Robert Parent

Robert M. Parent, 90, died Aug. 18, 2024, at home in Holliston after a period of declining health. He was the loving husband of Cecilia (Malinowski) Parent, to whom he was married for 67 years. Born in Fort Benning, Georgia, he was the son of the late Louis and Carmen (Murray) Parent.

Bob grew up in Odenton, Maryland, and graduated from Calvert Hall College High School in 1951. After high school, he went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from Loyola University in Maryland. He worked as a vice president for Honeywell, followed by serving as director for the Conference Board in New York. He was a U.S. Army veteran, having attained the rank of lieutenant.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three daughters, Susan Frechette and husband Chris of Gaithersburg, Maryland, Carol Gebhardt and husband Steve of Westminster, Maryland, and Nancy Mayo of Holliston (who has worked at the Michael Lisnow Respite Center in Hopkinton for many years). He also leaves nine grandchildren, Elizabeth, Anna, Samantha, Sean, Olivia, Jake, Zach, Katie and Ray, and four great-grandchildren, Adelaide, Colton, Parker and Riley. Bob is predeceased by his son-in-law Scott Mayo.

Bob was an avid tennis player and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was never at a loss for sound advice and sharing his countless ideas. Bob’s highest priorities in life were his faith in God and the love for his wife and family.

Funeral arrangements, entrusted to the Callanan Cronin Funeral Home in Hopkinton, are private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to the Odenton Heritage Society in Odenton, Maryland.

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