Mr. Romolo "Romey" Capobianco

March 20, 1940 - January 21, 2019

Romolo E. Capobianco “Tomato Man” BILLERICA-- 29 Andover Road, an iconic house just outside of historic Billerica Center, is where Romey Capobianco called home for 53 years. This is where he raised his three daughters and where his love of large machines, motorcycles and farming was evident to all who drove by. In later years it was where residents of Billerica, and many surrounding towns, stopped to buy the most delicious, juiciest tomatoes, earning him the nickname, “Tomato Man”. Romolo E. Capobianco was the youngest child born to Ralph and Antoinette (Chicariello) on March 20, 1940. From the start, Romey was full of spunk and made a name for himself in every situation he encountered. He was educated in Billerica schools and was a graduate of the Billerica Memorial High School class of 1958. It was there he met Fay “Sissy” Forsley and the two were married shortly after. They raised three daughters, Maria, Elena, and Gina. Romey loved his daughters and loved raising his children in Billerica. He thought the world of Maria’s husband Jerry Kennedy and Gina’s husband Scott Leger. Romey enjoyed his role of grandfather to Eleshia, Phillip, Julia, and Sarah and delighted in their accomplishments. Romey was a true outdoorsman, an ardent hunter and fisherman, specifically ice and deep sea. From a young age he loved riding and racing motorcycles, especially Harleys, and also had a passion for race cars. It is no surprise that Romey’s chosen professions would be as a developer, home builder, and roofer, which would allow him to be outside daily. He loved spending time by the ocean and at lakes, in particular, Lake Winnipesaukee. Seafood was his favorite meal and he enjoyed seafood dinners in Boston. Romey was devoted to his Catholic religion and proud of his Italian heritage. He was a member of the Sons of Italy in Billerica. As a lifelong resident of the town he was so fond of, he gave back to the community by serving on the Housing Authority Board, the Compost and Recycling Board and as a Town Meeting Member. Romey will be missed dearly by the Town of Billerica as will his Price Farm tomatoes! In addition to his daughters, sons-in-law, and grandchildren, he is survived by his brothers, Ralph Capobianco and his wife Barbara, and John Capobianco and his wife, Gay, and his sister-in-law Peggy Capobianco. Romey was also the brother of the late Carl Capobianco and the late Anna Tucci and her late husband Bobby. Romey is survived by his dear friend, Eva Marshall. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and many members of the Forsley and Lorden families. FUNERAL NOTICE CAPOBIANCO—In Billerica, January 21, 2019 at his home, Romolo “Romey” Capobianco, 78, a well-known Billerica resident. Family and friends may call at the FAY McCABE FUNRAL HOME, 105 MOORE STREET, LOWELL on SUNDAY from 1 until 5 PM, with his Funeral Service being held at 4 PM in the Funeral Home. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE FAY McCABE FUNERAL DIRECTORS 978-459-9222 www.faymccabe.com