Robert S. Cave

Robert S. Cave obituary

Robert S. Cave

Robert Cave Obituary

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Robert Cave, 75, of Canterbury, passed away December 5, 2025, at home. He was the loving husband of Darlene (Garosshen) Cave. Born in Berlin, New Hampshire, he was the son of the late Robert and Consuella (Basile) Cave.

Bob worked for both the cities of Norwich and Jewett City for many years, as a part of Local #611.

Bob was a proud Marine, who received a Purple Heart for his part in Operation Dewey Canyon. Mr. Cave was a member of the Jewett City VFW and the Sprague Rod and Gun Club.

In addition to his wife, Darlene, Robert is survived by his children, Jeff and Susie; 6 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to a graveside service with military honors on December 20, 2025, at 11:00 am in New Hanover Cemetery, Potash Hill Rd, Hanover, CT. Memorial donations in Bob's name may be made to a charity of your choosing. For memorial guestbook visit www.DoughertyBrothers.com
Dougherty Brothers Funeral Home & Crematory

595 Norwich Road P.O. Box 53, Plainfield, CT 06374

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