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Robert J. McCarthy, 77, of Wallingford passed away at his home on January 24, 2024. Bob was born March 21, 1946, a son of the late Dennis and Henrietta (Hill) McCarthy. He graduated from Kaynor Tech, working most of his life as an electrician, retiring from the Cheshire Public Schools System as the director of maintenance.
Bob is survived by his beloved daughters Kimberly and her husband Richard Stewart Jr. of Prospect and Kelley and her husband Jason Croteau of Canterbury as well as his former wife Dianne McCarthy of Prospect. Bob also leaves his cherished grandchildren Alyssa, Jacqulyn, Aidan, Alexah, Ashton, Alivia and Alleigh.
Friends and family are invited to visit with Bob's family on Thursday, February 8, 2023 from 5 pm to 6pm followed by a celebration of life service at 6pm at Prospect Memorial/ The Palmerie Family Funeral Home,122 Waterbury Rd., Prospect. You are invited to share your words of comfort and support for Bob's family on this website on Bob' Tribute Wall.
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Richard Mellen
February 20, 2024
Jason and Kelley, So sorry to read of your dad's passing. It is always tough to lose a parent. Memories are so important. Please accept my sympathy.
Richard Mellen (teacher at NFA)
Ammar Maria and Family
February 7, 2024
My deepest sympathy for your loss to all the families. Memory eternal may he rest in peace. Prayers for all.
Robert Valli
February 7, 2024
My deepest condolences to the family.
I met Bob when he hired me for the Cheshire school system. I will always remember him for his caring nature for the safety and comfort for children in the school district as well as his love for cars (especially Corvairs)
He will be truly missed
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Judy DeTuccio
January 31, 2024
It was a pleasure to know Bob..he was scaring person.He will be missed
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