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Robert Roddy Obituary

Of Melrose, formerly of Medford, Nov. 4, 2007. Beloved husband and best friend of Loretta A. (Lucas) Roddy. Loving father of Robert J. Griffin & his wife Denise of Burlington, Daniel M. Griffin & his wife Pamela of NH and Tammy L. Griffin of Melrose. Cherished grandfather of Robby, Julia, Ashley and Matthew. Caring brother of Thomas Roddy & his wife Kathy of NH, Patricia Guilfoyle & her husband Frank of MI and Mary Kremples & her husband David of NH. Brother in law of Keith Higgins of Melrose. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and grandnieces & grandnephews. Funeral from the Gately Funeral Home 79 W. Foster St., MELROSE on Friday Nov. 9th at 8AM. Funeral Mass in St. Mary's Church, Herbert St., Melrose at 9AM. Relatives & friends invited. Visiting hours on Thursday from 4-8PM. Burial in Wyoming Cemetery, Melrose. Contributions may be made in Bob's memory to Hallmark Health Hospice, 100 Hospital Rd., Malden, MA 02148. For directions, obituary & to sign guest book visit www.gatelyfh.com Gately Funeral Home 781-665-1949

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Published by Boston Globe on Nov. 6, 2007.

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Santa Donnarumma

November 12, 2007

Dear Loretta and family. So sorry to hear of the loss of your dear husband. My prayers are with you.
Sincerely Santa Donnarumma, Malden. Ma.

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