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Robert A. Torrey

  • February 8, 1953 - December 9, 2011
  • Brattleboro, Vermont
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“It took a moment for me to put this together not really knowing Bob but having spent the better part of my childhood watching his dad Art magically...Read More » ”
1 of 15 | Posted by: Bob Bonneau - Brattleboro, VT

“My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. The pain lessens with time, but thankfully memories don't. If there is anything I can do please...Read More » ”
2 of 15 | Posted by: Stephen Reynolds - Brattleboro, VT

“It's hard to put into words how sad Bob's passing is...we've lost a great friend and our community has lost a wonderful man. Our sympathy and...Read More » ”
3 of 15 | Posted by: Carole & Tommy Cummings - VT

“Bob was one of the most honest, real, optimistic friends I have ever known. A true sweetheart...my heart goes out to his family,to dear Sarah, and...Read More » ”
4 of 15 | Posted by: Sally Brown - Northampton, MA

“Bob was a terrific man and was loved by all who knew him. Many thoughts and prayers go out to Sarah and Bob's family during these very sad days. Bob...Read More » ”
5 of 15 | Posted by: CLAIRE LAVENDER - BRATTLEBORO, VT

“Bob, I am deeply saddened at your passing, but know that you are in a better place sitting at the right hand of God. No more pain or suffering,...Read More » ”
6 of 15 | Posted by: Doreen Burkey - Orange City, FL

“Bob welcomed my family to St Michael's Episcopal Church in the fall of 2010 as co-chair of their Welcome Team. I will be forever grateful for his...Read More » ”
7 of 15 | Posted by: Megan Buchanan Cherry - Guilford, VT

“Mr. Torrey, Bill and Sarah, My deepest condolences in the passing of Bob. My thoughts and Prayers are with you as you mourn this deep loss. ”
8 of 15 | Posted by: Terry Martin - Brattleboro, VT

“My heart goes to Bob's family and to my dear sister Sarah at this time. Bob was a most wonderful man and his loss goes profoundly deep. My prayer for...Read More » ”
9 of 15 | Posted by: Robert Schrull - Tokyo

“Bob was a dear friend for many years. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. ”
10 of 15 | Posted by: Cressy Hudson - Brattleboro, VT

“To a friend who was always there when needed. Bob, you will be missed by so many who called you a friend and will be remembered for your many acts of...Read More » ”
11 of 15 | Posted by: Wayne Cook - West Wardsboro, VT

“Bob was a kind and caring man who will always be loved and missed. I am proud to be able to say he was a friend. ”
12 of 15 | Posted by: Judy McGee - Brattleboro, VT

“What an amazing person you have demonstrated to all of us Bob. The mark you leave on us is one of love and celebration! We will miss you everyday. ”
13 of 15 | Posted by: Christine Lindeberg - Easton, CT

“This is a very touching write-up about Bob. All of those he left behind are in my prayers as your loss is great. ”
14 of 15 | Posted by: Michelle Cram-Hunt - Essex Jct, VT

“What a kind and gentle soul, Bob was. He will be greatly missed by so many people, including me. ”
15 of 15 | Posted by: Fran Lynggaard Hansen - VT


Brattleboro- Robert Arthur, "Bob" Torrey, 58, of Parkside Avenue, died late Friday night, December 9, 2011 at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts following an eleven week hospitalization. The cause of death was complications from pancreatitis. A lifelong resident of Brattleboro he was born on February 8, 1953 the son of Arthur and Constance (Duncan) Torrey. He was raised and educated in Brattleboro graduating from Brattleboro Union High School with the Class of 1971. While at BUHS he excelled in the Business Education Curriculum and was recommended by then department head Gordon Thomas for a position at Brattleboro Savings and Loan Association then located on Elliot Street, a position he secured two months after graduating. What initially was an entry level position turned into a successful 40 year career with the financial institution. Starting out in a teller's position Bob worked his way up to Bank Vice President. He was well known at the Savings and Loan for his thoroughness and patience, often assisting the elderly with the menial task of helping to balance a checkbook. Because of his dedicated involvement with the Savings and Loan, Bob was often considered the George Bailey of Brattleboro from the much loved 1946 movie classic "It's A Wonderful Life," by Frank Capra. Active civically, he was a former board member of the AID'S Project of Southern Vermont, and held membership in the Scottish Clan Donnachaidh where he served as the Vermont representative. He was very proud of his Scottish family heritage. Steadfast in his lifelong walk of faith, he was an active member of Saint Michael's Episcopal Church where he served on the church vestry, was an altar server, headcounter and co-chaired the parish's welcoming team. Bob often filled the position as tech support for the church. A quiet, unassuming man, he was known for his spirit of friendship and kindness and loved to work behind the scenes in whatever project he was involved in. Of his leisure time activities, he was an avid reader, enjoyed genealogy and loved birds and small animals, especially the squirrels that visited his feeders at his home on Parkside Avenue. He also loved to travel and go antiquing. Bob also was a Dark Shadows, Doctor Who and Star Wars fan. Survivors include his father of Brattleboro, one brother, William Torrey of Brattleboro and his two children, Liam and Hope Emila both of Mount Desert, Maine, his close personal friend of many years, Sarah Benton of Brattleboro, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Additionally he leaves his beloved pet cat "Dante'. Services in celebration of his life will include a Mass of the Eucharist to be conducted at Saint Michael's Episcopal Church on Saturday at 4:00 P.M. A reception will follow the services to be held the church undercroft. Bob's cremated remains will be interred in the family lot in Chesterfield West Cemetery in Chesterfield, New Hampshire. There are no calling hours at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Bob's name may be made to Saint Michael's Episcopal Church Capital Campaign Fund, 16 Bradley Ave. Brattleboro, VT 05301, to the Windham County Humane Society, PO Box 397, Brattleboro, VT 05302, or to the Aid's Project of Southern Vermont, PO Box 1486 Brattleboro, VT 05302.