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Robert Switzer Obituary
Bob was born in Hartford on May 14, 1936. He was raised and attended school in East Hartford. He was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Dorothy Switzer. Bob was employed for many years in the industrial design and manufacturing industry. In addition, he was a talented and knowledgeable mechanic. Bob enjoyed many sports and activities, including snowmobiling, dirt biking, and ATV riding. One of his passions was restoring his antique vehicles. The fun and laughter of Bob's wife and three daughters brought great pleasure to him.
Bob is survived by his loving wife, his "Special Angel," Jean A. (Lyman) Switzer; his three daughters and their families, Roxanne and Tom Oakley of Coventry, Kimberley Foote of Hebron, Tammy and Ken Keyes of Eastford; his grandchildren, Kendra and Mark Oakley, Robert and Jennifer Foote, and Benjamin, Jacob, and Anna Keyes. He also leaves one great-granddaughter, Madelyn Foote; and an honorary daughter, Lori Togo. He was godfather to Carrie and Sierra Young and Michael Lyman. He also leaves his sister, Sally A. Young, and her husband, Stephen, of Glastonbury; a very special sister-in-law, Nancy Lyman of East Hampton; nieces, Wendy Young, Tracy Shumbo and Lynda Whaley; many grand nieces and nephews and longtime best friends, Dottie and Dick Bergeron.
Relatives and friends may join the family at a memorial service to celebrate Bob's life on Nov. 3 at 2 p.m. in the Gilead Congregational Church, 672 Gilead St., Hebron.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hebron Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 911, Hebron, CT 06248; or to the Gilead Congregational Church, 672 Gilead St., Hebron, CT 06248.
The family would like to express its deepest gratitude to the outstanding, compassionate staff at Manchester Memorial Hospital and Northeastern Pulmonary Associates.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Switzer
6 Entries
October 7, 2012
Jean, I know this is a name from the past
but Milt sent this to me and I am so
glad he did. I have you in my thoughts
and prayers.
Jackie LEBEDIN Struck
Pat Callahan & Lorainne Kaczmarczyk Jones
October 6, 2012
Please accept our sincere sympathy. Bob was a friend and classmate of EHHS 1954.
May all your memories provide some comfort to you at this difficult time.
Lorraine Magnotta
October 5, 2012
Jeannie, So sorry to hear about Bob. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Robert Norton Warner
October 4, 2012
Jennifer, So sorry to read of your grandfather's passing. Taken too young. I will be out of state for the memorial service, but my thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Ellen Jaskolka
October 4, 2012
Jeannie,
Hugs all around for you and the girls. May the happy times of the past comfort you all. Love, Ellen Filiault Jaskolka (Auntie and Uncle Phil)
Kenn and Wanda Slocum
October 4, 2012
Dear Jean and family,
We are very sorry to read of Bob's passing. Old friends from many years ago. Bob and I were Car Guys and and never lost that interest.
May your many happy memories sustain you now and in your time of grief and God bless you and your family.
Sincerely, Kenn and Wanda Slocum
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