Obituary: Robert V. Galante, 92, of Monroe

From Spadaccino and Leo P. Gallagher & Son Community Funeral Home

Robert V. Galante, 92, of Monroe, died peacefully on January 14, 2017. He was the beloved and devoted husband for almost 70 years to Carmela Forte Galante.

Robert was born in Manhattan, NY on May 20, 1924 to Benjamin and Antoinette (Iuele) Galante. As a member of the greatest generation Robert served his country with honor in the Pacific Theatre during World War II, earning a purple heart.

Robert was a retired Vice President with Bankers Trust Company, he was also an active parishioner of St. Jude Parish in Monroe for more than 20 years. In addition to his wife, Robert is survived by his two sons, Robert (Ellen),Michael (Donna). Predeceased by his son Thomas (Donna) and his sister Marie. Robert was the Proud grandfather to Thomas, Joseph, Matthew, Danielle and Michael. Great grandfather to Tony, Giovanni, Alex, and Vinny.

In lieu of flowers donations in Roberts Memory can be made to St. Jude parish 707 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe CT 06468.Or to St Jude Children Research Hospital www.stjude.org.

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