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Edward Gada Obituary
He was born on Jan. 18, 1947, in New London, the son of Margaret T. (Ruffini) Gada and Mario J. Gada, both deceased.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Phyllis Mary (Doe) Gada; daughters, Maureen Gada of East Lyme, Jennifer G. Booth and husband, Eric J. Booth, of Old Lyme, Susan Gada Lammer and husband, Joshua L. Lammer, of Okinawa, Japan, and Sarah Gada of New Bedford, Mass. He is survived by two grandchildren and two on the way. He is also survived by his brother, Dennis Gada and wife, Joanne, of Stoughton, Mass.; his sister, Peggy Gada Stewart and husband, Robert, of Lunenberg, Mass.; and several nieces and nephews.
Dr. Gada was a 1965 graduate of Canton High School in Canton, Mass. He graduated from the charter class of the University of Massachusetts, Boston, and graduated in three and a half years from the University of Pennsylvania Dental School. He opened his dental practice on Pennsylvania Avenue in Niantic in 1974, at the age of 27, and retired at 52. Ed and Phyllis opened Main Street Antiques in 1997, which remained open until he became unable to work in 2011. He was a proud owner of a 1957 Thunderbird and loved traveling with his wife, Phyllis. He was an avid skier and a dedicated Red Sox fan. He loved his wife, children, and grandchildren dearly and was loved even more by all of them.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 16, 2013, at St. Agnes Church, Haigh St., Niantic. Interment in Union Cemetery will be at a later date. The family will receive relatives and friends from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday at the Thomas L. Neilan & Sons East Lyme Funeral Home, 48 Grand St., Niantic. www.neilanfuneralhome.com
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association in his name.
http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/dredwardgada/inlovingmemoryofdredwardpgada
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Arthur Mabbett
August 10, 2014
We are so sorry to learn of Ed's passing. Ed and I (Art) were classmates at the University of Massachusetts Boston. He was a fine man and human. He will be missed by many. God bless you all and we extend our deepest sympathy to the entire family.
Love,
Arthur & Beverly Mabbett
Medford, MA
Donna Betty
October 7, 2013
I am sending my deepest and heartfelt sympathies, and prayers to the family of Dr Gada. I was heartbroken to learn of his passing and his battle with Lewy Body Dementia. I was a patient of Dr. Gada's for over 20 years. He was a wonderful person and extraordinary dentist. He spoke often of his family with great love. I felt that he was a friend as well as my dentist. I was lucky to have known him for so many years, and again to his family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. There really never do seem to be words to express how you feel at these times. RIP Dr. Gada.
Ed & Linda Bosse
August 28, 2013
Dear Phyllis and family I am so saddened to hear of Ed's passing. I don't know how I missed his obituary and just heard today. So many lunches we had together in the Friendlies in Naintic where I was the manager. He was devoted to family and loved Dentistry I remember well the magazine cover he had on his office wall with his ski cap and ski's a happy time in his life for sure. I will miss seeing him around town at various events.Please know you are in our prayers and thoughts.
The Baker
August 26, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to your family ..The 57 T-Bird was sold to Dr Gada by my dad. I remember how proud it made my dad feel to see him driving in town with that car..My parents had great fun and fond memories with that car...we too lost my Dad at the age of 66...maybe they will share their stories in the "57 T-Bird"...Fondly, The Baker Family
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Beverly & John Bauer
August 25, 2013
Words cannot adequately express our sadness for your loss. We continue to remember the Gada family in our thoughts and prayers as we have since we learned of Ed's illness. Ed's passing is not only a loss for his family but for our community as well.
Sincerely,
Kathleen Pennell
August 18, 2013
A wonderful man, husband, dad and grandfather. An honor to know. a tragic loss of life, a tough battle supported by such a wonderful wife, Phyllis who we love dearly.
Eric the Blacksmith and Wife
August 18, 2013
Phyllis and Daughters:
Deepest condolences; Ed was a consummate family man and community member. He was active in his church, and set the bar as to how to live a purposeful life.
Ed will be missed.
Always hold close the love and the memories you shared with him.
Faith Davison
August 17, 2013
I was so sad to hear of Dr. Gada's demise. He was an excellent person and a good dentist, too. He was my dentist until he retired to pursue his avocation. I will think of him up there enjoying the new snow of the ski season. The world is a poorer place without him.
