Robert G. MacMichael
1925 - 2014
Robert G. MacMichael
1925 - 2014
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BORN
1925
DIED
2014
Robert MacMichael Obituary
Bob was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving during World War II in the Pacific Theatre at Guadalcanal and Okinawa. Bob owned and operated his painting and window company in Elkins, Bob's Shop, for over 50 years. He loved his work and worked diligently in it until physically unable to continue in 2012. He continued to manage the business until his final days and was very proud to have worked independently for as long as he had. In his earlier years Bob had also worked at Twin Lake Villa in Springfield, for Joy Manufacturing in Claremont and for the Cleveland family in New London during the 1960's.
Bob and Janet were presented the Third of a Century Award in 1996 for their community support and involvement. Bob is twice Past Commander and 55 year member of the American Legion Post #40. He is past Noble Grand and 60 year member of Heidelberg Lodge #92 IOOF and 50+ year member of the New London Service Organization. He is also a longtime member of the Elkins Chapel Society, the Elkins Bandstand Committee, The First Baptist Church of New London and New London Boys Club. In 1988 he received the Beall Award from the Boys Club for his dedication to family and community. Bob had also served the Town of New London as Selectman for 9 years, Ballot Clerk and Forest Fire Warden.
He was predeceased by a son, R. David "Bobby" MacMichael, in 1994.
Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Janet (Lull) MacMichael; a son, Douglas of New London; a daughter, Shannon (MacMichael) MacLeod and her husband, Philip of Elkins; six grandchildren, Melissa, Scott, Josh, Blake, Taylor and Lyndsey; and six great-grandchildren, Payton, Skylar, Levi, MacKenzie, Madelyn and Conor.
There are no calling hours.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 6, at 11 a.m. at The First Baptist Church, 461 Main St., New London with the Rev. Dr. Allen Koop, pastor of the Elkins Chapel, officiating.
Burial with military honors and services conducted by Heidelberg Lodge #92 IOOF will follow at 2 p.m. at the Elkins Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lake Sunapee Region Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice, P.O. Box 2209, New London, NH 03257 or the Scytheville/Elkins Sesquicentennial Committee for care of the Elkins Bandstand, c/o Fred Pryor, PO Box 132, Elkins, NH 03233.
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Bud & Christine Nelson
June 11, 2014
We are so sorry to learn of Bob's passing.. Condolences to you..
Bud & Christine Nelson
May 15, 2014
Dear Janet,
Doug and I were so sorry to learn of your loss. We have so many wonderful memories of Bob. Please know that you and your family are in our family's thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Laura Mathewson
WW II Memorial, Washington DC
May 10, 2014
May 6, 2014 World War II Memorial, Washington DC
May 10, 2014
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May 9, 2014
Dear Janet, Shannon & Doug,
Our condolences.
The Bryant's & Chacho's
Gail Matthews
May 7, 2014
Bob was a wonderful gentleman who loved his community and was so good to people. It was a pleasure to engage him in conversation or to hire his services. He shall be missed this one of a kind man. My sympathies to his family and friends but Bob will be remembered.
Bill & Annette Granger
May 7, 2014
To the MacMichael family. We are sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
May 5, 2014
Dear Janet and Family, we are saddened by the lose of one of the town's finest citizens and a gentle man with a huge heart. Bob took great pride in his community and worked hard to keep it the wonderful place he so dearly loved. He will be truly missed; Town Meetings will never be the same.
Peter and Kathy Bianchi
Sue & John LaVolpicelo
May 5, 2014
Dear Janet, Shannon & Doug,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Bob was a wonderful man. How lucky you all are to have had such a special husband, dad, and grandfather. God bless.
Claudia and Jim Lewis
May 4, 2014
I am going to miss my sweet Uncle Bob. Jimmy and I send our sympathy to a wonderful and loving family.
John Homan
May 4, 2014
Deepest sympathy to Janet, Doug, Shannon and all grandchildren. Bob was a true family friend for 3 generations and will be sorely missed. He will have a special place in heaven.
Lisa L Bell
May 3, 2014
Bob, I will place a rose in front of the NH wreath at the WWII memorial in DC Tuesday evening at 5pm. My heart, prayers, and love to you all.
May 3, 2014
Our condolences to Janet and the rest of the MacMichael family on the loss of a fine man and a good friend.
