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Robert DePerry Obituary
Bob was born May 14, 1927, in Westerly, the son of Joseph and Edith (Chase) DePerry. A lifelong resident of the area, he attended local schools and married the love of his life, June L. Hotaling on July 13, 1947, in Pawcatuck. They had been married for 61 years; she survives.
Bob was an Army Veteran of World War II; he held rank as a sergeant and taught classes in artillery and weapons instruction. After his time served in the U.S. Army, he went to work as a painting supervisor at Electric Boat, retiring in 1989.
A loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Bob enjoyed spending time with his family, an exceptional night out was taking June out for a great dinner. A man of many interests, Bob enjoyed fishing in the company of his dog, Cookie; traveling, woodworking and even cooking. He was also an loyal N.Y. Giants fan. In his earlier days, Bob enjoyed piloting airplanes.
In addition to his wife, June, of Pawcatuck, he is survived by his son, Robert DePerry Jr. and his fiancée, Donnajean Nadeau of Stonington; his brother, Edward DePerry and his wife, Madeline of Westerly: his sister, Marge Champlin of Oklahoma; four grandchildren, Raina J. DePerry Shiffer and her husband, Michael of Chapel Hill, N.C., Robert M. DePerry III of Pawcatuck, John Mallette Jr. of Norwich, and Maryann Bermudez of Stonington; a great-grandson, Leonard L. Bermudez III; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived by his special dog, Sassie, grand-dogter, Niki and special friends, Jim and Nancy Beames, Norma, Brian and Lynn Whewell and Milton and Doris Frink.
Calling hours will be held at Mystic Funeral Home, Route 1, Mystic on Friday evening, Oct. 17, from 5 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Mystic Funeral Home Saturday morning, Oct. 18, at 10 a.m. Burial with military honors will follow at Stonington Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Bob's memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 306 Industrial Park Road, Middletown, CT 06457 or to the American Heart Association, 5 Brookside Drive, Wallingford, CT 06492.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert DePerry
Lisa Dittman
October 18, 2008
Dear June,
So sorry to hear about your loss. I will always remember the many laughs we shared. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Lisa
Bob DePerry Jr.
October 18, 2008
I love you and miss you Dad. You were the most incredible Father / Grandfather and Husband anyone could ever ask for. You brought joy and happness to all of us.You were compassionate, caring and sincere.
You will be sadly missed by all.
Mom, Donna and I would like to thank all of you for the nice letters of condolences you left here.
Kim Cercena-Jones
October 17, 2008
To Mrs. Deperry and Bobby,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. I have great memories of Mr. Deperry when I was growing up. I will always remember his deep voice and smile.
Raina and Bobby DePerry
October 17, 2008
In loving memory of Grampa from his only grandchildren... Our fondest memories of Grampa were the summers we spent on vacation in Maine. Grampa was always quick to joke and laugh with us and all of our friends. Grampa was always there to support us throughout our childhood and we will forever be grateful that he dedicated so much of his life to us. He will be greatly missed. Love, Raina and Bobby III
Becky Dyer
October 17, 2008
Raina & Bobby, I was so sad to hear of your grandfathers passing. I have lot's of memories of our time with him! He loved calling me "sicky". The good ole days. He will be missed but never forgotten. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.
John Champlin
October 17, 2008
Dear Aunt June and Bobby, Uncle Bob was very special to us,We will miss our phone calls and visits. John, Sharon and Jacqueline Champlin.
LAUREN DONOVAN
October 16, 2008
UNCLE BOB WAS A GREAT COMIC! HEY ALWAY KNOW HOW TO MAKE YOU LAUGH. HE WAS A WONDERFUL PEROSN AND WILL BE MISSED DEEPLY.
Janet DePerry
October 16, 2008
Dear Aunt June and Bobby,
I wish I could be there in New England, but I cann't. I loved Uncle so much and will miss him with all of my heart. My prayers to you all. With love, Janet
Jared, Tracy, Paula and Donald Swain
October 16, 2008
TO: Grandma DePerry, Raina and Bobby,
We are so sorry to hear about the Loss of Grandpa DePerry, he was a very unique person whom we will never forget. May your memories of him be of wonderful comfort to you all. He may be missed but will never be forgotten.
With our Thoughts, Prays and Love
Helen Pribesh
October 16, 2008
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Eric Boada
October 16, 2008
Please accept my condolences for your loss. Words can never express what is really in our hearts. May his soul go with God, and rest in peace.
Scott Gladstone
October 16, 2008
Wishing you my heartfelt sympathy.
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