Robert D.

Nielsen

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"In loving memory of Robert Dale Nielsen of East Hampton, NY, who passed away on Sunday, April 28th, 2024 at Southampton Hospital.  He touched the lives of many with his kindness, generosity and witty sense of humor. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, coworkers and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Robert was born on December 10th 1954 and raised in Middletown, CT. The son of Dolores (Gilbert) Nielsen and Robert Nielsen. He is survived by his five children Vanessa, Carissa, Derek, Sean and Matthew, his father Robert, sisters Becky, Bonnie and brother Scott and his seven grandchildren Karina, Steven, Nicole, Michael, Maverick, Greta & William.

He devoted his entire life to his family and his career. Raising his kids as a single dad, his love and support for his children and grandchildren never wavered. He was a constant source of safety and stability for his loved ones and at the same time, always telling jokes. Laughter was never in short supply with Bob in the room.

In addition to being a rock for his family, Bob was also a natural leader at work. He made his way up the ladder from clerk, assistant manager, store manager, district manager and eventually project manager with CVS and Revco. Throughout his 40 year tenure he traveled to many different parts of the country including New Jersey, Connecticut, Virginia, Florida & Long Island.

He was a man of routine, starting his day with a newspaper, coffee, a bowl of cereal and ending it with cinnamon toast and Ovaltine. Bob played football in high school and was a huge fan of the NY Giants. He frequented One Stop & Round Swamp Farm where he would spend time catching up with the regulars. He was an avid golfer and particularly enjoyed going on outings with his son Matt. He loved the ocean and found comfort being around it. Over the years, many fishing trips fostered a bond between him and his kids. He leaves us all with many fond memories to treasure. May he rest in peace."

Service: Yardley & Pino Funeral Home -  94 Pantigo Rd East Hampton, NY 11937 on May 11th from 10:30am to 12pm.

Celebration of Life: Kizzy T's -  47 Montauk Hwy, East Hampton, NY 11937 from 1230pm to 330pm