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Robert BEDARD Obituary





BEDARD, Robert E.

Robert E. Bedard, of East Hartford, died peacefully at his home Friday (October 4, 2013). Born in Lawrence, MA on October 13, 1925, he was the son of French Canadian immigrants Arthur and Alphonsine (Boucher) Bedard. He enlisted at the age of 17 in the United States Navy, where he served in World War II aboard the USS Newberry at the battle of Iwo Jima. He also served aboard the destroyer USS Luce. After the war, he moved to Hartford and soon joined the US Postal Service, where he served for 37 years as a letter carrier until his retirement in 1987. He married Patricia (Lussier) Bedard in 1956. His family lived in Hartford's south end, before moving to East Hartford in 1973. Bob's life centered around his family. He is survived by his children, Therese Roesch of South Glastonbury, Mary Bedard of Manchester, Arthur Bedard of Canton, and Philip Bedard and his wife Diane of Hopedale, MA. He has two surviving siblings, Alice Bernier of West Hartford and Raymond Bedard of East Hartford. His five grandchildren are Chuck Roesch, Tim Roesch, Patrick Bedard, Matthew Bedard and Jeanne Bedard. Robert was predeceased by his wife Patricia (Lussier) Bedard (1988), his three brothers; Paul, Philip, and Armand and one sister; Rose. Bob enjoyed many years camping at Gardner Lake in Salem, CT, with his family and close friends Ben Burinskas and Romeo Berube, where they enjoyed swimming, fishing and late night pinochle card games. Bob was an avid golfer, enjoying many rounds with his friends at the Goodwin Park course in Hartford. His family extends gratitude for the kindness and care given to Bob in his final months by Elyse Rybczynski, Suzanne Kirkpatrick and Lucille Foley.
The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 9 at the D'Esopo East Hartford Memorial Chapel, 30 Carter Street, East Hartford. Burial with military honors will follow in Hillside Cemetery, East Hartford. Family and friends may visit the chapel on Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Iwo Jima Survivors Association, 35 Hemlock Road, Branford, CT 06405 or to the Patriot Guard Riders of Connecticut, c/o Gregg Barrett, 16 Talcott Range, East Granby, CT 06026. For online expressions of sympathy please visit:
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Published by Hartford Courant on Oct. 7, 2013.
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Mary,
I'm sorry to hear about your father's death. I've always been impressed by the loving and consistent care you gave him. This love you gave him will be a great consolation to you. It is all about living life without regrets. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Evelyn Auger. Cheshire, CT

October 9, 2013

You did good Dad. Miss you!

Art

October 9, 2013

Mary my deepest sympathy to you and your family in this time of need. My prayers go out to you as well.

Colleen Tardif

October 8, 2013

Dear Bedard family,
We send our sympathy on the loss of Bob. May he rest in peace. John and Natalie Fortin
Rochester, NH

John and Natalie Fortin

October 7, 2013

Members of the Iwo Jima Survivors Association and the Iwo Jima Memorial Historical Foundation would like to send our condolences and prayers to the family of Robert Bedard. It is the courage of brave men such as Mr. Bedard who have given us our freedom.

Marianne Mihalyo & Gary Roy

October 7, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

October 7, 2013

So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Bedard family. Loved fishing at Gardner Lake with Mr. Bedard when we were young.

Marc Goldstein

October 7, 2013

My condolences to the Bedard Family.
God Bless.
Wanda Diaz & Family
17 Green Manor Drive

Wanda Diaz

October 7, 2013

Uncle Bob was such a fun uncle. Have several memories of playing pinochle with him. I remember when he gave me a maple sapling tree, saying it was a good, hardy maple tree. It certainly was and grew quite well. I took a seed from it and grew another one and transplanted it when we moved. That one also is growing strong and well. Every time I look at it I think of my special Uncle Bob. Loving thoughts to Therese, Mary, Arthur and Philip at this time.
Janet Henneberry

October 7, 2013

Tim, I am very sorry for the loss of your grandfather. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Nicole Salafia

October 7, 2013

Miss you so much already.

Therese

October 7, 2013

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