Robert J. Santo passed away at 89 years of age. He loved his wife, family, Beloved husband of Marjorie M. Santo (Hall) (deceased) of Melrose. Loving father of Stephen P. Santo (Charlene) of Brockton, Nancy L. Ambrosino (Anthony) of Middleton, Sandra J. Santo of Melrose, and Robert C. Santo (Bridgette) of Manchester. Also survived by 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Bob was a man of many passions. He loved his wife, family, walking the beach with Margie, horseracing and boxing. He was an avid storyteller, sharing stories of his life with everyone. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Bob loved people, coming alive when he was deep in conversation with someone, or when in front of a crowd. His charisma and outgoing personality was extended to everyone; friends, colleagues, neighbors, cashiers, servers, caregivers, or someone passing by. Bob prided himself on his incredible memory, remembering details from events long ago.

Bob put family first always. He and Margie loved when their house was full of family and friends. Margie would cook and Bob would tell his stories. Bob was married to Margie for 62 years. Since her passing he has often quoted the poem, "Tomorrow Never Comes", reminding everyone to hold their loved ones close. He continued to tell his stories, but most of them were about his loving wife as his heart was broken beyond repair. Theirs was a true love story. May Bob's stories never be forgotten, or the love they shared.

Bob was most appreciative of the education provided to him by the Xaverian Brothers of Malden Catholic. For that reason, Bob chose to remember Malden Catholic in his estate, providing a generous bequest to the school, in order to make possible the "MC experience" for future students and families.

Bob was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and friend who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He will always be remembered as a man of great integrity who loved his family above all.

Visiting hours will be held at the Gately Funeral Home, 79 West Foster St., Melrose on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM with funeral services immediately following in the funeral home at 12:00 PM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the burial in Oak Dale Cemetery in Middleton.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in honor of Robert and Marjorie Santo, to the Malden Catholic Scholarship Foundation, 99 Crystal St., Malden, Ma 02148.