Amherst, MA – Jennie T. (Bobetsky) Perrini, aged 96, of Amherst and formerly of Bronx, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, surrounded by her devoted husband and family. Born in Conway, MA, on March 1, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Micheal and Olga (Chorlupos) Bobetsky.
Ms. Perrini attended Conway and Deerfield schools before embarking on an eight-year career as an office professional at a law firm. She met Dominick Perrini, with whom she shared a loving marriage beginning May 27, 1962, at St. Bennedict Church in the Bronx, where she was also deeply involved. Jennie pursued numerous interests throughout her life, including sewing, cooking, shopping, and spending time at the family farm in Ashfield.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Dominick Perrini of Amherst; her nephew, Richard Foster, and his wife, Maryanna of Deerfield, who served as caregivers; as well as several other nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her daughter, Donna Perrini; brothers, Steven and Theodore Bobetsky; and sisters, Ann Podlensky, Leana Iwaskowski, and Nellie Foster.
Entombment will take place on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at St. Raymond’s Cemetery, 2600 Lafayette Ave., Bronx, NY, at 12:45 PM.
Memorial contributions may be made in her honor to Beacon Hospice, 815 Worcester St., Springfield, MA 01151.
DROZDAL FUNERAL HOME OF NORTHAMPTON is honored to handle her funeral arrangements. For further details or to offer condolences to the family, please visit Drozdalfuneralhome.com.
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