Bianca (Berardinelli) Regan, age 77, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Thursday, November 28, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Isernia, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Alessandro and Filomena (DiBaggio) Berardinelli and the beloved wife of the late Richard A. Regan.
Bianca immigrated to the United States at a young age, where she grew a deep devotion to her family and her work. Over the years, she became a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Known for her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love for her family, Bianca brought joy to everyone she encountered. She was a dedicated and caring mother to her two children, Richard D. Regan and his wife Tracy of Framingham, and Jennifer M. Regan of Framingham. Bianca’s pride and joy were her grandchildren, Catherine, Allison, and Stephanie, who will forever carry her memory in their hearts. She was especially proud and supportive of her granddaughters’ accomplishments and was an avid fan of their basketball games, always cheering them on from the stands.
She is also survived by her siblings, Lucia Ucciferri and her husband Celestino of Watertown, Caesar Berardinelli and his wife Suzanne of Framingham, and her sister-in-law Linda Berardinelli of Watertown. Bianca was also cherished by many nieces and nephews.
Bianca was predeceased by her husband, Richard A. Regan, her parents, Alessandro and Filomena Berardinelli, and her brother, Giacomo Berardinelli.
Visiting hours will be held at McCarthy, McKinney & Lawler Funeral Home, 11 Lincoln Street, Framingham, on Tuesday, December 3, from 4:00PM to 7:00PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Bridget’s Parish, 830 Worcester Road, Framingham, on Wednesday morning at 10AM. Interment will follow at Edgell Grove Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made in Bianca’s name to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in support of cancer research and patient care.
Bianca’s memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved her. She will be deeply missed but forever remembered.
To share a memory with Bianca’s family, kindly visit www.mccarthyfh.com
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