March 28, 2024

Robert A. Greene

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Robert A. Greene, 94, of Rehoboth, passed away on Sunday, June 6, 2021 at the home he and his wife built together 65 years ago. He was the husband of Marilyn (Bourne) Greene with whom he recently celebrated 70 years of marriage.

Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Charles A. and Alice Maud (Beals) Greene. He was an Army veteran of World War II and a member of the American Legion, Rehoboth Post. Mr. Greene was a Principal for the East Providence School Department before he retired. He served as Principal at the Platt Waters School, Meadowcrest and Waddington Schools.

He was a graduate of East Providence High School, attended the University of Vermont and received his Bachelor's Degree from Boston University. He received his Master's Degree from Rhode Island College and did Doctoral studies at the University of Connecticut. While he was a student at the University of Vermont he played collegiate hockey. He was an avid golfer, member of the Segregansett Country Club for 56 years, and the founder of the Rehoboth Golf League. He was a member of Rehoboth Congregational Church, a faithful church-goer whose devotion was inspiring. Bob's vivacity for life kept him young and he could be found playing golf at Segregansett well past his 90th birthday. He and his wife loved spending time in Vero Beach and traveled there for over 20 years. Bob's final days were a testament to the family culture he cultivated, spent surrounded by those who love him. His joy-inducing laughter and genuine happiness will be missed dearly, as he leaves an irreplaceable bright spot in the lives of his family.

Besides his wife he leaves three children, Stephen N. Greene of Rehoboth, Peter A. Greene and his wife Loriann of Seekonk and Kimberly A. Silvia and her partner Gary Dennett of Norton, five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Norman A. Greene.

Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 from 1-3 PM in the PERRY-McSTAY FUNERAL HOME, 2555 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence. Funeral services will be private.

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