John Joseph Gatt

John Joseph Gatt passed away April 11, 2020 with his family by his side, and was welcomed by our Lord Jesus Christ to continue his work in heaven. He was born December 20, 1932 to George Gatt and Catherine Barbara in Vittorriosa Malta. He had one sister and two brothers and was the second oldest child. He served in the British Navy as a seaman for 16 years and enjoyed cliff diving into the Mediterranean Sea. He was married to his beloved wife Carmen for 64 years and immigrated to the United States with his wife and 2 children with the hope of making a better life for his family. He worked as a machine operator at a chemical plant for 26 years and was committed to providing his four children with a private catholic education. Once retired, he immediately became active with the Knights of Columbus at Immaculate Conception Church and volunteered his time. He became well known in the community and with the fire and police departments, and touched the lives of many. He was a devoted catholic and attended church every Sunday while volunteering as an usher. John was a devoted husband and father and leaves behind his wife Carmen, children Marie, Doreen, George, and John, eight grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, his sister Mary, and brothers Larry and Joseph. John will be buried at Resurrection Cemetery. A Mass and Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.