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for ROBERT SPINOSA
Joanna Spinosa
December 23, 2020
Dear Frank and Family, you will be in my prayers today as we think of dear Robert. He was such a wonderful person. I pray he and his mom and dad are watching over all. Missing loved ones is so difficult. We pray for his brother John and his cousin Patsy. Regards, Cousin Joanna
Bobby ( John Robert) Drogo
February 12, 2020
February 12, 2020.
Hi, Robert.
I am writing this as if you are alive. For me, you still are.
Notice the date above. On January 13, 2020 is when I
learned of your death. From the 12th on I have relived our
youthful days together from our age 5 for me ( year 1963 )
well into the late 80s, my 30th birthday party in Melrose, MA.
Sometime in the early 90's and forward in years , life changes.
How did I learn of your death. Through the United States Chess
Federation, USCF. I teach (for free ) chess to children, beginners, or players
with a rating of 1250 and under. On the 13th I needed to look up
information about a few of the children. Knowing we played chess
and you had a Life Time Membership ( a gift given to you by your
mom in the early 70s) and you continued chess playing when I dropped
out of the picture in the 90s I decided to check how you were doing.
In the 2000s I checked and saw your rating had improved to about
1990 chess rating, I was just curious. Using USCFs membership access
I notice your home address to be Pennsylvania, showing PA. I thought
you had moved to Franks family home area to be with family. At this
point I could of stopped. (Just thinking stopping here and not going
further on.) There were more tabs of information, which
I thought would show nothing of value. I clicked on each on anyway.
On one of the tabs . . . in bold letters
12409891: ROBERT A SPINOSA (Deceased)
http://www.uschess.org/msa/MbrDtlMain.php?12409891
Shock. Shivers. Brain overloading. All emotions pouring in at once.
Emotions -
This cannot be true. A mistake.
Crying out NO!!! NO!!! NO!!!. Tears rolling down my eyes.
Voicing out to myself, as I am all alone in my chess room. Yet my wife who is
upstairs can hear me. This is wrong. Google search. I will do this.
Searching the obituaries proved your death is true. Tears and emotions flooding.
I called my sister, Cindy; and in a garbled voice telling her you died. She too was
in disbelief, saying I will look this up for you to be sure it is Robert. Calling back
she said, it is true.
You and I : Snowball fights. Street Hockey. Football. Tennis. Chess. Freshwater
Fishing. Fly Fishing. Fly Tying. Ping Pong. BBgun / Pellet Gun Target box. I can
Keep going on. MBTA to Lechmere Sales, to the Boylston Chess Club Store. Our
time with John Borrazzo. Motorcycles. Our Friday evening Arlington, MA chess
club; and Friday evening Billerica MA chess club.
Our . . . .
Who will know of Robert Spinosa The Great? Only I. Only I. Only I will.
Who will know of 4:00AM on a Saturdays leaving 10 Harden Road to bike ride
to Winchester, MA Hond Pond (which is really Woburn, MA). In the ice cold April
Opening Day for fishing. Who will understand Tennis on Professors Row Tufts University
Tennis courts, tennis in the cold, the rain, and the sleet and snow; and of course in the
summer on the hot summer days. Who will know of perfecting the down and out five
yards football through. Who will know . . . .
Who will know of all the above times AND MORE we share together. Only you; and only I.
At first I thought, I need not know why or what or the cause of your death. As the days
moved forward; and my mourning started to slowly fade . . . Questions arise?
Dying the day afterChristmas? ??? People can die any day. Why after Christmas?
Why 12/26/2013?
Why? What? And no pictures being posted. Yet, the mental flooding of pictures and our
times we shared together filling my brain thoughts as I have been working.
So much more to write.
And Robert, I will visit you at the cemetery. Bringing my chess books and magazines and
chess set. Investing time with you once again.
Robert, do I dare to visit Somerville to learn other friends too may have passed away?
Robert, your family and friends and acquaintances have had seven years of time healing,
while I have only had 4 weeks. Only 4 weeks of knowing you have passed away.
Bobby Drogo, 603-315-9788 , if this phone is not connected,
then use WORK CELL :603-521-5809.
It has been an emotional 4 weeks; and still more to come.
Joanna Spinosa
December 23, 2019
Cousin Robert will always be in my prayers. Love, Cousin Joanna. Cousin Pat's wife -the cousins are all together.
Gary Hunter
September 12, 2018
Bob and I worked at Textron for many years. We enjoyed some light hearted moments as we "got 'er done". Such an enjoyable, fine and funny guy. I still use a couple of his amusing phrases. Rest in peace, Bob.
