Northborough / Holden

Robert A. Derosier, a longtime resident of Northborough and formally of Holden, passed away Friday, October 22, 2016, after a long illness; he was 64 years old. Robert was born on July 26, 2016, the son of the late Arnold H. and J. Doris (Sanders) Derosier. He grew up in Northborough and attended Northborough Public Schools, graduating from Algonquin Regional High School in 1971. Robert previously worked for DH Gas Survey Co. He most recently worked for the Town of Holden's Public Works Dept. as a water meter reader. Robert enjoyed Art, playing guitar, and caring for his Labrador Retrievers, Curly, Gracie and Gumby.

He leaves behind his brother, Paul A. Derosier and his wife Lynne of Northborough, two nieces, Amy Derosier of Lansing, MI and Amanda Millette of Myrtle Beach, S.C., and a nephew, Matt Derosier of Moodus, CT. Robert's funeral will be held at 10AM , Thursday, October 27, 2016, from the Hays Funeral Home, 56 Main Street, Northborough. A calling hour from 9-10AM will precede his funeral. He will then be laid to rest in Howard Street Cemetery, Northborough. To view or leave condolences, please visit Robert's Book of Memories at www.HaysFuneralHome.com