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Robert Giblin Obituary

GIBLIN, Robert W. Of Walpole, formerly of Belmont, Barrington RI and Westwood, died July 25th 2009. Beloved husband to Jeanne M. (Gilligan) Giblin for 54 years. Loving father of Jeanne Giblin Raftery and her husband David of Walpole and Robert T. Giblin and his wife Susan of Hingham. Devoted grandfather of Brendan and Jacqueline Raftery and Alexander, Morgan and Madison Giblin. Brother of Ruth Mollica of Concord NH and the late Edward Giblin. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visiting hours in the Holden, Dunn and Lawler Funeral Home, 55 High Rock St. (off Route 109) WESTWOOD on Tuesday July 28th from 4-8pm. Funeral from the funeral home on Wednesday morning July 29th at 8am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Timothy's Church, 650 Nichols St., Norwood at 9am. Interment at New Westwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Robert's memory to the American Heart Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. Holden-Dunn-Lawler www.hdlfuneralhome.net

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 27 to Jul. 28, 2009.

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Jacqueline Raftery

August 24, 2009

Dear Grampy,
Thank you so much for the best 14 years of my life. I'll never forget all the happy and fun times we spent together. You told me so many great stories and shared all of the things you went through in your life, I don't think I could've gone through half of it. You were such a strong guy, the strongest I ever knew. I felt so safe with you. I miss going to your house and chowing down popcorn while watching Spongebob! Good times!! It's been a tough month and it will only get harder, but the memories & love you gave me will never fade. Remember, "When I count my blessings, I count you twice!" I love you so much and I miss you like crazy! xoxoxoxoxoxo love always as always,
Chickadee xoxoxoxoxoxo

July 29, 2009

Dear Jeannie and family,
Our heartfelt condolences to your Mom, David, Brendan and Jackie. His loving support, smile and constant encouragement were a pleasure to behold. We will dearly miss him at the rink.
Our thoughts and prayers

John and Sandy Chadis

Joanie Glick

July 28, 2009

Dear Giblin Family,
My deepest condolences are with you at this time. The world has lost a wonderful, kind and thoughtful man. I have known Mr. Giblin since I was 9 ( now 49) and he always brought a smile to my face. I will miss his presence dearly at the rink and in this world. Mrs. Giblin, your husband will be watching over you and your family always with a smile on his face. I will miss him dearly. With my deepest regrets and sympathy. Joanie Glick and family.

Jodi (Johnson) Genest

July 28, 2009

Dear Giiblin Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He was a great friend to my parents and he will be missed by our entire family.

July 27, 2009

Dear Giblin Family,

Your family has been a part of our family for over 50 years. I know that Bob has meant so much to my mom and dad for so long!

We were all so saddened to hear of the passing of Bob. Despite our grief, we celebrate the life of your wonderful husband and father!! He is indeed a very special soul!

Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

With deepest sympathies,
Maura Johnson Lawry & Family

Kevin & Hope Gaffney

July 27, 2009

Dear Jeanne and Family, May God Bless you at this very difficult time. We will all miss Bob - he was a wonderful man. We extend our sincere sympathy to all of you. Hope and Kevin

Joanne Chakalis

July 27, 2009

Dear Rob, Sue & Family,
Sorry to hear about your father. May his memories be everlasting. Thinking of you.
Warmest Regards,
Jim & Joanne Chakalis

July 27, 2009

Dear Giblin Family, we are so sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go to the entire Family. Love, The Bochman's (Hingham, MA)

Juli Creedon

July 27, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Philip O'Cone

July 27, 2009

Dear Giblin Family,

We were very sorry to hear of your loss and want to extend our sincere sympathy and condolences. Mr. Giblin was a terrific guy and we will miss seeing him at Alex's hockey games. God Bless all of you.

The O'Cones

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