Robert Chester Prentice

Robert Chester Prentice obituary, Watertown, MA

Robert Chester Prentice

Robert Prentice Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by DeVito Funeral Home on Jul. 14, 2025.

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Robert Chester "Bob" Prentice of Arlington, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2025, at the age of 77.
Born and raised in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Bob graduated from Rindge Technical School in 1967. In 1970, he married the love of his life, Charlotte, and in 1973 they moved to Arlington, where they built a home and raised their family together.
A dedicated and skilled master electrician, Bob worked for Diamond Electric before spending 34 years with Parker Hannifin. He took great pride in his craft and retired in 2011 after a long and fulfilling career.
Bob cherished his family and friends deeply, but it was his love for his wife, Charlotte, that defined him. After her passing, his heart was broken. Though he carried on with quiet strength for all of us-especially his granddaughters-he never stopped longing to be by her side.
Bob will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and willingness to help anyone in need-always without expecting anything in return. His love and strength will stay with us always.
He was the beloved husband of the late Charlotte Ann (Jones) Prentice, and the loving father to Wendy Phipps and her husband R.J. of Beverly, Shawn Prentice and his wife Kristen of Westford, and the late Jill A. Prentice. Dear grandfather to Madison, Charlotte and Jill Prentice. Brother to Kathleen Newton Bailey and the late Dorothy Nile.
While we are heartbroken, we take comfort knowing he is now reunited with Charlotte and our sister, Jill.
Forever and always in our hearts
In lieu of flowers, we ask that you spend time with your loved ones. Be present, share a laugh, and make a memory because it that's what he would have wanted.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit in the DeVito Funeral Home 1145 Mass. Ave., ARLINGTON on Thursday July 17, 2025 from 2:00pm – 5:00pm. There will be a short prayer service at 4:45pm to conclude the visitation. Burial is private. Please visit devitofuneralhomes.com to leave an online condolence.
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My poor baby Wendy's heart.
This is a tough one and I am so sorry.
Your parents, each of them with such love and personality!!! And humor!! Omgosh your dad was so funny!! His eyes, the window to his soul- always so shiny and smiling! I´m sorry you´re going to miss them here on earth as we wait for our turn, like all of those that went before us.
Until we see them again, keep their memories and funny stories going!!
Love you guys!

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July 18, 2025

William B Powers jr and family planted trees.

July 15, 2025

Marcia Travis posted to the memorial.

July 15, 2025

Marcia, Jennie, Heather and Chris. sent flowers.