Robert Louis Vietry

Robert Vietry Obituary

VIETRY, ROBERT LOUIS 61, of Cranston, loving son, husband, father, grandfather, ardent fisherman, and owner of Commercial Digital Telephone, died Sunday with his family by his side.

Born in Providence, son of Louise (Caluori) Vietry of Cranston and the late Leonard Vietry. Bob was a veteran of Vietnam, serving in the United States Air Force, and a longtime salesman for DuBois Chemicals prior to starting his own business. In addition to his family, 'Bobby', as he was known to his buddies, had a second love, fishing. He was the proud captain of his boat, Moonbeam.

Bob is also survived by his wonderful wife June (Cunha) Vietry, his loving son Ret. Air Force Major Jason T. Vietry and his wife Shari of NH, and his adoring daughters Samantha A. Vietry of R.I., Stephanie M. Vietry of R.I. and proud grandfather of Alec J. Vietry.

His funeral will be held on Thursday at 8:45 a.m. from 'WOODLAWN' Funeral Home 600 Pontiac Ave., Cranston, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, Cranston. Burial with military honors will be in St. Ann's Cemetery. CALLING HOURS WEDNESDAY 5-9 p.m. In Lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Robert's name to a charity of your choice. Visit www.WoodlawnGattone.com for online condolences.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Oct. 14, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Vietry

11 Entries

Ron Ronci

October 16, 2008

We were best friends growing up lots of good memories. I always think of him. My condolences to his family he will be missed.

CAROL LABONVILLE

October 15, 2008

HI JUNE, YOU PROBABLY DON'T REMEMBER ME, BUT I WORKED AT CEDAR CREST AND YOU AT ONE TIME WRE MY CHARGE NURSE. I JUST WANTED TO SAY HOW SORRY I AM ABOUT THE PASSING OF YOUR HUSBAND,ALTHOUGH I NEVER KNEW HIM, I KNEW YOU. I ALWAYS THOUGHT YOU WERE A GREAT AND KIND HEARTED LADY. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS,
CAROL (BENNETT) LABONVILLE

ERNIE MCNEIL

October 15, 2008

JUNE AND JAY
ALTHOUGH I HAVENOT SEEN YOU IN YEARS I REMEMBER BOBBY VERY WELL THE TIME HE TOOK ME FISHING MANY YEARS AGO WHEN I WAS ABOUT 12. I NEVER FOR GOT IT.YOU
HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY INYOUR TIME OF LOSS.

Bob Matteson

October 15, 2008

June & family ~
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your children. Bob was a wonderful man and will be missed. We were just talking about the old days with DuBois Chemical!
Once again, our deepest sympathy.
Bob & Helen Matteson

Lia Benevides

October 14, 2008

Sam & Steph -

I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. I will always remember him at the soccer games. He was so proud of both of you and he gleamed with joy every time he spoke about you two.

With sincere sympathy,
Lia "Stingers"

Jenna Iannelli

October 14, 2008

Sam, Ste, Jason & Mrs. Vietry

Words cannot express the sympathy with which I write these words. I cannot begin to imagine the loss that you have experienced however; I can offer my support and love to you in this difficult time. Mr. Vietry to me was the epitome of a Father. He was supportive, kind, encouraging, loving, and protective and not just with his own children but also with their friends. He welcomed us into his home, asked us about our lives, offered words of wisdom, and gave us advice about life, love, and our futures. He was not afraid to let us know if we were messing up especially when it came to boys! He looked out for us in a way that was special and unique; it was a true testament to his character. The Vietry home has always been a place where everyone is welcome and everyone is fair game for jokes! We literally would walk right in the front door, never needing to knock and would be greeted by the Vietry’s with open arms. I grew up on the soccer field with Sam and Steph and was thus lucky enough to have Mr. Vietry as a source of constant encouragement and advice about our favorite sport. His smiling face could be found on the sideline of each and every one of our games. Mr. Vietry was extremely dedicated to supporting his girls in their pursuit of soccer as well as everything else in their lives. I know that the love and care Mr. Vietry has given his children as well as all of us has truly impacted our lives. He will live on, not only through our memories but also through the lives of everyone that he has touched. My heart goes out to everyone who is suffering the loss of Mr. Vietry, I know he will be greatly missed.

With Love and Sympathy

Bill Turgeon

October 14, 2008

June, Sam, and Steff,

I was introduced to Bob when I first joined ATCO some years ago. Although that business did not exactly take off like many of us had hoped, it did allow me to get know Bob. Even after ATCO was long gone, I remained in touch with Bob as customer of CDT. I will miss Bob. He was a man that never had a problem with speaking what was on his mind, and I greatly respect him for that. Please always remember the goods times you had with Bob. I know I certainly will.

