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ROBERT NEARY Obituary

NEARY, Robert J. Of Buck St., York Beach, Maine, died on Sunday, December 2, 2012. He was born on August 27, 1924 in Somerville, MA a son of the late Martin J. and Emily F. (Clarke) Neary. He attended the Massachusetts College of Art after serving three years in the United States Navy during World War II. Mr. Neary had a Gallery in the Whispering Sands Gift Shop at York Beach for over 30 years. He was noted for his portraits of weather beaten fishermen and his fog shrouded harbor scenes. He is survived by his brother, Donald M. Neary, of York Beach and many nieces and nephews. Services will be private. Lucas & Eaton Funeral Home, 91 Long Sands Rd., York, Maine is directing arrangements. Visit www.lucaseatonfuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 4 to Dec. 5, 2012.

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Margaret Nichols

April 5, 2013

I spent summers in York, ME with my parents. I have 3 of your paintings. One, you did for me back in the early 1990s. It's of Newcastle. I have always loved your work. You will be missed greatly as a talented artist and friend.

December 16, 2012

Eileen Neary Natick, Ma

December 16, 2012

Love you Uncle Bob. We were graced with your humble, witty, gentle, talented ways.. Rest easy with your loving family..

Uncle Bob Short Sands 2011

Eileen Neary

December 16, 2012

Marybeth Judy

December 14, 2012

There are so many memories Uncle Bob and sifting through- they are all good. How blessed we are to have known you.

Marybeth Judy

December 14, 2012

There are so many memories Uncle Bob and sifting through- they are all good. How blessed we are to have known you.

Kevin Judy

December 12, 2012

I love you Bob. Wherever you are, they've got great company!

Vin Conti

December 10, 2012

Condolences from an old friend from Sargent Avenue and High School class of '43 in Somerville, MA.

Paul Neary

December 5, 2012

Miss you already Uncle Bob. Your everpresent wit,stories & company I will always treasure. Truly one of a kind person..Go rest now..Bless you...

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