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Robert Denton Obituary

Robert B. Denton, Jr., of West Hartford passed away on Tuesday, April 27th at the age of 56. He is survived by his mother, Diane D. Denton, brother William Denton and his wife Catherine, their children Allison, Brian and Owen, and his brother James M. Denton. He has joined his father, Robert B. Denton, Sr., in the presence of God. Taking after his father, Bob enjoyed gardening and spending time on the water. He is best known by neighbors and friends for the 25 years he spent at Moscarillos, a local garden center. Bob enjoyed working around the house, caring for animals and rooting for his beloved New York Giants. A devoted son, brother and friend, Bob will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Memorial services will be privately held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in his name to the Connecticut Humane Society, 701 Russell Road, Newington, CT 06111. Online condolences may be made at www.SheehanHilbornBreen.com

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Published by Hartford Courant on May 2, 2021.

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Laurie Denton Marotta

April 26, 2025

You will never be forgotten cousin Bobby.......

Tom Bongiorno

July 10, 2021

Was looking on facebook and just found out that Bob passed away. I am so sorry .....knew Bob from The Beacon Cafe.... He was a good man ..... Condolences to his family ....R.I.P. Bob.

Jim Aspell

May 13, 2021

I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I first met him years ago when I was bartending at the Beacon Cafe. Bob was always a great guy and I was happy when our paths often crossed again at Moscarillo's. I had worked there in it's previous life as the Peter Cascio Comp[any so we had that in common as well and I always enjoyed caching up with him on the news from the garden center world.

Bob was a kind, thoughtful person who never shied away from putting others ahead of himself. I will miss him.

john wisniewski

May 5, 2021

I have so many great memories hanging out with my friend Bob. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Leslie Johnson

May 2, 2021

I went to High School with Bob. We were neighbors and friends. He was a good guy. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My heart and prayers go out to his family.

MARIE LAMARRE

May 2, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Suzen Light

May 2, 2021

Bob and I went to High School today. He was a sweet, kind and caring young man. I saw him 5 years ago at a friend’s funeral. He was worried about how I was doing. He was a good man. He walks with God now. I hope this brings you a little peace.

Roseann Hauschulz

May 2, 2021

We send our condolences to Bob’s family and friends.
Roseann and Bob Hauschulz

karen healey

May 2, 2021

my deepest sympathies to bob’s family and friends.

Nancy (Denton) Cavanaugh

May 2, 2021

I’m so sorry to hear about Bobby. My parents (Bob and Kay Denton) send their condolences.

Nancy Cavanaugh

May 2, 2021

I’m so sorry to hear about Bobby. My parents (Bob and Kay Denton) send their condolences.

Nancy Cavanaugh

May 2, 2021

I’m so sorry to hear about Bobby. My parents (Bob and Kay Denton) send their condolences.

Kenneth Bower

May 2, 2021

Known Bobby for over 30 years you went to early will miss your friendship god bless

Laurie Denton Marotta

May 2, 2021

My dear cousin Bobby will always be alive and well in my heart. There are so many wonderful memories of us all growing up together including tons of pictures, thanks to grampa, and they will keep his spirit alive forever. Remember to look for his signs.... he is not far.

Jennifer L Dougherty

May 2, 2021

The Denton Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Bob (still Bobby to me), reconnected a little on FB.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jen Ginn Dougherty

Ann Burnett

May 2, 2021

Rest In Peace, Bobby. Always a great friend. So sad to hear this. You will be missed

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