Organized crime boss. Using a combination of undercover operatives, surveillance equipment and spending close to 75 million, Gotti was finally convicted of murder and racketeering in 1992. As a repeat offender, Gotti was sentenced to life in prison without possibility of parole and sent to federal prison in Marion, Illinois where he died in 2002. Birthday card, measuring 5 x 7 closed, with a pre-printed sentiment inside. Gotti writes on the inside of the cover, 'Thank you for the poem and well wishes - Stay well! Happy birthday!,' he adds a greeting, the date of March 1, and signs at the bottom 'Sincerely, John Gotti.' In fine condition. RRAuction COA.