Born in Bridgeport, CT, he was raised by father, Robert J. Rotonto, Sr. and stepmother, Hanna Rotonto, along with mother, Janice Perry and stepfather, Jon Perry. He graduated from Central High School and attended both Norwalk Community College and Albertus Magnus College. He was the owner of Rob’s Lawncare and 2 Boys Stump Grinding. Rob enjoyed basically anything to do with sports and being outdoors. He especially loved baseball, softball, football and riding his motorcycle. He had a strong work ethic and was a very devoted father.
He will be remembered as a fearless left handed pitcher with unbelievable stamina and know for being a great leader and teacher on the field. He lived life to the fullest. He was also known by his nickname “Tonto”.
He is survived by his two children, Frank Rotonto and Chance Rotonto. He also is survived by his siblings, Brittany Scinto, Cortney Squezello, Brianna Rotonto, Clarissa Rotonto, Patricia Rotonto, and Austin Rotonto, as well as his 3 nephews.
Friends and family are invited to calling hours Friday, January 21, 2022, 4-7 pm, at Spadaccino & Leo P. Gallagher & Son Community Funeral Home, 315 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe, CT 06468. We will resume with a Mass on Saturday, January 22, 2022 at 10:00 am at St. Margaret Shrine, 2523 Park Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604. Interment to immediately follow at St. Michael's Cemetery, 2205 Stratford Avenue, Stratford, CT.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial donation to Autism Speaks and St. Jude’s Children's Research Hospital. Both of these charities meant a lot to Rob.