Nicole Renzulli

October 14, 2008

Sam, Ste, Jason, & June,

Life flows with strong undercurrents, much like the open sea, where your father (and husband) got such pleasure fishing. Each arriving swell brings its distinct challenges and opportunities, along with its unique stresses and pressures. I know that whenever two of my best friends (Sam & Ste) had trouble dealing with any turbulence caused by the rough waves of life, they could always count on their captain, their father- to right the ship if it began to list. His obvious love and support for his family is one of the things that made me respect Mr. Vietry the most. Bob’s caring personality also branched out further than his family… He cared for the girls’ friends like they were his extended family and that has always been greatly appreciated. It will never be the same walking through the front door at 162 Wayland Ave, because no longer will I hear “Hey Niiiiiicole, you changed your hair AGAIN!” from a smiling Mr. Vietry, leaning on the kitchen counter. The door was always open for friends of his children and that was so comforting to know growing up. I will always remember Mr. Vietry as a giving and unselfish person… Even during the last days of his life, he soldiered on bravely, as he had done in Vietnam many years ago, more concerned about the people that he loved than any discomfort that he was feeling. True to his unselfish temperament, he dug into the depths of his substantial courage to stay around as long as he could and to continue to share valuable lessons with his children. I know that his children will live a better life because of these lessons and that they will go on to share them with their own children. In closing, I have no idea how one can come to terms with such a great loss. My only idea is to remember everything that Mr. Vietry shared with us and be happy that he has gone to a better place where he will continue to watch over his family and friends, just like he always has. Sam, Steph, Jason, and June… my heart goes out to you during this trying time, but I am confident that you will ultimately show the same strength to overcome as Mr. Vietry did over the course of his life.

With Love & Sympathy,

FRANK AND LIZ RENZULLI

October 14, 2008

SAM AND STEFF, YOUR DAD WAS IN OUR THOUGHTS FROM THE MOMENT WE WERE TOLD OF HIS ILLNESS. I WANT TO TELL YOU OF THE TIME WE (FRANK AND I ) RAN INTO BOB ONE DAY AT A SANDWICH SHOP AND WE STATED TALKING ABOUT THE KIDS AND WHAT THEY WERE UP TO, IT WAS WRITTEN ALL OVER HIS FACE HOW PROUD HE WAS OF ALL HIS CHILDREN!! HE TOLD US HOW HAPPY HE WAS THAT YOU GIRLS HAD FINISHED COLLAGE, HAD GOOD JOBS AND WERE ABLE TO TAKE CARE OF YOURSELVES. IT WAS SO EASY TO SEE HOW MUCH HE LOVED YOU ALL VERY MUCH AND HOW VERY PROUD HE WAS OF YOU, SO IN THOSE MOMENTS WHEN YOUR ALONE AND THINKING OF HIM JUST REMEBER HOW MUCH HE LOVED YOU AND HOW PROUD HE WAS OF YOU. JUNE, MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND I HOPE THAT THE KIDS CAN HELP YOU IN THIS TIME OF NEED. THERE IS NO ANSWER WHY THIS HAPPENS TO SOMEONE STILL SO YOUNG !! IF YOU NEED A GOOD CRY DO IT, THEN HOLD ON TO THE THOUGHTS OF ALL THE GOOD TIMES YOU SHARED WITH BOB.

Dan Caluori

October 14, 2008

June, Jason, Samantha and Stephanie. Our family is broken over your loss. Cousin Robert was very influential in my life, growing up he introduced me to a love of the ocean, that will always be a part of my life. I will never forget the very very early mornings when he would go hunting or fishing with my Dad, brothers, Jerry and others, and I would get up with them, in my "feetie" (Dr. Dentons) pajamas wishing I could go with them. Then I would wait till noon anticipating their return and to see who bagged more game. Those days are memories that I will always cherish. My father and mother loved Robert for the good man he was, the salesman, electrician, hunter, fisherman, father and husband. I know from talking with him for hours on the phone, how much he loved each of you, he would always recount the latest achievement for Jay, Sam and Steph, he was so very proud of each of you! Our love and prays flow out to you.

He will be greatly missed and you all can be proud in knowing that he was a standup guy! God Bless you and support you in your time of grief.

Cousin Dan, Helena, Alexandra, Allegra and Max.

Joe Barbieri

October 14, 2008

To June, the Girls and Jason,
Please accept our sincere sympathy for the loss of Bobby. He was a good friend to me and I will miss him terribly. Sorrow goes beyond what I can express at this time. He was a great guy, a wonderful fishing buddy and I will always hold him dear in my heart. My only regret is that I was not able to be home to see him before his passing. Take care everyone. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers. Joe and Deborah Barbieri.

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