Veronica McDermott

Veronica McDermott, affectionately known to many as "Ronnie", passed away on April 13, 2026. Born in Manhattan, NY on September 13, 1944, Veronica lived a vibrant and fulfilling life. She resided in Attleboro, Massachusetts for the past 40 years, having previously lived in Manhattan, NY, Lake Carmel, NY, New Haven, CT, Wallingford, CT, and Williamstown, MA. A proud graduate of Carmel High School in Lake Carmel, NY, Veronica also worked for the Sun Chronicle and the Hallmark Store in the Emerald Square Mall. Above all, she loved her role as a homemaker and took immense pride in raising her four children, never missing a single sporting event.

She was a beloved member of her community, a dedicated member of the former St. Theresa’s Church in South Attleboro. There, she was an active communicant, a member of the Ladies Guild, a Eucharistic Minister, and a CCD Teacher. Veronica's love for singing Karaoke and embarking on church trips to Foxwoods Casino brought her immense joy and created countless memories with her loved ones and friends.

Veronica is survived by her loving children, Christina McDermott of Attleboro, John McDermott and his wife Cristina of Attleboro, Ronan McDermott and his wife Karen of Douglas; her daughter-in-law, Wendy McDermott of Billerica; her two sisters, Joyce Cournoyer and her husband David of Myrtle Beach, SC and Donna Lorenti and her husband Joey of CT; she also leaves her beloved grandchildren, Liam, Chloe, Madelyn, Lucas, Bretton and Devyn and many cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Antonino and Anna Pagliaro; her husband, John J. McDermott and her son, James (Jamie) McDermott.

The family would like to thank HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center, Garden Place Healthcare and Sturdy Memorial for the care, comfort, grace and dignity they provided to Ronnie.

Veronica will be remembered for her vivacious spirit, unwavering commitment to her family, and her enduring faith.

Relatives and friends are cordially invited to attend a memorial visitation from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. on Friday, May 1, 2026, at Duffy-Poule Funeral and Cremation Services, located at 20 Peck Street, Attleboro, MA. A funeral home service will commence at 11:30 a.m., followed by burial at Newell Burying Ground, on West Street, in South Attleboro.

We invite those who knew and loved Veronica to share their memories and upload photos to her memorial page.