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ROBERT LEE GRATTON II FEB 25, 1964 - JULY 18, 2008 Robert was born in Okla. City. A resident of Modesto since 1965 and of Los Angeles the past five years. Robert was a roofer by trade. He is survived by wife, Fernanda Gratton of Modesto; children, Saundra Perez of Manteca; Primo Gratton, Robert Gratton III, Michael Gratton, Martina Gratton all of Modesto; Elizabeth Franco of Turlock; Jovani Gratton, Bianca Gratton and Briana Gratton of Los Angeles; mother, Saundra Gratton of Modesto; brothers, Robby Gratton of La Grange, Rodney Gratton of Modesto; many nieces, nephews and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Lee Gratton I. Graveside Service: July 28, 2PM at Lakewood Memorial Park. Officiating: Captain Roy Wild. Family condolences may be made to: www.modbee.com/obituaries

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Published by Modesto Bee on Jul. 24, 2008.

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Sleepy de Whittier

January 13, 2025

Sorry for your loss, he was one of a kind and very inspirational. He will be missed.

Rodney Gratton

August 18, 2008

It aint fair, Bro! You are my hero. This is my last time bro- Im gonna make it- for you!

Love-Hugs-Prayers
Rodney

Rodney Gratton

August 17, 2008

It aint fair, Bro! You are my hero. This is my last time bro- Im gonna make it- for you!

Love-Hugs-Prayers
Rodney

bobby and his lil bro rodney

August 14, 2008

his mother

August 14, 2008

It's the only one I have. I'm glad I do.

August 3, 2008

sandra gratton

July 31, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

his lovely mother

July 31, 2008

the genes r so strong

July 31, 2008

dad,ama,apa

July 31, 2008

Judy Haack Sahm

July 29, 2008

Dear Saundra,
I remember you and your family with such fondness from when I was teaching at Robertson Road so many years ago. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May God ease your sorrow and give you peace.

Joe Bernal

July 27, 2008

We are very sorry for yours and our loss.. Have missed you for a long time.. Primos in life and death..J.Bernal

Lola

July 27, 2008

Our hearts go out to your family may God be with him and your family! God has him now living in peace!

Synthia & Preston (Pate) Wright

July 25, 2008

Sorry to hear about your loss. May the love of family and friends comfort you during your grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

elizabeth gratton

July 24, 2008

i love u dad and miss u very much i cant wait to c u again

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