Robert A Garrity died at the age of 95 on September 27, 2024 at Vitas IPU in Hialeah, Florida after a short illness. He was born on September 7, 1929, in Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts. He graduated from Cathedral High School, Springfield, Massachusetts in 1947 and proudly served in the U.S. Army where he was assigned to the European Command Intelligence and Military School. Robert (Bob) lived in the Miami area for over 30 years and travelled all over the world as he worked in the hospitality industry for many years. Bob was an avid golfer in his younger days and was proud of his golf ball collection he accumulated from the many courses he played.
Bob was a humorous and thoughtful soul and was loved by all his nieces and nephews. He had a special gift of connecting with people and helping them feel loved and supported. He was deeply cherished his neighbors and friends. Bob touched so many people and his loved ones will miss his huge heart, love of family and his sense of humor.
He is predeceased by his parents; William Thomas Garrity and Gertrude Patricia Walsh Garrity; two brothers: William Thomas Garrity and John Lawrence Garrity and one sister, Bernice Margaret Garrity Murphy, as well as nieces: Jullie Galindo and Maureen Garrity. He is survived by many nieces, nephews, and grand nieces and nephews.
Robert was a member of the local American Legion Post, and a faithful communicant of Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic Church, 8845 NW 186 Street. Robert will be cremated and interred in the South Florida National Cemetery with military honors at the convenience of his family. A Memorial Mass will be held at Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic Church on October 17, 2024 at 11:30 AM. Memorial donations can be made to Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic Church or a charity of your choice in his honor.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, 1600 N University Drive, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024.
Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic Church
South Florida National Cemetery
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Lucy Hildreth-Rodibaugh
October 5, 2024, 10:49 pm
My dearest friend Bobby
I Was very happy to be a friend like you,
So very special , so lovely person, good friend with my husband. We will miss you always. Big hug until heaven💙🙏
Tim Ravenna
October 5, 2024, 11:39 pm
Bob was a dear friend of my father (Vince Ravenna) and also mine. He always had a perpetual natural smile. His yearly Christmas cards and occasional phone conversations always brought me great smiles and a reminder of the friendship he shared with my father. Blessing to all who love him! Shoot some of those stars up there!
Gary E. Cardenas, Sr.
October 6, 2024, 4:05 am
As the Post Commander of American Legion Post in Miami Lakes, I am honored to have known Bob for nearly 10 years not just as a member of our Post but as a friend. He was loved by every member of our Post, and his ever-present smile and jokes were the life of our meetings. We talked often in between meeting dates, as we lived pretty close to each other and I always reminded him to call me if he ever needed anything. He always handed out his beautiful and funny Christmas Cards to all of our Officers. Bob #1 as he was known to our members (there are 2 other members called “Bob”) will be sorely missed by all of us. We will certainly be at his Memorial Mass. Rest in Peace dear Brother Bob #1, and safe travels on your way to Post Everlasting.