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Marianne Astuccio, 72, of Franklin, passed away peacefully with her beloved family gathered at her bedside with the glistening snow outside her window on January 7, 2026. Born on March 7, 1953 to Rose M. (Nocero) and Salvatore Astuccio, Marianne grew up just outside of Boston, leaving her with an accent her children grew to love and teased her for. Marianne attended the Jeanne d’Arc Academy graduating in 1971, she went on to attend Bryant College Secretarial school. Later in her life she would go back to advance her education at Dean College for Early Childhood Education.
In 1976 she welcomed her son, five years later, her twin daughters were born. Being a mother came naturally as Marianne’s warm, loving, nurturing ways always fixed a boo-boo or a bad day. Her children found safety and comfort just being in her presence. She was the kind of mom who you could chat on the phone with and she just listened offering the perfect solution to any problem. She did not live her life loud or flashy but moved through this life with grace and dignity, often sacrificing her own happiness for the happiness of others.
Marianne was a hard worker. As a single mother, she provided everything her children ever wanted, often working more than one job at a time. She was adored in her position at the YMCA’s preschool program, known affectionately to many as Miss Marianne. After she would leave her classroom, she would head to Stop and Shop where she started off as a part time cashier. Through her many years with stop and shop she worked her way up the ladder and eventually retiring as an Assistant Manager in Customer Service. She gave herself selflessly to others. She worked long hours but working was where she felt most comfortable.
If she was not at stop and shop, she could often be found kayaking the Charles, out in her garden where she had a green thumb to be envious of, and spending time at the beach- she was the queen of baby oil and Hawaiian tropic- always perfectly tan all summer long. She had a passion for shopping and finding a good bargain!
Her ultimate achievement in life was being a grandmother. She thrived! Her grandchildren were her heart. She adored each and every one of them. She beamed with pride whenever she saw them. Everyone knew you could not leave Noni’s house empty handed or without a tummy ache. She had more candy, sweet treats, and snacks than should be allowed. Her grandchildren loved visiting! Noni (Grammy) made everything better with her silver dollar pancakes and her endless love. She will deeply be missed by Aidan, Adelle, Grace, Alison, Caroline, Nolan, and Wesley. The relationship between a grandmother and her grandchildren is a bond that is considered unparalleled in its nature and strength.
Marianne’s warmth and smile brightened the lives of all who knew her. She will be forever lovingly remembered by her children: Peter Lynch of Franklin; Heather Bliss and her husband, Dan, of Medway; and Samantha Carroll and her husband, Jamie, of Plainville. She is survived by her devoted companion and constant source of comfort, her beloved cat, Olivia.
Marianne will be remembered for her generous spirit and unwavering love. We honor her gentle life, which was lived with both purpose and grace. Her spirit will forever resonate within each of us, much like the enduring light of stars that continue to shine long after they have faded from our view.
Visiting hours at the Dockray & Thomas Funeral Home 455 Washington St. Canton Tuesday January 13th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Relatives and friends invited to attend a Funeral Service at the funeral home Wednesday morning January 14th at 11:00 am. Burial Knollwood Memorial Park, Canton.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Medfield Animal Shelter in Marianne's memory.
