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Robert WALSH Obituary
WALSH, Robert J., Jr.
Robert Joseph Walsh, Jr. died on Friday, (July 12, 2013). Bobby attended Manchester public schools, graduating from Manchester High School in 1979. He went on to earn a Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice and a Masters degree in Special Education from American International College in Springfield, MA. As a special education teacher, Bobby found his calling, helping at-risk teenagers in alternative education settings. A gifted athlete, Bobby excelled in football, soccer and track in both high school and college. He was Manchester High School's Athlete of the Year in 1979 holding many school records for years. He was also a proud member of the Alpha Sigma Delta fraternity at AIC. Bobby delighted in cooking for family and friends. He loved the outdoors, especially hiking in the woods, swimming at the water hole, fishing at the Hop Yard and Watch Hill, and enjoying family and friends around his fire pit. But his greatest accomplishment and joy was his three boys. Bobby will be missed dearly by his beloved sons, Josef, Aidan, and Quinn; his devoted brother Matthew and his wife, Mary; his adoring sisters, Patricia Krassner, Katrine Rush and her husband, David, Nancy Richardson and her husband, Robert, his loving uncle, Stanley Talarski and Aunt Rosemary Martin. Bobby will also be missed deeply by his nieces and nephews, Meaghan, Samantha, Benjamin, and Kathleen Walsh; Alexandra Krassner, Jonathan and Mathena Rush, and Sara and Michael Richardson, along with countless cousins and friends. Bobby was predeceased by his parents, Dr. Robert J. and Jennie T. Walsh, his godmother, Mary M. Boukus and his godfather, Judge John F. Walsh.
A Memorial Mass will be held for Bobby at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 19, 2013 at St. Bridget's Church, 80 Main St., Manchester, CT, - bow ties optional - followed by a private burial at St. James Catholic Cemetery with immediate family only. There are no calling hours. Memorial donations may be made in Bobby's memory to the Robert J. Walsh Children's Educational Fund c/o Melissa Lauretti, 768 North Main St., Manchester, CT 06042. For online condolences please visit www.tierneyfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert WALSH
Sponsored by Brothers of ALPHA SIGMA DELTA @ AIC.
Lisa
July 10, 2025
12 years think of you often heard a little Jethro Tull the other day. Always make me think of you
xoxo
Lisa Richard Glenn
Katrine
July 14, 2024
We miss you
Andy Marquis
July 10, 2024
Hard to believe it's been 11 years. You've missed so much and are missed so much by so many Walshee.
Lisa Richard Glenn
July 12, 2022
Think about you often my friend
Andy Marquis
July 11, 2022
Bobby, one of the last tributes to you on this page was from Todd Eadie, who departed this summer and now joined you. I trust that the two of you are having a grand time now in heaven as you did at the frat. It must be one hell of an eternal party. Thinking of you Walshee...
Paul tanguay
July 11, 2022
Bobby. Thinking about you and the house you lived in on Case Mountain. The town of Manchester is planning on tearing down the log cabin across from it. I know if you were still here you would fight to save it. You had such a big heart! Miss you friend
Trini
July 10, 2022
Love you Bob.
Andrew Marquis
July 10, 2021
Walshee, thinking of you buddy. 8 years have past and you are missed.
TODD EADIE
July 10, 2021
Having had Bob as a roomate in college and a fraternity brother, ASD I think of Bob often. Bobby had magic in him. He was so good with people. Had his hand of cards been dealt/played only slightly differently, he could have still been with us. All who know and love Bobby would have been blessed. To Bobs family, you already know his spirit and he was one of a kind. I know I will never forget the times I had with Bob. RIP
Katrine
July 10, 2021
Thinking of you. You'd be so proud of Josef and Quinn. Love you and miss you forever.
April and Rick Willhide
July 10, 2021
RIP Bobby, until we meet again.
Katrine Walsh-Rush
July 11, 2020
Love you Bobby.
Katrine Rush
July 13, 2019
Miss you Bobby. Watch over us all. ❤❤❤❤❤
July 10, 2019
six years already hard to believe xoxo John and Lisa Richard Glenn
Alicia Riley
July 10, 2019
Bobby you are always in our hearts. The Riley Family. Miss you CUZ
steven camposeo
October 20, 2016
HI bros,It is Steve Camposeo, I am sorry to say I just saw this now. I am so sorry for his passing. He was an awesome dude,and a great brother!!ASD forever!!!!!!!!!!!
Katrine Rush Bobby's sister
August 12, 2014
Alpha Sigma Delta Brothers, Thank you for all your kind words and most generously, the permanent guest book.
