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Robert Parretti Obituary

Robert J. Parretti, 57

Worcester - Robert J. Parretti, 57 of Worcester passed away Sunday May 3, 2020, following the passing of his father William Parretti two days earlier on May 1st, both from complications of COVID-19.

Robert was born on April 9, 1963, in Worcester, one of two sons of William D. and Janice A. (Borglund) Parretti and was raised on Fales Street. Robert spent his early to mid-twenties in the Air Force as an Airlift Maintenance Specialist on C-130's, working on bases in Hawaii, Texas, and New Mexico, among others. He later worked alongside his father and brother as a molder for the Norton, Saint Gobain company for over 25 years.

Robert is survived by his son, Zachary T. Parretti and former wife, Hope (Frigon) Parretti of Worcester; his brother, William Parretti and his wife Sherilynne of Worcester; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and lifelong friends, all of whom he loved very dearly. In addition to his father, he was pre-deceased by his mother Janice (Borglund) Parretti in 2012 and his sister Shirley Parretti-Hadley in 2019.

Robert was an avid golfer his whole life, and was consistently one of the best players in his company's weekly golf league. His favorite local course was Holden Hills, and he also enjoyed frequently playing at Green Hill, Pakachoag ("Pack-a-helmet"), Leicester Country Club, and Clearview ("ClearRock").

Robert adored going to the casino with his father, brother, and son for dog racing, horse racing, and keno. Following a casino visit, he often loved to go to local bars and restaurants with his brother William and his best friend Sally Maloney to explain just how close he was to winning.

If Robert wasn't on the golf course or at the casino, he could often be found under a car doing repairs or on the couch watching Fox News or sports. He dedicated his life to always doing what was right and providing for his family. He played and excelled at many sports growing up, and adored teaching and playing sports with his son, Zachary throughout his fatherhood. He was the perfect representation of a son, brother, father, husband, friend, and most of all, a hero. He will be missed very much by very many.

Robert's services will be private. However, the Parretti family plans to have a large gathering in celebration of both Robert and his father William's lives at 19 Fales Street on a future date, to be determined in conjunction with state safety laws. The MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. is honored to assist the family once again, especially under this difficult circumstance.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from May 7 to May 9, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Parretti

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38 Entries

lynne townsend

May 12, 2020

Bill & Sheri

Thinking of you during your time of sorrow. May you find peace and comfort in cherished memories.

With deepest sympathy

Scott Smith

May 11, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss. We had great times in high school.
My prayers are with your family

Neil Ouellette

May 11, 2020

My condolences to Bill, Hope, Zachary and the Parretti family. Bob was a classmate, Burncoat Sr. 1981, sat next to each other in homeroom and neighbor a couple of streets apart when he lived on Fales St. Always had the utmost respect for him as a person and friend. The Holy Rosary will be said for Bob and his father Bill. God Speed.

Kirk Dustin for Marlborough

May 11, 2020

Zachary, I'm a cousin of your Mom's and I'm so sorry to hear the passing of your Dad ,he was a great guy.
May the road rise up to meet him,
May the wind be always at his back,
May the sun shine warm upon his face,
The rains fall soft upon his feels,
And until you meet again ( and you will )
May God hold him in the palm of his hands.

RIP Rob

Ramon Martinez

May 10, 2020

My deepest condolences go out to the parretti family he was my friend, like a brother he teach me play gulf. he was a good co-worker when we work in Norton together I going to miss him RIP brother. Love you Ramon Martinez. Billy Parretti my brother too, sorry for you two lost my condolences the again Ramon.

Karyna Fahey-Swift

May 10, 2020

I'm heart stricken to see this. Often one thinks of the their younger years. Fond memories are all I have in regards to your family. I send all the peace and serenity and strength I can possibly muster to you Billy, as well as everyone who's life was effected by such a huge impact of loss. I pray you will all be able to embrace and bask in the pleasant memories which forever will be cherished.

Eddie Burke

May 9, 2020

I worked with and slashed it with Bob many times over the years and he was one of the best guys around. Bob never said a bad word about anyone and was always talking about his son Zack who he was so proud. He was just like his dad...may God bless them and the whole family...may they rest in peace.

David Bellino

May 9, 2020

Robert. I haven't seen you for over thitry years. Though you lived to be 57 years of age that is still too young. Your passing saddens my heart. I have not seen anyone I have personally known being on the Covid 19 casualty list until now. I wish those you have left behind solace and comfort in this time of strangeness and sadness. The world has become a very different place from what it used to be. May the Grace of God cover those who'm you have loved and who had loved you. My Sincere condolances: David A Bellino!

Paul Corrigan

May 9, 2020

I am so deeply sorry to hear of Bob and Mr Parretti's passing. Growing up on St. Nick, Bob and his family were such a significant part of my life. I considered Bob a family member and a great friend. I have such fond memories of my time with Bob from early childhood pillow fights (there is a recording somewhere), boy scouts, first communion, being alter boys, walking to middle and high school with the gang (Bob was our leader), countless sports - football, tennis, basketball, midnight ice hockey, you name it we played it and of course Bob was better than all of us. Bob, was a wonderful human being and never had a bad thing to say about anyone, which is a testament to his upbringing and tremendous parents. I truly regret not keeping better in touch with Bob, but believe someday I will see him again. God Bless you and rest in peace my friend
To Zachary and the Parretti family - our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Samantha Daou

May 9, 2020

My deepest condolences go out to the parretti family at this time. I've known Zach and Hope for 10 years now and I am so sorry for your loss. My heart absolutely breaks for you. The obituary was beautifully written. Xoxo

Jim Vasalofsky

May 9, 2020

So sorry to the Parretti family for the loss of Bobby and his dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jessica Lamprey

May 9, 2020

My Deepest Condolences Zack and Hope!!! Sending all my love!!!!

