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Gabriel Joseph Parmese, 56, of Holliston, passed away on August 12, 2015. Born in Norwood, New Jersey, he was the son of Martha (Phillips) Parmese of NJ and the late James Parmese. He was the husband of Ann (Mullen) Parmese of Holliston.

Gabriel was a devoted husband and loving father who showed great interest in his children’s sports and was active in Holliston Youth Football. He was an avid sports fan and was part of a large, loving family from New Jersey. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, who were his world and he will be deeply missed by all.

Besides his mother and his wife, he leaves behind his children, Norah Parmese and Jimmy Parmese of Holliston, 3 siblings, Laura Tzanavaris, Vincent Parmese and his wife Barbara, and Margaret Parmese all of New Jersey.

Visitation will be held on Monday, August 17th from 3-7p.m. at the Chesmore Funeral Home of Holliston, 854 Washington St. www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com A funeral mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 18th at 11:00a.m. at St. Mary’s Church of Holliston. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Holliston Youth Football, P.O. Box 6658 Holliston, MA 01746