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CARL FONTANA Obituary

FONTANA, Carl P. "Dar" Of Melrose, formerly of Somerville, on May 12, 2020, at age 70. Beloved husband of Karen Despirito. Son of the late Carl & Emelia (Castrini) Fontana. Loving father of Daniel L. Fontana of Stoneham & stepfather of Krista Maffei of Melrose. Dear brother of Nancy DiGiuseppe & her husband Eddie & Mark Fontana. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, & many good friends. Services will be private. A celebration of life for Carl will be held at a later date. To send a message of condolence, visit www.spadaforafuneral.com Spadafora Funeral Home 781-324-8680

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Published by Boston Globe from May 14 to May 17, 2020.

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Tina Roya

May 17, 2020

I'm so sorry for your loss Danny. So many laughs at Christmas Eve with Uncle Carl. My heart and prayers are with you and your family. Love you cuz!

Jonathan Dodge

May 17, 2020

To my friend Dan, Im very sorry for your loss. Your father Carl was very fun to be around growing up with you. From going to sporting events, family gatherings, BBQS and playing Incarnation Baseball it was always fun! Just remember one thing, even though hes not here on earth anymore, his spirit will always be with you where ever you go. My condolences go to Dan, his wife and StepDaughter, God Bless.

Carol Stima

May 15, 2020

So very sorry to learn of Carl's passing. Many great memories of working and socializing together "in the old days". Prayers for you to RIP and for your family, to get through this difficult time.

Ann marie Lyons

May 14, 2020

Many good memories of hideaway. Rip

Patty LaShoto

May 14, 2020

to my favorite and most important man on the planet, my son, Daniel.
I am so sorry for the loss of Dar for you. I know you loved him unconditionally, which is how it should be, even when things were tough. I am so proud of you and the man you have become. Know that I love you and am sad for you. I hope Dar can RIP now.
love you, Mummer

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