Robert C. Deshler Sr.

Quincy Robert C. Deshler, Sr. of Quincy died Feb. 21 at the Quincy Medical Center, he was 84 years old. Robert leaves behind his beloved wife of 63 years, Virginia (Lane) Deshler. He was the loving father of Robert C. Jr. and his wife Kathleen, William P. and his wife Diane, Virginia M. all of Quincy, and the late Donna Frazier of Florida. He was the dear "Papa" of Paul, Christopher, Keith, Ryan, William, Brian, and Brandon Deshler, John and David Frazier, and the late Henry and Robbie Frazier. He is also survived by 6 great grandchildren, He was the devoted brother of the late James, George, and Thomas Deshler, Bertha Lyons and Dorothy Duffy. Mr. Deshler was born in Roslindale and grew up in Mission Hill, Roxbury. He was a World War II Veteran with the US Army Core of Engineers. He was a union bricklayer and member of Local 3 Boston for 61 years. He was an avid sports fan, especially the Red Sox. He enjoyed walks with his dog "Max' and building miniature dollhouses. Relatves and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral Service Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Lydon Chapel for Funerals, 644 Hancock St., Quincy. Visiting hours prior to the service from 4-7 p.m.. Burial will be private in the Bourne National Cemetery. For more information visit www.lydonfuneralchapel.com In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Joslin Diabetes Center, one Joslin Place, Boston MA 02215.