Michael A. 'Terry' Carpinella Jr. Obituary (1932 - 2016)

Michael A. "Terry" Carpinella, Jr., a longtime resident of Chelmsford, passed away peacefully on Sunday November 13, 2016 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Ruth (Figueira) Carpinella with whom he shared a phenomenal 62 year marriage. Born in Medford on May 3, 1932, he was the son of the late Michael A. Carpinella, Sr. and Veronica (Kirwan) Carpinella. Michael was educated at BC High School and went on to earn his undergraduate and Master's Degrees from Boston College making him a proud "Triple Eagle." During college he was a member of the ROTC and served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He spent years building a fine career as an accountant. He was dedicated to his children and coached little league baseball and girl's softball in Chelmsford for many years. Bowling was a great pastime for Michael and once he retired, he spent time focusing on being a duplicate bridge player-Life Master. Post-retirement, he was an adjunct professor of accounting at Southern New Hampshire University. Spending time with his bride traveling the world brought him so much joy. He was a lector and CCD teacher at St. Mary Parish in Chelmsford and was also a member of their Holy Name Society. Michael was passionate about his opinions and often wrote letters to the editor at the Lowell Sun and his thoughts were often well received. In addition to his wife, Ruth, survivors include two children, Kathy Tighe and her husband, Dennis of Tewksbury and Amy Carpinella of Chelmsford. He was predeceased by his son, Steven Carpinella. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Meghan Chito and her husband Eric of North Grafton, Brian Tighe of Tewksbury and one great grandson, Neely Tighe; many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Doris Pelrine. It being his request, visitation has been omitted. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday November 18, 2016 at 10 AM in ST. MARGARET CHURCH, 374 Stevens Street, LOWELL. Interment will be held privately. For those who wish, donations in loving memory of Michael can be made to: Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 26 Broadway, 14th Floor, New York, NY 10004 or by visiting JDRF.com. Service Information November 18, 2016 10:00am, St. Margaret Parish 374 Stevens Street Lowell, MA 01851