Margaret Ciannella, 83

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Marlborough – Margaret “Peggy” (Montgomery) Ciannella, 83, died Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013 after a short period of failing health. She was the wife of Michael Ciannella Sr., to whom she was married for over 60 years.

She was born in Marlborough, the daughter of the late Alfred E. and Elizabeth (Gereway) Montgomery and lived in the city all of her life.

She worked as a matron for the Marlborough public school system for many years. She also worked as a waitress at the former Oxford restaurant and the former Friendly's restaurant in Marlborough.

Peggy was a longtime member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Marlborough.? She, along with her husband, loved to travel, and enjoyed many trips to Hawaii, their favorite vacation spot.

Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Michael Ciannella Jr. of Marlborough; one granddaughter, Angelica Ciannella; and many nieces and nephews.

Her funeral will be held Friday, Dec. 20, at 9 a.m., in the Immaculate Conception Church, 11 Prospect St. Marlborough. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery in Marlborough. Visiting hours at the William R. Short and Son Funeral Home (www.shortfuneral.com), 95 West Main St., Marlborough, will be held Thursday, Dec. 19, from 5 – 8 p.m.

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