Franco Zeppa

    Franco Zeppa, age 72 of Watertown, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Beloved father of Massimo Zeppa & his companion Stephanie Barker of Watertown, Michelle Gaudino & her husband Nick of Andover and Franca Antonellis & her husband Keith of Weymouth. Cherished 'Nonno Frank' to Ava, Alana & Max Zeppa; Nicolas, Michael & Kayla Gaudino and Anthony, Jameson & Brandon Antonellis. Dear brother of Bruno & his partner Maryanne, Maria Zeppa and Beatrice Ford & her husband Larry.  Beloved companion to Betty Sanders. Franco is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. 

    Franco was the son of the late Domenico & Ada (Moscone) Zeppa. He was born in Nilvange, France and came to the US when he was 21. He was a tile mason by trade but also a man of many talents. He could build or fix almost anything. His passions were family, gardening and tending to his koi pond. 

   Family and friends are welcome to come celebrate Franco's life by gathering for visiting hours in the Nardone Funeral Home, 373 Main St. Watertown on Friday December 13, 2024 from 4-7 PM and again on Saturday at 8 AM followed by a 9 AM Funeral Mass in St. Patrick's Church, 212 Main St. Watertown. Burial at a later date in Newton Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers please make donations to the:

American Lung Association, 

1661 Worcester Rd #301, Framingham, MA 01701

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