John Vincent Orecchio

John Vincent Orecchio, age 73, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at the Hebrew Rehabilitation Center at Newbridge on the Charles in Dedham, Massachusetts. Born in Boston, Massachusetts on November 11, 1952, he was the son of John Joseph and Anne Dorothy (Ciriello) Orecchio. John was raised in Walpole, Massachusetts, and graduated from Walpole High School with the class of 1971. After graduation John worked for Raytheon as part of their electronics assembly team. He was also a volunteer at the Norwood Hospital in the central supply department for many years,

In his free time John enjoyed spending time outside. John loved to garden and was known for raising Mimosa trees from seedlings. He would sit by the pool in the sun, soaking up the rays and enjoying the warmth on his skin building up a beautiful golden tan. When John moved into long term care at Newbridge five years ago, he became well known for his daily trips outside, his face lighting up with joy each time. John also enjoyed music, especially the Beatles and Elton John, and sang in the choir at Newbridge. He loved family gatherings and his mother’s delicious Italian cooking. To relax, John participated in all the social activities at NewBridge including jigsaw puzzles, Rummikub, and chess.

Loving brother of Michael L. Orecchio of Florida, and David P. Orecchio, his wife Lisa of Walpole, Massachusetts; and brother-in-law of Sheila Orecchio of Attleboro, Massachusetts.

Cherished uncle of Michelle, Thomas, Brian, Paul and his wife Erin; and great uncle of Emma and Leo.

Also survived by many cousins, extended relatives, and friends.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend John's visitation on Friday, September 11th, 2026, from 10:00 am - 11:00 am in the James H. Delaney & Son Funeral Home, 48 Common Street, Walpole. A funeral home service will be held at 11:00 am, with interment to follow at Knollwood Memorial Park in Canton.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of John may be made to the Donald L. Schomer Epilepsy Education Fund at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center by mailing at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Office of Philanthropy, 529 Main Street, 4th Floor, Charlestown, MA 02129 with the check made payable to “Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center”, with "in memory of John Orecchio for Donald L. Schomer Epilepsy Education Fund” in the memo line. Memorial donations can also be made by visiting www.bidmc.org/giving, selecting 'Donate Now', selecting 'Other' in the Gift Designation Field, and entering "the Donald L. Schomer Epilepsy Education Fund".