Robert P. Macaluso

Robert P. Macaluso obituary, North Reading, MA

Robert P. Macaluso

Robert Macaluso Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cota Funeral Home & Cremation Service on Oct. 18, 2022.
Robert P. Macaluso, beloved husband of Ruth (Haley) Macaluso, passed away on Sunday, October 16th, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Somerville, he was the son of the late Giuseppe and Josephine (Polito) Macaluso.
Devoted father of Lynn, Sue, Bobby, John Macaluso and Carole Matte. Beloved father-in-law of Patsy Macaluso and the late Dennis Matte. Loving Papa of Brett, Cody, and Haley Macaluso. Special brother-in-law to Marilyn Haley. Loving brother of the late Mary Sgro, Annette Griffin, Olga Fee, Edie Elder, Charlie and Joe Macaluso. He also leaves many loving nieces and nephews.
Bob grew up in Somerville and was a graduate of Somerville High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He married his beloved wife of 62 years, Ruth on November 19, 1960 and they settled in Reading and raised their five children. Bob worked hard his whole life. He put himself through night school while working full-time as an electronic technician for Raytheon, where he retired after 40 years of service. Bob enjoyed golfing and winters in Florida with his wife, Ruth. He loved all sports, animals, cooking and painting but most of all his greatest joy in life came from being with his family.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Church, 173 Albion St., Wakefield on Thursday, October 20th, 2022 at 10:00am. Burial will be held privately and there are no visiting hours.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Bob's Memory to the American Cancer Society, 3 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701 or at www.donate3.cancer.org
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Debbie Simon

October 19, 2022

Sue & Family,
My deepest condolences to you and your family in the loss of your beloved Father. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you.
May you be surrounded by his love and beautiful memories. Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs.
May your Dad rest in eternal peace.

Matt Lanefski

October 19, 2022

Sue and family,

Sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. You are being held in thoughts and prayers at this time. Hoping as time goes on you will find comfort in cherished memories.

Matt Lanefski

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