Robert Cornelius Shea

Shea- Robert Cornelius Shea, 86 of Niantic, beloved husband of Gloria (Franzone) Shea, died Thursday Feb. 4, 2016 at home surrounded by his family. He was born in Norwich son of the late Walter and Della Shea. He was employed by Connecticut College for 20 years retiring in 1991. He loved maintaining his home, his trips to the casino, and enjoyed his grandchildren and great-grandsons. Besides his wife he is survived by his children; JoAnn Brown and her husband Clinton, Richard Shea and his wife Ellen, and his daughter in law Diane. He was predeceased by a son Robert. He is also survived by four grandsons, one granddaughter and two great grandsons, as well as a sister Debbie Morich and many nieces and nephews that loved their Uncle Buddy. Funeral Services and burial will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Center for Hospice Care Southeast Connecticut 227 Dunham St. Norwich, Ct. 06360. Please visit www.labenskifuneralhome.com to leave an online tribute or condolence.