Billy Secl
August 16, 2013
So Sorry To Here Of your Lose,,Ed (My dentist) Was A Great Guy,,Always made Me Laugh,,And Gave Me A New Smile To Be Proud Of,, Thanks Dr. Gada
Stephen & Susan Besade
August 16, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Debra &Michael Porretta
August 16, 2013
Dear Phyllis and the entire Gada family we are so very sorry for your loss ED was one of the nicest people one could know he was a friend a good father, and well loved in the community he will be sadly missed and we shall keep ED in are prayers and thoughts once again are love to your family at this very trying time,
Derrie Proctor
August 16, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rosanna Carabelas
August 15, 2013
Phyllis and family, I am saddened at your loss. I served for 8 years with Ed on the Zoning Commission and, of course, knew through association at St. Agnes. He was a kind and gentle soul and now is at home with his creator.
Sarah Curtis
August 15, 2013
Uncle Eddy,
Our family suffered a big loss loosing you. You are loved, You are missed & you will always be remembered.
Bonnie Wainwright (Standley)
August 15, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Gada. I have very fond memories of him and his loving family. Thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
George Franco
August 15, 2013
My condolences to Ed,s family, especially brother Dennis. Ed and Dennis both worked for me at Blue Hill CC back in the 60's caring for golf carts. I have fond memories.
Shawna Zito-Hannan (formerly Bailey)
August 15, 2013
So sorry for your loss Dr Gada was always a joy he made any proceedure that was required less daunting. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Sandy Way-Payne
August 14, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Gada family. Always a friend to his patients and staff. I fondly remember all my visits and growing up in his office. His exuberant love for the girls, Phyllis and antiques! God Bless!
Marjorie Bachand
August 14, 2013
To Phylis and family I am so sorry for your loss. Wow so hard to believe that bright smile is gone. I have so many fond memories of cruising with you both.....see you on Friday in church.......kisses......Marge Bachand
Wynn Boutin
August 14, 2013
I enjoyed working for a being a patient of Dr. G's for many years he was a great person.
Lin Russ Barnard
August 14, 2013
So sorry to hear this.
August 14, 2013
So sorry to hear about Ed, he was a wonderful man and I know he will be greatly missed. Our sincere sympathy.
Joe and Louise Kuryan T-Bird members
david hall
August 14, 2013
Ed was my best friend.I will really miss him. My heart goes out to his family im sorry for there loss they were all just like family to me and my son .rest in peace ed
Heidi Larson-Cleveland
August 14, 2013
Phyllis, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you.
Carrie (LaGrone) Adams
August 14, 2013
I remember Ed Gada as a wonderful sweet guy!!! His illness makes me sick and hurts my heart! I would wish this on no-one! Love and blessings to Phyllis and family
Gary Anhalt
August 14, 2013
hi.im very sorry.i grew up,and my family knew him well.he always loved my dad.my dad used to work at friendlys in niantic.i also,when in was like 12-13 used to help work in his yard.and delivered newspapers to him at his office..finaly,he used to see me working at the shack restaurants..my warm regards.sincerely,Gary
August 14, 2013
Dear Phyllis and girls, We are so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. It has been a while since we were in touch but he is etched in our hearts along with memories of what a wonderful family you made. We send our deepest love and respect. The Sheltons
Linda Dore D'Attanasio
August 14, 2013
My condolences to Eddie's family.....many good memories from high school.....class of 1965.....he will be missed..
Antonio Suarez
August 14, 2013
I am saddened to know that Ed had lost this battle. He & I had spent many times in friendly conversation that will always be remembered. My heart goes out to his family. May he rest soundly..
Jann Perkins
August 14, 2013
I had the good fortune to see Dr. Gada and his family, three different times while bringing our massage therapy students to the common room for practice. I was able to see that sparkle in his eye again. The last trip out, just about two weeks ago, I went looking for him and found his room, he seemed so bright and attentive and happy to have two of his girls and their little ones with him. It was a very happy time for all of them. I asked him if he remembered me, he gave me a huge smile, and said yes, so I asked him if he remembered my name, his reply was so enthusiastic, he said....what ever you would like it to be! So grateful to have been able to visit, even for those brief minutes. He will be missed.
