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Robert McCormick Obituary

Robert D. McCormick, Sr. Of Falmouth formerly of Needham, Septem- ber 21, 2016. Beloved husband of 60 years to Mildred M. (Reddish) McCormick. Devoted father of Karen McCormick of Washington D.C., Stephen McCormick and his wife Colleen of Medfield, Brian McCormick and his wife Malgorzata of Holliston, Robert D. McCormick Jr. and his wife Maura of Falmouth, and Paul McCormick of Needham. Grandfather of Mark, Patrick, Michael, Kasia, Erin, Kimberly, and Brian. Bob was a manager for N.E. Telephone for 38 years and a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America. He was Past President of the Needham Exchange Club and Past President and current Dock Master of the Old Stone Dock Association of Falmouth. Korean Conflict Veteran, United States Marine Corps. His funeral was held from the George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 1305 Highland Ave., Needham, Monday, Sept. 26 at 9am followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Joseph Church, Needham at 10am. Interment in Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne at 12:45pm. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours at the funeral home were on Sunday, Sept. 25 from 2-6pm. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in Bobs memory to the Home for Little Wanderers, 10 Guest St., P.O. Box 55785, Boston, MA 02205-8183. Online guestbook at gfdoherty.com.

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Published by The Needham Times from Sep. 28 to Oct. 6, 2016.

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Bob Willhauck

September 16, 2020

To the McCormick family. I'm so often reminded of Bob, and his steady unwavering faith and his love for his family. He and I share a bond as Marines and when we were together memories of the old days always surfaced. Bob was one of those people you meet in your life's journey that for many reasons, impacts you, and for his impact on me I'm forever grateful.
Bob & Sandy Willhauck

Emily McCormick-Crowell

September 29, 2016

Rest easy uncle Bob. Your beautiful kind spirit will live on through our family forever. Im sad that you are gone but glad you are with my dad. Aunt Millie and family im so sorry for your loss.

Love always Emily and family.

September 29, 2016

Bob was a real gentleman, he leaves wonderful memories for all. Our sympathy to Mildred and family.
Helen and Mel Colman

Jim Holland

September 26, 2016

Karen,

Sending thoughts and prayers your way during this difficult time.

September 25, 2016

Rest in the sweetest of peace Mr. McCormick. You will always be, 'just a prayer away.' With love to you and your family. Always and forever... the DiGiacomo family.

September 25, 2016

To the entire McCormick Family, our deepest condolences for the loss of such a kind and wonderful man. Love, Michelle and Neil

September 25, 2016

A great friend and confidant. l will miss him and our frequent conversations. My condolences to Mildred and all the family.
Love,
Jim Blase

Chris Salvucci

September 24, 2016

Dear Karen, Michael, Kim and the whole McCormick family,
My thoughts and deepest sympathy are with you at this very sad time. It's not easy when someone who has been with you your entire life is no longer there. My heart aches knowing the loss you are feeling. My love and prayers are with you always...
Love
Chris

Marianne Squires

September 23, 2016

Dear Karen, Rich and I want to express our condolences and sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your father. I loved when he would visit you at work. We had some great talks and I loved making him laugh! ~Lots of love, Marianne

Chris Peters

September 23, 2016

To The McCormick Family

First of all, I would like to express my condolences of the great loss of your father and grandfather.

I remember meeting Bob McCormick on Fair Oaks Park St in Needham, MA in 1987. I recalled him as a very delightful man. I addressed him as Mr. McCormick and he in turn addressed me as Mr. Peters, and all I did was graduate with Brian...lol

September 23, 2016

Sandy and I are deeply saddened by Bob's passing. His legacy is his family of which he was very proud. Farewell, Marine and Semper Fi
Bob & Sandy Willhauck

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Sep

25

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Needham

1305 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492

Sep

26

Funeral

9:00 a.m.

George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Needham

1305 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492

Sep

26

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Joseph Church

Needham, MA

Sep

26

Interment

12:45 p.m.

Massachusetts National Cemetery

Bourne, MA

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1305 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492

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