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Robert B. GEARY obituary, Hyannis, MA

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Robert GEARY Obituary

GEARY, Robert B. Age 84, of Hyannis, MA and Naples, FL, formerly of Mission Hill, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, on September 30, 2025. Beloved husband and best friend of Fay M. (Donovan) for 60 years. Beloved father of Robert Geary and his wife, Denyse of West Roxbury, Michael Geary of Hyannis and Joan Geary St. Peter of Westwood. Cherished grandfather to Sydney, Sean, Brendan, Justin, Ryan and Jack. Loving brother of Michael Geary and his wife, Nancy of West Roxbury and the late Joan Dunn and Joseph Geary. Beloved son of the late Robert and Helen Geary. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Bob grew up in Mission Hill and moved to Hyde Park to raise his family. He retired from the Boston Globe after 40 years in 1999. He spent his time enjoying retirement between Cape Cod and Naples, FL. Always a gentleman, he was simply the best. He will truly be missed by his family and friends. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to visiting Hours at the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre St., WEST ROXBURY, on Monday, October 6, from 3pm-7pm. Funeral from the funeral home, on Tuesday, October 7, at 8:30am, followed by a Funeral Mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help (Mission Church), 1545 Tremont St., Boston, at 10am. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. For guestbook, gormleyfuneral.com William J. Gormley Funeral Service

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 2 to Oct. 5, 2025.

Memorial Events
for Robert GEARY

Oct

6

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

William J. Gormley Funeral Home

2055 Centre St, West Roxbury, MA

Oct

7

Funeral

8:30 a.m.

William J. Gormley Funeral Home

2055 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA

Oct

7

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help

1545 Tremont St, Boston, MA

Funeral services provided by:

William J. Gormley Funeral Home

2055 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132

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Caffrey family

Yesterday

fay we were so said to hear of bobby passing loran and BillCaffrey [deceased} and his brother Paul

Meghan Bedrosian

October 6, 2025

Mrs. Geary & Family,

I am truly grateful for Mr. Geary's kindness and hospitality throughout the years. I will always remember his genuine smile and contagious laugh, love of sports, and mostly his love for you. A true gentleman. I will forever cherish the memories. I am so sorry for your loss.

All my love, Meghan

Susan Holden

October 5, 2025

Fay and Family. We were heartbroken to hear of Bob´s passing. He was a true gentleman and valued friend. We enjoyed our many visits listening to his many stories and sharing a beverage or two. Thanks for the laughs.
He will be missed by the many that knew and loved him.
Sharing in your sorrow,
Paul and Sue Holden

Michael King

October 5, 2025

On behalf of the King Family, we're so sorry to hear about Bobby's passing. You're all in our thoughts and prayers.

Peaceful Reflections

Jesslyn Solomon

Sent Flowers

Richard Stanton

October 4, 2025

I was very sorry to read of Bobby's passing . My sincere condolences to Fay and his entire family. May Bobby rest in peace. Sincerely Richie Stanton

Patricia Kanelos

October 3, 2025

Rob,Denyse and family,
So sorry to hear of dad´s passing you will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time!
Love
Patty Kanelos

Jim Reardon

October 3, 2025

It´s been 27 plus years since our paths have crossed although his warm happy smile often came to mind.
Bobby, a street -wise gent from Mission Hill with an above level of intelligence, was a friend to all.
My sincere condolence to you Fay and the entire Geary family.
ITU, BTU Brother, Jim Reardon

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The Perrone´s

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