Pasquale "Pat"

Federico

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pasquale "Pat" Federico, who departed this life at the age of 64 on February 25th at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Pat fought valiantly against kidney disease for the past decade, demonstrating remarkable courage and resilience throughout his journey.
Born in Abruzzi, Italy, Pat spent the first eight years of his life there before immigrating to the United States with his family. They settled in Boston's North End, where he attended local schools and graduated from Somerville High School. He pursued further education at college for two years before embarking on a career as a salesman for Petro Home Heating Oil, from which he was medically retired 11 years ago.
An integral part of the local community, Pat was a longtime member of Club Amici, in Medford where he found joy in socializing and engaging in spirited card games with friends. An ardent football fan, he relished watching NFL games, and shared countless Saturday night dinners filled with laughter and love surrounded by family and friends. His interests also included challenging games of chess, which reflected his strategic mind and zest for competition.
Pat's legacy is rich with love and devotion. He and his beloved wife of 38 years, Joan M. Luciano Federico, shared a life filled with cherished moments and enduring commitment. Together, they raised their son, Frank, in Malden, before moving to Saugus a decade ago. Pat was closely surrounded by family, including his brother Rafaele Federico of Medford, sister Rina Ricci and her husband Gary of Medford, sister-in-law Judi Luciano and her husband Brian Siegel of North Andover, sister-in-law Janet Luciano and her husband Steven Stoddard of Tewksbury, as well as his brother-in-law Ferdinando Federico in Italy. He was predeceased by his loving parents, Francesco and Rosa Federico, his parents-in-law, Ann and Vincent Luciano, and his dear sister, Maria Federico. Pat is also survived by his nieces and nephews; Dr. Domenic Martinello and his wife Natalie of Tennessee, Peter Ricci and his wife Maria of Medford, Fabio Ricci and his wife Myranda of Stoneham and Maria Federico of Italy, and his cherished canine companion, "Dobby." He leaves behind a legacy of love and strength that will endure in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know him.

In honor of Pat's life, visiting hours will be held at Welsh Funeral Home, located at 718 Broadway, Chelsea, on Monday, March 2nd, from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. A funeral service will be conducted from the funeral home on Tuesday, March 3rd, at 10:00 A.M., followed by a Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Grace Church, 59 Nichols St., Chelsea, commencing at 11:00 A.M. Thereafter, Pat will be laid to rest at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden.

Should friends desire in lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that contributions be made in Pat's name to the American Kidney Fund, located at 6110 Executive Blvd, Rockville, MD 20852, https://give.kidneyfund.org/ as a tribute to his brave battle against kidney disease.
May Pat Federico rest in eternal peace, remembered fondly by all who had the privilege of calling him family and friend.