Paul Tanguay
December 5, 2013
Just learned today of my friends passing. We were best of friends in third grade. I stayed back he leapt forward a year,graduating two years ahead of me. We remained friends the whole time. It was a pleasure being on the M.H.S. Track team with him. He was a kind and generous man. My heart goes out to his family and friends. I'm glad to have known such a great man. Bobby you'll be sorely missed and always will be in our hearts.
Boris Churyk
November 12, 2013
Awwwwwww---man,,,do I miss you~!-YOU-DONT KNOW HOW MUCH!!!!WE ALL DO~!!FINALLY HAD A FRIEND ,A RESPECTED THOUGHTFUL PERSON THAT I STILL LOOK UP TO,,TO THIS DAY!!LOOKING DOWN YOU WILL SEE ,THAT I WILL KEEP MY WORD AND SHOW THE LOVE YOU SHOWED ALL AND PASS IT ONGod Bless
September 6, 2013
Bobby was a super person and athlete, I feel so lucky to have known him for many years. My heart goes out to his family, he will be missed by many.
Ruth Garoppolo
July 22, 2013
My sincere condolences go out to the family of Bobby. I graduated with him from Manchester High School in 1979. He was a very nice person & he will be missed.
Wendy Davidson
July 21, 2013
Our sincerest condolences to the Walsh family on this sad loss. A special prayer for Josef, Aidan, and Quinn - he was so proud of his sons! Our thoughts are with you and we are here if you need anything.
David Mezzone
July 19, 2013
Some guys just have this light, this positive attitude almost a joy to live and share, grow. Bob was my fraternity brother at alpha sigma delta the times we all shared are forever etched in our dna. I will never nor have I looked at bow ties the same since meeting bob walsh.
Bobby @ AIC/ASD 1981
Andy Marquis
July 19, 2013
Condolences to the Walsh family and friends. A big loss to the many lives that Bobby touched in his own unique and special way. Our 4 years at AIC/ASD were both fun and reflective, for as carefree as Bobby appeared, he was a deep thinker with a true sense of justice and caring. That carried forth in his career. Bobby had an original style, from his clothes, dances, "quoteism's" snarly laugh and VW bug. I'll never forget our week trip to Cape Cod together in that car and how he asked me an "ECHS Eagle" to travel with him and his MHS buddies. Bobby had a way of connecting with all people across cliques and making all feel welcome. He was a true friend and fraternity brother. It is sad that distance and making our own way in life limits the times shared in adulthood. Know though that Bobby was admired for his special gifts and friendship. He will always be our fraternal brother and his family our family. May he rest in peace now and may the memory of his kindness and genuineness live on in his boys.
Bobby AIC/ASD days.
July 19, 2013
Bobby AIC/ASD Days
July 19, 2013
Bobby
Carl Stafford
July 18, 2013
Todd Eadie
July 18, 2013
Bob was my roomate and ASD brother. Few people I have known made more of an impression and had a bigger heart. I know I will meet up with Bobby on the other side because he would make sure to be there just be make sure I was ok. To the family, you know Bob will be a stand out upstairs also.
Kathy Hyjek (Klett)
July 18, 2013
I am deeply saddened to hear of Bobby's passing. Although it has been years since I've seen him, he was definitely someone I could never forget. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this difficult time.
July 18, 2013
Bobby was truely a great person from a wonderful family that overcame such sadness at an early age.
Wishing the Walsh family our true condolances. Greg Roto and family
Richard & April Willhide
July 18, 2013
Our sincere condolences to Bobby's family and friends. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Bobby was a great guy and will be missed by all that knew him. Rest in peace buddy until we meet again.
July 17, 2013
My prayers go out to all the Walsh family. Bobby was the 'King' of MHS - he was just a great guy who had fun and was kind to all. I see from other's that have said things about Bobby, he did this and his love of sports all thoughout his life with his family.
I will always remember Bobby
Carol Elliot (Lundberg)
Lorraine Giantonio
July 17, 2013
So sorry to see a childhood neighbor in the obituary. My prayers to Katrine for the loss of her brother, and of course my prayers to all his close family and friends. Besides watching you play ball cross from your home, I mostly remember your MHS football days(one man team.. you were so talented and the best!)
Denise Riley
July 17, 2013
I have fond memories of Bobby especially laughing with him. I am deeply saddened by his passing. My heart goes out to his children and family. I will not be able to attend the memorial service Friday, but know I am thinking of Bobby and his family.
