Robert M. Getchell's Obituary
Robert M. Getchell 82, of Eustis, went to his father in Heaven on September 12, 2016. Robert was a much loved husband, father, coach and friend. He was the retired Athletic Director at Hofstra University in Uniondale, Long Island, New York, having served there for 25 years. Robert was a Veteran having served in the United States Army and a member of the Tyrian-Ashler-Acacia Masonic Lodge of Gloucester, Massachusetts. He is survived by and will be dearly missed by his wife Sharyn, they were married for 56 years. Also surviving are his beloved children; Robert (Laura) Getchell of Eustis, Florida, Robin (Mark) Getchell-Smith of Glen Falls, New York and Allison (Mike) Getchell-Spence of Raleigh, North Carolina and his grandchildren; Robert Getchell, Benjamin Getchell, Jeanette Getchell, Kirestan Kelly and Luke Kelly. His family is holding a celebration in his honor at his home, 320 South Mary Street, Eustis, on Thursday, September 15th from 5 until 7 PM. Please feel free to stop by.
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