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Carl Grata Obituary
CARL GRATA Carl Grata, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away Jan. 27, 2011 in Sanford, Fla. He was born May, 7, 1943, in Vinco, Pa. Carl served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War and was employed in the construction industry. He was a longtime Las Vegas and Mesquite resident before moving to Florida in 2008. Carl always had a ready smile, a helping hand and a quick sense of humor for all. His priorities were always his marriage and his family. He was an avid outdoorsman with a passion for deep-sea fishing, hunting and remote-controlled airplanes. Carl is survived by his wife, of 46 years, Donna; brothers, Andrew of Mineral Point, Pa., and Don of Center Cross, Va.; children, Lynn Edwards of San Diego, Jim Portwood of Rockford, Ill., Patti Alires of Twin Falls, Idaho, Lori Grata of Endicott, N.Y., Chris Grata of Twin Falls, and Stacey Grata of Heathrow, Fla.; more than 20 grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 4, at Oaklawn Chapel, Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Home, 5000 County Road 46A, Sanford, FL 32771, (407) 322-4263.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Gail Aldrich
February 4, 2011
Dear Donna and Stacey, I am so sorry for your loss. He did have a wonderful smile. He loved walking around I enjoyed talking and knowing you and your family. I will talk to you all soon.
Debbie Millett
February 3, 2011
Dear Donna, please know that Malcolm and I are so deeply sorry for your loss. We reminisce often about the fun we had with you and Marlene at Fitzgeralds. I'm sure Carl got an earful about your wrangling the Miller Girls!
Calvin Lemon
February 1, 2011
To the Grata Family-May the best be with you and yours at this time.This man touched me as only one other at the time, as a Father figure.His talents and Patience were beyond comparision.He taught me skills in work and life that i will-and never have forgotten.He will be truley be missed by family and freinds in need of leadership,and love.
Ferne Russell
February 1, 2011
Even though I haven't seen Carl for a long time, I will always remember the times our families have spent together at holidays and special occasions. He was a very special person, very loving, and will be missed very much. My condolences to the whole family.
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February 1, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of sadness. It fills my heart to know that the people he loved so have been at his side during this very difficult time.
In the 47 years that I have known Carl, I can't recall anything but a positive attitude, joy, and love for his dear wife and friend, Donna, and all of his children.
Love,
Patty Gumfory
KIM ROMAN
February 1, 2011
CARL was a true,honest,whole-hearted man..HE touched many lives in his time here on earth.HE was the type of man that would give you the shirt off his back! I AM very greatful to have been so lucky to be a part of his life and i'm going to MISS HIM DEARLY....I LOVE YOU CARL
Beverly Funderburk
February 1, 2011
Carl was a wonderful man, and was always regarded as my second dad growing up in Las Vegas. I thank god that I got to spend some time with this man. I will miss you terribly. Love, Beverly Funderburk
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