FRANKLIN: Mary N. Ballarino

Mary Nora (Padden) Ballarino 85, of Cumberland, Rhode Island, and a former longtime resident of Franklin, passed away, peacefully on October 18th, 2026 at Holiday Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center following an illness. Mary was the wife of the late Robert Ballarino, with whom she shared 62 years of marriage.

Born January 2, 1941 in Boston to the late Mary F.(Keleher) and John T. Padden of Hyde park. Sister of John T.Padden,Jr. of Sagamore Beach, Margaret Sullivan of West Roxbury, Judith Fitzsimmons (Roy) of Cohasset,and Edward Padden (Patricia) of Franklin. Predeceased by sister Elizabeth Fata of Marshfield, and sister in law Carolyn Padden and brothers in law Paul Fata and James Sullivan.

Mary grew up in Hyde park and attended St. Raphael’s grammar school and graduated from Hyde park High School. She spent her life committed to raising her 8 children. She enjoyed traveling to Florida with friends and hosting family gatherings at the pool. Mary was a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She loved her family and could never say no to a sweet treat.

She leaves behind her daughter Janine Tambascio and husband Nick of Framingham, Ma, her son, Christopher and his wife Lisa of Bellingham, her son, Mark, and his wife, Trisha, of Franklin, her son, Adam and his wife Shelley of Dallas, Texas and son, Jeremy and his wife Jacqueline of Franklin.

She was pre-deceased by her husband Robert of 62 years, daughters Jennifer Ballarino, Justine Donovan and her son, Gregory Ballarino.

She also leaves behind 15 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren who will miss her dearly.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her calling hours Tuesday October 27th, in the Charles F. Oteri and Son Franklin Funeral Home 33 Cottage St. from 9-10:30am.

Her funeral Mass will follow in St. Mary's Church, Franklin at 11AM. To view the Mass stmarysfranklin.org

Burial will be at the parish cemetery.

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