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Robert Laurie Obituary
Born in Pawtucket he was the son of the late Earl F. and Helen (McNally) Laurie. He resided in Cumberland for the past 28 years.
He was employed as a service advisor by Bald Hill Dodge, Warwick for the past four years.
He was a U. S. Navy veteran serving six tours of duty in Vietnam having served aboard the USS Grasp.
Besides his wife he leaves three children, Thomas DeSalvo of Johnston, Kimberly DeSalvo of North Attleboro and Scott DeSalvo of Cumberland. Also surviving are a brother, Frederic and his wife Carol Laurie of Lexington, SC and grandchildren Sara, Thomas, Samuel, Alyssa and Ella DeSalvo.
His funeral service with military honors will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the J. J. Duffy Funeral Home, 757 Mendon Rd. Rt. 122, Cumberland. Burial will be private. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Calling hours Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Directions/guestbook: jjduffyfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Laurie
Jason Hindley
November 17, 2008
Dear Maureen and Family,
I am very sorry to haved learned of the loss of your husband/loved one. I will pray for your strength through this difficult time. Sincerely,
AnnMarie Smith
November 14, 2008
I want to express my Deepest Sympathy to your entire family, from a friend at metlife who works with Elizabeth...
John & Patricia Acton
November 13, 2008
Maureen, we are very sorry to hear about Bob, and will always remember him walking down the dock and always saying hello and a smile...
John and Pat
Boat: British Connection
Sue (Parker) Jackson
November 12, 2008
Bob was an awesome man and a good friend of our dad... We know he will welcome him w/ open arms in Heaven. You all have our sincere condolences... The Parkers
Lu-Ann Perkins
November 12, 2008
Hi Let me frist start off by saying how sorry i am for your lost. I have know bob for a long time he is the nices man i have ever ment .He alway treated me very well at Bald Hill. i would bring him in choc candy all the time. Every Valetimes he and the others there would get a choc rose from me just to say thank you . I will miss him dearly . I now my spelling is bad but he knows how i feel from my heart not my missed spelled words.You will be missed :(
Mike and Debbie McGrath
November 12, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Paulo Martins
November 11, 2008
I have been honored to work with Bob at Bald Hill for the past four years. I have been honored to call him not only a co-worker but also a friend. He will be remembered by lots of people as a great man. Please accept my sympathys.
Roz Flanders
November 11, 2008
Bob,
You were a pleasure to work with..You were a great man, you were always good to me. You will be missed by all..
Love Roz
Donna
November 11, 2008
To my friend Bob,
You always made me smile when I would come into Baldhill Dodge..You were a big man with a big heart..You will be missed by so many, especially me..
Miss you,
Donna
Paul Martinelli
November 10, 2008
Bob,
You always had a way of making everyone around you better in one way shape or form. My condolences go out to the family and friends of Bob. Bob was there for me with some words of comfort when my son was born prematurely (3lbs 6 oz) and I can't thank him enough for that. Paul Fortin said it best, you were like a father to a lot of people at BHD and your saying will always stick with me. "Don't be sorry be happy." I won't forget that saying and I will never forget you.
Cheryl Leone
November 10, 2008
Moe, sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I very much enjoyed working with Bob at BHD and am glad to have known him. He was special. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Cheryl Leone
Robin Trudeau
November 10, 2008
Kim, My deepest sympathy to you and your family in your time of grief. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
donna hicks
November 10, 2008
bob,i will always remember your smile and kindness.you will always be forever missed ,but remain in my heart.
donna hicks
Paul Fortin
November 10, 2008
Bob, You will always be remembered in my heart. A gentileman, a friend, a person who helped me throught some tough times. I love you like a Dad. Thank you for always watching my back.
Paul F
Katherine (Whalen) Young
November 9, 2008
My condolences to his family Bobby was a good person
Janice (Laurie) Taylor
November 9, 2008
You were always my favorite cousin. I may have moved to Kansas but you were always in my heart. My cousin, my best friend forever.
DICK QUINN
November 9, 2008
MAUREEN, TOM VERY SORRY TO HEAR BOB PASSED. HAD MANY A GOOD TIME WHEN WE WORKED TOGETHER AT MENARD.
DICK QUINN, PALM BAY FL
A friend
November 9, 2008
I have know Bob since we were 12 years old and I cannot tell you had saddened I was to read about his death. My sincere sympathy goes out to his family at this very sad time. God Bless
Dora Scione
November 9, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with Maureen Laurie. Bob was such a great person. He served his country well during wartime and will not be forgotten.
robert landry
November 9, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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