John P. Brait

John P. Brait

John Brait Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 9 to Jan. 16, 2015.
John Paul Brait, age 69, of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, formerly of Dedham, MA, died December 1, 2014, after a long illness. Beloved husband of Geraldine Brait (Gerri) for 51 years. Loving father of Jeffrey Brait of West Roxbury and the late John Brait and Richard (Ricky) Brait. Grandfather of Stephanie Brait of CA. Brother of Joseph Brait of FL, Robert Brait (Audrey) of West Roxbury, Jean Larkin (James) of FL, Ann Marie Brait of Needham, and Lucy Cody of Scituate. For many years, John was a member of The Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts. He was loved by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He will be missed every day. Funeral from the William J. Gormley Funeral Home 2055 Centre St. West Roxbury, Wednesday, January 21st at 12:00pm followed by a Funeral Mass in St. John Chrysostom Church, 4750 Washington St. West Roxbury, at 1:00pm. Visiting hours Tuesday, 4-8pm. Relatives and friends invited. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association in John's name. For directions and guest book visit online at www.gormleyfuneral.com WILLIAM J. GORMLEY FUNERAL SERVICE 617-323-8600

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January 22, 2015

Jon Crawford posted to the memorial.

January 20, 2015

Jeff Brait posted to the memorial.

January 17, 2015

GINA PAGNOTTA posted to the memorial.

Jon Crawford

January 22, 2015

Great guy...very giving, always a smile and fun to be around. Sorry to hear the news.

Jeff Brait

January 20, 2015

To my Dad- my mentor - my friend and confidant and golfing buddy I was truly blessed to have you so dear and so close. Until we meet again. Loved you always

GINA PAGNOTTA

January 17, 2015

SO very sorry about the loss of cousin Johnny ..A couple of memories of him are when he took cousin Laura and Gerri and I to the largest flea market in Florida and waiting in the car for 3 hours as we shopped! What a guy!!. Then entertaining us all singing at a restaurant where everyone lit a light for him as he sang. great memories. DEEPEST SYMPATHIES,COUSIN GINA P.

January 15, 2015

Dear Gerri And Family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss, John was a wonderful man. Keeping you in our prayers.

Love, The Wood Family

January 14, 2015

We were very sorry to hear of your loss.
Lenny & Mary Ellen

Frank & Kaye Woodward

January 13, 2015

Sorry to hear of John's passing. May he now remain for eternity in the light and love of God.

January 12, 2015

My sincere condolences to the family during this time of grief. Isaiah 33: 24

American Heart Association

January 9, 2015

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

January 8, 2015

So very sorry for your loss.
Sheila Dietel

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2055 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132

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