Debi Masciarelli

Debi Masciarelli, passed away on January 11, 2026 after a long illness.

Debi was the beloved wife of Joe Masciarelli, with whom she shared love, laughter and light for the past 44 years.  She is survived by her dear son Ryan Masciarelli, his wife Adna, and their two sons John and Chris Masciarelli.  Also, survived by her dear daughter Nicole (Masciarelli) Chiarello, her husband Gregg, and their two sons Henry and Theodore Chiarello.

Debi was born in Canton to late Richard and Anne (Cannata) Morley, sister of the late Linda Jensen and John Morley.  Beloved godmother and aunt to Michael Jensen, his wife Lauren, and great aunt to their children Avery and Milo.  And cousins by the dozens, including Ellen, Bill, Janet, etc. 

She loved trips to Red River Beach, speedwalking, the walking group, her track people, and lifelong friends.  Comedy shows brought her joy.  She enjoyed her Tuesday morning St. John’s mass friends and yoga.  She treasured her lifelong friendships over the years in Canton.

She took pride in her work as a Hospice Nurse in Cambridge & Needham, MA.  When life became difficult, she turned to Old Colony Hospice, who took her under their wings and provided exemplary care.

Visting hours will be at Dockray & Thomas funeral home from 4-7 pm on Friday, January 16th, followed by a funeral mass on Saturday, January 17th at 11:30am at St Oscar Romero Church, Canton with the burial at Canton Corners following.

Donations should be made in lieu of flowers in her memory to Old Colony Hospice at http://www.oldcolonyhospice.org, to whom the family expresses their profound gratitude.

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