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Robert Serrell Obituary

Robert (Bob) J. Serrell, 63, of Tolland, died Thursday at Saint Francis Hospital in Hartford.

Born March 4, 1950, in Manchester, he graduated from Manchester High School, Class of 1968, and attended Manchester Community College. He recently retired from Midwest Shop Supply. Bob was a devout family man who loved spending time with his wife, children, and grandson. He also loved his dogs, fishing, woodworking, and cooking.

Bob was predeceased by his father and mother, Ed and Janet Serrell; and his brother, Paul Serrell. He is survived by his wife, Kathryn Serrell of Tolland; his daughter, Anne Serrell-Dube, her husband, Erik, and their son, Noah, of Manchester; his daughter, Mary, and her husband, Steffan Clark, of South Windsor; and son, John Serrell of Manchester.

Family and friends may call to the John F. Tierney Funeral Home, 219 W. Center St., Manchester, today, Aug. 9, from 4 to 7 p.m. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Aug. 10, at 10 a.m. at St. Matthew Church, 111 Tolland Green, Tolland.

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Published by Journal Inquirer from Aug. 9 to Aug. 13, 2013.

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Debbie Serrell Letourneau

December 16, 2013

"Bobby" was my cousin, I always looked up to him and Paul. I am sorry for your loss. Our family has many wonderful memories of him, may he rest in peace.

Jeffrey Burch

September 21, 2013

The Serrell Family: Sorry for the loss of Bob. He would come to my H.S., (Medway, MA}, once a year for machine maint., and I truly enjoyed our conversations. RIP, Jeff Burch

Jim Pinto

September 3, 2013

Bob, Enjoy your rest, you earned it! You are a "good man" I appreciate all you taught me early in my career. I also appreciate the great memories I have... we had us some fun!

Audrey Ellenwood

August 27, 2013

A high school friend-remember him well--blessing to all of his family

Charlie McClure

August 14, 2013

Kathryn, we never met but the Serrell family is in my thoughts and prayers. Bob was important in my life and he will be remembered as my FRIEND.

August 12, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family ...Judy and John Gray and members of the Leake family.

August 12, 2013

Bob was a great friend and colleague. He will be missed by all

Godspeed Bobby

Gary and Joanne Worobec
Anza, CA

Heather Ricker-Gilbert

August 11, 2013

We send our sympathy to you all...our good neighbors on Tolland Green. What a beautiful garden Bob always had.
Heather and Harvey Gilbert

August 9, 2013

My thoughts and prayers to the family.

Jerry Florio, Past President NEATT

August 9, 2013

Bob was a great person and I will miss seeing him at the Annual NEATT Conference.

Michelle King

August 9, 2013

Thoughts & prayers to you & your family Kathy! XOXO

Joan Baldyga Brown

August 9, 2013

I went to high school with Bobby and remember him as a kind, respecful individual. My deepest sympathy to his family. Rest in peace, Bobby.

Charles, Holly, & Hannah Dube

August 9, 2013

We were very saddened to hear of this loss. Our hearts go out to the entire family during this trying time.

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