Robert Torres

Robert Rene Torres, 59, of Clinton, CT, passed away peacefully on February 25th, 2022. He was in the arms of his wife of 25 years, Karen Forsey Zadora, and her twin brother George Forsey at the Veterans Hospital in New Haven, CT, after a very long courageous battle with multiple health issues.

He leaves behind his family of 1 sister, and 4 brothers, many nieces and nephews in Ellston, MD,

where he grew up. In addition, he leaves behind 2 sister in laws and 6 brother in laws, and over 20

nieces and nephews that loved and respected him very much, in CT.

After high school, Bob entered the Air Force at the age of 17. For 6 years he was a systems

operator and writer for Air Force statistics during his dignified career, including being present in the

central control room for the Spaceship Challenger disaster.

As quoted by high dear friend and fellow worker, “Bob was a consummate information technology professional with decades of experience supporting global medical devices, biotech, and

pharmaceutical corporations, as well as a myriad of other corporate industries.” During those years Bob

had worn many hats including those of project manager, validation and test leads, quality assurance and

business analyst, regulatory auditors, and technical writer. His knowledge and expertise had allowed

him to obtain a number of professional certifications and significantly contribute to a vast number of

highly successful engagements. Bob was well liked by his coworkers and respected by his superiors. He

epitomized grace under pressure. Bob was educated at the University of Miami obtaining a masters in

English, a BA of Bachelor of Arts, and a BS in Journalism.

Bob’s interests were vast, including extensive worldwide travel, cooking, and anything history

related. Known for having great political debates, big love for his fur babies SuZQ’s and Willow. He loved

time spent with family and friends. And lastly, hanging his arm out of the car windows to get a tan.

He was preceded by his parents Justo and MaryAnne Torres and in laws Richard and Paulene

Forsey.

The funeral will be held at Swan’s Funeral Home in Old Saybrook, CT, on April 23rd, from Noon

until 2. Afterword will be a rocking party to celebrate his life at the VFW in Old Saybrook, CT