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Gustave LaStaiti Obituary
He was the husband of the late Elsa (Scotti) LaStaiti.
Born in Messina, Sicily, Italy, he was raised in Quincy and lived in the Greater New Bedford area most of his life. Early in his career he was the largest operator of hairdressing academies and beauty salons in New England. In 1968, he procured the first bank charter in the City of New Bedford in over 100 years. Gus served as President of the Board and C.E.O. of Southeastern Bank & Trust where his innovative approach to banking made it one of the fastest growing banks in New England, and in 1980, the bank became affiliated with the First National Bank of Boston. Survivors include his daughter, Sandra S. Sylvia and her husband Edward W. of Mattapoisett; 7 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren.
He was the father of the late Ronald LaStaiti. His Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday at 9 AM in St. Anthony's Church, Mattapoisett. Visiting hours are omitted. Arrangements are with the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home For Funerals, 50 County Rd. (Rt. 6) Mattapoisett. For full obituary and on-line guestbook, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.
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for Gustave LaStaiti
Bob Santos
August 1, 2024
I recall when I worked for Gus at the bank. I wasn´t aware that my aunt used to babysit for Duncan. Gus knew my aunt quite well.
Sandra & Henry Balestracci
August 9, 2008
Gus was one of a kind.... so generous with his time and money. We spent many wonderful years in his company. We will miss him. God be with him.
James LUbhy
August 9, 2008
I worked at CCNB when in High School. Upon my graduation Mr. LaStaiti generously wrote a letter of recommendation for me. It got me my first job. He was a very generous man. I was very saddened to read of his death. My condolences to his family.
Stephanie Garcia
August 9, 2008
I would like to express my sincere condolences to the family for their loss, and congratulate Mr Lastaiti on his phenomenal life. In his 98 years he left his mark on his family, friends and community.
Lynn (Dalton-) Huntoon
August 7, 2008
I too had the pleasure of working for Gustave at Southeastern Bank & Trust Company for many, many years. Starting my banking career in 1978 at 18 years of age, I know I would not be where I am professionally if it were not for both Gus and Ron.
May memories bring you comfort.
Lynn (Dalton-) Huntoon
Director of Training & Development
Brookline Bank
Brookline, Ma.
August 7, 2008
Robert Santos
August 7, 2008
I had the pleasure of working for Gus
at Southeastern Bank & Trust for about 10 years. Those were very happy years for me and quite a learning experience. Gus was kind and a gentle person who cared about
people. He taught me a lot of things
about the business world which I use
today. May you find the peace you
have always seeked and be reunited
with your son and wife.
Jackie & Charlie Nunes
August 7, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
ZELDA AVILLA
August 7, 2008
My deepest sympathy to all the LaStaiti family. Gus was a great man and neighbor. He will always be remembered for his great love for life, family and friends. He will be missed.
Robert B & Bernice tOMASSO
August 7, 2008
To the family of Gustave LaStaiti our condolences. Your father gave us our first jobs when we graduated from hairdressing school. It was at Perless in Pawtucket. He was a wonderful man.
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