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Robert McGrath Obituary

McGRATH, Robert J. Of Reading, formerly of Medford, November 5. Beloved husband of Joan (Sweeney) McGrath. Devoted father of Janine McGrath of Stoneham and John R. McGrath of Wilmington. Dear brother of Paul J. McGrath of Saugus. Funeral from the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., MEDFORD, Saturday at 9 AM followed by a Funeral Mass celebrated in St. Joseph Church, 118 High St., Medford, at 10 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 PM. Services will conclude with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. For directions, obituary, and guestbook: dellorusso.net. Dello Russo Family Funeral Homes 781-396-9200 Medford-Woburn-Wilmington

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Published by Boston Globe on Nov. 6, 2008.

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Jim & Dawn White

November 6, 2008

John & Janine,

Jimmy and I are so very sorry to hear about your dad, all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.

With deapest sympathy...Love Jimmy & Dawn

Ginny Poeschl

November 6, 2008

Dear 'Auntie' Joan, Janine and John,

I was so sorry to hear of Bob's passing - what a shock. You've been in my life for so many years, you're like part of my family and if there is anything I could possibly do to help ease your pain, just let me know.

With Love and Sympathy,

Alva Erickson

November 6, 2008

Dear Joan and Family: We were so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Whenever we met Bob (usually in the Stop & Shop) we could count on a good conversation. The three of us were going to solve the world's problems! We hope the memories you have shared will help you through this difficult time.
John "Jake" Keating and Alva Erickson
Medford Police Department

The Bonaccorsi Family

November 6, 2008

Dear Joan & Family
We were sad to hear of Bobbys passing. We have known Bobby for many years living on summer street.
We have many memories of him. He was a kind hearted man. He will always be in our prayers. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time.

Carole Scrima

November 6, 2008

hello Janine and Family,
John and I were so sorry to hear about your Dad.
If theres anything we can do please let us know. Love Carole and John
Scrima

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