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1920
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2013
Walter Roberts Obituary
Walt lived in Middletown most of his life before moving to East Hampton in 2003 and Marlborough in 2009. He was a US Army veteran, serving in the 100th Infantry Division, 325th Medical Battalion during WWII. While in the Army, Walt was a recipient of the Bronze Star. During his working career, he was employed by The Russell Company, Pratt and Whitney and in 1989 retired from Fenner Manufacturing. With 50 years of continuous service to the Moose fraternity, Walt was awarded a Life Membership to The Loyal Order of Moose in Middletown. In his retirement years, he was an enthusiastic Red Sox fan, avid fisherman and he loved spending as many days as he could on the golf course. Making a hole in one on two separate outings were great moments in Walt's golf exploits. His greatest joy was spending time with family. His daughter, Linda (Suzie) was a shining light in his life and being a grandfather as well as great-grandfather meant the world to him.
Walt is survived by two daughters, Linda Roberts of East Haddam and Karen Ford and her husband, Steve of Hebron; his brother, Earle V. Roberts; three grandchildren, John Ford and his wife Kellie of Manchester, Justin Ford and his wife Gina of Columbia and Dylan Ford of Hebron; three great grandchildren, Sean, Alexandria and Angelina Ford of Manchester.
The family would like to thank the staff at Marlborough Health Care Center for their compassion, kindness and excellent care provided to Walt over the past 4 years.
A private graveside service will be held in Pine Grove Cemetery where full military honors will be accorded. In lieu of flowers, friends may make donations in Walt's memory to Disabled American Veterans, 80 Hall Avenue, Meriden, CT 06450 or http://dav.org. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.doolittlefuneralservice.com. Doolittle Funeral Home 14 Old Church Street, Middletown is handling the arrangements.
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August 14, 2013
I was reading Mr. Roberts' obituary and I could only think what a great life he had. My sympathies to his family.
Walter Roberts
August 13, 2013
Pat Thompson-Sunderland
August 13, 2013
Karen & Family - I have so many fond memories of my uncle. When he returned from the service, I was only around 5. I still have the formal picture of he (in his uniform) and I taken at Loring Studio. Through the years, he was always there with a smile and his sense of humor. May he rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers to you in your loss of your Dad.
Annette Bradley
August 12, 2013
I will always remember his laugh and his sence of humor. He will be in our memories and hearts forever
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