Robert S. Melancon, age 74, of New Bedford, passed away on Tuesday, January 15, 2019 at St. Luke’s Hospital. He was the former husband of Eileen (Brown) Melancon.
A son of the late Ernest and Albina (Szklarski) Melancon, he was a longtime resident of the city and a graduate of New Bedford High School.
Robert served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam war before working as an engineering technician for the Unites States Navy for many years. He was a member of a local bowling league, won awards for bass fishing and enjoyed boating.
He is survived by two sons, David and Eric Melancon of New Bedford; four grandchildren, Bethany Briseno of New Bedford, Heather, David, and Michael Blechar-Melancon; four great-grandchildren, Izaiah and Adrian Briseno, Kamerin and Owen Melancon and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Norma Beaulieu.
His Funeral will be held on Friday, March 22, 2019 at 10:00AM, followed by a burial in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 1285 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford.For online tributes and directions: www.rock-funeralhome.com
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