March 28, 2024

Robert G. Pearson

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Robert G. Pearson of Rehoboth, MA passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 93. He often expressed how much he missed his wife Pat, who passed last May. They were married 68 years.

Robert, “Bob” was born November 27, 1929 to Howard and Clara Pearson. Growing up during the Great Depression, he quickly learned how to fabricate his own vehicles i.e. bicycles, beach buggies, race cars, and anything else he desired. He was well known for his intelligence and ability to build just about anything. Perfection was always his goal.

Bob was an Army veteran and was stationed in Paris during the Korean War. At 25, he married Patricia Phillips. He recently reminisced about how beautiful his bride was. Together, they made a loving home in Rehoboth with their children. He was an electrician and worked at Otis Elevator.

Bob and Pat enjoyed wintering in Florida after an early retirement. His hobbies included decoy carving, RC airplanes, auto racing, and traveling. His love of horses was passed on to his children.

Mr. Pearson is survived by two daughters and their spouses, Carol Pearson and Julie Rood; Susan and Rick Harris; three grandchildren: Lianne Raquel, and Robert, and two great grandchildren, Bryce and Amelia.

There was a celebration of life at Benjamin’s restaurant located at the Ramada Inn Seekonk, MA on June 3rd from 2-5pm.

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