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Robert Meaney Obituary

MEANEY Mr. Robert “Bob” Francis, age 79, of Topsfield, formerly of Marblehead, Wednesday, August 31. Beloved husband of Sarah “Sally” Meaney died Wednesday evening in Beverly Hospital surrounded by his family. Bob had a distinguished career in the Financial Services/ Mutual Funds business including more than 20 years with Shawmut Bank of Boston followed by Senior Executive positions with Putnam Investments, State Street Bank & Trust Company, Bay Bank, and Bank of America. He consulted to numerous other financial firms, was a past President of the North East Stock Transfer Association, and a frequent speaker at mutual fund industry conferences. In addition to Sally, his loving wife of fifty three years, Bob is survived by his son, Jeff Meaney of New Hampshire, his daughter, Sara Meaney Rudd and her husband David of Florida, his grandchildren, Evan and Bradley Rudd, his siblings, Carol Rogers and her husband Dick of Virginia, Patricia Bachorowski and her husband Al of Danvers, Francine Morgan and her husband David of Rhode Island, Jean Rennick of Peabody, and brothers-in-law Al "Chip" Tutin of Lexington, Dr. Robert Wellwood of New Hampshire and his wife Susan, as well as several nieces and nephews. He was also the father of the late Bradley J. Meaney, and brother of the late Lucille Murphy. Relatives and friends are invited to his Funeral Mass which will be held in St. Rose of Lima Church, Topsfield, on Wednesday at 10:00 A.M. Internment to follow in Pine Grove Cemetery, Topsfield. Visiting hours in the Peterson-O'Donnell Funeral Home, 167 Maple St., (Rte 62), DANVERS, Tuesday from 4:00-8:00 P.M. On line guestbook at www.legacy.com Expressions of sympathy may be made in Robert’s memory to the Renal Clinic at Brigham and Women's Hospital, c/o BWH Development Office, 116 Huntington Avenue, 5th Floor, Boston, MA, 02116. O’DONNELL FUNERAL, CREMATION & MEMORIAL SERVICE DANVERS & SALEM

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Published by Boston Herald from Sep. 4 to Sep. 5, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Meaney

9 Entries

Jim Caine

December 16, 2012

Sally,

I just learned of Bob's passing and can't tell you how saddened I am to hear the news. No one other than my own father and grandfather, has taught me more, or had more of an impact on my life. There literally isn't a single week that goes by in which I don't bring up lessons that Bob instilled upon me when I'm trying to influence events at my own office. I look back fondly now on the many challenges Bob presented to me and realize that those lessons made me wiser, faster, and better. 20 years later, he still is impacting others through me.

When you, Bob, Chris, and I had lunch in Boston a few summers ago, it was my way to thank him personally for his great influence. That was so important to me, and I'm grateful for that short personal time the four of us had. Over the years he would never allow me to by him lunch, but I finally figured out that if you would join us, he would not dare push back in your presence. I smile today knowing that you were the only person he ever would back down from.

I know Bob loved you and the kids very much. I will miss him but will cherish the memories. God bless you and your family.

John Morgan

September 28, 2011

Jeff, I just read about your Dad passing. I'm so very sorry to hear that. Never has there been a more inappropriately named man than "Mr. Meaney" (as I knew him). Some of my best childhood memories are of sledding down your hill on Alexander Circle. Your Dad was always out there taking care of the course, shaping turns for us and making sure we had a good time. I think of him often when I'm doing the same sort of thing for my kids.

What a wonderful role model he was.

Scott Bowker

September 9, 2011

This is sad news and I am very sorry for your loss. I practically grew up in the skating rink and I have many fond memories; some of the best spent with Bob. I will never forget all the times he took me to that diner on Rt. 1 as a kid. He was great guy with an awesome sense of humor. He touched many lives and will be sincerely missed.

Stephen Clark

September 8, 2011

Many, many years ago I had the good fortune to work with Bob at the old National Shawmut Bank. He was the type of person that makes a lasting impression on you and you are compelled to walk away thinking about what a genuine, sincere chap he was to interact with over the years. He had a great sense of humor and a quick wit which was especially welcomed during stressful moments. He was well respected by all for his industry knowledge and management abilities. As the years passed, I lost touch with him, however he frequently came to mind on numerous occasions as I would reflect back of prior experiances. I was unaware that he had not been well in recent years and that must have been an ordeal. I know he will be missed by his family and all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Julie Brickett

September 8, 2011

Jeff, I am so sorry your loss! Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!
Julie Brickett

Bobbie, Joe and Liane (DePari) Moscato

September 8, 2011

So sorry to hear the sad news. Many years have passed, but we remember Bob, Sally, and Sarah as one of the many quality families we had the pleasure of knowing when we were part of the NSSC family. Bob was always ready to greet you with a handshake and a wide smile, a guinely great guy who made everyone in his presence feel his radiance. He will surely be missed by many.

Jim Bowker

September 6, 2011

There were lots of parents I met at the skating rink over the years, but some made more of an impact than others. Bob was one of them.
A number of years have passed since then, but I can still picture his smile. Bob was a great guy, and although nothing can be said to ease your loss, you're in my thoughts and prayers.

Patricia Rando

September 6, 2011

Jeff, please know that I have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during this time of grief and sorrow. Knowing you tells me lots about your Dad...he had to be one wonderful man. May God take him home in peace.

Bob Coffin

September 4, 2011

My deepest sympathy for your loss.
Bob was always a great guy to have a conversation with...
Bob Coffin

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