Robert F. Randall
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Robert F. Randall

  • October 21, 1946 - July 21, 2011
  • Melrose, Massachusetts
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“Dear Randall Family, I worked with Bob many years ago at New England Telephone in Saugus. Bob and I enjoyed many laughs together. He was a great...Read More » ”
1 of 23 | Posted by: John Shea - Needham, MA

“Dear Diane, I don't know where to begin, but I can't remember life without you and Bob and your family. We have known you since Heather & Lindsay...Read More » ”
2 of 23 | Posted by: Kathy & Joey O'Brien - Everett, MA

“Diane, Robert, Lindsay and all who had the honor of knowing Bob, There are no words to truly express the deep sadness we feel for the loss of Bob; ...Read More » ”
3 of 23 | Posted by: Bobby & Michele Glancy - Saugus, MA

“Lindsay, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Jackie ”
4 of 23 | Posted by: Jackie (Lavender) Bird - Melrose, MA

“Bob, you and your family have been in the Catoggio kids lives for a very long time. You and Diane were ever present at every milestone we hit in...Read More » ”
5 of 23 | Posted by: Chris Catoggio - Washington, DC

“Dear Diane and family, Our hearts are so sadden by the passing of Bob. We are so fortunate to have the pleasure of having you all in our lives. ...Read More » ”
6 of 23 | Posted by: Carol and Rich Westhaver

“Dear Randall Family, I just wanted to share Maria and my sadness over the passing of Bob. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult...Read More » ”
7 of 23 | Posted by: Jonathan Horn

“My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Bob was genuine, caring and truly kind. I am so sorry for your loss and if there is anything...Read More » ”
8 of 23 | Posted by: Tracy Myette Brown - Plymouth, MA

“Auntie Diane, Rob and Lindsay, Words cannot begin to express how sad I am for you all. Uncle Willie was the best. I feel so blessed and honored to...Read More » ”
9 of 23 | Posted by: Kristin MacCutcheon - Woburn, MA

“Diane I am so sorry. What a shock when Deb called me about Bob. He was so awesome and what a great pair you made. Too young to go. Our prayers are...Read More » ”
10 of 23 | Posted by: Arlene Hughes - Arlington, MA

“Auntie Diane, Rob and Lindsay, Words can't express the sorrow and loss that we feel at the passing of Uncle Willie. He was such a huge part of our...Read More » ”
11 of 23 | Posted by: Michael MacCutcheon, II. - Woburn, MA

“You couldn't ask for a better neighbor. Bob always had a kind word and a smile on his face, or a wave hello. He was wonderful to my family and they...Read More » ”
12 of 23 | Posted by: Joan Beshong - Melrose, MA

“Mrs. Randall, Lindsay & Rob, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. He was a great man and even though the majority of my...Read More » ”
13 of 23 | Posted by: John Quinlan - Peabody, MA

“Dear Randall Family, Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. We feel blessed to have known such a wonderful man who loved his family so much....Read More » ”
14 of 23 | Posted by: Linda Anderson - family friend

“Not only was Bob's life an example to follow, but so was his death. Though we all know he did not deserve to die so young, he left this earth with a...Read More » ”
15 of 23 | Posted by: Ruthie - Lynnfield, MA - Sister

“I worked with Bobby for several years at Verizon in the engineering department. we both worked for / with walter cronin , also from melrose. My...Read More » ”
16 of 23 | Posted by: Bobby Grassia - SOMERVILLE, MA

“To Mrs. Randall , Lindsay and Robert ; I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your Loved one . I know that words fail, but know that...Read More » ”
17 of 23 | Posted by: christine lofgren

“Diane, Lindsay, and Robert, I share your grief over the loss of such a great man. I owe Bob so much from giving me a chance to work for him as an...Read More » ”
18 of 23 | Posted by: Dino Imbergamo - Saugus, MA

“Dear Randall Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Some of the best times I can remember were the conversations that I would have with Bob here at...Read More » ”
19 of 23 | Posted by: Sheila Bouvier - Saugus,, MA

“Diane & Family We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. What a great guy! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love......Alan & Carolyn...Read More » ”
20 of 23 | Posted by: Carolyn Butt - Revere, MA

“DIane and Family, The 1st time that I met Bob turned out to be one of the luckiest days of my life. What he taught me, just by who he was, were...Read More » ”
21 of 23 | Posted by: Michael MacCutcheon - Woburn, MA

“DIane and Family, The 1st time that I met Bob turned out to be one of the luckiest days of my life. What he taught me, just by who he was, were...Read More » ”
22 of 23 | Posted by: Michael MacCutcheon - Woburn, MA

“Diane and family So sorry for your loss. Bob was an awesome guy. I hope you can use all the great memories you have to get you through these...Read More » ”
23 of 23 | Posted by: Donna Morabito - Malden - friend


Mr. Robert F. Randall, a longtime Melrose resident, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 21, 2011 at Massachusetts General Hospital after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family. He was 64.

Robert Frederick Randall was born on October 21, 1946 in Malden, one of three children of the late Frederick B. Randall and Ruth F. (Scanlan) Randall.

Raised in Revere, Bob graduated from Immaculate Conception School in Revere and majored in business at Northeastern University. He worked for Verizon for 37 years, retiring in 2003 as a telecommunications engineer.

Bob was a big New England sports fan, loved travelling with his wife, and going to the beach. He was a member of the Telephone Pioneer club and volunteered as a YMCA basketball coach. Bob enjoyed being a handyman and was known to have many home projects nearly completed.

A generous, patient and funny man, Bob will be remembered for being one of the nicest guys anyone ever met. He was passionate about his family, always put them first, and will be forever remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather.

Bob was the beloved husband of Diane M. (Glancy) Randall with whom he shared 39 years of marriage. Devoted father of Robert P. Randall of Melrose, and Lindsay R. Clifton and her husband Jeremy of Baltimore, MD. Loving grandfather of Finley B. Clifton. Dear son of the late Frederick B. and Ruth F. Randall and cherished son-in-law of Dora M. Glancy of Everett and the late Albert F. Glancy. Dear brother of Ruth Sentas and her husband John of Lynnfield and Stephen Randall of Lynnfield. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral from the Robinson Funeral Home, 809 Main St., Melrose on Tuesday, July 26 at 9 AM followed by a Funeral Mass in celebration of Bob’s life in Most Blessed Sacrament Church, 1155 Main St., Wakefield, at 10 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours on Monday from 4-8 PM. Interment in Wyoming Cemetery, Melrose.

Gifts in his honor may be made to Mass General Hospital, Robert F. Randall Fund, 165 Cambridge St., Ste. 600, Boston, MA 02114.