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Robert Gatta Obituary

In Revere, Oct. 13, at 77 years, unexpectedly. Beloved husband of Sophie (Russell). Devoted father of Kathleen M. Bruno & husband Michael C. of Saugus, Robert J. Gatta & his fiance, Joanne of Everett & the late Elaine M. Wilton. Dear father in law of Michael J. Wilton of Revere. Cherished grandfather of Ashley N., Courtney L. & Tyler M. Wilton, Kristen M. & Amanda N. Gatta all of Revere, Stacey A. & Christopher M. Bruno, both of Saugus. Brother of the late Richard Gatta. Also lovingly survived by several nieces & nephews. Family & friends are invited to attend the funeral from the Vertuccio Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway, (Rte 107) REVERE on Wednesday Oct. 17 at 10 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere at 11 a.m. Visiting hours are Tuesday only 5-9 p.m. Parking available in the lot left of the funeral home. Late Marine Veteran of the Korean Conflict. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the American Heart Assoc., 20 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701-4688.

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 15 to Oct. 16, 2007.

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Judy DiRusso

October 16, 2007

Bobby and Joanne and family we wish to send our deepest sympathy on your loss and please know that you will all forever have an angel over you. All our love Anthony,Judy,Tylor,Ashley DiRusso

Billy Bell

October 16, 2007

My sympathy and prayers go out to Bob's wife and all the rest of his family.His passing away was too soon but I amsure that he is at peace now.

Mike Casey

October 16, 2007

Mr. Gatta,
Sir, I didn't know you but as a fellow Marine I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USMC in Korea. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!
Mike Casey USMC '85-'89

scott and rose jordan

October 15, 2007

Bobby and Joanne and all of the gatta family May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Melissa Randall

October 15, 2007

Courtney, Tyler and Ashley,
I am so sorry to hear about your grandfather. I am thinking of all of you. Love you guys!

Chaplain Art Enos Dept. of Ma. Marine Corp League

October 15, 2007

Semper Fi Marine Gatta.
The Dept. of Ma. Marine Corp League thanks you for your service to God, our Country, and to our beloved Corp.
To Robert's family we send our sympathies and our prayers on your loss and the loss of our Brother.
Robert is now with our Supreme Commandant and will forever watch over you. May God bless you and stay with you as you struggle to go forward without Robert at your side but within your hearts.
Semper Fidelis

Phyllis Moore (Bradlees,Chelsea)

October 15, 2007

My condolences to you and your Family Sophie. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

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