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Duckett Funeral Home of J. S. Waterman

656 Boston Post Road

Sudbury, Massachusetts

Robert Gottberg Obituary

Robert A. Gottberg, a longtime resident of Sudbury, died peacefully December 23, 2011 at the age of 76. He was the beloved husband for 53 years of Elizabeth "Betsy" Gottberg. Born and raised in New Jersey; Bob was an Eagle Scout. He earned an undergraduate degree from Manhattan College and a MBA from Seaton Hall University. He served as a Lieutenant in Coast Guard and later was founder of Robert A. Gottberg Associates. A regular at the weekly peace vigil on the town common, Bob was active in many political and environmental causes. He enjoyed music, travel and photography and was a member of St. Anselm parish, Sudbury Historical Society, and the Sudbury Grange. Father of Robert Jr. and his wife Lore of Apex, NC, David and his wife Deborah of Mooresville, NC, Joseph and his wife Kim of Mooresville, NC, and Jennifer and her wife Marilyn of Marlborough MA. Loving grandfather of Amanda, Briana, Shane, Lauren, Christopher & Ryan all of North Carolina. Bob treasured spending time with family and friends; he loved life and will be missed by all who knew him. Funeral services were held Thurs., Dec. 29, 2011 from the Duckett-J. S. Waterman & Sons Home of Memorial Tribute, 656 Boston Post Rd., Rt. 20, Sudbury followed by a funeral Mass at St. Anselm Church, Sudbury. Interment will be in New Town Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in Bob's name may be made to St. Anselm Parish, 100 Landham Rd., Sudbury, MA 01776 or a charity of one's choice. For additional information, tributes and guest book, please visit www.duckett-waterman.com

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Published by The Sudbury Town Crier from Dec. 26, 2011 to Jan. 2, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Gottberg

15 Entries

karen and Jack Helms

December 28, 2011

Jack and I were so very sorry to hear of this news we were so hoping He would make it through this. I remember bob as having a pretty funny sense of humor. Our hearts ache for you. May God Bless you , you are in out prayers. Karen and Jack Helms

December 28, 2011

Bob will be missed. We always liked seeing him at Jenn and Mel's Christmas party where he made you laugh, especially when he put on that fake red nose.

Best wishes during these difficult times
Mike and Denny

Linmda & Ken Robinson

December 28, 2011

Dear Betsy & Family; I just heard about Bob's passing today. As you know Bob and I were great friends and he was a wonderful person to work with for a number of years. I retired 11 years ago from Industrial Equipment & Engineering. I have often thought of you and Bob and he will be truly be missed. Please know that Linda and my thoughts are with you and your family as well as in our prayers at this most difficult time. May God bring you understanding. Linda and Ken Robinson

Eleanor & Saul Nathan

December 28, 2011

We were sad to learn of Bob's passing. He always had a warm smile and greeting when we saw him. Our condolences to Betsy and the family.

Wawrren & Brenda Chamberlain

December 28, 2011

Dear Betsy: Our sincere and deep sympathy at this time. Bob was a great guy and a wonderful addition to our Grange family. His wit and wisdom will be greatly missed by us all. Warren & Brenda

December 28, 2011

Dear Betsy and family, this was sad news to hear. It has been a long time since I saw you or Bob, because I have basically been retired. I remember all the meetings seeing you both there and speaking with you both. I think of you both often and Dave always reminds that he spoke with you at meetings.
I see Bob was involved in more than just the cemetery business.
I offer my sympathy to you and all your family,
with friendship and compassion,

Ellie Ross, Danvers, Mass

Tricia Pappas

December 28, 2011

I was so hoping that Bob would get through this. My thoughts and prayers are with you Betsy and your family. Bob was a good friend and colleague.. I will miss him....

Bob Gottberg Florida 2010

December 27, 2011

Bill Corcoran

December 27, 2011

Mr. Gottberg helped to inspire me towards getting my Eagle Scout badge with Troop 63. He was always great with all of the kids in the troop. I saw him and heard alot about what he was doing through his Friend Bob Cutter and my Father who used to see him at Mass at St. Anselms. He was a vital part of so many different communities in his life. I hope that I can hope to give back as much as he did. I wish peace for his wife Betsy and his son Joe at this hard time.
Bill Corcoran

Laurie Hornik #10

December 27, 2011

Dear Jenn & Family,
So sad to hear the news of your Dad's passing. One of the greatest Beaver fans ever... With both of our Dads in heaven now, God definitely has the loudest cheering section around up there!

December 27, 2011

Former Sudbury residents, Alfred and Barbara Glauner, were sad to hear the news of Bob's death.We want to send our condolences to his wife Betsy and the family. Bob had a great sense of humor and was a really down to earth person. We always enjoyed chatting with him at Villager parties and elsewhere.We send our best to Betsy at this difficult time and we pray that your faith will give you comfort in the coming months.
Al and Barbara Glauner

December 27, 2011

We are so sorry to hear about Bob's passing, you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Love and pease

Kathy, Amy and Griffin

Ramuel Raagas

December 27, 2011

God bless Robert A. Gottberg. Gott is always with him. Bob was a cornerstone of our six-year Sudbury Peace Vigil. President Obama ended our Iraq war before we lost Bob.

December 26, 2011

To know that someone lived a good life, all you need to do is look at the family he raised. Your closeness as a family will help you during these tough times. Our thoughts are with you all. Love Patty and Mary

fjohn reinke (mc1968)

December 26, 2011

The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any man's death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.

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