Evelyn Anne Climo, 95, of Hingham, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Boston on August 29, 1929, to Patrick and Angelina Guarino, who migrated from Naples, Italy, Evelyn was one of seven children. She was a cherished sister to Johnny, Vinny, Patrick, Buddy, Theresa, and Dorothy. From a young age, it was clear that family meant everything to her.

At just 18, Evelyn married Fred, the love of her life. They shared an incredible 69 years of marriage together, building a beautiful family and a life filled with joy. Their shared love for dancing made them jitterbug champions, and they delighted in entertaining friends and family, especially on their boat, the My Way. As "snowbirds" in Florida, they continued their tradition of warm hospitality, always welcoming loved ones to their home. Together, they raised five children: Deborah A. Foresta and her husband Thomas of Rockland, Ellen D. Edwards of Rockland, Frederick T. Climo, III and his wife Elizabeth of Bridgewater, and Patrick E. Climo and his fiancée Stephanie Hladky of Marshfield. Evelyn was preceded in death by her beloved son, Robert P. Climo and her cherished grandson Jeffrey M. Foresta. She is also survived by her eight grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren, all of whom brought her immense joy.

Evelyn was the irreplaceable matriarch of the Climo family. Her greatest passion was her family and taking care of others. As a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she was always there for anyone who needed her. She was never happier than when she had a baby in her arms, and when asked who she loved best, she'd always say, the person who needed her the most at that time. Proud of her Italian heritage, Evelyn loved to cook, greeting everyone at the door with an offer of food – you never left her house hungry. Whether she was preparing her famous cutlets, simmering her sauce, shopping at Filene's, or making sandwiches on the My Way, everything she did revolved around her family. She made sure everyone knew just how much she loved them.

Beyond her family, tennis was Evelyn’s passion. She enjoyed playing at the Millpond and in Florida, where she forged many lifelong friendships. Even at 80, she was still a formidable opponent on the court, giving younger generations a run for their money.

Though Evelyn has passed on, the beautiful legacy of love, family, and warmth she created will continue to resonate for generations to come.

Services:

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Evelyn’s life at Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 137 Union Street, Rockland, on Monday, June 9th, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, June 10th, at 9:00 AM at Holy Family Church, 403 Union Street, Rockland. Burial will follow at Blue Hill Cemetery in Braintree.