Robert Dunlop

1927 - 2017

Robert D. Dunlop

Hobe Sound, FL - Robert D. (Bob) Dunlop, 90, of Hobe Sound Florida and Westborough Massachusetts, passed away on October 6, 2017 with his loving and devoted wife, Joanne by his side.

Bob is survived by the love of his life for 44 years, Joanne Dunlop; his daughters, Dorothy Dunlop of Clinton MA, Shirley, her husband Michael Hamel of Old Orchard Beach ME, Tammy, her husband David Migliozzi of Wesley Chapel FL, Dianne Garland of Jupiter FL, Victoria, her husband Larry Maher of Blackstone MA, and his son Charles Higgins of Jupiter FL.

Bob is also survived by his grandchildren, Allison Hamel of Portland ME, Garrett Hamel of Old Orchard Beach ME, Denise Cavaliere of Palm Beach FL, Jennifer Higgins of Hyannis MA and Samantha Priddy of Stuart FL. Bob had 3 great grandchildren. Bob truly loved the time he could spend with his family.

Bob was born in North Adams, MA and lived in Westborough for many years before moving to Hobe Sound in 1985. Bob graduated from Pittsfield High School in 1944. He served in the Navy during World War II, receiving an award for Esteem and Gratitude for Faithful Service from the State of Massachusetts. Bob was an active member of the American Legion in Tequesta FL and a previous member of the VFW in Clinton MA.

Bob was an owner/operator with Mayflower Van Lines for many years until his retirement in 1985.

Whether in Massachusetts or Florida, Bob loved meeting new people that became lifelong friends. Whether a holiday dinner or just a family gathering Bob always enjoyed the time he could be with his family. Bob and Joanne enjoyed traveling across the country, the best of times were spent in Las Vegas, enjoying Frank Sinatra and everything Las Vegas had to offer.

There are no calling hours scheduled and a private memorial service will be held at a future date. Donations in Bob's honor can be made to Sterling Animal Shelter, 17 Laurelwood Rd, Sterling MA 01564.