Fred and Ida Perabo
Stephanie Wheeler
May 3, 2014
Dear Janet, Doug, Shannon and Family,
We are saddened at the loss of your and our Bob. He was loved and respected by the whole town, especially in the hamlet of his Elkins. He will be sorely missed. Our love, hearts and prayers go out to you as you mourn the loss of your very special,gentle and loving man.
With our Love,
Stephanie, Jim and Jackson Wheeler
Dave & Bev Dunning
May 2, 2014
We sure will miss Bob. We sympathize with his family.
David Barton
May 2, 2014
I remember many happy times with Bob and family. These days go back to" Pleasant Lake Lodge" when I was a younger person and followed for many years after that when our family bought land and still live on Pleasant Lake. Janet, Doug and Shannon and family my thoughts are with you at this time.!
Dave Barton
Tina and Bill Helm
May 2, 2014
Dear McMichael Family - It is with such great sadness that we have learned of Bob's passing. Though we are new to the Town of New London, he has always embraced, with such warmth, our involvement in this wonderful Town, which we, too, have grown to love as deeply as he has. His stories, always told with such good humor and love of the history of the area, have enriched our knowledge of the area. His support of our leadership roles in the Town has made him a wonderful mentor for us. He is truly "The Mayor of Elkins",and always will be. We have lost a very special human being.
Tina and Bill Helm
May 2, 2014
Dear Janet and Family, I had the great pleasure of working with Bob on several storm window jobs. He was always upbeat; I loved his "can do" attitude. And, how wonderful to know him as the great person he was. I'll always remember his smile and his warmth. With so much warmth to you, Bruce Williamson (Lebanon and Pleasant Lake)
Marilyn Kidder
May 2, 2014
To the MacMichael family,another icon of our community has passed. Bob gave so much and cared so much about the wonderful and special place that he lived in! They surely broke the mold. He'll be greatly missed!
Andrea Carmichael
May 1, 2014
Janet,Doug ,Scotty,Shannon,Levi & family- so sorry for your loss. I feel blessed to have met "papa". He was so proud when Levi was welcomed into the world & he had the chance to bond with him. Your memories and lessons learned by your Papa will be with you forever. Sorry I can't be with you right now. Love to all
Jill Barrett Feneberg
May 1, 2014
Dear Janet, Dougie, Shannon and Family,
My heart is broken to hear this sad news. It is so hard to imagine Elkins without him. My memories of growing up in Elkins are quite entwined with his sense of humor and many kindnesses. He was such a dear friend to my entire family and will be deeply missed. My thoughts and my prayers are with you.
Much love to all,
Jill
Gary Greene
May 1, 2014
Janet... Bob and I shared many a long reflection on life as we measured up canopy jobs. It was obvious that Bob consistently put his family, church, community and country ahead of himself. He was an honorable and inspiring gentleman and a privilege to have known. Virginia joins me in sending you and your family our heartfelt sympathies.
May 1, 2014
Janet & Family, My love goes to all of you at this time. "Dad" as I called him was near and dear to my heart as are all of you. I will miss seeing him and his smile. His love will live on in all of us and this community for a very long time. He was a sweet, gentle and loving man. XOXO Roxanne
May 1, 2014
Papa you will be dearly missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. Brandi (LSB)
Evelynn Nolin Pearson
May 1, 2014
Dear Aunt Janet, Shannon and Dougie,
As you know, I grew up with my precious cousin Bobby, spending many wonderful hours/years in Elkins. The love and affection from my Uncle, always made me feel happy and secure. He would remind me from time to time, to be a "good girl", knowing that I was a spirited lass and could easily stumbled into trouble. Any sternness he used, always melted into love. I loved him as a child and as an adult. My memories of my Uncle Bob will always make me feel secure and loved.
My mother who passed away 10 years ago this month, adored her "baby brother Bobby". They now share a wonderful place in heaven.
I love each of you. God Bless you.
Baby Evelynn
April 30, 2014
Janice and family, Bob (thoughtful, caring, loving} was a friend to me and many others. Find comfort in family and friends,in Bob's love for you,in memories of his life, and in your faith.
My payers, love and thoughts are with all of you, Lloyd
April 30, 2014
Uncle Bob to some. The Mayor of Elkins to many. The sweetest, kindest, most gentle man to all.
Sheila
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