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Robert Kewley Obituary
Auburn - Robert Anthony Kewley, 81, of Auburn, died Saturday, September 28, 2019 at the UMass-Memorial Hospital University Campus.
Bob leaves his wife of 56 years, Judith M. (Williams) Kewley; his daughter, Deborah L. Croteau and her husband Joseph of Auburn; two grandchildren, Hannah and Haley Croteau; and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his brothers William, John and Lawrence Kewley.
Bob was born in Worcester to William and Mary (Hyland) Kewley, and lived in Auburn for more than 50 years. He served in the Massachusetts Army National Guard.
Bob worked on the maintenance crew for the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority for 32 years, retiring in 1995.
Bob was a member and Past Commander of the Vernon Hill American Legion Post. He was a part-time bartender at the post and enjoyed being around all the members.
Bob idolized his two granddaughters. He enjoyed many Tuesday afternoons at Herbie's with Hannah meeting friends, playing Keno and sharing stories over a beer. He also made countless trips with Haley shopping in malls looking for her favorite things.
Bob loved taking Judy on trips to vacation destinations where a casino might be found nearby including Atlantic City, Las Vegas and more recently, Niagara Falls.
Calling hours will be Thursday, October 3, from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Athy Memorial Home, 111 Lancaster St., Worcester. The funeral will be Friday, October 4, from the funeral home with a Mass at 11 a.m. in North American Martyrs Church, 8 Wyoma Drive, Auburn. Burial will follow in St. John's Cemetery, Worcester.
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Jim Army
October 1, 2024
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Fran Redmond
September 25, 2020
Bob was one of my best Friend and Me Rose and Judy Would go to Atlantic City to gamble, Me and Bob had drinks. we had a lot of fun.
David & Linda Doherty
October 28, 2019
Dear Judy...we just heard the sad news of Bob's passing at Mass on Saturday and want to offer you our deepest sympathy. Bob always had a nice, warm smile and a gentle manner - we will miss him.
MICHAEL CARNEY
October 5, 2019
Our condolences to the Kewley family.Bob was a inspiration for me to be a better person.Throughout the years,he offered guidance to me with fatherhood,politics of public jobs,and as a young leader for the good of the post.Always with a smile,a little joke,or good advice.He loved children,treated them all as his own.He will be missed.Thank you for all you have done R.I.P. My friend.The Carney Family
Fran Redmond
October 3, 2019
We used to go to Atlantic City with Bob And Judy,always a good time.They we're very good friends of Rose and I. We truly loved them.
Fran and Rose Redmond
Ken Bryant
October 3, 2019
Judy & Deb,
I just wanted to tell you that we are deeply saddened by the loss of Bob. Bob was a good friend, a good man, and a great Legionnaire! He worked many hours over the years for the good of the Legion. He served for several years as Post Commander, and Executive Board member.
Bob was always first on line when it came to supporting different charities. When my children were younger we could always count on Bob to be there to buy whatever the school was selling, no matter if he needed it or not.
JIM Army
October 2, 2019
DEAR JUDY;DEB;HANNAH AND HALEY. It is with deep sorrow to learn of the loss of your beloved BOB; He was a good friend and I will miss him. Please accept my sincere condolences.
JEANNE SALVATORE
October 2, 2019
Judy & Family
Our sincerest heart felt condolences for your loss of Bob. He was a beautiful man always happy
& smiling. Always so happy to see you. We shall dearly miss seeing him. May all his memories be eternal. May God bless you & help you through these difficult times
Lovingly Sal & Jeanne Salvatore
Edward J McManaman Sr
October 2, 2019
very sorry for your loss may he rest in peace
Jeannine Nickerson
October 2, 2019
Judy,Deb and the rest of your family... I was so sorry to hear about Bob... he was a very nice man and always had something nice to say... sure will miss him coming thru my door at Culpeppers... you are in my thoughts
Jeannine
Kerry Luby
October 2, 2019
The world lost a great man on Saturday. My "BOYFRIEND"...I am going to miss you, and your hugs. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers!
Lisa Nussbaum
October 1, 2019
Judy , Deb and family
I'm so very sorry for your loss. You were all blessed to have had such love from your Dad/ grandfather/ husband.
My thoughts and prayers to you all .
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