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Robert Potvin Obituary
Robert J. Potvin Jr. obituary:
Robert Bobby Potvin Jr., 41, of Berlin, passed away unexpectedly on March 26,
2023 and is now in the loving arms of his mother. Bobby was born in Hartford on Oct. 7, 1981. He was the son of Robert J. Potvin Sr. and the late Peggy Rae Potvin.
Bobby worked at Leos Kitchen & Stair for many years with his father. He was a loving and devoted son, brother, uncle, and a friend to many. Bobby, his father, and nephew had many memorable fishing trips. He will be missed dearly. Bobby was a kind, loving soul. He was always the life of a party, and was loved by everyone he met. He was a great artist and his artwork is on display everywhere.
Bobby leaves behind his loving father, Robert J. Potvin Sr.; his sister, Nicole Kelley
and her husband Ryan; two adoring nephews, Max and Charlie Kelley, who will miss him dearly; his longtime love, Melissa Feranski; several aunts, uncles, and cousins; and many friends. Bobby was predeceased by his mother, Peggy Rae Potvin, and his maternal & paternal grandparents.
Calling hours and a memorial service will be held on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 from
12:30 PM to 3:30 PM at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home of Berlin, 111 Chamberlain Hwy., Kensington. Please share a memory of Bobby with the family in the online guest book @ www.ericksonhansenberlin.com
Robert J. Potvin Jr.
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John Regina
December 9, 2023
Bobby was an amazing person, in so many ways
His smile was infectious, as was his charm and sense of humor
He had a way about him, that made anyone he liked feel at home and in peace in his presence
He had wonderful parents, such lovely people, and an incredibly privileged upbringing.
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Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home of Berlin111 Chamberlain Highway, Berlin, CT 06037
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