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Robert Lazzeri Veteran
May 09, 2022

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LAZZERI, Robert Of Dedham, May 9, 2022. Predeceased by his parents, father Guerino Lazzeri of Cattolica, Italy, mother Josephine (Cocci) of Cattolica, Italy, his sisters Vera (Turchette), Mary (Donovan), Frances (Buckley) all of Dedham, his brother Alfred of Houston TX, his nephew Philip (Donovan) of Dedham.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years Helga (Bogner) of Dedham, his son and daughter-in-law Eric and Jill of Franklin, grandson Sean of Dorchester, as well as his nephews and their wives Alex and Barbara Turchette, Neal and Marilyn Buckley, Francis and Angela Donovan, and his niece Teresa and William Maines, as well as many great nieces, nephews and extend family who loved him dearly.

Robert was a graduate of Dedham High School class of 1946 and served in the United States Marine Corps and attained the rank of Sergeant. He spent most of his professional career as a draftsman and design engineer.

When not working Robert enjoyed extensive travels around Europe, South America and the United States with his favorite traveling companion, Helga.

Robert was a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Dedham Italian American Club, and Dedham VFW. He enjoyed spending time with his son and grandson watching the local Boston sports teams. Other hobbies that always included Helga were gardening, the symphony, the opera, and culinary endeavors, accompanied by his favorite interest … wine.

Visiting hours will be held at the George F. Doherty & Sons Wilson-Cannon Funeral Home, 456 High St., Dedham on Sunday, May 15 from 4-7pm. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Monday, May 16 at 12:00pm. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Interment private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Robert’s name to the American Heart Association, 300 5th Ave., Waltham, MA 02451.

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George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home - Dedham
456 High Street
Dedham, MA 02026
781-326-0500