Obituaries

Foxborough's Christopher Ienello, Middle School Teacher, Dies at 57

He taught at South Lawrence East Middle School.

The following obituary is from Robert & Sons Funeral Home:

Christopher J. Ienello, age 57, died Thursday, July 3, 2014 at his home surrounded by the comfort of his loving family. He was the son of Alberta A. (Kelly) and the late James Ienello.

Chris was born on September 5, 1956 in Attleboro. He was a graduate of Foxborough High School and The University of Maine at Fort Kent. He was employed as a teacher at the South Lawrence East Middle School. A lifelong resident of Foxborough, he married his wife Patricia on April 28, 1990 at St. Mark’s Church in Foxborough.

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Chris was a past President and Keyman for the Foxborough Jaycees. He coached Legion baseball and youth soccer. He was an avid reader and Boston sports fan. He enjoyed challenging his family in playing Trivial Pursuit.

Beloved husband of Patricia A. (Donlan) Ienello. Loving father of Tammy Capitanio of Foxborough, Dana and his wife Jacq of NV, Scott Capitanio of CO and Hayley Ienello of Foxborough. Brother of Marcia Ienello, Paula Enos, Lisa Soares, Sheila Grainey, Carey Ienello, Dina Denham and the late James Ienello. Devoted grandfather of Nikki Capitanio. Also survived by several nieces and nephews and his faithful dog Mackie.

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