Robert A. Pepple

Funeral Services and Entombment were held at Holy Cross Community Mausoleum for Robert A." Bob" Pepple, who died at the Kaplan Family Hospice in Danvers on Friday, August 15th following a year and half battle with Gastric Cancer. He was 79 years old.

Robert was born in Boston on September 25, 1945, to his late mother, Anna (LaPorta) Pepple. He was one of three sons raised and educated in East Boston. Robert married his wife Josephine (Lunetta) on January 28, 1968. The couple resided in East Boston, then later relocated to Revere. They had a daughter and son. Bob was a loving and caring husband and father. He was devoted to his family which carried through to his grandchildren. Bob began his working career at the Gillette Corporation, then working as an auditor for Stop and Shop. He then took a position with The Union Transport International (UTI), as an accounting supervisor. His career spanned there for 35 years before retiring. Bob and his wife, Josephine, eventually moved to Saugus, where they have resided for the past 9 years. Bob enjoyed his monthly trips to the casino. He was also an avid shopper, for anything and would always try to find the best buys. He was a man that was humble and enjoyed the simple things in life. His favorite place was being with his family.

He is the beloved husband of 57 years to Josephine (Lunetta) Pepple of Saugus. The loving father of Lisa M. McDonald and husband Henry of Danvers and Robert D. Pepple and wife Linda of Saugus. The cherished papa of David L. Pepple of Saugus and Henry F. McDonald of Danvers. He is the dear brother of Lawrence J. Pepple, Sr. and wife Nanetta of East Boston and the late Dennis M. Pepple. He is also lovingly survived by several nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 502 St. Jude’s Pl. Memphis, TN 38105.