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He grew up in Rochester, N.H., and graduated from Spaulding High School, Class of 1955. He enlisted in the USAF in 1956 and was stationed in many places, including Hickam AFB, HI, multiple times. He served in Danang, Vietnam from 1970-1971. He retired in 1976 at the rank of MSgt and veteran of the Vietnam War. Upon retiring from the USAF after 20 years of service, he eventually returned to N.H. and retired from his civilian position of Warehouse/Traffic Manager at Ward Hill Industries, Mass.
Bob was an athlete for much of his life with playing basketball in his younger years and discovering racquetball in the 1970s, going on to compete and win many tournaments. His other loves included music, the Boston Celtics, the NY Yankees, and fast cars, his Ford Mustang, in particular. He was a longtime member of Seacoast Sports Club, Portsmouth, N.H.
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Colette Drouin and Nick Torraca, as well as his granddaughter, Faith Drouin, all of Newburgh, N.Y. He is also survived by his sister, Rita McCann, Nashua, N.H., as well as nieces and nephew, Catherine (William) Stapledon, Nashua, N.H., Joann (Steve) Monas, Va., Jane Riedel, Ariz., and Erny (Joyce) Plante, Nev., as well as many great and great-great nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his former wife and lifelong friend, Barbara Hale, Rochester, N.H. Bob is predeceased by his sister, Claire Plante, his brother-in-law, Warren McCann, and his nephew, William Malenfant.
His motto as a veteran of the Vietnam War was "Keep the Faith!"
SERVICES: A graveside service will be held in the spring, 2019, with military honors, at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Somersworth, N.H. Care of the Drouin Family has been entrusted to J S Pelkey and Son/Bernier Funeral Home.
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F.D.
March 12, 2019
I am sorry for your loss. It is always hard to lose a loved one in death. Our heavenly Father is very aware and understands the pain you feel. He will give you comfort. (Psalms 86:6,7) Your family has my deepest sympathy.
March 3, 2019
Our Condolences to Bob and his family. He was a good neighbor. He loved his Shelby Mustang, we could hear it when he started it every morning. Had many nice chats with him. Judy & Dan
Al Boucher
March 1, 2019
We will miss you Bob!Keep the courts reserved up there for all of us, till we meet again!
March 1, 2019
Condolences. May the God of creation comfort you during your time of grief (Genesis 1:1).
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Brandt&Sandy Pace
February 28, 2019
To all of Bob's family we express our sincere sympathy.Bob was agreat guy and we always had a lot of fun together at the racquetball tournaments.Your dad was quite an athlete and loved the challenge.He was known as "The racquetball legend." He will be missed.
Becky Mayo
February 28, 2019
Dear Colette, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. I will miss seeing "Ray" while I am out working in the yard. I can see him there now walking over and saying "What are your doing that for, don't you ever rest?". I enjoyed our many chats, and he always made me laugh. I will be keeping you and your family in my prayers.
George Potvin
February 28, 2019
So long old friend. You will not soon be forgotten.
You were one of the good ones and a loyal
person.
Sharon Roser
February 28, 2019
Colette - my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
February 28, 2019
To the Drouin Family:
On behalf of a grateful nation, and
the VFW Auxiliary/Post #4485 in Somersworth, NH, we wish to express sincere appreciation for the honorable service given by your loved one, and send our deepest condolences on your loss.
VFW Past Auxiliary President,
Cathy Burns
February 27, 2019
Those who pass on God keep in his memory because he cares for them sorry for your loss.
Billy. Bob and I. We had many smiles the last few yrs We
Jim Amato
February 27, 2019
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