Robert A. Durocher

1949 - 2014

Robert A. Durocher obituary, 1949-2014, Thompson, CT

BORN

1949

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Gilman Funeral and Cremation Service - Putnam

104 Church Street

Putnam, Connecticut

Robert Durocher Obituary

Robert A. Durocher 1949-2014 THOMPSON - Robert Durocher, 64, of Fernwood Ave., died Thursday, January 30, 2014 surrounded by his loving family following a long and courageous battle with esophageal cancer. Born in Worcester, on December 22, 1949, he was the son of the late Arthur and Stella (Brzuch) Durocher. He will be remembered as a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He is survived by his wife, Kristine, of 40 years. In addition to his wife, Bob is survived by his two daughters, Heather (Durocher) Santos and her husband, Brian, and Jennifer (Durocher) Cafasso and her husband, Joseph; two grandchildren Jackson and Gabriella Santos; brother Arthur Durocher and countless friends who will miss Bob dearly but consider themselves incredibly fortunate to have known him. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Bob's family from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 P.M., Friday, February 7, 2014 in the Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St. Putnam. A Memorial Service will begin at 11:00 A.M., on Saturday, February 8, 2014 at the Putnam Baptist Church, 170 Church Street, Putnam, CT. At the request of the family, donations may be made to two institutions: ECHO (Eastern Connecticut Hematology and Oncology) Cancer Foundation 330 Washington Street, Suite 220, Norwich, CT 06360 and/or Backus Hospital Cancer Center -www.backushospital.org. For a memorial guestbook please visit www.GilmanAndValade.com

Published by Norwich Bulletin on Feb. 2, 2014.
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So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. You and the girls will be in my prayers.

Tom Caffelle

February 10, 2014

Kris, Heather and Jen, Bob was such a great person he will be truly missed. He always was smiling and telling jokes. Family was his pride and joy. Thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Ken and Barb Goloski

Ken Goloski

February 8, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss Kristi.

jim Lucason

February 4, 2014

Kristi,
I was very sorry to hear of this. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family! xoxxo

Erica Groh

February 4, 2014

Kristi,Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Bob was a great guy. He was always smiling and happy.
Dan and Rachel Bolte

February 4, 2014

As soon as I saw Bob walk into a room I would start smiling, because I know that the jokes and laughing were about to begin! My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and loved ones. He will be truly missed by all that knew him.

Pj

February 3, 2014

Kris, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that God's love and your wonderful memories will sustain you through the days to come.
Roberta Sharpe

Roberta Sharpe

February 3, 2014

Bobby, you were my brother from another mother and even though I haven't seen you in over 40 years, I will never forget you coming into the house, saying hello to your other Mom and Dad. I lost my dad two years ago so perhaps you are talking with him today. Many wonderful memories on Quadic Lake. May God give your family mercy and peace at this time of loss. I will always remember you as my other brother.

Priscilla Dunican-Waller

February 3, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family .We are so sorry .So sorry we missed the services we just read it in the paper .We are so happy we got to becomes friend with you both ,Bob was a great person.We are always here for you

love Marie and Bill Riley

February 2, 2014

Our thoughts and prays are with you at this sad time.Bob
Was a great person always smiling and positive..

Peter Aucoin

February 2, 2014

Dear Kris, Heather, Jennifer, and Family,
Please accept our sincere sympathy upon the passing of your husband and father. We were friends many years ago when he worked at Quaddick State Park as a lifeguard. May your many happy memories bring you comfort in the days ahead. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,

Mary & Sam Porter-Price

February 2, 2014

Kris, Heather, and Jennifer. Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. We hope that your many wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers. His love will be with you always. - Dave and Linda Manso

Linda Manso

February 1, 2014

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