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Robert Perritt Obituary
Bob was born at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, the son of Reginald Wilbur and Constance Ash Perritt. He grew up in Waterford and joined the U.S. Navy five days after graduating from Waterford High School. Bob spent nine years in the Navy followed by a successful lifetime career filled with designing computer software.
He leaves behind his wife Suzan Donatello Perritt; three stepchildren, Sara Liddon (John), Nicholas Borden (Andrea) and Eric Borden (Beth); and eight grandchildren. He is survived by his brothers, William and John Perritt; and a sister, Margaret Genung. He was predeceased by his parents; and his brother Richard Perritt.
Memorial services for Bob will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 7, at Elm Grove Cemetery, 197 Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to USSVI Groton Base, C/O Treasurer, 40 School Street, Groton, CT 06340. In the memo section, please write in memory of Bob Perritt.
Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Home have been entrusted with handling the arrangements. Please visit neilanfuneralhome.com to leave the family an online condolence.
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Jim Sandman
Yesterday
Dear Suzan, family and friends of Bob,
On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans, we offer our sincere condolences at Bob´s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are always saddened whenever a fellow "Bubblehead" departs on Eternal Patrol. He served with honor on the USS Thomas Jefferson SSBN-618 and USS Harkness T-AGS-32.
To our "Brother-of-the-Phin" we say, "Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. Fair Winds and Following Seas." Thank you for your service to our country.
Suzan and family... "may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every way. The Lord be with you." 2 Thessalonians 3:16 (ESV).
Jim Sandman, FTC(SS) Ret,
National Chaplain, USSVI.
www.jimsandman.com
Melody Gorton Bellrose
October 25, 2025
My deepest condolences to you and your family, Suzan. R.I.P. Bob, gone way too soon. May your memories and love bring you comfort through this difficult time.
Paul McFarland
October 24, 2025
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
June Cummings
October 24, 2025
Sue, My heart goes out to you for your huge loss. Bob always had a smile for me and we shared many great stories. I´m truly heartbroken.. June
sarah abdullah
October 24, 2025
Susan and family my condolences at this time
Dave Fairman
October 24, 2025
Rest in Peace
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