Priscilla E. Ferrelli
March 6, 1932 ~ August 16, 2016
Portland-Priscilla E. Ferrelli, 84, of Atlantic Street, died on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, at Maine Medical Center. She was born on March 6, 1932, on Chebeague Island in the family home, a daughter of Bernard and Doris (Doughty) Nida. Priscilla grew up on the island but attended Portland High School where she was a cadet. She met Robert W. Ferrelli while roller skating and the two married in Portland on March 17, 1954. They lived in a house on the Eastern Promenade and their children and grandchildren would spend time at their Chebeague Island Home. She worked many different jobs such as a crossing guard for the Portland Police Department and JJ Newberrys, as well as a Personal Care Professional at Seaside Nursing Home. At home, she would sit up at night and sew or knit clothes for her children. She had a strong love for elephants, reading, and tea. Her family meant the world to her. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert W. Ferrelli; infant son, Robert W. Ferrelli Jr.; brother, E. Bernard Nida (Bounce). She is survived by four daughters, Debra Boothby and husband Mark of Scarborough, Doris Lee and husband Mike of PA, Bobbi Ferrelli of Gorham, Priscilla Martell of Portland; son, David Ferrelli and wife Elizabeth of Cumberland; brother, Carlton Nida (Carts) and wife Joyce of New Gloucester; 13 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. A Funeral service will be held at 9:30 AM on Saturday, August 20, at the Conroy-Tully Walker South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. Burial will follow at Chebeague Cemetery on Chebeague Island. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Priscillas memory to the American Cancer Society, 1 Bowdoin Mill Island, Suite 300, Topsham, ME 04086.
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Ma I know that bubble was a message from you xoxo
– BNEAJK
Please accept my sincere sympathies for your loss. Hopefully you are comforted in the knowledge that now she walks in Paradise. Michelle.
– Michelle Hotchkiss
I’m sorry for the loss of your mother (and to Carlton,your sister) Chebeague has lost so many in recent years.
– Chris Rich
so very sorry to hear about ur mom i have known her a long time she is a wonderful lady, may she RIP ND NOT SUFFER again so very sorry
– Paula Shepard Lydon
Please accept our sincere condolencences for the loss of your loved one. Hold tight to your precious memories you hold within your heart. Each time you think of her may there smiles vs. tears. Bless you.
– Gene & Kaloua Cookson
I am so sorry for your loss
– Rita hambelton
I am sorry to hear about your loss. I enjoyed getting to know your father and later your mother who both spoke highly of their family. I hope their memories live on in your hearts.
– Carrie McCormick
Bobbi and familyI am so sorry for your loss. I know how much you loved your mom and my heart breaks for you. She is now resting comfortably with the Lord and watching down over all of you. Bobbi, all of us here at work are here for you.
– Norma McGill
Sorry for your loss our prayers & thoughts are with you and your family on this sad day
– Betty & Michael Tapley
ma I love you so much ,when I came home yesterday I went to open the back door and your blue jay was sitting on the railing by your chair and he spread his wings and flew so gracefully over to the tree I knew it was a sign that you are flying high holding my baby brother and with daddy yes ma you told us many times we had you for 84 years and it was time to share you I love and miss you so much there are no words to describe the love I have for you my mother my side kick I will miss all the adventures we went on. I love love love you oxoxoxoxox
– Priscilla
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May she R.I.P.
– Cindy MacDonald
Im asking God the healer to come to all of you and engulf you with his love and strength. Doris my friend you and your family are not alone at this time. We understand and love you all in your words dor your mom was darlin–love you lolo
– lorraine kastreva
So very sorry to hear this news she was a very nice lady she was always nice to everyone god bless her hope she RIP
– Paula Shrpard Lydon
To all the Ferrelli Family: We knew Nan & she was such a special Lady, we loved her & will miss seeing her when we come down to David & Elizabeth’s. Sending hugs & sincere Sympathy from( Elizabeth’s Mom & Dad)
– Jim & Georgena Lunn
My Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family Doris May God Continue To Comfort You All At This Time Of Need.
– Tammy Diffin
Doris and familySo sorry for ur loss….wish I had words to help u. May ur Mom R I P
– Lea and joe bethge