Robert A. Haskell

Haskell, Robert A., Plymouth, Born March 8, 1928, in Beverly MA. passed away on January 27, 2019 at the age of 90 surrounded by family. Husband to Sandra, father of R. Scott (Cyndi) of Belmont NH, and stepfather of Scot Ramsay (Lee) of SC, Susan Jones (Casey) of NY, Rod Ramsay (Diane) of HI, Randy Ramsay (Lori) of IL. Loving grandfather of 16 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and an uncle to many nieces and nephews. He treasured many friends, including Walter Laute of MO, an army buddy of 73 years. He is preceded in death by former wife Joyce of 34 years, his daughter Nelda Frish, and two favorite fur babies Molly and Tauri. Robert proudly served in the US Army during WWII while stationed in Germany from 1946-48. He belonged to C Troop 42nd Constab Squadron 2 Regiment (1946-1947) and was a member of the Plymouth American Legion Post and the VFW #4483. Robert was employed at Ashland Paper Mill, Farley's, and Richelson's. As a strong supporter of local Main Street businesses, he shopped local and owned and operated Haskell's Toy Store and Haskell's Work Clothes Outlet. Member of the Plymouth United Methodist Church and a trustee member, he had a strong faith and enjoyed worship and community service. He loved music and was known to pull out his harmonica to play his favorite patriotic and faith-based tunes for his grandchildren and other listeners. On his 75th birthday, he celebrated by singing with Bobby Vitton on stage. Last year on his 90th birthday, Robert was surrounded by family and friends who thanked him for his community service and valuable life lessons. It was a party for the books! His accomplishments include; served in 1959-63 as a Major on Gov. Powell's Military Staff, served on the 1959 Hopkinton Dam Committee, received in 1981 Plymouth Rotary Citizen of the Year, 1986 was honored by the NH Senate for Outstanding Leadership, recipient of the 2016 Plymouth Area Community Closet Volunteer of the Year. "Bob Haskell Day", declared on October 5, 2013 by the town of Plymouth, recognizes his formation and directing of the Royal Eagles Drum and Drill Corp in 1963-1986. The Corp served over 1000 kids aged ten through nineteen. Bob was a part of many memorable parades throughout New England, including the 1966 Memorial Day Parade, the 300th Anniversary Parade in Beverly, MA, 1969 World Cup Ski Race Ceremonies in Waterville Valley, President Nixon's Inaugural Parade in 1973 in Washington D.C., and the 250th Anniversary of Plymouth parade in 2013. The Royal Eagles Drum and Drill Corp were very important to him and he was proud of each of his "kids" that went through the program. He loved dogs and spoiled Molly and Tauri. He believed everyone should have a dog! In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations made to The NH Humane Society or the Plymouth United Methodist Church. Thank you to Mayhew Funeral Homes for their assistance. A celebration of his life will be held at the Plymouth United Methodist Church 334 Fairgrounds Road Plymouth, NH. on Sat. March 16, 2019 at 3:30pm. Internment will take place at the NH State Military Cemetery 110 Daniel Webster Highway Boscawen on May 30,2019 at 3:30pm.

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Robert A. Haskell

March 8, 1928 - January 27, 2019