THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JANUARY 10, 2025 Page 9 OBITUARIES He is also lovingly survived by many nieces and nephews. Fred honorably served his Fred A. Rappa dA R O f Revere. Passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 3, 2025, at the CHA-Everett Hospital. He was 91 years old. Born in Revere on June 20, 1933, Fred was the son of Fred and Antonetta (Mirasolo) Rappa. He was a proud lifelong resident of Revere and a graduate of Revere High School. He is the beloved husband of the late Rita J. (Vigliotta) Rappa, with whom he shared 64 years of marriage prior to her passing on September 16, 2019. Devoted father of Fred A. Rappa, Jr. and his wife Eleanor of Point of Pines, Revere, and Stephen J. Rappa, Sr., and his wife Joanne of Georgetown. Cherished grandfather of Kristen M. Tavano and her husband Joseph of Marblehead, Michael S. Rappa and his wife Allison of Swampscott, Saugus Police Sgt. Stephen J. Rappa, Jr., and his wife Elizabeth of Saugus, and Amanda L. Moses and her husband Scott of Georgetown. Adored great grandfather of Christopher, Alexandria, Scott, Melody, Emily, Kennedy, and Gennaro. Dear brother of Ann Marie DiGiovanni and her late husband Ronald of Reading and predeceased by several brothers and sisters-in-law. country as a member of the United States Army during the Korean Confl ict. After his military service, he returned to Revere and began a distinguished career with the Revere Fire Department on September 3, 1967. Over the course of more than three decades of dedicated service, Fred rose to the rank of Fire Captain. During that time, he became the Arson Investigator, working closely with the ATF and the Revere Police Department. He retired on January 1, 1995. Fred took great pride in his family, and he enjoyed spending time with them. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend who will be missed by all who knew him. Family and friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours on Friday, January 10th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., in the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals, 262 Beach St., Revere. His Funeral Service will be conducted in the funeral home at 11:00 a.m., followed by interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Robert A. Long, Jr. A lifelong resident of Revere. Passed away unexpectedly at home on January 3, 2025 at the age of 74. Robert was born in Revere on October 23, 1950. He was the son of the late Rita M (Leslie) and Robert A Long, Sr. He graduated from B.C. High School in 1968. He continued his education at Saint Anselm College, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in 1972. He then went on to achieve his Juris Doctor from Suff olk Law in 1975. Robert began his career in law working as a state prosecutor for the District Attorney’s offi ce of Massachusetts. He then transitioned to private practice, working for Murphy and Mitchell law fi rm before taking a position as Corporate Council for AIG, until the time of his retirement in 2014. His career with AIG spanned more than 25 years. Robert is the beloved husband of Gail (Bryson) of Revere, formerly of Chelsea, with whom he shared 52 years of marriage. Devoted father of Alexis Keane and her husband Gregory of Lakeville, MA, Adrienne Davies and her husband Jon of Cumberland, RI, and Christopher Long and his wife Kristen of Millbrook, AL. Cherished grandfather of Emilia, Isabel, Charlotte, Ben, Lilly, and Foster. Dear brother of Russell Long, Janis Halloran and her husband Paul, and Joanne Licata and her husband Thomas. Robert was also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Robert enjoyed playing hockey and golf. An avid New England sports fan, he particularly enjoyed cheering on the Boston Bruins and spending Superbowl Sunday at the Beachmont Yacht Club. He was happiest when he was spending time at their lake house in NH; hosting family and friends, sunset cruises, and showing his grandchildren the constellations. Robert adored his family and cherished the time he spent with them. He enjoyed traveling to St. Maarten with Gail, attending his grandchildren’s activities and events, and Christmas Eve celebrations with his siblings and nieces and nephews. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend who will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Family and friends were respectfully invited to attend visiting hours on Wednesday, January 8th in the Vertuccio Smith and Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals. A funeral was conducted from the funeral home on Thursday, followed by a Funeral Mass at in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere. Interment followed in Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody. In lieu of fl owers, donations may be made in Robert’s memory to the charity of your choice. Robert J. Sasso Revere. He was the beloved husband of the late Lea (Frassica). Devoted father of Stephen Marino, David Marino and his wife Debbie, the late Robert J. Sasso Jr., Maria Sasso Schena and her husband Tony, and the late Leanne Sasso Lusso. Dear brother of Elaine Marino and her late husband Charlie and the late Edward Sasso, Lucy Savastano, Thelma Manzi, Jean Sasso, and Norma Davis. Cherished Grandfather of Robert J. III, Peter, David, Michael, Drew, Christopher, Ronnie, Joseph, and Larissa, and Great-Grandfather of namesake Robert J. IV. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Robert attended Revere Public Schools, and proudly served his county during the Korean War Era as a U.S. Army Machine and Vehicle Specialist. Late Proprietor and founder of Sasso Fuel, R. Sasso and Sons Construction Co., and former Revere landmark Maggio’s Restaurant. After retirement, Robert enjoyed traveling and kept up an active daily routine until his late 80’s. Robert also enjoyed sports, especially baseball, and the Sox, and had a life-long affi nity for Thoroughbred Horse Racing and he was particularly proud that he was bestowed by Kentucky Legislature the honorable and prestigious title of Kentucky Colonel due to his passion for horses. A Memorial Visitation will O f Revere. Passed away peacefully on January 7, 2025, at age 91. Born in Boston to the late Peter and Sophie (DeMatties) Sasso, Robert was a life-long resident of Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com BUYER1 Caruccio, Paul Cella-Delcore, Carmela REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS SELLER1 BUYER2 SELLER2 Fiandaca, Gina N Barbanti-Taylor Irene Est Rita, Judith Cella Mafalda M Est Cella, Francesco M ADDRESS DATE PRICE 354-360 Revere Beach Blvd #401 12.18.24 653500 1029 Winthrop Ave 12.18.24 720000 be held at the Paul Buonfi glio & Sons-Bruno Funeral Home, 128 Revere Street, Revere, on Saturday January 11, 2025 from 10:00am to 11:30am. Followed by a prayer service in the Funeral Home at 11:30am. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. In lieu of fl owers, donations may be made in Bob’s memory to Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital at www.stjude. org/donate. Revere
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