ROBERT-DESIMONE-Obituary

ROBERT A. DESIMONE

Newton, Massachusetts

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May 28, 2013
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Newton, Massachusetts

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DeSimone, Robert A.Of Newton (formerly of Somerville and Lexington) passed away suddenly and peacefully at home on May 28. Survived by his wife Janet, daughter Sara DeSimone Scott and husband Gary Scott of Newton and daughter Maria Carlson and husband Wayne Carlson of Stoughton, his grandchilden...

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To the Family, It seems like only yesterday that Bob passed away. He is still missed and loved. Rest in peace! Anna and Candeloro DiCecca

In loving memory of a wonderful and caring person. We will love you and miss you always. Anna and Candeloro DiCecca

To Janet Desimone and Family, In loving memory of a wonderful and caring person. We will love you and miss you always.

In Loving Memory of a truly kind and wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Dear Janet and Family,
I miss Bob so much. He was a caring and
compassionate family man. When my father
was battling colon cancer he telephone every
day to give me advice and support.
Rest in Peace!

Anna and Candeloro Di Cecca

Dear Janet and family. I missed this in the Globe and just discovered Bob's death when I realized it had been way too long that I had received no email from him on some issue or another. Bob was a good friend for many years, in the choir, and since. I will miss him very much. He was a giant of a human being. Ed Nardell

Bob's selfless work in everything he accomplished on behalf of persons with disabilities shall benefit them far into the future. His foresight in recognizing the enormous need, then creating accessible housing so vital in providing safety, opportunities, and freedom from institutions are priceless for bettering the lives of people who require affordable accessible housing.

Obviously, Bob's Christianity shone brightly daily as he answered the call to people in need -- no matter the...

When Boston Minstrels visited the NECHV the roof was always torn off the building! lol I'm truly truly sorry to hear this sad news!I'm sure I sang with Bob at some time during my three year stay at the "Hillbilly Hotel" aka Court St. Shelter.

We are saddened by the news of Bob's death. He was such a voice of reason with the Boston Minstrels in the early days when I was a member. Janet and family, our hearts ache for you. Many joyful memories. I hope they will ease the pain.