August 14, 2013
He always told me what great "Choppers: I had, So sorry to learn of his passing.
theresa prokop
August 14, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Gada was our family dentist and became our friend. He was such a kind and loving man. He will never be forgotten. Warmest regards and heartfelt sorrow ,Theresa Prokop and family
Jody Tackling-Brown
August 14, 2013
Dr. Gada was my dentist for many years and then he took care of my children. He was responsible for my medical career which started with Dr Casper Burke whom I worked for 5 years. I then went on to get my education in nursing and become a Hospice nurse. This all started with Dr. Gada who made all this possible.
Ed,Paula,Bryon & Sarah Beckwith
August 14, 2013
Phyliss & family....
Sorry for your loss, Ed was a wonderful and charming man..our deepest sympathy to you all..
Paul & Maureen(McNeil) D'Attanasio
August 14, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers to Phyllis and family
Dale and Joan Dalton/Feid
August 14, 2013
Our thoughts are with the family. We knew Eddie at CHS. We are sad for your loss.
Caryn Thomas McLean
August 14, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with Ed and family. I fondly remember the good times we had at CHS and Back Bay train station.
August 14, 2013
I didn't know Eddie that well, but I always remember that he had a big welcoming smile. I am deeply saddened by his passing and send my sympathy to his wife and his family. It was great to see him 3 years ago at our reunion.
Susan (Cleveland) Clark
Mary, John, Kim Naehring
August 14, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the Gada family. Doc was a very kind man, gentle and caring. Even after we moved to Maine, we still travelled down to Niantic for our dental care. May he rest in peace and may all the happy memories of good times comfort his family. Godspeed Dr. Gada!
David Deckler
August 14, 2013
Dear Phyllis And the entire Gada family,Iam very sorry to hear of your loss,but its a blessing!Ed was not only my Dentist but a good friend, we had loads of laughs and will remember all the chats we had, ed was a great human being,I will miss him, may he rest in peace!
The Glock Family
August 14, 2013
The Glock Family and all of our children wish to send our condolences. He was a wonderful dentist to us all and most of all ... A wonderful man. Such a sad loss for your family and all of us.
Our deepest sympathy to you all.
Kelly Ignasiak
August 14, 2013
Phyllis and family, my heart is heavy for you. So sorry to hear of Ed's passing.
August 14, 2013
Hello Gada family: My deepest sincerity to your family about Dr. Gada's passing. He was a true gentleman and great dentist. I worked for Dr. Gada in the 1990's and I loved going to work every day. What a pleasure it is to have known him. Again, so sorry. Paula Romano Barile
to live in hearts we leave behind
Gina Carbone (BrideBrook Family)
August 14, 2013
Phyllis and Family,
Thomas Campbell wrote, 'To live in hearts we leave behind Is not to die'
The immense love and devotion in your family is a testament to the wonderful life you created with 'Doc' and a beautiful legacy to live.
In my thoughts and prayers...
Maria and Philip Iannucci
August 14, 2013
“The bond that links your true family is not one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other's life.” -Richard Bach
Peter Wilhelmsen
August 14, 2013
To Phyllis and family: You have my deepest sympathy in this time of loss.
God Bless.
Shirley Yeomans Peterson
August 14, 2013
Eddie and I had a lot of laughs at CHS. He will be missed by friends, family and his patients. My sympathy goes out to his family.
August 14, 2013
Rest in Peace Dr. Gada. You were a great dentist.
Regards,
A Former Patient
Velma Coffey
August 14, 2013
Eddie was always a lot of fun. A nice guy. Great memories of a party at his house just after we graduated ! Lots of laughs. My heartfelt sympathy to his wife and family. You will be missed.
Canton High School Class 0f 1965 45th Reunion-Eddie and his wife
Kathleen Branagan Clark
August 14, 2013
Eddie Gada was a man of grace and poise, who brought peace and love to our world. Rest in Peace.
Kathleen Clark
August 13, 2013
I remember Eddie's white, toothy smile and gorgeous , thick, wavy curls when I saw him at Canton High School and UMass Boston. We teenaged girls called Eddie a "hunk." When we tried to get him to skip class at UMB to play "Hearts" with us, he respectfully declined and ran to his classes and labs! He was a classy, handsome, industrious friend and I'll miss him at our 50th class reunion. I am sad for his family's loss. Love, Kathleen Branagan Clark
John Zaniboni
August 13, 2013
My thoughts are with all of Ed's family
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