Robert "Bob" Shortall

Robert "Bob" Shortall

Robert Shortall Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Sullivan Funeral Home - Hanover on Aug. 11, 2023.

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Robert Shortall, 94, was born on July 18, 1929 in Billerica, Mass. He passed away on August 9, 2023 in Hingham, MA.

Memorial service information: Visitation on August 15th from 3:00-6:00 PM at Stonebridge Commons Clubhouse, 1 Stonebridge Dr. Hanson, Ma. Graveside service will be held at Blue Hills Cemetery, Braintree.

Robert was employed by James P. Shortall & Sons.

He served in the Army.

In order to honor his memory, donations can be made to the Norwell Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice.
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