Sue Katz Geller
July 17, 2013
I have such wonderful memories of this special man. My heart is full of sadness for the entire Walsh family. I am so sorry for your loss and you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Andy Gibson
July 17, 2013
So Sorry to hear this sad news. Bob was a great guy and had many good friends. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Walsh Family. Rest in Peace Bobby!
Chickey Balesano Barrera
July 17, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Bobby, It's been along time since Frances Dr. but I can remember the fun we had. God Bless all of you, stay strong!!!
Cliff Stratton
July 16, 2013
Bobby was such a great guy and loyal friend. I will always cherish the neighborhood football games we played in the yards as kids. We have lost touch over the years, but he has never been forgotten. God bless Matt, Patty, and Katrina and families. I am so sorry for your loss.
Jason Maly
July 16, 2013
Bob was a great friend, an awesome guy, and a great father. I will miss him dearly.
John Hanley
July 16, 2013
I am saddened to learn of Bobby's passing. My prayers go out to those he left behind. I hope that you may find some comfort in your memories of him. I was proud to have known Bobby and will always be blessed to have been his friend
Paul McCluskey
July 16, 2013
i remember like it was yesterday watching him run the ball only wishing i had 1/4 of his talent some day. he was always kind and helpful and a good man. The McCluskey family sends our love and prayers
Valerie Klein
July 16, 2013
My deepest sympathy to all the Walsh family. May your memories bring you comfort. Although I haven't seen most of in many years, I have fond memories of all of you. Wishing you peace.
ginny cappuccio
July 16, 2013
so sorry to hear about robert my prayers are with the family
Kevin Moran
July 16, 2013
I'm proud to have known him.His focus was unreal.
Carl Stafford
July 16, 2013
Condolence: My deepest sympathy to the entire Walsh family. Although I didn't see Bobby often over the past many years, when I did it was like time hadn't passed. We would talk like we had seen each other only the day before. The last time I saw him was at UCONN some years ago when our children were performing in the state music regionals. He was incredibly proud of his boys and their talents. He was a kind and gentle man with a Big heart. I wish we had been in touch more, I wish he had reached out - I'll miss my dear friend.
Leslie Anderson
July 16, 2013
I was saddened to see Bobby's obituary. I was just reminscing about Bobby and my other Keeney Street friends. My condolences to his family
Robert Parrott
July 16, 2013
My condolences to the family. Bobby was one of the classmates that I looked up to at Manchester high because of his athletic abilities and how he got along with everyone with this mild manner and quick smile. He will be missed, even tho I had not seen him for years.
Thomas Roach
July 16, 2013
I had the pleasure of playing football and soccer with Bob, he excelled and had a lot of heart. Its evident after college Bob had even a bigger heart in his work to help people.RIP my friend
Dawn Farrell
July 16, 2013
My condolences to the Walsh family. My prayers go out to Bobby and the entire Walsh family. I will always remember Bobby as the gifted,loving,talented and remarkable person he was. He will always be in my heart.
Dawn Farrell
July 16, 2013
Matt,Patty,Katrine, & Nancy
I can't express how much my heart breaks for you and Bobby's boys.I have often thought about each of you over the years.So many memories growing up on the west side and Keeney.So many fond memories also of being around such a warm and caring family.You never forget those who have a major impact on your life.There is always a special spot in the heart.You are in my prayers.
Shirley Fiano (Adams)
July 16, 2013
My condolences to the Walsh family.Bobby was a true friend who cared about everyone.For me personally growing up handicapped he always treated me with the utmost respect even at a young age,which was very rare in elementry school.
Paul Fiano
July 16, 2013
My condolences to the family, Bobby was one of the rare and truly good souls.
July 16, 2013
The Riley family is so sadden by Bobbys passing..cousins are so special to us all and Bobby was important to us all. Fond memories will keep him alive in our hearts. god bless his children and his siblings. Love you all...Alicia and the Riley family.
July 16, 2013
Prayers are with the extended family. I only had a chance to meet Bobby once, sitting with him watching an MHS Soccer game while he watched his nephew Ben play, and his brother coach with deep affection. Love and peace, Sandy Valentine
July 16, 2013
The Walsh Family,
I cannot begin to express my sadness at Bobbys passing. Please know all of you are in my prayers.
Love, Lisa Richard Glenn
Carol/Kathy,Mrs.M.& D,L,S
July 16, 2013
To the Walsh family, Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Bobby. Our love & prayers from your old neighbors,
The Manseau Family
Susan Gregory
July 16, 2013
My sympathies to the Walsh family. God Bless Bob's three boys.May they find peace and comfort in the happy memories of Bobbie.
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