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Robert Krist Obituary

Robert F. Krist, 68, of Colchester and formerly of South Windsor, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 11, 2013.

Born in Hartford, the son of the late Francis and Ann (Sokol) Krist, he grew up and lived most of his life in South Windsor before moving to Colchester six years ago. Prior to his retirement in 2005, Robert was employed by the former Cassarino Trucking Co. in South Windsor and formerly owned and operated Wish's Restaurant in East Hartford for many years. He was a communicant of St. Francis of Assisi Church in South Windsor. Robert was a graduate of Ellsworth Memorial High School, Class of 1962, and the Ward School of Electronics in Hartford. He was a former member of the New England Antique Racers and had a lifelong passion for cars and racing. His other passions were summers spent boating, fishing. and camping with his family and friends at Water's Edge Campground and most recently Gardner Lake.

He is lovingly remembered and missed by his two children, Lori Gallon, and her husband, Michael of Newington, and Robert Krist Jr., and his wife, Donna, of Unionville; three grandchildren, Melanie, Ashley, and Annie Krist; a brother, Leonard Krist, and his wife, Nancy, and Robert's niece, Jennifer of Marlborough; his aunt, Anne Welles of South Windsor; several cousins; and his beloved cat and companion, Boo.

His family would like to thank Middlesex Oncology and the Hospice and Palliative Care team for their compassion and care.

Funeral services and burial are private and at the convenience of his family.

Memorial donations in his memory may be made to Middlesex Hospice and Palliative Care, 28 Crescent St., Middletown, CT 06457.

Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home in South Windsor are caring for the arrangements.

For online condolences and guestbook please visit

www.carmonfuneralhome.com

Published by Journal Inquirer from Mar. 14 to Mar. 18, 2013.
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Lenny, Nance & Jennifer,
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Bob. Life can be so hard at times. I pray that all the great memories that you have and God's grace and love keep and surround you all through the dark days ahead.
With sincere sympathy,
Bette & Leo

Bette & Leo Conlon

March 21, 2013

God bless you and your loved ones ~ Rest in peace.

Jane Dowling

March 16, 2013

Lori-- Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We wish we could be there to give you some hugs! Love Dolores & Charlie Gallon

March 15, 2013

With our Deepest Sympathy and Prayers, your friends, Marla and Amanda Morgan

March 14, 2013

We will miss you Bob.
May God Bless you and We will see you again in Heaven!

Linda & Cindy

Linda Belanger

March 14, 2013

Lori and Krist Family,

Its a sad day to know that we all lost your dad and our friend Bob.
We will pray for the whole family to heal from your pain and loss.
Its hard to say goodbye to a good friend and a great neighbor.We are going to miss Bob soo much. We can close our eyes and see him riding around on his lawn mower cutting the grass and poking around in the yard. He was always there when ever we needed him and we did the same for him. We love you Bob-See you in Heaven my friend.

Linda Belanger
Cindy Gliottone
Laconia,New Hampshire
(Colchester, Ct)

March 14, 2013

Deepest sympathies for your loss.

Lynda Katkaveck

March 14, 2013

Lori,
Keeping you and your family close in our prayers,not just today but throughout the days of hopeful healing ahead. Words cannot express the grief and sadness that we both feel.
Love Tim & Cheryl

Tim Scott

March 14, 2013

Our sincere sympathies for your loss.

Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home

March 14, 2013

My Dear and Loving Wife,

The heart is never ready, the time is never right. Dad loved you and your love and care for him in his time of need was inspirational and heartfelt. You and Bobby filled Dad's days with love, happiness and strength. The Krist's fought the good fight with grace and dignity. I am honored to be your husband. We mourn Dad now and remember him always until reunited we will be in Gods Kingdom.

You're Loving Husband,

Michael

Michael Gallon

March 14, 2013

Lori and Family, I am so very sorry to hear about your Dad, We had met and done business with him at Wish's. There were a lot of good years of friendship always. He was a true gentleman that we will never forget.

Sam Cusano and Family

March 14, 2013

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