October 23, 2022
Pedersen, Marion R.
Marion Ruth (Scharegge) Pedersen, a lifelong resident of Dedham, died Monday, October 17, 2022 at her home in Dedham surrounded by her loving family. She was 89. Marion was born May 18, 1933 in Dedham, Massachusetts, one of the four daughters of Irving E. and Dorothy (Kirchdorfer) Scharegge. She was a “river rat” growing up in the Riverdale section of Dedham and graduated from Dedham High School with the Class of 1951. She worked as a secretary/bookkeeper for Goodale Insurance Company. Marion loved to cook and was renowned for making the best pastry crust ever.
Marion is survived by her devoted husband, Peter A. Pedersen; her loving children, Pamela Pitaro, and her husband Mario, of Norwood, and Steve Zarba of Norwood; and her adored grandchildren, Anthony Pitaro of Norton, and Christopher Pitaro of Watertown. She was the sister of Beverly Johnson of Plainville, the late Phyllis Dillon and the late Thelma Wright. Visiting hours will be held Thursday from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton Street, Dedham followed by a Celebration of Life Service at 7:30 in the funeral home. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers donations to the Animal Rescue League, 55 Anna’s Place, Dedham, MA 02026 would be appreciated.
Comments(11)
Thinking of you in this difficult time.
“Loved ones never really leave us. They stay with us, always in our hearts and minds as love and precious memories”
Pam and Mario, so sorry for the loss of your mother. May she Rest In Peace. ✝️
Hi Pam,
I’m so sorry your mom has passed. I enjoyed reading about her and your lovely family. Thinking of you. <3 <3
-Sher
Steve – Paul & I are so sorry about your mother. Thinking of you and sending prayers
Sorry Steve
Dearest Pete:
We are saddened to hear of Marion’s passing.
You are truly an amazing and caring person.
Marion was blessed to have you in her life.
We love you,
Martin and Geraldina
Sending warm thoughts from the entire TJX family to yours! Your mom will be greatly missed. Big Hugs.
Sorry to hear about your loss – We’re thinking of you and your family
My deepest condolences for the loss of Marion. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts during this extremely difficult time.
Pam, Thinking of you during this difficult time. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Pam, I hope you and your family can find comfort in your mother’s memories during this hard time. I am thinking of you and sending big hugs!