Robert Macek, age 82, of Plymouth MA passed away peacefully at home with family members by his side on November 13, 2020 after a courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer. He was the husband of the late Claire (Antone) Macek to whom he was married for 40 years.
Robert was born on February 2, 1938 in New Bedford to Eugene M. & Esther Shurtleff of Middleboro MA. He was adopted at the age of 4 by Edward & Margaret Macek of New Bedford MA. He was predeceased by his sister Joan (Shurtleff) Ray & brothers Eugene Shurtleff, half-brothers, Steven Macek, Edward Macek Jr. & Stanley Macek. He is survived by his sister Marilyn (Field) Russell and half-sister Linda Macek. He leaves behind his beloved companion of 17 years, Claudia Story.
He was the loving father of Donna (Macek) Cash-Wiwczar (Donald) of N. Stonington CT, David Macek (Jen) of Kensington NH, Debbie (Macek) D’Arezzo (Guido) of Cranston RI, Dwayne Macek (Elizabeth) of Raynham MA. He was the cherished grandfather of 12 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Robert was a veteran of the USAF having served as a Security K9 trainer. He worked for 38 years as a Professional Teamster Truck Driver. He enjoyed golfing, long bike rides, bird watching, camping in his RV, & traveling the globe.
His funeral service will be held Monday, November 23, 2020 at 11:00AM in the ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford, MA 02745 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00PM in St. Francis Xavier Church, 125 Main Street, Acushnet, MA 02743. Visitation Sunday 4:00 to 6:00PM. Burial is Private. To leave a note of condolence: www.rock-funeralhome.com
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