Age 90, of Marlboro, died peacefully on March 6, 2021, surrounded by his adoring family. Albert was married for sixty-six years to the love of his life, Lena Francesconi (deceased), with whom he raised their three children: Gale Shea of Newport, RI (married to Peter), Lisa Graham of Northborough, MA (married to Christopher), and Mark Francesconi of Needham, MA (married to Irene). Albert was a devoted grandfather to Kelly and Ryan Shea, Jennifer Graham, and Grace, Rebecca, and Daniel Francesconi. He was the dear brother of Loretta Valeri of Winchester, MA and the late Sandra Paglierani of Arlington, MA.
Born in 1930 to Salvatore Francesconi and Pia Castagnoli Francesconi (both of Gambetolla, Italy), Albert graduated from Cambridge Rindge and Latin School and Northeastern University before serving 5 years in the U.S. Air Force where he traveled to North Africa, Asia and Europe. He then spent thirty-three years at S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc., rising to the position of Regional Sales Executive. His true passions were traveling the world with Lena, spending time with his children and grandchildren, and studying world history. After moving from Framingham to Marlboro, Albert became affectionately known as “The Mayor” to the residents of The Meadows Senior Living, where he enjoyed eight years of meaningful friendships amongst the residents and staff.
Services will be private.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Salmon VNA & Hospice (https://www.salmonhealth.com/community/hospice) or Saint Matthias Church of Marlborough (https://stmattpar.org/ ).
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