: Lauren Arsenault, Michael Arsenault and Zachary Butcher; several nieces and nephews; also her brothers & sisters-in-law: Mildred Creasia of Milford MA, Francis Iacovelli and his wife Tessie of Milford MA, Mrs. MaryLou Iacovelli of Hopkinton MA and Dr. Patrick Iacovelli and his wife Marie of Milford MA.

Jeanette was pre-deceased by her brothers & sisters in law: Sam & Jessie Calagione, Mike & Anna Iacovelli, Dr. Anthony Iacovelli and Ralph Creasia.

In accordance with her wishes a Private Funeral will be held Wednesday (May 5th) from the Edwards Memorial Funeral Home, 44 Congress Street, Milford MA. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Milford MA. There are no visiting hours. Relatives & friends are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial at 10am in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church (UPPER CHURCH), 7 East Main Street, Milford MA. Social distancing protocols & use of face masks will be required for all facets of the funeral services.

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