Robert Blais Obituary
Robert Bertrand Blais, age 63, passed away on Sunday, September 25, 2022 with his daughters by his side.
Bob was born October 17, 1958 in Lewiston, ME to Bertrand and Rita Blais. He was a former long-time resident of W. Hartford, CT. He resided in Biloxi for the last ten months as his life long dream was always to move to the south and enjoy Cajun cuisines and a beautiful coast line. He was an avid Saints fan and even attended his first Saints game on September 18, 2022.
Bob was a very hard worker, always supporting his family. He was active and enjoyed riding a motorcycle for many years. He especially loved music and had fun visiting the tattoo shop.
Those who know him will remember his larger than life personality, sense of humor and kind heart. Bob never met a stranger and could make anyone feel comfortable in conversation.
Above all, Bob loved his family very much and was especially close with his two daughters and granddaughters.
Bob is preceded in death by his parents, Rita and Bertrand Blais.
Survivors include his loving daughters, Nina Blais and Christine Passcantell and her husband Nick; Former wife and mother of his daughters, Diane Blais; Granddaughters, Olivia and Delaney Passcantell; Sisters, Sue Matthews and Francine Blais; Brother, Donald Blais and his wife Linda; and many nieces and nephews whom he loved.
Celebration of his life will be held in Connecticut.
Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral home is honored to serve the family of Robert Bertrand Blais.
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Bob Maigret
April 30, 2023
Dear Sue: I´m sorry to just learn of Bobs passing. He was a great person, excepted everyone and never had a bad thing to say about anyone. Always remember me from the Bridge, west Hartford center and Hall High, best regards, Bob Maigret
The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes
September 26, 2022
We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.
Nicholas DiCioccio
September 29, 2022
To all that love Bobby like I did I send all my deepest sympathy. Bob was a part of our high school clan and what a guy he was. He was a great friend kind hearted funny guy that you loved hanging out with. Bob, Mike my brother Tony and myself would just love hanging out in West Hartford talk about music and motorcycles. I would go to his house and listen to all the progressive music that I never even knew existed. We went to so many concerts together and man he loved Jethro Tull and bands like Weather Report, Gentle Giant, Mahavishnu Orchestra Robert Fripp. He and I would argue who was the best guitar player ever, I stood my opinion with Jimi Hendrix and Bobby stood his ground with Robert Fripp. He always spoke his mind and never listened to anyone but his own believes. And that´s how he got his nickname "the mouth" . We would sit in the Spigot cafe for hours talking about the MafiAAA and Happy days. I Just wanted to share what a great guy he was and how much he will be missed. Bob was as real and cool as they come even if he drove a Buick LeSabre in high school. LOL You will be missed my friend.
Tony DiCioccio
September 28, 2022
Remembering Bob and what a good guy he was even back in high school. He was funny and never short on words especially when it came to the music he loved. So many memories from school to hanging out in West Hartford Center back in the 70s. Rest In Peace . My thoughts and heart goes out to the family and friends that Bob made through out the years. Peace to all , Tony DiCioccio
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