Robert V. Deiana, Sr., 79

Grafton/Pocasset - Robert V. Deiana, 79, passed away at his home on Cape Cod February 19, 2017 following a lengthy illness. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Theresa (Murray) Deiana, his sons Robert Deiana, Jr. and his wife Dawna and Thomas Deiana and his wife Michelle, 5 grandchildren; Emma, Meghan, Katherine, William and Maxwell and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his daughter Maureen Deiana and his 3 siblings. Bob was born July 19, 1937 in Hopkinton, MA son of the late Mary (Oates) and Francis Deiana. His roots were in Hopkinton where he graduated from Hopkinton High School in 1954. He then earned his Bachelor's Degree from The College of the Holy Cross in 1958 followed by his Law degree from Georgetown University. He served proudly as a JAG in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. Following his military service he began a distinguished career practicing law at Mirick O'Connell Esq. in Worcester that spanned 42 years. He was a Vice President of the Massachusetts Bar Association and a Trustee at the Greendale YMCA. Bob and Theresa realized a life long dream together when they purchased their home in Pocasset on Cape Cod where they spent 25 happy years together. During the summers Bob reveled in the sound of a tennis ball hitting the court as he played often or the gentle splash of his sailboat finding its way into the harbor down the road from his home on Cape Cod. He'll be remembered as a loving husband and father that lived a full life with quiet humility. All are welcome to a Funeral Mass to be celebrated for Bob on Friday February 24th at 11:00am at St. Mary's Church 17 Waterville St. N. Grafton, MA 01536. There are no calling hours. He will then be laid to rest at Pine Grove Cemetery in North Grafton. Please honor Bob with a memorial donation to The American Cancer Society PO Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or online at www.Cancer.org. Please visit a Book of Memories to share a story, memory or message of sympathy with his family online at:

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Feb. 20 to Feb. 21, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Deiana

8 Entries

Jim Cosgrove

February 24, 2017

Dear Theresa, Robert, Thomas and All the Family,

Bob and I crossed paths in Worcester practicing law from time to time and we came to like one another. He was one of the nicest people I've had the blessing to know. I am very sorry for your loss of Bob, now born to Eternal Life and Love in Our Lord.

He and you are and will remain in my prayers.

a loved one

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Ken Mierzykowski

February 23, 2017

Bob and I enjoyed many great times at the Greendale YMCA. A quiet kind and gentle man who enjoyed his tennis passionately. We played often. As the Chair of the Greendale Board, Bob and I would enjoy a quiet lunch at the Millbrook Restaurant to discuss the coming agenda and other world events. We became close friends during that time and I will miss him. My deepest condolences to the family and his friends. He will be missed.

February 23, 2017

So sorry Tom for the loss of your dad, sending prayers for you and your family, God is good let him wrap his arms around you all with his comfort and love.
Amen,
Sharon Cordeiro BBA

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February 22, 2017

We have lost one of the most gentle and kind people I have ever had the privilege to know. I was proud to have Bob as my friend, my mentor, my confidante. Bob could make me smile during the low times as well as the high times. He was a very special person in every way and I will miss him terribly. He was one of a kind.
Theresa, Robert and Thomas, you have my deepest sympathy.
Susan Blanchette

February 21, 2017

Dear Theresa and family

You know how much Bob meant to me. Our friendship continued past all our great years of tennis together. I enjoyed getting together for lunches over the last several years and Sandy and I enjoyed our time together with Bob and Theresa at the Cape. He was one of the finest people that I ever knew and we will miss him.
We send our condolences to you and your family and also sorry that will miss the service since we are in Florida as you know. Our prayers are with you and your family

Love Sandy and Bill Place

A Grateful American

February 21, 2017

Though our grateful nation mourns with you in your loss, we can only feel a small part of the loss you are experiencing.

Your loved one will always be a part of our country's story. As such, their sacrifice on behalf of our nation will always be honored.

In deepest sympathy.

A Grafton resident

February 20, 2017

He was a class act!! Condolences to his family

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