Robert Newton Shea, 90, formerly of Quinnipiac Avenue, North Haven, passed away Sunday, January 4, 2015 at Peregrine’s Landing, Clinton. He was the husband of the late Jane Mylott Shea. Robert was born in North Haven on October 8, 1924; son of the late Harold and Anna Newton Shea; served his country faithfully in the US Navy during WW II; had worked for the former High Standard and was recognized with the 2013 Lifetime of Service Award by the Board of Directors of the High Standard Collectors Association. Robert was a former member of the Montowese Volunteer Fire Association. Brother of Beverly Gawrych and her husband Robert, James Shea and the late Donald Shea. Also survived by nieces and nephews.
Family and friends are invited to go directly to the Montowese Baptist Church, 201 Quinnipiac Avenue, North Haven on Friday morning, Jan. 9th at 10:00 to attend a funeral service and are also invited to attend the committal services immediately following in the Montowese Cemetery with full military honors. There will be no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association CT Chapter, 2075 Silas Deane Hwy., Ste. 100, Rocky Hill, CT 06067.
Dear Beverly and Jim,
My sincere condolences to all. I have many fond memories over the last several years and have many of his rose of sharon trees growing in my yard. I shared his last train ride together and took him home. I'm so sorry not be able to attend the service as I'm out of town. Much love to all, Nanc
He was a dear friend to me and we visited each others homes on more than one occasion.We also talked on the phone quite often which was always a pleasure. He was a great guy and will be sorely missed. My heart goes out to you, his family, and may you all have peace in knowing he is home at last.
Dear Jim and family,
I am very sorry for your loss.
My brother Ken and I send our condolences.
Most Sincerely, David