Robert H. Maiella
November 11, 1923 — February 8, 2017
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Robert H. Maiella
Robert was born in Everett on November 11, 1923, one of eight children of the late Giuseppe and Anita (Vardaro) Maiella. He was raised in Everett and graduated from Everett High School, Class of 1941. He received training from the New England Aircraft School in Boston before serving his country as a Sergeant in the US Army Air Force. A proud veteran, Robert served in the Pacific Theater performing Aircraft armament during World War II. After his honorable discharge, he became a Machinist with the Dept. of Commerce Administration of Civil Aeronautics where he was certified as a Master Mechanic in 1949. On September 29th of 1962, Robert married Mary Pasqua and they settled in Melrose to raise a family of four children. Mr. Maiella worked for General Electric as a Master Mechanic in Aircraft Research and Development for over 40 years, retiring in 1988.
A 54 year resident of Melrose, Bob was a quiet and humble man, but took great pride in his home and his family's roots. With a mechanical background, he had a vast knowledge of how to fix things, and was happy to share his knowledge with family, friends and neighbors alike. He became known as the go to guy for anything that needed to be fixed in the neighborhood and always had a tool or helping hand to offer. He filled Saturday mornings with odd jobs around the house and passed his knowledge on to his four children.
At home in his free time, Bob was an avid reader, especially anything related to architecture or history. He loved photography and always had a camera in his hand. He also loved music especially Italian opera or big band. He held his Italian heritage close to his heart and later in life, he and Mary enjoyed trips to their roots in Italy.
Bob had a subtle, understated presence, but his mind held great knowledge that enriched those around him. Every so often he shared his unassuming sense of humor, or talked at length on a particular subject that intrigued him. He was a man who loved life, always put his family first, and never said a bad word about anyone. He will be lovingly remembered.
Robert was the beloved husband of the late Mary F. (Pasqua) Maiella with whom he shared 53 years of marriage. Devoted father of Carol Batten and her husband Philip of Merrimack, NH, Jean M. Pineau and her husband Timothy of Woburn, Diane Mace and her husband Paul of Billerica, and the late Robert H. Maiella, Jr. Caring brother of the late Gerald Maiella, Dr. Anthony M. Maiella, Mary M. Durant, Ann T. Maiella, Edith A. Capra, Victor J. Maiella, and Richard S. Maiella. Cherished grandfather of Michael Batten, Daniel Batten, Nicholas Pineau, Dillon Pineau, Christina Leon, Joseph Maiella, David Mace, Amanda Mace, and Ashley Mace. Loving great-grandfather of Sophia, Brianna, Amelia, and Johanna. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends will gather in honor and remembrance of Bob's life for visiting hours at the Robinson Funeral Home, 809 Main St., Melrose on Wednesday, Feb. 15 from 9-10am, before leaving in procession to Most Blessed Sacrament Church, 1155 Main St. Wakefield for his Funeral Mass celebrated at 11am. Entombment with US Air Force honors in Holy Cross Mausoleum, Malden. Gifts in Robert's memory to the Alzheimer's Association, 480 Pleasant St., Watertown, MA 02472.
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Past Services
Visitation
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
9:00 - 10:00 am
Robinson Funeral Home
Funeral Mass
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Starts at 11:00 am
Most Blessed Sacrament Church
Interment with Military Honors
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Holy Cross Cemetery
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