Oscar Osvaldo LiDonni

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September 6, 1932 – October 16, 2026

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Oscar Osvaldo LiDonni, 94, a longtime resident of Newton, Massachusetts, passed away on October 16, 2026, of natural causes.

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Born on September 6, 1932, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Oscar was the son of the late Felix and Angela (Paino) LiDonni. As a young man, he immigrated to the United States, where he established his roots, built a successful career, and made a home for himself and his family.

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Oscar spent his career as a self-employed general contractor, taking pride in the business he built and operated until his retirement. He was a longtime resident of Newton, Massachusetts, before recently moving to The Maples Senior Living in Wrentham, Massachusetts.

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Oscar was predeceased by his wife, Antonia (Arpino) LiDonni.

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He is survived by his children: Ozzie LiDonni of Buzzards Bay, MA; Felix LiDonni and his wife Gail of Norwood, MA; Elvira LiDonni of Florida; and Oscar LiDonni and his wife Sarah of Foxborough, MA.

He also leaves behind eight grandchildren: Amanda Kovalcik (Dan), Alex LiDonni (Maryanne), Madison Trujillo (Juan Manuel), Matthew LiDonni (Vanessa), Olivia LiDonni (Evan), Caitlyn LiDonni (David), Clayton LiDonni, Sophia LiDonni and nine great-grandchildren.

 

From his early years in Argentina to the many decades he spent in Massachusetts, Oscar lived a long and full life. His story is one of new beginnings, opportunity, and the generations of family that followed.

He will be remembered and missed by those who  loved him.

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Funeral services will be private.

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In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Oscar's memory to the National Council on Problem Gambling, an organization dedicated to helping individuals and families affected by problem gambling.

Donations can be made at www.ncpgambling.org.