Mr. Edward G. Abate passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, March 15, 2019. Born in Boston he was the son of the late Giacomina (Cala) and Giuseppe Abate. Edward served in the US Navy reserves for many years and was a retired letter carrier for the US Postal Service.

The beloved husband and soul mate of the late Gail E. (Rollins) Abate, he was the devoted father of Susan G. James-Leyva and her husband Jose of Somerville, Jennifer Kapotas of Haverhill and David B. James. Cherished grandfather of Oscar, Viviana, Joseph, John, Steven, Marianthi, Summer and Andrew. Dear brother of the late Paul, John and Charles Abate and his surviving wife Marianne of Lexington. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral Procession from the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.) Somerville on Thursday at 9 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass celebrated in St. Clement Church at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends invited to attend.

Calling Hours Wednesday 4 to 8 pm.

Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the VNA Senior Living Community, 405 Alewife Brook Parkway, Somerville, MA 02144.