Robert J Parretti

Robert J. Parretti, 57 of Worcester passed away Sunday May 3, 2020, following the passing of his father William Parretti two days earlier on May 1st, both from complications of COVID-19.

Robert was born on April 9, 1963, in Worcester, one of two sons of William D. and Janice A. (Borglund) Parretti and was raised on Fales Street. Robert spent his early to mid-twenties in the Air Force as an Airlift Maintenance Specialist on C-130’s, working on bases in Hawaii, Texas, and New Mexico, among others. He later worked alongside his father and brother as a molder for the Norton, Saint Gobain company for over 25 years.

Robert is survived by his son, Zachary T. Parretti and former wife, Hope (Frigon) Parretti of Worcester; His brother, William Parretti and his wife Sherilynne of Worcester; And many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and lifelong friends, all of whom he loved very dearly. In addition to his father, he was pre-deceased by his mother Janice (Borglund) Parretti in 2012 and his sister Shirley Parretti-Hadley in 2019.  

Robert was an avid golfer his whole life, and was consistently one of the best players in his company’s weekly golf league. His favorite local course was Holden Hills, and he also enjoyed frequently playing at Green Hill, Pakachoag (“Pack-a-helmet”), Leicester Country Club, and Clearview (“ClearRock”).

Robert adored going to the casino with his father, brother, and son for dog racing, horse racing, and keno. Following a casino visit, he often loved to go to local bars and restaurants with his brother William and his best friend Sally Maloney to explain just how close he was to winning.

If Robert wasn’t on the golf course or at the casino, he could often be found under a car doing repairs or on the couch watching Fox News or sports. He dedicated his life to always doing what was right and providing for his family. He played and excelled at many sports growing up, and adored teaching and playing sports with his son, Zachary throughout his fatherhood. He was the perfect representation of a son, brother, father, husband, friend, and most of all, a hero. He will be missed very much by very many.

Robert’s services will be private. However, the Parretti family plans to have a large gathering in celebration of both Robert and his father William’s lives at 19 Fales Street on a future date, to be determined in conjunction with state safety laws. The MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St is honored to assist the family once again, especially under this difficult circumstance.