Robert J. Roux

VASSALBORO – Robert J. Roux, 96, of North Vassalboro passed away Jan. 12, 2024, at home with his grandson. Ryan. by his side.

Bob was born in Waterville on Oct. 1, 1927, son to Wallace and Lenore (Mercier) Roux. Bob grew up in Waterville and attended Waterville Schools until he joined the Navy and received his GED. He proudly served in WWII from 1944 to 1946 and then in the Korean War from 1952 to 1956. Upon his return he began working for Harris Bakery and retired from Colby College.

Bob loved watching his children and grandchildren play sports. His favorite thing to do was fishing up in Greenville. In later years he enjoyed going to camp with his friend, Keith Lemieux.

Bob was predeceased by his parents; wife, Rita; son-in-law, Dennis Weston; brothers Donald, Erland, Roland, and Bernard, sisters Gladys and Arlene.

Bob is survived by his daughters Robin Reagan and Rhonda Weston, son, Randall Roux with wife Irene; grandchildren Casey Reagan, Kate Beaulieu with husband Nathan, Ryan Pleau with partner Tiana, Joseph Weston with partner Samantha; Jeff Roux with wife Arica, Matthew Roux with wife Ruth, Justin Roux, Tim Dibenedetti with wife Tracey, Sarah with husband Henry; eight great-grandchildren; sister, Juliette; along with several nieces and nephews.

At his request there will be no viewing. A service will be held at the Veterans Chapel at 163 Mt. Vernon Ave., Augusta on Jan. 24, at 1 p.m. followed by a celebration of life at the St. Bridget Center in at 864 Main St., Vassalboro, ME 04989 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The family would also like to thank Ryan Pleau for his endless dedication to making sure Dad received his final wishes.

Arrangements are in the care of Dan and Scott’s Cremation and Funeral Services in Skowhegan where condolences, photos, and special memories may be shared at https://dsfuneral.com/obituaries/robert-roux-2024.