GERARD GEORGE FOSSATI, 81, passed away in his home on Monday, April 22, 2015. Gerard lived a life of devotion to his Catholic faith and dedication to his family, often referring to his life as Heaven on Earth. He lived life leading by example and was an inspiration to all that knew him. He was born August 14, 1933 in Victoria Texas, to the late Frank Louis and Ella May Vogt Fossati. Gerard is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Antoinette Fossati; children, Paul Fossati (Rona), Mary Compton (Mike), Kay Shore (Mike), and Jason Fossati (Courtney); sisters, Veronica Pahmiyer, Gloria Borreca and Therese Bomersbach (Johnny); brothers, Frank Anthony Fossati (Melvera) and Xavier Fossati; and cousin JoAnne Hough (Bill). Grandchildren, Gina Fossati, Christopher Compton, Ben Compton, Amanda Compton, Abbey Fossati, Madeline Fossati, Nicholas Fossati, and Nathan Fossati; and many beloved nieces, nephews and cousins.
Gerard was the 6th of 10 children. His parents moved the family to Port O’Connor each summer as soon as school was out. They would enjoy an idyllic three months crabbing, swimming, and spending time together as a family. At an early age, he developed a life-long passion for cooking and music. The joyful sounds of his whistling and humming could frequently be heard as he created delicious meals in the kitchen. Gerard treasured early morning Mass and breakfast with his father. He worked as a bank teller in Victoria, and enjoyed many outings with his colleagues for several years before serving his country in the U.S. Army in Korea. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in English and History from the University of Texas, and a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Houston. He worked as a teacher and guidance counselor for 30 years. Gerard was involved in many volunteer activities which were performed in a quiet, unassuming manner. He enjoyed many hobbies including gardening, interior painting, pottery, furniture refinishing, attending theatrical events, and walks in the park. Gerard was a wonderful, loving grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
Services, including a Rosary and Mass, followed by lunch will be held on Friday, May 1st at 10:30am at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 18223 Point Lookout Dr. Nassau Bay, TX. Burial will be held on Saturday May 2nd at 10:30 at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 7801 Gulf Freeway at Hughes Rd in Dickinson
Gerard was the 6th of 10 children. His parents moved the family to Port O’Connor each summer as soon as school was out. They would enjoy an idyllic three months crabbing, swimming, and spending time together as a family. At an early age, he developed a life-long passion for cooking and music. The joyful sounds of his whistling and humming could frequently be heard as he created delicious meals in the kitchen. Gerard treasured early morning Mass and breakfast with his father. He worked as a bank teller in Victoria, and enjoyed many outings with his colleagues for several years before serving his country in the U.S. Army in Korea. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in English and History from the University of Texas, and a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Houston. He worked as a teacher and guidance counselor for 30 years. Gerard was involved in many volunteer activities which were performed in a quiet, unassuming manner. He enjoyed many hobbies including gardening, interior painting, pottery, furniture refinishing, attending theatrical events, and walks in the park. Gerard was a wonderful, loving grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
Services, including a Rosary and Mass, followed by lunch will be held on Friday, May 1st at 10:30am at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 18223 Point Lookout Dr. Nassau Bay, TX. Burial will be held on Saturday May 2nd at 10:30 at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 7801 Gulf Freeway at Hughes Rd in Dickinson
GERARD GEORGE FOSSATI, 81, passed away in his home on Monday, April 22, 2015. Gerard lived a life of devotion to his Catholic faith and dedication to his family, often referring to his life as Heaven on Earth. He lived life leading by example and was an inspiration to all that knew him. He was born August 14, 1933 in Victoria Texas, to the late Frank Louis and Ella May Vogt Fossati. Gerard is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Antoinette Fossati; children, Paul Fossati (Rona), Mary Compton (Mike), Kay Shore (Mike), and Jason Fossati (Courtney); sisters, Veronica Pahmiyer, Gloria Borreca and Therese Bomersbach (Johnny); brothers, Frank Anthony Fossati (Melvera) and Xavier Fossati; and cousin JoAnne Hough (Bill). Grandchildren, Gina Fossati, Christopher Compton, Ben Compton, Amanda Compton, Abbey Fossati, Madeline Fossati, Nicholas Fossati, and Nathan Fossati; and many beloved nieces, nephews and cousins.
Gerard was the 6th of 10 children. His parents moved the family to Port O’Connor each summer as soon as school was out. They would enjoy an idyllic three months crabbing, swimming, and spending time together as a family. At an early age, he developed a life-long passion for cooking and music. The joyful sounds of his whistling and humming could frequently be heard as he created delicious meals in the kitchen. Gerard treasured early morning Mass and breakfast with his father. He worked as a bank teller in Victoria, and enjoyed many outings with his colleagues for several years before serving his country in the U.S. Army in Korea. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in English and History from the University of Texas, and a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Houston. He worked as a teacher and guidance counselor for 30 years. Gerard was involved in many volunteer activities which were performed in a quiet, unassuming manner. He enjoyed many hobbies including gardening, interior painting, pottery, furniture refinishing, attending theatrical events, and walks in the park. Gerard was a wonderful, loving grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
Services, including a Rosary and Mass, followed by lunch will be held on Friday, May 1st at 10:30am at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 18223 Point Lookout Dr. Nassau Bay, TX. Burial will be held on Saturday May 2nd at 10:30 at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 7801 Gulf Freeway at Hughes Rd in Dickinson
Gerard was the 6th of 10 children. His parents moved the family to Port O’Connor each summer as soon as school was out. They would enjoy an idyllic three months crabbing, swimming, and spending time together as a family. At an early age, he developed a life-long passion for cooking and music. The joyful sounds of his whistling and humming could frequently be heard as he created delicious meals in the kitchen. Gerard treasured early morning Mass and breakfast with his father. He worked as a bank teller in Victoria, and enjoyed many outings with his colleagues for several years before serving his country in the U.S. Army in Korea. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in English and History from the University of Texas, and a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Houston. He worked as a teacher and guidance counselor for 30 years. Gerard was involved in many volunteer activities which were performed in a quiet, unassuming manner. He enjoyed many hobbies including gardening, interior painting, pottery, furniture refinishing, attending theatrical events, and walks in the park. Gerard was a wonderful, loving grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
Services, including a Rosary and Mass, followed by lunch will be held on Friday, May 1st at 10:30am at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 18223 Point Lookout Dr. Nassau Bay, TX. Burial will be held on Saturday May 2nd at 10:30 at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 7801 Gulf Freeway at Hughes Rd in Dickinson
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