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BORN
11/08/1944
DIED
05/02/2025
Robert Payette Obituary
Bob served in the U.S. Army and was a Vietnam veteran. He worked for Allstate Insurance, eventually opening his own office in New London, a career lasting over 30 years where he was very well liked and respected by his clients.
His interests included gardening, reading, music, photography, camping and sailing. Bob was a devoted family man, lover of animals and loyal friend who always saw the good in people.
In lieu of flowers, please send any donations to DAV (Disabled American Veterans). Services will be held at a later date.
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for Robert Payette
Lynn and Pete Locarno
May 11, 2025
Dear Alice, Anthony, Joanna, David and family,
We are so sorry to hear this sad news. Bob was a great neighbor on Pepperidge Lane. We loved the strawberries that he shared from his well-cared for garden. May the love of friends and family carry you through this difficult time.
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Sharon Marsie
May 9, 2025
RIP
The Christensen Family, East Lyme, CT.
May 9, 2025
Bob Payette was a great neighbor and friend, with a wonderful family. We are saddened to hear this news, but grateful to have known him. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
MICHAEL BYCHOWSKY
May 7, 2025
ALICE VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT ROBERT. I NEVER KNEW THAT HE WAS VIETNAM VETERAN HE WAS A BRAVE MAN AND A HELL OF A GREART INSURANCE AGENT. LINDA AND I SEND OUR PRAYERS AND LOVE. MIKE BYCHOWSKY
Ginny O´Connor
May 7, 2025
Dear Alice and Family:
Please accept our deepest condolences. We have such fond memories of Bob from EL Jaycees, Lions Club, our trips to Bermuda & Block. Tropical Storm Danny while the guys sailed thru it to Block comes to mind. We enjoyed hearing from Bob via e-mail in recent years. Bob was a bright light with vivid character and kindness. Hold on tight to each other. Ginny & Ray
Dave Fairman
May 7, 2025
Rest in Peace
Marcia Hollister Willette
May 6, 2025
Rest in peace Uncle Bobby . Give my mom, Dad and all the Payettes we miss and love a big hug from me. Thank you for being my Uncle. Love you. Marcie
david hadley
May 6, 2025
I will always remember with great fondness the times our families spent camping together in Rhode Island. Bob will be missed!
Michael & Cynthia
May 6, 2025
Alice, our deepest condolences to you and the family. Bob will always be remembered by me for is letters of the family´s adventures. I especially liked the ones about the rocket launches Then the story of how buddy joined your household.
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