- Robert P. LoPresti, 69
OLD ORCHARD BEACH -- Robert P. LoPresti, 69, of Old Orchard Beach, died Monday morning, Aug. 30, 2010, at Gosnell Hospice with his loving family at his side.
He was born on Jan. 27, 1941, in Saugus, Mass., the son of the late Joseph and Josephine (Sawin) LoPresti. He attended schools in Saugus, graduating from Saugus High School with the Class of 1959. He enlisted with the U.S. Army following high school. Robert served overseas in Germany and awarded his Honorable Discharge in 1962.
Robert worked with the Saugus Police Department for several years before relocating to Old Orchard Beach. He joined his father in the family business, former LoPresti Fuel and Burner Service. After several years, he took over the business from his father and continued operation until his retirement in 1998. He also co-owned and worked with his wife and daughters at Cascade Garden Center, Old Orchard Beach.
Proud of his community, Robert generously volunteered his time with Old Orchard Beach's Zoning Board of Appeals (former Chairman), the Planning Board (former Chairman) and was a member of the Town Council. He was also a member of the local Lion's Club and Kiwanis' Club.
Robert's family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of Gosnell Hospice House, Scarborough, the Visiting Nurses of Southern Maine, and Dr. Steven Kirsch's office for their dedicated care and support during this difficult time.
He was predeceased by his sister, Jan Smith. He is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Charlene (Gould) LoPresti of Old Orchard Beach; three loving daughters, Jodine LoPresti Adams of Wells, Ann Marie (Anthony) LoPresti of Old Orchard Beach, Julie Ann LoPresti of Old Orchard Beach; a sister, Camille Bourque and her husband Paul of Buxton, a brother, David LoPresti of Duchesne, Utah; one grandson, Bailey Robert LoPresti; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, Sept. 3, 2010, at 11 a.m., at St. Margaret's Church, Old Orchard Beach. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. To share condolences online, please visit www.HopeMemorial.com.
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