Robert Dempsey, 77, of Worcester, died peacefully November 5, 2008 in the UMass Memorial Hospital, 119 Belmont Street. He leaves his son, Robert Henderson of North Grafton and a nephew Leroy Dempsey of Alaska. A brother Leroy Dempsey predeceased him. Robert was born in South Carolina, to the son of Patrick and Rebecca (Truesdale) Dempsey. Mr. Dempsey worked in construction for most of his career. He was a spirited fun loving person who enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Memorial calling hours for Mr. Dempsey will be Saturday, November 15th from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. with a prayer service to follow in MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester. Burial will be held at a later date in St. Paul Cemetery, Camden, South Carolina. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to: American Lung Association of Massachusetts, 460 Totten Pond Road, Suite 400 Waltham, MA 02451. Your Donation can save lives.