Robert J. Peloquin

Robert J. Peloquin obituary, Norwich, CT

Robert J. Peloquin

Robert Peloquin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Aurora-McCarthy Funeral Home, Inc. - Colchester on Jan. 28, 2026.
Robert J Peloquin, 72, of Norwich CT [formally of Southbridge, MA] passed away on January 22, 2026, at his home after a long illness. He graduated from Southbridge High School/Cole Trade in 1972 as Class Vice-president and captain of the Southbridge High School Pioneers football team. He was a machinist by trade and held various positions including General Dynamics, TI Group Automotive and Walbro Plastics. He was happiest when he was with his children and grandchildren, Cullen Baudner and Harrison Peloquin. He enjoyed watching New England sport teams and cooking.

He is survived by his children, Jay and Samantha Baudner of Colchester, CT, Daniel Peloquin and Elise Stanmyer of Moosup, CT and Jaclyn Peloquin of Colchester, CT. He was predeceased by his parents, George and Charlotte Peloquin of Southbridge, MA. He is also survived by his siblings: Ellen Ruppert of Newport, RI, Patti and Ted Nikolla of Southbridge, MA, Anne Leduc of Newport, RI, William and Cynthia Peloquin of Bakersfield, CA, Paul and Karen Peloquin of Sun City, AZ, Peter and Lisa Peloquin of Myrtle Beach, SC, Mary and Ron Childs of Newport, RI and Jane and Bill Proulx of Bolton, CT. He has several nieces and nephews including many great-nieces and great-nephews. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. A Celebration of life will be held at later date. For online condolences or to share a story of Robert, please visit www.auroramccarthyfuneralhome.com

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