Robert Joseph Brothers, Sr.

Robert Joseph Brothers Sr, 84, a lifelong resident of Colchester, passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2022,  in Colchester. Born December 8, 1937, in Simsbury, CT; he was a son of the late George and Glorina (Laviolette) Brothers.  Robert worked for 30 years as a Machinist at Pratt & Whitney until his retirement in 1995. He was a former member of both the Knights of Columbus Spellman Council in Colchester and the IAM Union in Middletown. After his retirement he found a new career with Toyota of Colchester, he spent over 20 years with Toyota of Colchester He is survived by his children Robert J Brothers Jr. of Newington, Michael  (Astrid) Brothers of Colchester, Denise (Gary) Paul of Ledyard; and longtime companion Audrey Sullivan of Manchester. He is survived by 7 Grandchildren, 6 Great Grandchildren and numerous other extended family and friends. He is predeceased by his son Brian Brothers; siblings Richard Brothers, Leo Brothers, Albert Brothers, Victor Brothers, Raymond Brothers, and Anita Zawisza. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, June 23 from 10 to 11 AM, followed by a chapel service at the Aurora-McCarthy Funeral Home, 167 Old Hartford Rd, Colchester, CT 06415. Burial will follow in the New St. Andrew Cemetery. For online condolences, please visit www.auroramccarthyfuneralhome.com 

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