Antoinette "Toni" Cianchetta, named for St. Anthony, was born May 19th, 1968, and passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 10th, 2025. She was predeceased by her mother, Marion E. Smith (Pratt), her father Ralph E. Cianchetta and her brother-in-law Adrien B. Lussier. She is survived by her sister, Nancy Cianchetta, her best friend Marlene Stevenson, dear friend Stephen Marchese, her nieces and nephews and many other friends and acquaintances like those at the McCarthy House in Melrose. Though Toni suffered from numerous health conditions from an early age she displayed incredible strength, joy and perseverance through every challenge. A car accident disabled her so that she was only briefly able to work in her field, auto maintenance and repair. Toni then worked in retail management for many years, always doing her best to provide her customers with the high, quality personalized services normally available only at the finest shops. She was never too busy to help a friend and never met a stranger. She always took the time to lend an ear and loved to share stories. Toni had an outgoing cheerful presence that immediately put people at ease earning her loyal friends wherever she went. A true altruist, she often made others laugh when she herself was ill or in pain. She would sacrifice her time, money and peace to be sure that others didn't have to go without. There's a special place in heaven for people as kind and gentle Toni. May she finally enjoy the pain free peace eternal life offers. Arrangements are private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Northeast Animal Shelter @ www.northeastanimalshelter.org