None Ernest Caruso

Ernest Caruso, a resident of Dedham, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, December 9th at the age of 91. Born October 31st 1930, Ernie was the son of Federico and Francesca (DeFazio) Caruso who both immigrated from Italy. Belovedhusband of the late Ann M. Caruso, loving father of Barbara Cawley and husband Richard of Dedham, Ernest Caruso and Kathleen of Westwood, Joanne McKay and husband Michael of Norwood, Anthony Caruso and wife Carol of Hull, Frances Sinclair and the late GregSinclair of Norwood, Diane Caruso of Norwood and Carl Caruso and wife Elisabeth of Norwood. Also survived by 18 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews. Along with his wife Ann, he raised 7 children instilling a strong senseof family bond. In a life of many accomplishments, this legacy of family is perhaps his greatest one. Ernest was also a proud Air Force Veteran. Ernie owned and operated Centre Deli in Dedham Square, which would become a staple of the community for over 50years. He was also a proud member of the American Legion Post 18 in Dedham. Visiting hours will be held December 13th 2021 from 4-8pm at Folsom funeral home, 87 Milton St., Dedham. Relatives and friends are invited to gather at the funeral home starting at9am on Tuesday, December 14th and proceed to St. Mary’s Church, 420 High St., Dedham, MA at 10am. Interment with military honors will follow at Brookdale Cemetery in Dedham. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Punch 4 Parkinson’s a nonprofit organizationby check to 339 Washington St. Suite 203 Dedham, Ma. 02026 or at www.punch4parkinsons.com