Robert F. Wedge, of Melrose, died July 30, 2015 at the age of 84. Robert was born in Somerville on June 25, 1931 to George and Lillian (Mayo) Wedge. He was raised in Somerville and attended Somerville High School before enlisting in the United States Army at the age of 17. Not long after his time in the Army, Robert married the love of his life, Joan S. (Stevens) Wedge. They had four children together and raised their family in Malden. Robert worked for Cains Potato Chips for many years before retiring. He also enjoyed to golf and meet his friends for their daily cup of coffee. Robert was a simple man who loved to be with his family. He would try and make every one of his children's or grandchildren's events. Whether it was traveling to Aruba and the Cape, or just having a party in someone's backyard, Robert was happiest when he was surrounded by his family. He will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends he has left behind. Robert was the beloved husband of Joan S. (Stevens) Wedge. The loving father of Donna R. Murray & her husband Paul of Malden, Sharon L. Brancato & her husband Joseph of Newburyport, Robert G. Wedge & his wife Sharon of Everett, and the late Stephen R. Wedge. Cherished grandfather of Paul, Kimberly, Carissa, Robert, Krista, Nicholas, Alexander and Tyler. He also leaves behind eight great-grandchildren. He was the caring brother of Dorothy McGrath of Wilmington, Marion Kelley of San Diego, Richard Wedge of Billerica, Paul Wedge of Charlestown, Carol Tiberii of Everett, and the late George Wedge, Walter Wedge, and Barbara Hayward. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2015 at the Gately Funeral Home in Melrose, from 8-9:30 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held following the visitation at St. Joseph's Church, 790 Salem St., in Malden at 10 AM. Interment with Military Honors will be held immediately following the Mass at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made in Robert's name to the Melrose Veteran's Relief Fund, 562 Main St., c/o Veterans Office, Melrose, MA 02176.