Robert Barrett

December 29, 1929 - October 4, 2019

TOWNSEND --Robert Barrett, 89, former long-time resident of Townsend, died Friday, October 4, 2019, in the Wachusett Manor in Gardner. He was born on December 29, 1929 a son of the late, Fioria and Catherine (Sheehan) Barrett. Robert was employed at American Can for many years prior to his retirement. He enjoyed many years of traveling and summers in York Beach, ME with his wife. He is predeceased by his wife of 68 years, Nancy E. (Leaman) Barrett who died in 2015. He is survived by a daughter, Susan Creighton and her husband Peter of Ashby; his sister, Jo Ann Blood of Peterborough; his brother William F. Barrett of Townsend; seven grandchildren and several great-grandchildren; many nephews and nieces. He is predeceased by three sons, Barry Barrett, Bucky Barrett, Jr. and Donald Barrett; and a brother, Jack P. Barrett. His family would like to thank the staff and residents of Rivercourt Residence in Groton and Sunrise Senior Living in Leominster for their love and support over the past several years. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2019, at 11 AM in the Hillside Cemetery in Townsend. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer Association, 100 North Pkwy, Worcester, MA 01605