Robert J. Guertin

LEOMINSTER – Robert J. Guertin, 70, of 47 Princeton Street, Leominster, died peacefully Sunday morning, October 20th in Hillcrest Nursing Home, Fitchburg.

He was born in Fitchburg on January 16, 1943, son of the late Emile and Dorina (Lizotte) Guertin and graduated from Fitchburg High School.

Following his graduation, he proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps.  An avid sports fan, Bob followed all of the professional Boston sports teams.  For many years, he worked as a machine operator for Mohawk Wire and Cable Co. until his retirement.

He is survived by a daughter, Lori Simms of Palm Coast, FL; two granddaughters, Samantha Simms and Kayla Simms and a brother Richard Guertin and his wife Gloria of Phillipston.

Private military honors will be conducted at the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Winchendon.  There are no calling hours.

Memorial donations may be made to Affinity Hospice, Hospice of Life, 800 Main Street, Holden, MA 01520.

Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon is directing arrangements.

www.stone-ladeau.com

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