Patricia Raffa

Born and raised in the North End of Boston, Patty was the beloved daughter of the late Joseph Raffa and Nicolena (Fabiano) Raffa. She was the loving mother of Emily Santangelo of Winthrop and Patricia Durkin of Medford. Patty was the adored Nana of Nicholas of Charlotte, North Carolina, Jade of Winthrop, Nicole of Saugus, and Christopher of Medford.

She was the devoted sister of Joan, Leonard, and Catherine Raffa of the North End; Maryanne Bono of Saugus; and the late Carl Raffa. Patty was a cherished aunt to Michael Bono of Saugus; Matthew Bono and his partner Jess of Derry, New Hampshire; and Gabrielle and her husband Greg Petto of Wakefield. She was also the great aunt to Luca, Gigi, and Bella of Wakefield. Patty is additionally survived by many cousins and dear friends who will miss her greatly.

Patty was truly one of a kind. She was deeply loving and a devoted matriarch who held her family together. Known for her humbleness, she always put others before herself. She will be remembered for her uniqueness, unconditional love, and selfless heart.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 10 am, in St. Leonard Church, 320 Hanover Street, Boston, MA. Services will conclude with interment in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Patty’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.