Robert F. "Bob" Foley

Robert F. "Bob" Foley obituary, Plymouth, MA

Robert F. "Bob" Foley

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Feb

20

Visitation

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

O'Brien Funeral Home

146 Dorchester Street, South Boston, MA

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Feb

20

Funeral service

12:30 p.m.

O'Brien Funeral Home

146 Dorchester Street, South Boston, MA

Send Flowers

Robert Foley Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by O'Brien Funeral Home - South Boston on Feb. 18, 2026.
Robert F Foley in Plymouth, formerly of South Boston, passed away on February 14, 2026. He was born in South Boston on March 24, 1946, to the late John J. And Mary (Hanlon) Foley. Beloved husband of the late Lois Ann (Potts) Foley. Cherished brother of Jack Foley and his wife Sara of Cohasset. Uncle of John Foley and his wife Amber of Mashpee and the late Michael R Foley. Great uncle of Dylan, Madison, Jack Jr., Porter, Everett and Griffin.

Bob worked for Stone and Webster and was an engineer during the construction of the big dig. His work had him living in several places including China, So. Carolina and Texas. Bob loved history, antiques and shopping.

Visitation in the O'Brien Funeral Home 146 Dorchester Street South Boston on Friday February 20th from 11:30am-12:30 pm. Followed by Funeral Service at 12:30. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Interment Cedar Grove Cemetery Dorchester.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The St. Monica Food Pantry P.O. Box 270799 South Boston, MA 02127 For directions and guest book please visit www.obrienfunerals.com

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Upcoming Events

Feb

20

Visitation

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

O'Brien Funeral Home

146 Dorchester Street, South Boston, MA

Send Flowers

Feb

20

Funeral service

12:30 p.m.

O'Brien Funeral Home

146 Dorchester Street, South Boston, MA

Send Flowers