Richard Abate's obituary , Passed away on April 21, 2024 in Reading, Massachusetts

Richard Abate

August 26, 1944 - April 21, 2024 (79 years old)

Reading, Massachusetts

Richard Abate's obituary , Passed away on April 21, 2024 in Reading, Massachusetts

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Douglass Edgerley& Bessom Funeral Home

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Richard Abate

August 26, 1944 - April 21, 2024 (79 years old)

Reading, Massachusetts

Richard Abate Obituary

The world bids farewell to Richard Abate of Reading, Massachusetts, born in Winthrop, Massachusetts, departing on April 21, 2024 at the age of 79. Richard leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Abate to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Elvino Abate and Rose Abate (DiPerri); his parents-in-law, Salvatore and Vivian Caristo; and his brother-in-law Hubert Dee.

He is survived by: his wife Vivian Abate (Caristo); his brothers, Dennis Abate of Tewksbury, MA, Alan Abate (Donna) of Methuen, MA and David Abate (Tamra) of Tewksbury; his siblings-in-law, Carol, Bill Masino of Malden, MA and Betty Kelly of Revere, MA.; and his nieces and nephews, Sandra, Richard, Susan, Billy, Charles, Karen, Jonelle, Matthew, Kayce, Stephen, Ryan, Mark, Michelle, Michael, Allison and Anthony.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Richard's memory to the following charities: Cops For Kids with Cancer https://copsforkidswithcancer.org The Vietnam Veterans of America https://vva.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Douglass Edgerley& Bessom Funeral Home



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