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Rob Schappert Obituary
Born Dec. 14, 1944, in Redding, England to the late Thomas and Margaret Schappert. Rob was a passionate environmentalist, animal advocate, and naturalist who especially loved the creatures of the sea and was on a one man mission to rid the world of toxic chemicals.
Rob is survived by his devoted wife of 45 years, Helen Schappert and their children, Wendy and Isaac Mitwaly, Thomas and Christine Schappert, and Charles Schappert; five grandchildren, Cassie, Jayden, Brenden, Nikolaus, Gabriella; and five siblings Shelia Lugli, Jean Goodwell, David and Donald Brett, and Len Boxwell; and many nieces and nephews. Rob was preceded by two siblings, Barbara Noyes and John Brett. He leaves his family with many memories of happy times.
Services will be private. Inquires maybe sent to: P.O. Box 45, Meriden, CT 06450.
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Memories and Condolences
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Brenden Schappert
January 28, 2014
Rob don't be afraid to talk to us we will love to hear from you
Nikolaus Schappert
January 26, 2014
no more pain is the best and you're getting love peace and rest
Nikolaus Schappert
January 26, 2014
will always be remembered our hearts may you rest in peace
Nikolaus Schappert
January 26, 2014
I will always be remembered
Brenden Schappert
January 25, 2014
Rob you always be in our hearts even though ours hearts are broken
January 25, 2014
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Brenden Schappert
January 25, 2014
Many good memories with him talking about the New York Yankees going to lakes and ponds spending time with him. He will be greatly missed. Rest in peace grandpa don't forget about the good memories . Chester says hi and love you and family
Brenden Schappert
January 25, 2014
He will be greatly missed by all many good times talking about the New York Yankees going to take pictures of ponds and lakes rest in peace grandpa xoxoxo soooo much
Brenden Schappert
January 25, 2014
He will be greatly by all many good times talking about the New York Yankees taking pictures of the lakes and ponds R. I. P grandpa xoxoxo
Brenden Schappert
January 25, 2014
He will greatly missed lots of good times with him enjoyed talking about the New York Yankees
Brenden Schappert
January 25, 2014
He will greatly missed brenden Schappert always thinking of you xoxoxoxo
January 25, 2014
Mike and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in the many memories you have as a family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Mike and Diane Gawel
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