Loving husband of the late Rita.  Devoted father of Rita Ventura (John), Robert, Jr. (Pamela) and Anthony (Jane).  Dear Poppy of Michael and Alexander.  Great Poppy to Ava and Michael.  Relatives and friends are invited to gather Tuesday, August 7, 2018, from 9-9:45 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave., Phila., PA 19114.  Funeral Service 10 A.M.  Interment 11:30 A.M. at Washington Crossing National Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to the American Heart Assoc ., 7272 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX 75231, or Home For Our Troops , 6 Main St., Taunton, MA 02780, would be appreciated.