Tara
January 5, 2014
My thoughts and prayers to Bob's family. I worked with Bob at Textron and am deeply saddened to hear of his passing. He was truly the nicest person and I enjoyed working with him. I know Textron will not be the same without him.
Guy Berube
January 3, 2014
Having known and worked with Bob for may years at AVCO/Textron. After years of retirement I still recall Bob's positives ways of accomplishing his design configuration management responsibilities. Always responded with a friendly approach regardless of the daily pressure involved with his duties. Bob's help and guidance will surely be missed by all. I will continue to keep Bob in my thoughts and prayers as a person I was fortunate to know and work alongside with.
January 3, 2014
Have known Bob for many years and our trap fields will be empty without him. He was a great leader, a good man and a better friend. He will be deeply missed.
Diane & Peter Blaisdell, Billerica, MA
Mike Clancey
January 3, 2014
I was truly shocked to here of Bobby's passing. I have known Bobby for more years than I can count, from hockey at the Cutler school, to family times and to a warm smile and chat whenever we bumped into each other. He will be missed by all that knew him and his generous demeanor. RIP Bobby
Sally Hiller
January 3, 2014
Chuck and I send our prayers for God's comfort and consolation as you grieve Bob's death.
Pat DeLeo
January 2, 2014
Bob was a great guy for all the years (25+) I knew him at AVCO/Textron. Aside from working together on job-related projects, I worked out with Bob every morning at the in-house health center. We talked about politics, life experiences, guy stuff, music, and everyday real-world situations. I just can't believe he's gone.
Pat DeLeo
Bruce Heintz
January 2, 2014
When I took up trap at WSA a couple of years ago, I felt so welcomed by Bob's generous giving of his time to walk me though the procedures, rules and lore. I know we'll all miss him.
Paul Pescatore
January 2, 2014
It is hard to believe that I will no longer see Bob at WSA Trap fields every Sunday morning. He was a fixture there and will be missed.
Mike Sherry
January 2, 2014
Sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Known Bob for many years at WSA trap,shot on many teams with him over the years. He will surely missed.
Mark Healey
January 2, 2014
Dear Franky and family,
As a life long friend of the Spinosa family, and especially Robert, my heart weighs heavy for you all. The passing of Spin has left all who knew and loved him at a loss of words. He was simply the best, all his pursuits were performed to the best of his ability, wether it be family, friends, work, WSA, motorcycling,gardening, weight lifting, etc. Always performed with a smile, positive attidude, and a sense of humor. He always made time for everyone, because everyone counted. Again, our deepest condolences.
The Healey family
Dom La Rosa
January 1, 2014
It was such a shock to see Bob's name in the paper recently. As a fellow worker at Textron, I admired Bob for his friendliness and easy spirit that made work a bit lighter and less stressful. he was always there when you needed something in the design documentation area. I repsected Bob for his honesty and open manner in which he dealt with his team members regularly. I am grieved sadly to know Bob has left our midst but will always remember him for being such a professional, friendly and kind person.
Charlie Mahar
January 1, 2014
It is difficult to comprehend that Bob will no longer be at the trap fields as he has done for so many years, he will be sorely missed.
Linda (Tyler) Conrad
January 1, 2014
This is for you Robert...may you Rest In Peace dear cousin. Your passing has created a hole in my heart.
Joanna Spinosa
January 1, 2014
Frank,
I am so sad to hear of the passing of your brother, Robert.He was a wonderful young man and cherished son of Aunt Mary and Uncle Johnny. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Love,Joanna Spinosa (Pat's wife)
Linda (Tyler) Conrad
January 1, 2014
Dear Cousin Frank and Marlene, as well as Lisa and John;
Words can't express how I feel about Robert's passing. It was sudden and shocking...as well as the saddest news I ever heard in my life so far. I will never forget Robert. The way his humor made even the worst situations better. He will always be remembered to me as a brother. He coined the phrase "Franny Bird"...he called my mother that when she yelled out "Bob Bob where are the kids" from the other side of the lake while we were fishing when we went camping in Pawtuckaway...he was a very very special person to me. He helped me out with accounting class - and even through all his efforts, I passed the class!! (although I still hate accounting - never could get into it).
I am just saddened beyond belief about this. May he rest in peace with his Mom..and Dad.
Linda Tyler Conrad
braelyn spinosa
January 1, 2014
heavens got another angel, Uncle Robert. now you are with Grampy and Great Grandma.We will miss you forever. I love you and will hold you in my heart forever.
