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Frank Palazzo Obituary

Of Revere, July 8. Beloved husband of Frieda (Torre) Palazzo with whom he shared 20 years of marriage. Loving father of Doug Palazzo and his wife Joan of Bedford, Lisa Ward and her husband Andrew and Kristina Palazzo. Also father to Frieda's children Ronda Spitzer and her husband Stuart of Lynnfield, Gail Kaplan and her husband John of Stoughton, Marlene Arsenault and her husband Dennis and Denise Balchunas and her husband Joseph all of Revere. Dear brother of Fred Palazzo of Woburn and the late Angelo Palazzo. Cherished grandfather of Anthony and Julia Palazzo, Andrew and Joseph Ward, Andrea Merkowitz and Alissa Landau, Dan Garber and Amy Garber, Andrew Kaplan, Erica and Dennis Arsenault and Andrew Balchunas and great grandchildren Gabe and Mike Landau and Halle and Ari Merkowitz. Devoted uncle to many nieces and nephews. Funeral from Vazza's "Beechwood" Funeral Home, 262 Beach Street, REVERE, Friday morning at 9 AM. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Washington Ave., Revere at 10 o'clock. Family and friends may visit Thursday 4 to 8 PM. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Late butcher McKinnon's Market, Everett. Late US Army Veteran. Remembrances may be made in Gus' name to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 9 Erie Drive, Natick, MA 01760. For directions and guest book www.vazzafunerals.com Vazza Funeral Home East Boston & Revere 1-800-252-1127

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Published by Boston Globe on Jul. 9, 2008.

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Ronda Spitzer

July 3, 2025

The kindest step dad and "Pa" ever. Never said an unkind word and was there for his 4 stepchildren. We miss Pa so much.
Love you, Ronda & Stu

Ronda Franklin Spitzer

July 3, 2023

Will always remember "Pa" with love. Miss you Gus. You were a wonderful man.

Ronda & Stuart

Ronda Franklin Spitzer

July 3, 2021

We miss you every day, Gus. The family is a lot sadder without you at our life cycle events. You loved us all so dearly. Rest In Peace and know you are remembered and loved.

paul finn

September 2, 2008

sorry i was ouy of town during services please know how special a man gus was and how often we talked of doug and his times at mhs.

Pat and Karen Gillespie

July 25, 2008

Gus, we'll miss you...you taught me how to cut meat over 40 yrs ago...McKinnon's, Foodmaster, and Heartland Supermarkets.... Gus, you were a true gentleman and a good friend. May God bless your family, friends and loved ones....Always....

Marie Curcio Gallo

July 21, 2008

Dear Freida, Denise, Joe & Andrew
I am so sorry to hear about Gus. He was a wonderful person. I will always remember his smile. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. He will be missed.

Laurie (Ellard) Alley

July 12, 2008

Dear Freida, I just found out about Gus. My heart goes out to you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers. Gus was so sweet. I will always remember his smile and his stories. I feel blessed to have known him and will remember him (and you) whenever I hear an Italian love song.

Demi Decelles

July 10, 2008

Frieda, Gus will be missed. He was such a kind and caring man. Please know that we love you and are thinking of you during this difficult time. Jenny & Chris, Demi & Wayne, & Gary.

Alissa Landau

July 10, 2008

Nana,
Losing Gus has hit us hard - we loved him so much. I don't think I will ever meet anyone nicer that Gus. Our hearts are with you and we are here for you.
We love you,
Alissa, Seth, Gabe and Mike

Jack, Lillian and Family Boyle

July 10, 2008

To the family of Gus Palazzo, The Boyle family sends our sincere condolences for the loss of our dear friend.  Jack, Lillian, Lenora, John, Lillian, Thomas, Matthew, & Lorraine feel truely blessed by God to have had such a long and true friendship with such a unique and special man.  We are richer people for having known and loved Gussy. Our memories will be recalled fondly and frequently, especially those from McKinnon's Market in Everett Square.  You are all in our prayers and God bless you.

Howard Garber

July 9, 2008

Not only was Gus part of my family, but I always considered him a close friend. He will be missed as both and I will always be grateful that I was blessed with his friendship.

Ronda & Stuart Spitzer

July 9, 2008

Dear Mom,
We are all so devasted at having lost our 'dad.' We will all bond together and keep his memory alive. We all loved him so. He was special to all of us in his own sweet way.

Donna & Bob Iovino

July 9, 2008

Dear Doug, Joan and Family: Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this very difficult time.

Debbie Palazzo / Porter

July 9, 2008

My dear sweet Aunt Freida. I will sure miss my Uncle Frankie with his frequent calls,caring support and visits to Maine. He has kept the Palazzo family together and I will always be greatful. He was the sweetest person that I have ever known..your loving niece, Debbie.

Stephen & Elaine Fielding

July 9, 2008

To Frieda & family:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Gus always had a warm smile and gentle disposition. He was truly a wonderful man. Elaine and I as well as all the Holy Name Society members are sure to remember fondly the times spent with Gus - cooking for the spaghetti dinners, working the annual feast, and having great times at dinner dances and special events at St. Mary's.

Andie Merkowitz

July 9, 2008

Oh Nana -
Our whole family is heartbroken. Gus was such a wonderful man, and I already miss him. I know one day we'll be able to look back and enjoy our memories, but right now it's so hard. I hope you know we're all here for you, and we love you.
Love - Andie, Rich, Halle and Ari

Laura and Joey Zampell

July 9, 2008

Doug, Joan, Anthony, Julia,

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Dave, Sue, David & Alyssa Gardner

July 9, 2008

Doug, Joan, Anthony & Julia

We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Angie Armstrong (Wilks)

July 9, 2008

Aunty Freida,
We will miss Uncle Gus and also Thankful for the memories we carry with us.
I love you.
Angie

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