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Robert Dumas Obituary
Robert Christopher Dumas, 45 years of age, of Midland, NC passed away Thursday, June 11, 2015 at his home surrounded by his family. Rob was a true Mountain Man who made friends everywhere he went. Whether it was hunting, ice fishing, 4 wheeling, mud bogging or sitting by a bon fire he was the happiest in the great outdoors. Robert was born October 9, 1969 in Danbury, Connecticut to Robert Peter Dumas of New Milford, CT and the late Marie Louise Viviano Dumas formerly of Danbury, CT. He was also preceded in death by his step-father, John VanLew. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Sunday, June 14, 2015 at Hartsell Funeral Home of Midland. The funeral service will be at 1:00 pm on Monday, June 15, 2015 at St. Luke Catholic Church, officiated by Father Paul Gary. At other times the family will be gathering at the home. In addition to his father and step-mother, Doreen Dumas, he is survived by his wife, Nicole Anna Lorusso Dumas and step-son, Anthony Akra of Midland, NC (formerly of Prospect, CT); brothers, Doug Pilla of Jupitor, FL, Dennis Pilla of Tequesta, FL, and Jason Dumas of New Milford, CT; sisters, Allyson Dumas and Michelle Dumas, both of New Milford, CT; step-sisters; Denise Ferro of Burlington, CT; Debby Biathrow and Lorrie Pehm, both of West Rutland, VT; step-brother, Randy VanLew of Pawling, NY, several nieces and a nephew. Memorials may be made to Hartsell Funeral Home, c/o Robert Dumas Account, PO Box 100, Midland, NC 28107 or by phone #704-888-5571 for funeral expenses. Hartsell Funeral Home of Midland is serving the Dumas family. Online condolences may be made at www.hartsellfh.com.
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Philip Cormier
June 19, 2015
R.I.P. I'm blessed to have met you in High School along with the rest of your family. It was always exciting being with Rob he really lit up a room, his love of life and living it to its fullest surrounded by friends and family reflected in the smiles on the faces around him. He was a good hearted soul, abundantly apparent if you got the pleasure of knowing him. Peace Rob! Love you Ally & Jason. So sorry for your loss Nicole.
Brittany Conn
June 18, 2015
I never met you. But I do know your sister and your niece. They both are loving caring people. So I'm sure you were too. I'm sorry you were taken so early from your family and friends. But I know as does everyone else that you are out of pain. And are in a much better place with your mom.
Kim Langyel
June 16, 2015
RIP Robert may your eternal life now with the lord be sweet and restful. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends. Amen!
Erin Arnott /Mace
June 16, 2015
My heart and prayers are with you all, especially you Allyson, and Michelle, Doreen and Bob, you were like family to me growing up and all your admirable strength these years has pulled you through many difficult times, I hope you all remain strong with love and be blessed with peace.
Debi Fonshell
June 16, 2015
Peace and comfort be with your entire family.
Joel Wurzler
June 16, 2015
Nicole, peter, Doreen, and the rest of my cousins, my heart goes out to you, the entire Wurzler clan
Amanda Robinson
June 15, 2015
Although we didn't grow up together, he was still family. So young, and strong. I have heard some stories of triumph and fun. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to everyone who is grieving.
June 15, 2015
Nicole words can not express my feelings for your loss of my dear friend Rob .From the rides we took on the Quads to just sitting and watching The Andy Griffith show on tv ,I enjoyed talking to him about so many different things . He will be sadly missed and I will always have a spot in my heart for him.My sincere sadness for our loss. Dan Lourenco
June 15, 2015
Nicole and family, my heart goes out to you... he was too young he will be missed
Kimmy (Lourenco) Pennella
Jessica Sachs
June 14, 2015
So sorry for your loss....
Laura Crothers Ansel
June 14, 2015
RIP Rob~
Mike Murphy
June 14, 2015
Bob, So sorry for your loss
ken Viviano
June 13, 2015
Our thoughts are with you on this sad day. Robert will be missed by all that new him. I believe in after life in Heaven. I know Robert is in good company. As father's day approaches my thoughts drift to my dad and John. I hope Robert gives and gets hugs and kisses from all of our crew in heaven.
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