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Joseph Grassa Obituary

GRASSA, Joseph F. Of Everett, Oct. 9. Beloved husband of Roseanne E. (Spada). Dear and devoted father of Matthew J. Grassa, Michelle Kane and her husband, Joseph of Everett and Anthony Bernard and his wife, Cathy, of Brockton. Brother of Maria Colameta of Malden and Anthony Grassa of Wakefield. Nephew of Gertrude O'Brien of Everett. Loving grandfather of Gavin Kane and Taytum Bernard. Funeral from the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home, 65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) EVERETT, Tuesday morning at 9. Funeral Mass in the Immaculate Conception Church, Broadway, Everett, at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Visiting hours Monday 4-8 p.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Late Air Force Veteran of the Vietnam Era. Contributions in his memory to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St. Framingham MA 01701, would be sincerely appreciated. Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home Everett 617-387-3120

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 12, 2008.

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Julie & Chuck Gibson

October 25, 2008

Grassa Family:
We are so very sorry to hear about Joe's passing. We just heard about it today, and we couldn't believe it. Joe was our family barber. From first starting on Norwood Street to moving up on Broadway, we always loved going in to talk and see Joe, and catch up on stories of his children and grandchildren. Joe started cutting my son's hair since he was 3 years old, he is now 13. I still remember the pride Joe had in his own son Matthew. Matthew was the basis of every conversation. I only met Matthew once, but I feel like I knew him well, based on Joe's eagerness to share Matt's next accomplishment. I will also remember the passion Joe shared in saving a dollar. Joe's passion for coupon cutting was always commendable. He will surely be missed by our entire family.
May you all be blessed with his love and memories, and know that he was a wonderful, caring man.
All our love and sympathy.

Laurie Flagg

October 23, 2008

Dear Rose, Mattie & Michelle... I am so so sorry for your loss... I just heard. Joe has been on my mind for a week now and when I heard, I felt terrible. Please know two things you are all in my thoughts and prayers, and secondly my Matt and I will miss him and his basketball talk...God bless you all stay strong. And please if you need anything just give a call...your friend Laurie Flagg

kathy b

October 14, 2008

joe, i will miss you dearly, you were a good friend to all, and a devoted
father to matt, he touched all that knew him!! rest in peace ro & matt
your in my prayers <

MARLENA GUERRRIERO

October 13, 2008

TO ALL THE GRASSA FAMILY JOE SURELY WILL BE MISSED. HE WAS ALWAYS NICE TO ME AND SAL. IT WAS NICE WORKING NEXT TO HIM. JOE MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. LOVE MARLENA G AND SAL PACI.

Michele

October 13, 2008

Joe,
You will always be missed and we will never forget you. Make sure you watch over everyone, I know that Gavin and Tay are going to miss their Papa.

Matty, you know I always considered you a real cousin to me. Just know that I'm here for you if you ever need anything. You know that you have lots of people that care about you. Keep your head up kid, I love ya!

RIP Joe, gone but never forgotten. Love you always

Michele

October 12, 2008

Dear Matt: My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know that Dana will give you a lot of support so lean on him. I will visit when I return home. Love Mrs. D.

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