Robert Henry St. John, Sr
d. November 27, 2013
Hancock, NH
Robert Henry St. John, Sr., died peacefully at Monadnock Community Hospital on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 following a period of failing health. Robert was a World War II veteran, a rabid Yankees fan, and a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Robert was a lifelong member of the Hancock Congregational Church. Robert was a deacon as well as a church sexton for many years.
Robert has one living elder sister, Olive Colburn of Florida. Robert is predeceased by one daughter, Celestine St. John. Robert is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Sylvia St. John. He leaves behind 4 children, Christopher Jacobson and his wife Darlene, Robert H. St. John Jr., Melody Olivio and her husband Tim, and Randy St. John and his wife Karen. Robert leaves his grandchildren, Sean, Devon, and Stephanie Jacobson; Patrick St. John; Alex St. John and Jeremy Williams. Robert previously had lost a granddaughter, Patriciah St. John.
There are no calling hours. There will be a private committal ceremony for immediate family in the near future.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to the Peterborough Wave Swim Club, 39 Greenwood Drive, Dublin, NH.
Jellison Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. To view an online obituary please go to www.jellisonfuneralhome.com