Robert Anthony Calo Sr.

Robert A. Calo Sr. of Revere passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on October 8, 2024, at the age of 78.  Born in Everett to the late Bejamin Calo and Amelia (DeAngelis).

As a civil engineer for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for 27 dedicated years, Robert was well known for his strong will and meticulous skill in his profession. He also worked for over 20 years at the Wonderland dog track in Revere.  Robert enjoyed watching sports with his favorites being the New England sports teams.  His love for sports was only surpassed by his fondness for coin collecting, a hobby that showcased his keen eye for detail and appreciation for history. Robert's collection, like the man himself, was both diverse and captivating.

Beloved husband of 52 years to Karen (Morrison).  They spent their lives together in joyous companionship, their bond only growing stronger with time. Devoted father of Robert A. Calo Jr. and his wife Andrea of Revere.  Adored grandfather of Kathryn and Krystina Calo.  Dear brother of Denise Sao Pedro and her husband Carlos of Revere, and the late Roberta Ciampa and her surviving husband Anthony Ciampa of Saugus.  Caring uncle of Michael Sao Pedro and his husband Christopher, Nikki Welch and her husband Niles, Anthony Coughlin, and the late Caroline Coughlin and her surviving husband Michael.  Also survived by many loving family members and friends.

Funeral from the Paul Buonfiglio & Sons-Bruno Funeral Home 128 Revere St, Revere on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at 10:00am.  Funeral Mass at the Immaculate Conception Parish in Revere at 11:00am.  Relatives and friends are kindly invited.  A Visitation will be held on Monday from 2:00pm to 6:00pm at the funeral home.  Interment Woodlawn Cemetery.

Robert's life was a beautiful tapestry woven with threads of love, ambition, and a relentless streak of perseverance. His spirit, his generous heart, and his love will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege to know him.  In lieu of flowers donations can be made to a charity of one's choice. For guest book please visit www.buonfiglio.com

We encourage everyone who knew Robert to share their memories and upload photos to his memorial page, helping us all remember the remarkable man that he was.