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Robert Jones Obituary

It is with great sadness that the family of Robert Jones announce his passing on June 27 at the age of 88. Bob's greatest passions in life were: his love of his family, appreciation of outdoors and nature, the game of golf, and routing for his favorite sports teams, especially the UConn women's basketball team. He also served his country as a Marine. Robert (Bob), will be lovingly remembered by his children, Brett, Brian and Brad; grandchildren, Danielle, Collin, Amanda, Rebecca and Gabrielle; great grandchild, Aiden, sister, Maryanne Street and very special friend, Fionnuala Purcell Bob was predeceased by his loving wife, Pauline, sister, Barbara and parents, Wade and Mary. Calling hours will be at Tierney Funeral Home, 219 West Center St, Manchester, CT on Tuesday, July 1st from 9:30-10:30 am. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, July 1st at 11 am at Saint Dunstan Parish, 1345 Manchester Rd, Glastonbury, CT. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.st.jude.org. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Robert, please visit our floral store.

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Published by WFSB on Jun. 28, 2025.

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Elaine Fuss O´Reilly

June 29, 2025

It is with deepest sadness that I heard about Mr Jones´ passing. As a child I remember watching basketball with him in the Jones´ family room and going to Riverside park with the family. Please accept my deepest sympathy, Brett, Brian and Brad.

John and Gemma Sullivan

June 29, 2025

Uncle Bob was a lifelong friend to both of us . As families we share many great memories of school days, vacations,skiing,golfing.
You are in our thoughts and prayers, with love and deepest sympathies for your loss, John and Gemma Sullivan

Laurie Arel

June 28, 2025

Sending my sympathy to the Jones family. Mr. and Mrs. Jones will always hold a special place in my heart. Such wonderful memories with the kindest people RIP Jelly Bean

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Memorial Events
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Jul

1

Visitation

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

John F Tierney Funeral Home

219 West Center Street, Manchester, CT 06040

Jul

1

Service

11:00 a.m.

Saint Dunstan Parish

1345 Manchester Road, Glastonbury, CT 06033

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John F. Tierney Funeral Home, Inc.

219 West Center Street, Manchester, CT 06040

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