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2015
Robert Gula Obituary
AGE: 73 •
Robert A. Gula, 73, loving husband, father, and grandfather, peacefully passed away surrounded by loved ones on December 10, 2015. Bob was born on July 13, 1942 in Dover, NJ. He was the son of Anthony and Luella (nee Beach) Gula. Bob graduated from Delbarton School, Morristown, NJ and St. Anselm College, Manchester, NH. He was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Church, Dover, NJ and a member of the Knights of Columbus. Bob was happily married to Wallette Broda for 51 years. For over 45 years, seven days a week, he proudly ran the family owned business, Walt's Hardware, in Kenvil, NJ. Bob was an American Civil War buff and loved history. He and his wife enjoyed traveling all over the world including Europe, Asia, and throughout the United States. Bob was an avid reader of the New York Times, enjoyed completing crossword puzzles, and was an expert cribbage player.
He is survived by his loving wife, Wallette Gula. He is also survived by his mother, Luella Gula of Dover, NJ, sons; Bob Gula and wife Shelley of Short Hills, NJ, and Roger Gula and wife Cami Okubo of San Francisco, CA. He was the cherished grandfather of six grandchildren; Christopher, Matthew, Melissa, Peter, Kathryn, and Raiden Gula.
A Memorial Gathering will be held on Monday, December 21, 2015 from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Meadow Wood Manor, 461 NJ-10, Randolph, NJ 07869. Words of Remembrance will begin at 5:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be directed to Boys Town National Headquarters, 200 Flanagan Boulevard, PO Box 8000, Boys Town, NE 68010. For further information, or to send the family a condolence, please visit www.bradleyfuneralhomes.com.
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Tonie Bartek Fry
December 25, 2015
Me and my dogs roofas and remie miss you very very much. You were very good to us and I know that you loved my dogs. You always giving them treats and always asking me were is ma-ma and roofas. You are a kind and gentle soul. I miss you and I miss seeing you every morning. You were a very sweet person and I believe that you are an angel. I know that you are an angel. My father would always tell me that you were a great man and a hard worker and a helper to all who would come walking into your path. You were also a great neighbor. My heart is sad. Thank you for being there for me, roofas, remie and my dad. We will see you again and we will never forget you. It was an honor to be on earth with you. Words could not express all the goodness and kindness that you have given to me and my family. Rest in Peace my angle friend Bob (Walt).
Vivian Ramos
December 18, 2015
Wallette and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Robert was a wonderful person. In the 24 years I've been their tenant he was always kind and fair. He will be missed dearly!
Wallette as always you will be in my prayers and just a phone call away. God Bless.
December 17, 2015
So sorry you have lost your husband, Wallette. You certainly had a long and happy marriage. I am glad I was able to meet Bob at the reunions. Sincerely, Mary K. Naegle
December 16, 2015
Wallette,
As I said in the phone message I left a short time ago, I was shocked and saddened to hear of Bob's passing. You must be overwhelmed and your whole family must be devastated. My family's thoughts are with you. Marge Cushing
Betty Berry
December 14, 2015
Wallette,
It saddens me to hear of Robert's passing. He will be greatly missed. Heartfelt sympathies to you and your family.
Diane Dellicker
December 13, 2015
Wallette, I was so sorry to read about your loss. Whenever I pass the old store, I think of you & Bob. The days we spent together were good days...though a long time ago.
You & your family will be in my thoughts and prayers, and I hope good memories will get you through the sad days ahead.
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