Photo courtesy of Byles Memorial Home - New London
New London, Connecticut
Mar 5, 1935 – May 2, 2021 (Age 86)
ROBERT K. SOLT, age 86 of Groton passed away on Sunday, May 2, 2021 at Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London.
He was born in Wilkes Barre, Pa on March 5, 1935 the son of Robert C. and Florence Powell Solt. Robert was married to Gisela Krause on October 1, 1960 in Straubing, Germany. Gisela passed away February 10, 2016.
Bob served in the U. S. Army for 30 years. He was very proud of his service to his country. He served in the Vietnam war and during the Cold War at Fulda Gap on the West and East German border. In 1979 he retired And brought his family back to Groton to settle here. He was an Xray technician at Wyman Gordon Corporation in Groton for 17 years. After retiring he spent a lot of time on the golf course! His favorite pastime. He was a member of Old Mystic United Methodist Church.
He is survived by a son, Robert K. Solt, Jr. of Nuremberg, Germany, two daughters, Sheila Bishop (Frank)of Mystic and JoAnn Smith of Long Beach, MS, . Five grandchildren, Brian(Jill), Nici, Jaci(Josh), Randy and Brandon and great grand-daughter Haley. Sister Peggy Lewis of San Diego and brother Gary in Germany and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by sister’s Marjorie, Joyce and a brother Sheldon.
A private interment will be held in Elm Grove Cemetery, Mystic.
Read MoreSergeant Solt was my first sergeant back in 1973 in Co C, 1/68 Armor, Baumholder, Germany. He was a great guy and I will always remember him.
John Hermes
February 05, 2024 | La Mesa, CA
I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing and pray he is with Gisela and family. It has been a very difficult year for everyone but know he was well taken care of by his family. Bob was very special and I loved his big smile and sparkling eyes. You are all in my prayers.
Debbie Lemelson
May 13, 2021 | Waterford, CT | Family
Bob was a great guy. Always enjoyed chatting with him whenever we crossed paths. He and his stories will be missed.
D Grant
May 11, 2021 | Groton, CT
Please accept our condolences.
Richard & Marie Spinnato
May 10, 2021 | Friend
bob was a coworker and a neighbor.he had a great sense of humor,was a hard worker and was a devoted husband and father.he served his country as well.it was a pleasure to know him.
peter g.deveau
May 09, 2021 | Niantic, CT | Coworker
Bob was a frequent golf partner and good friend to my dad, Phil Castro. It was my pleasure to join them on many occasions. Bob was always had such a friendly, easy going demeanor, and provided many hours of interesting conversation. He was such a fine gentleman. And he always had the shiniest car and golf shoes of any one. My sincerest condolences for your loss.
Kim Castro
May 09, 2021 | Waterford, CT | Friend
