Obituary of Lorraine M. Gerniglia

Danvers – Lorraine M. Gerniglia 82, formerly of Wakefield and Saugus, died Friday, January 1, 2021 at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers. Born in Wakefield, she was the daughter of the late Matthew and Marion (Malonson) Gerniglia. She received her education in the Wakefield and Saugus school system and graduated from Saugus High School. An honorary discharged veteran, she served her country as a member of the United States Air Force. Lorraine had been employed for many years as a clerk for the Verizon Telephone Company until the time of her retirement. A longtime resident of Danvers, Lorraine enjoyed the ocean, travelling and many road trips over the years to Cape Cod. She also enjoyed doing crossword puzzles and skiing in her younger years. She had a great love for animals, especially her dog, “Bailey”. She was a loving sister, aunt and friend who will be missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her longtime friend and caretaker, Mary Ann Stasinos of Danvers, a sister, Frances Testa and her husband, Richard of Wakefield, a niece, Sheri Prosperi and her husband, Louis of Wakefield, a nephew, Richard Testa of Lynnfield, a great niece and great nephew, Samantha and Nathan and a special friend, Vicki Materkowski of Peabody. She was also the sister of the late Barbara Frances Gerniglia. ARRANGEMENTS: Her funeral services will be private. Arrangements by the Conway Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home, 82 Lynn St., Peabody. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to Care Dimensions, 75 Sylvan St., Danvers, MA 01923.