Robert J. "Bob" Ouellette

Robert "Bob" Joseph Ouellette, 81, of Newington passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2025. Born in Frenchville, ME in 1944 to the late Raoul and Jeanne (Daigle) Ouellette. He was the beloved husband of Francoise (Ouellet) Ouellette. Bob enjoyed many hobbies including growing vegetables in his garden, tending to his lawn, restoring classic cars in his garage, and being around people. He was known for his compassion and for being there for everyone who needed him. He would meet his group of friends for coffee every morning sometimes taking one of his restored cars. Bob owned and successfully ran Bob Ouellette Siding and Roofing in Newington, known for being hardworking, and having a strong work ethic. The town of Newington knew they could rely on him to care for their home improvement needs. He was also a devout parishioner of St. Marys Church for many years participating in retreat weekends often. Bob was also proud to be a Marine and to be involved in many duties after active duty such as performing military honors for fallen veterans. He volunteered his time working with numerous veteran organizations and fund-raising events.
Bob was a beloved husband, father, and friend. He leaves behind his cherished wife of 51 years, Francoise, his sons Stephen Ouellette and his partner Christie Tine and Kevin Ouellette and his partner Lindsay Burt and her children Kevin and Audrey. His sisters Juliette and her husband Gilles Pelletier and Yvette and her husband Paul "Babe" Michaud and many dear nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. He is predeceased by his brothers Gerald and his wife Rena Hebert and Roger Ouellette and his sister Arlene and her husband Roland Pelletier.
Relatives and friends are invited to call on Friday, November 14th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Duksa Family Funeral Homes at Newington Memorial, 20 Bonair Ave. Bob's funeral service will begin on Saturday November 15th at 9:00 a.m. at Newington Memorial. A Mass of Christian Burial will directly follow at 10:30 a.m. at St. Marys Church, 626 Willard Ave. Newington. After Bob's Mass he will receive his military honors at St. Marys Church. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. Donations in Bob's memory can be made to Hartford Hospital Henry Low Heart Center at www.giving.hartfordhospital.org/donate/. To share a memory with the family please visit us at www.duksa.net.