Stephanie Spinosa
January 1, 2014
Frank, Marlene, John & Lisa-so sorry for the loss of Robert. He is joining a wonderful family in heaven- Dad, Ma & John. Love Steph
Russ Holden
January 1, 2014
I will remember Bob for his friendly smile, his willingness to help anyone, his geniune personality. He could always see the positive side of things and was generous with his good words for others. I feel lucky to have worked with Bob for so many years and will miss him greatly. Rest in peace, my friend.
Laura McNamara
January 1, 2014
Was very shocked to hear of Bob's passing and want to pass on my deepest sympathies to his family. I knew Bob from work at Textron and though I did not know him too well, he was always helpful and very knowledgeable - he will be greatly missed.
Bruce Reppucci
December 31, 2013
I worked closely with Bob at AVCO/Textron for many years, he was a good friend and co-worker who will be missed by many. His dry wit and easy going manner will always be with me.
Al Savoie
December 31, 2013
I knew Bob for over 20 years from WSA I shot trap with him. I worked on several projects with him and he was always very knowledgeable and helpful in everything we did. Bob will be greatly missed may he rest in peace and never be forgotten. God Bless
Dick Milewski
December 31, 2013
Condolences to Bob's family on his unexpected passing. Bob was a great guy who would try to help you and also liked a good time. We will all miss him at WSA.
Phil Donaghey
December 31, 2013
Bob was always there to go out of his way to help others both at work and outside of work. I will miss him greatly and will never forget our walks at lunch at Textron, his positive attitude and down-to-earth view of life, always keeping things in the proper perspective. Bob was truly an inspiration to everyone he touched. My deepest sympathy to family and friends.
joe sordillo
December 30, 2013
I met Bob about 9 years ago at WSA when he opened the trap field on sat. mornings.I was not a member at the time,but that did not matter to him.He treated me like one anyway.This past summer I became a member and his response was Its about time!I was on the line with him a couple weeks ago.I would have never imagined it would be the last time.He will be missed by many.RIP
Russell Burchsted
December 30, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Stephen Shipp
December 30, 2013
I am shocked to hear of Bob's passing. He was a consummate professional & co-worker at TDS and my friend. In Bob I truly understand why the saying is uttered, "only the good die young". He will be sorely missed by me and many a co-worker, leaving a void in this world. GOD bless you Spin Dr.
Love, Shippy
Steve McCarthy
December 30, 2013
I've had the good fortune to know & work with Bob for many, many years at Avco/Textron. Regarding work, Bob is the consummate professional; always willing to do whatever is required, always friendly & repsectful, always a gentleman. As a friend, no words can adequately describe the admiration & respect that reside in my heart/head for Robert, my "brother-in-arms". Please pray for me,sir; as I will for you for as long as my feeble mind holds out.
Edward McCormick
December 30, 2013
Like many people, I knew Bob through his efforts to promote the sport of trap. Bob put everything into that effort, and was a model sportsman. It would have been a pleasure to get to know him better.
Phil Bolton
December 30, 2013
I met Bob over the past year at WSA. He was always willing to support the club and it's membership. Sunday mornings won't be the same without Bob running the show. I'll miss you Bob. Rest in peace.
Gary Littlefield
December 30, 2013
Have known Bob from GLTL for years, more recently through frequent visits to WSA. Bob will be missed, he loved his sport and was willing to help anyone who asked. RIP
Tom Bondaruk
December 30, 2013
Bob was a valued friend for several years. There were countless times when Bob would brighten days by putting things into perspective with his unique wisdom. He was a true gentleman and was kind and thoughtful to everyone. He will live on through all those that he positively influenced. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Buddy Hackett
December 30, 2013
Bob was the Captain of my trap team the first few years at WSA and was a very supportive mentor. Bob gave so much of himself to the sport and to the WSA for many years. Bob always had a smile or a kind word and was very friendly to everyone he met. I am very sad to hear of his passing and he will be greatly missed. My sympathies go out to his family.
Matt Frost
December 29, 2013
Knew Bob only since July, from the trap field, yet he made a great impression in a short time with his dedication, hard work, and friendliness. Such an inspiration and gift, thus such a great loss. RIP, Bob. We'll miss you.
Bill Lundgren
December 29, 2013
Bob was a great person to be around, he got me into shooting trap, a sport that he loved to do. He will be greatly missed at WSA it will take big shoes to fill the position he held at the club.
Bob Scott
December 29, 2013
Bob will be truly missed, he was well respected and offered support and guidance for a sport that he loved with a passion.
Above all, Bob was a friend to all who met him.
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