Rosario S. “Ross” Vella

Vella, Rosario S. “Ross” of Quincy November 2, 2004.

Beloved husband of Christine (Graffam) Vella. Loving father of Charles Vella of Cumberland, RI, Joseph Vella, Thomas Vella, both of Quincy, Christine & her husband John Morris of New Ipswich, NH, Gerard Vella of Brockton, Jean & her husband Michael Marcella of Everett, Natalie & her husband Paul McDonald of Weymouth and the late Stephen & his wife Mary of Boston. Brother of Teresa Ricciuti of Quincy. Also survived by 8 grandchildren, many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., WOLLASTON Saturday at 9 AM. Funeral Mass in Sacred Heart Church, N. Quincy at 10 AM. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 PM. Cremation will follow.

Ross owned R and C Leasing Company in Quincy. He had previously worked as a manager, dispatcher and truck driver for APA, Hermans and Parker Transportation. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and was a member of the VFW Post #95 in Quincy. A licensed pilot, he enjoyed flying his small craft. He also enjoyed bowling.

Donations in memory of Mr. Vella may be made to the American Cancer Society, 25 Stuart St., 4th Floor, Boston, MA 02116.