Grasso was born in Jersey City in 1919 to Alfonso Ferullo and Maria (Tirella). She also was a loyal Yankee fan, enjoyed gambling in Atlantic City, watching game shows and the music of Andrea Bocelli.
She is survived by her children Judy and her husband Thomas, Regina Purcell, Anthony and his wife Robin, grandchildren, Angelica, Vincent, Brad, Cassie and many nieces and nephews.
She is predeceased by her son Thomas in 2001.
Family will receive friends on Thursday at Calhoun-Mania Funeral Home, 19 Lincoln Ave., Rutherford, from noon to 2 p.m. with a Prayer Service immediately following. Private Cremation.
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