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Robert Gately Obituary

Norwell Robert E. Gately, age 66, of Norwell, died Sunday, June 1st at South Shore Hospital after a brief illness. Born in Boston, Mr. Gately was a 1959 graduate of Archbishop Williams High School. He was an X-Ray Technician at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston for twenty years and retired from there in 2004. He has lived in Norwell for the past 41 years. A devoted family man, Mr. Gately is survived by his beloved wife of over 44 years, Sheila (O'Leary) Gately. Loving father of Stephen Gately of Dighton, Mark Gately of Sharon and Michelle Dutcher of East Bridgewater. Brother of Margaret Gately of Texas. He is also survived by 4 grandchildren. Funeral from the SOUTH WEYMOUTH McDonald Funeral Home, at 809 Main Street, (Rt. 18, opposite So. Shore Hospital) on Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. Funeral Mass in St. Helen's Church, 383 Washington Street, (Route 53) Norwell at 10 o'clock. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours on Tuesday from 4 - 8 p.m. Interment will be private. Donations in Robert's memory may be made to the Charity of one's choice. mcdonald-funeralhomes.com

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Published by The Patriot Ledger from Jun. 2 to Jun. 3, 2008.

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kenneth Roberts,Sr

June 9, 2008

Sheila, So very sorry to here about Bob.Jean L. called me the other day and told me of your loss. Our prayers go out to you and your family. Kenny&Kelly Roberts Sr.

Ruth Garvey

June 8, 2008

Sheila and family, Jack and I were so sorry to hear about Bob. It has been a long time but we had lots of laughs. Take care of yourself. Love,Jack and Ruth Garvey

Brenda (Lovewell) Bushey

June 7, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Beverly Martinez

June 5, 2008

I am praying for your whole family.

Eddie Flood

June 5, 2008

Dear Sheila,
I am saddened to learn of Bob's passing. I will always remember his kind, mild manner. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the children.

JoAnn Cesario

June 5, 2008

Michelle and Family
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Red Hat Classy Chicks

June 4, 2008

Dear Peggy,
Your Red Hat sisters send our deep condolences on the loss of your brother. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Cherie Roberts

June 4, 2008

Sheila,Stephen,Michelle, & Mark,
I am so saddened to hear about Bob's passing. I have so many fond memories of you all and my heart goes out to you in your grief. You have my sincerest and heartfelt condolences. Love, Cherie

Jean Lively

June 4, 2008

Dear Sheila,Stephen,Michelle & Mark
We wish we could be there to comfort you and are so sorry for your great loss. We will always remember Bob for the good times we had,his quick whit,easy going manner and uncanny sense of humor. He will truly be missed. Our hearts go out to you.
Love Kaywood & Jean

Bill Harold

June 3, 2008

Dear Sheila, Steve, Mark, Michele and Peggy.

We were so sorry to hear about Bob. It seems like just yesterday we were telling him he cannot wear white socks with a tux on his wedding day....even new ones! We had a lot of laughs with Bob and he reciprocated with his great laugh. I remember when his laughing would annoy you Sheila and your "look" just made him laugh even louder. I'm sure there was lots of laughter in your house over the years that we missed out on being in San Diego.
We cannot get back in time but we will make plans to see you when we do.
With all our love,
Christine and Bill Harold

Bill Hannon

June 3, 2008

Sheila,

I was sorry to learn of your husband's passing. Please accept my condolences.

Gloria Flores

June 3, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Carol Tavares

June 3, 2008

Michelle and Family,

So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ann whittaker

June 3, 2008

Sheila and family,
I'm so sorry to learn of Bob's passing. He was a great guy!

My prayers are with you.

Sincerely, Ann Whittaker

Maureen (Farry) Dolan

June 3, 2008

We are thinking about you. Brantwood Road will not be the same.

Vickis Santos

June 3, 2008

Michelle, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.

Christine Kearns

June 2, 2008

My deepest sympathies for your loss. We will all miss Bob.

Pamela Morse

June 2, 2008

To Michelle and your family,
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.

Liz wilbur

June 2, 2008

Michelle and Family,

I was so very sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Just keep him in your heart and you will not have lost him.

Karen Bossart

June 2, 2008

My heartfelt sadness at your time of loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers, Michelle.

Virginia Negri

June 2, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Susan Moneypenny

June 2, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

June 2, 2008

Michelle and Peter, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Pat and Janet Hansbury

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