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Donald Robards Obituary

Of Waltham, formerly of Newton, August 11, 2006. Beloved husband of Barbara A. (Driscoll) Robards. Devoted father of Erin Driscoll, Charlene "Nikki" Robards and Dawn Robards all of Waltham. Son of Robert Robards of Douglas and the late Blanche May (Perry) Akemon. Brother of Diane McCarthy of Newton, Linda Morris of Nashua, NH, James, John and Stephen Robards all of Douglas and the late Michelle Robards. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be held in the Newton Cemetery Chapel, 791 Walnut St. Newton Centre, Tuesday, August 15 at 11 AM. Visiting hours in the Blackington, Conroy & Hayes Funeral Home, 1479 Washington St., (Rte 16) WEST NEWTON, Monday evening from 4-8 PM. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Remembrances may be made in his memory to the Salvation Army, 33 Mrytle St. Waltham, MA 02453. Blackington, Conroy & Hayes F.H. 1-800-585-6939

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Published by Boston Globe on Aug. 13, 2006.

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Ben Di Cecca (Nabisco)

August 16, 2006

Barbara,

Deepest sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you

Erin Driscoll

August 16, 2006

We will miss you greatly......You were the rock of this family and forever you will be in our hearts. I LOVE YOU DADDY!!!

Lynn Parenteau

August 13, 2006

Our deepest sympathy to his family.



Lynn, Amanda and Rebecca Parenteau

Patty Rose

August 13, 2006

Dear Barbara, Charlene, Dawn & Erin,

Please know our thought's and prayer's are with you all. We pray for God to give you comfort and strength in all your lives. Blessing's and Love.

Sincerely,

Patty, Matt & Crystal Rose

Jean Dow

August 13, 2006

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Judy Kenney

August 13, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He is in a better place, without pain, but will be missed.

janice and scott cobe

August 13, 2006

We will miss you deeply and you will always be in our thoughts and our hearts. thank you for being such a great friend to me and my husband.

we love you!!!!

love janice and scott Cobe

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