Lynnette Diaz

May 8, 2020

Sheri and The Parretti Family, I'm very sorry about your loss. My deepest condolences to all of you. May God give you the comfort and peace you need at this time. Thinking and keeping you in my prayers!

Jackie

May 8, 2020

Rest in peace Bobby. Jackie kane

Sherilynne Parretti

May 8, 2020

Bob was a true gentleman as a father and a friend and of course brother-in-law. He had a golden sense of humor and a deep well for forgiveness. His deepest source of joy was Zachary and their relationship was magical. My thoughts and prayers are with you Zach.

Kim Le

May 8, 2020

Rest In Peace uncle Bob you will be forever in our hearts

Mr. Mrs. Philip Westerlind

May 8, 2020

Sending our condolences, may god bless you and your family and give you strength during this very hard time.

Brian Dewitte

May 8, 2020

Bobby was a great guy and friend, we worked at Norton co...lots of laughs

Arpi Aprahamian

May 8, 2020

Parretti Families, I am so very deeply sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Bob and can't remember a time when he wasn't smiling. May his soul rest in peace and may you find strength and solace during this very difficult time.

May 8, 2020

To the family of Robert Parretti,
We send our deepest sympathy to you on the passing of Robert and William. There just aren't words to express our sorrow for what your family has endured. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The Norton/St.-Gobain Alumni Committee

Janelle Carter

May 8, 2020

Zach,

My deepest condolences go out to you and the family. May God comfort you during these difficult times.

Jim and Tracie Ritchie

May 8, 2020

Bill, Sherry, Zach and Hope...words cannot express how sad we are to hear of Mr. Parretti and Bob passing. How lucky were we to have grown up on St. Nick near such a fun family! From Mr. Parretti teaching the neighborhood kids how to properly hit a golf ball to anyone who had to cover Bob on the football field or basketball court. Bob never had a bad thing to say about anyone, could bust em with the best and was one of the funniest guys I ever knew. Great childhood memories!!!

Karen Brindisi

May 8, 2020

I am so sorry about your loss may Bob rest in peace my thoughts and prayers a re with all of you God bless. Karen brindisi

Kathryn

May 7, 2020

I am so sorry Zach for the loss of your best friend. He is watching over you.

Patricia Le

May 7, 2020

You was a great person and a wonderful father and husband you will be missed but never forgotten love your cousin patty Le

Laurie Raphaelson

May 7, 2020

I am so sorry Zachary for the loss of your dad and grandfather. I remember your dad as a devoted father when you were a young boy at SPCC. May they both rest in peace and may your memories help you navigate your grief.

Francesca Gulli

May 7, 2020

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

Melissa Hosegood

May 7, 2020

Words can not express what a wonderful man and friend Bob is! Our thoughts and prayers are with Zach and family! The happy memories we will always have and cherish!

Jose Rivera

May 7, 2020

Zach, Bill, Sally sorry for your loss. Bob was a fun guy to play golf and hang around with. He was proud of zack , always had a kind words about his brother and words of praise for Sally we will miss him.

Nancy Vincent

May 7, 2020

Rest in peace.

May 7, 2020

Zach- we are so sorry to learn about Bob's passing! He was always interested in how our family was doing and what was new! He was truly a great man and a positive role model for you. We will think of him and smile- just how he would've wanted it. God bless! - Karen, Michael, Lauren and Patrick McCann

Hope Parretti

May 7, 2020

I still cant believe that this even happened Rob you are an amazing man and amazing father! Without you I wouldnt have Zachary so thank you for that and thank you for being the best dad ever!! Zachary and I are going to spread your ashes everywhere you wanted to be were going to do it together all three of us will be a team again until we meet again keep looking after Zachary and make sure that he continues to have the strength to be everything that we always wanted him to be! Im so glad that us three got to have laughter about stuff weeks before! Zachary got to see how crazy his parents could be when they were together in the same room even though he thought we were nuts he engaged in Our jokes and laughter That followed which was awesome LOL loved you then love you still love you always! Hope

Dawn Boudreau

May 7, 2020

My heart is with you Zach. I am so crushed for you. I have known your dad for over 20 yrs and there isnt a time that I can remember that he didnt have a smile on his face and a big hug to give. I was so honored to be asked by your Mom and Dad be your Godmother. Your dad is a wonderful man and a dedicated father. He was so proud of you in everything you did. His love will never leave you. I love you and I am praying for you and the rest of your family.

Linda and Russ Luthman

May 6, 2020

Zack, Bill, Sheri, Tony and Veronica- We are so sorry to learn of the passing of your (grand)father, Bill and father and brother, Bob. Although we had not seen Bob in several years, he will always be remembered as a kind and gentle man. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of unprecedented sadness.

Brian Corrigan

May 6, 2020

Don't know what to say .my heart is broken right now bob was a great friend and my first roommate when I moved out of mom's.we had great times together at BB. MYRTLE BEACH. And his Dad was always the nicest person to all us St. Nick kids. My heart goes out to Bill and the rest of the Parretti family.

Terry Parretti

May 6, 2020

Our hearts are with you Zach, and family! We can not express enough how much we love You, your Dad and Grandfather. May God's strength, comfort and peace come to you when you need it most! Your Dad is so proud of you! He is a strong and tremendous man, with gentle manner and an infectious smile. Forever in our hearts!

deborah spencer

May 6, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Zach , Mike and I just want to say we are heartbroken for the loss of your Dad and Grandfather.Stay strong .Debbie (Dawns mom) & Mike Spencer.

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