Robert Tutolo

Prospect – Mr. Robert J. Tutolo Sr., age 88, of Prospect, died peacefully on
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 in the VITAS Unit at St. Mary’s Hospital. He was the
husband of the late Rosemary (Edmond) Tutolo.
Bob was born March 22, 1937 in Waterbury, son of the late Frank and Angeline
(Petrucelli) Tutolo. He proudly enlisted in the United States Marine Corps at the
age of 17 and served his country from 1954 – 1957 at Camp Lejeune, N.C.
Following his military service, he started his career working as an
installer/repairman for Southern New England Telephone (SNET). He retired as a
supervisor after 35 years. He also served on the board of directors for the
Waterbury Telephone Employees Federal Credit Union and volunteered his time
with the Telephone Pioneers of America. Bob found his greatest joy in spending
time with his family. He also enjoyed taking his daily walks, hunting, fishing,
traveling and was an avid UCONN basketball fan.
He leaves behind a loving family, including his children: Robert J. Tutolo, Jr. and
his wife Sheryl of Northfield, Lori Dickman and her husband David of Prospect,
Michael Tutolo of Prospect, and Susan Skoog and her husband J.R. of
Manchester. He was a proud grandfather to Bobby (Lauren) Tutolo III, Danielle
(J.D.) Smith, Carly Tutolo, David Tutolo, Steven (Molly) Dickman, Jason Skoog
and Ryan Skoog. His legacy continues through his great-grandchildren Emily
Smith, James Smith and Rosie Dickman, who brought light and laughter into his
later years. He also leaves behind his sister-in-law Marie Tutolo of Wolcott, as
well as several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his brothers, Frank and Lenny Tutolo, and sisters, Jennie
Sandin and Lucille Brett.
The family would like to thank his caregiver, Marie, and all his hospice nurses for
the exceptional care and love they provided.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Anthony Roman Catholic
Church, 4 Union City Road, Prospect on Friday, June 13, 2025 at 10:30 a.m.
Relatives and friends wishing to attend are asked to please meet directly at the
church. Burial with full United States Marine Corps Honors will be held in
Prospect Cemetery. There are no calling hours. Community Funeral Home, The
Corona Family Funeral and Cremation Services, is honored to be assisting the
family.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Prospect Volunteer Fire Department,
26 New Haven Road, Prospect, CT 06712
To place online condolences, please visit www.cfhprospect.com