John J. “Cag” Verrelli, 85,

                   John J. “Cag” Verrelli, 85, of Milford, passed away December 21, 2014 surrounded by his family in his home.  He was the husband of the late Dorothy (McEwan) Verrelli who passed away in 1994. He was born in Milford son of the Joseph and Antonietta (Ianelli) Verrelli and was a lifelong Milford resident. He was educated in the Milford schools. He was a World War II Navy Veteran and served aboard the USS Valley Forge, Midway, Coral Sea and the F.D.R. Carriers. Mr. Verrelli owned and operated the former Johnny Cag’s in Bellingham during the 1980’s.  After his retirement he was employed as a Driving Instructor at Jennie’s Driving School in Milford. In his early years he was the manager at the former Marcone’s Restaurant in Framingham.
He was a communicant of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church and the Milford Italian War Veterans Post #40.
He is survived by his daughter Jean and her husband Jonathan Esslinger of Milford, three grandchildren, Eric Ruscitti, Resha Galindo and Melissa Santiago all of Milford, four great-grandchildren, Kaley Galindo, Jathen Galindo, Gianna Santiago and Lucas Santiago all of Milford.
He was predeceased by his daughter, Deborah Ruscitti and his brothers, James Verrelli and Leo Verrelli.  
The funeral will be held Monday, December 29, 2014 at 9 A.M. from the Consigli-Ruggerio Funeral Home Inc. 46 Water St. Milford MA. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 A.M at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church 7 East Main St. The burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Calling hours will be held Sunday from 5 to 8 P.M.
Contributions may be made in his memory to the National Kidney Foundation 30 East 33rd St. New York, NY 10016

Guest Book

Jean and Jon, It was a sad day when I heard the news of John's passing. It gives comfort to know that he is in a good place right now. I wiil truly miss him. Please, accept my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Roy Montoya

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Jean and Jon, So sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. He was a great guy! We all enjoyed driving him to dialysis. I especially enjoyed talking about the Red Sox and Patriots. He will be greatly missed. Our sincere condolences.
Ellen & Rocky - Blackstone Valley

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So very sorry for your loss Eric and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all . What a great day for heaven, Johns at peace and w loved ones who left before him Michelle and Paul
michelle howerton

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So very sorry for your loss Eric and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all . What a great day for heaven, Johns at peace and w loved ones who left before him Michelle and Paul
michelle howerton

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