Robert Charles "Bob" Waitkus

Robert C. Waitkus "Bob", 83, of Zephyrhills, FL, passed away on August 4, 2025. He was born in Hartford, CT, on August 15, 1941, the son of Peter and Helen (Euskavech) Waitkus.
He leaves behind a beloved wife of 62 years, Cynthia (Morel) Waitkus, a daughter, Kimberly (Waitkus) Griffin, a son, Scott Waitkus and wife Terry Waitkus, three grandchildren, Zackery Waitkus and wife Nora McClure, Dylan Waitkus and wife Katie Waitkus and Cody Griffin and partner John Dominguez and one great-granddaughter, Adelyn Mae Waitkus, along with his sidekick, Cooper dog. He also leaves behind three brothers, Peter Waitkus, Donald Waitkus and Louise Smith, Richard and Rosalie Waitkus and a sister Carol and William Munro, along with 2 Sister-in-laws, 3 Brother-in laws, and many nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his parents and 2 brothers, Lawrence and Michael.
Bob was a proud Navy veteran, having served four years on a destroyer, the DD705. He retired as a Detective with the Connecticut State Police. He belongs to the Connecticut State Police Alumni Association, The Tin Can Sailors Navy Association, the Elks Association and the Moose Association. Above all, nothing and no one held a place nearer and dearer in Bob's heart than Cindi, his devoted wife and best friend. They shared an amazing life together, traveling all over the world, including going on over 50 cruises. After retirement in 1996, Bob and his wife moved to Southport Springs Golf and Country Club, located in Zephyrhills, FL, where they enjoyed the best years of their lives. They met many new friends that became family. He was an avid golfer and played in many different leagues. He also enjoyed watching golf during his downtime.
A Memorial Gathering will be held on Monday, August 18th at 9 o'clock am at Coastal Cremations & Funeral Care 38333 5th Ave. Zephyrhills, Florida 33542 with military honors and placement at Florida National Cemetery to follow.
A special note of gratitude is extended to Rucki Hospice Care Center for their amazing care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Rucki Hospice Care Center www.gulfside.org To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Robert "Bob", please visit our Tree Store.