Robert Leo Cranitch, “Casino” of Medford, October 11th. Beloved son of Robert D. Cranitch of Medford and the late Ruth P. (Donovan) Cranitch. Cherished brother of Ruthanne Riccioli of Wakefield, Lynne Caruso and her husband Joseph of Reading and Daniel Cranitch and his wife Maureen of Reading. Loving uncle of Kevin, Christine, Katelyn, Joseph, Lauren and Daniel. Grand uncle of Casey, Madison, Taylor, Joy and Kathryn. Bobby was born in Somerville and has been a lifelong resident of Medford. He is a graduate of Immaculate Conception Grammar School in Malden and a graduate of Medford High School, Class of 1969. He served his country honorably as a soldier in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era and was a very proud veteran. For 37 years, he worked as a Gas Fitter for National Grid. He was a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians Club, the Irish American Association and the Italian American Club, all in Malden and a life member of the VFW. He loved spending time with his family and especially his many lifelong friends. He loved sports, fishing and spending time with dear friends in Gloucester. Bobby cherished all of his longtime friends. Relatives & friends are invited to attend his Funeral Mass celebrated at Immaculate Conception Church, 600 Pleasant St., Malden on Saturday October 19th at 11:30 AM. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Medford. At the request of his family, visitation at the funeral home is private. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Rd., Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256. www.woundedwarrior.org.