Obituaries

Robert J. MacDonald

09/27/1984 - 03/07/2016

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Obituary For Robert J. MacDonald

Robert J. MacDonald "Bobby", 31, of Rockland, past away on Monday, March 7 , 2016. He succumbed after many years battling with opioid addiction and mental health illness. He was born in Weymouth, and was raised and educated in Rockland, graduating from Rockland High School in 2002.

Bobby loved fishing and enjoyed the summertime at the beach playing volleyball. More than anything, he enjoyed spending time with his beloved daughters and his nephew.

Bobby is survived by his daughters, Corinna and Leila MacDonald of Whitman. Son of, Robert B. MacDonald and his wife Joan and Sandra J. (Foster) Sullivan and her Husband Keith of Rockland. Grandson of Theresa Foster and Norman MacDonald, both of Rockland. Brother of Sara MacDonald of Weymouth, Ryan Sullivan of Rockland, Megan Levesque and Nicole Fanning of Rockland, Kerrie Travers of Brockton, and Mandy Travers of Taunton. Uncle to Charlie Murphy of Weymouth. Also survived by many Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins.

The family welcomes friends and relatives to celebrate his life on Friday, March 11, 2016 at the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union Street Rockland, from 5:00-8:00 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, March 12, 2016 at 9:00 AM in the Holy Family Church in Rockland. Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery.

Services

11 Mar

Visitation

17:00 PM - 20:00 PM

Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
12 Mar

Burial

Holy Family Cemetery 92 Centre Ave Rockland, MA Get Directions »
12 Mar

Funeral Mass

09:00 AM

Holy Family Church 403 Union St. Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
by Obituary Assistant

Condolences

  • 05/25/2021

    So sorry for this loss. He was such a good kid. Rip bobby. Prayers for the family.

  • 05/25/2021

    So sorry for your loss

  • 05/25/2021

    Bobby i miss you and hope your at rest and just know we all love you and miss your smile and laugh ...till we meet again rest in peace

  • 05/25/2021

    Deepest condolences on the loss of your son Bobby.I feel your heartache. I am especially want to say how brave you were to mention his mental illness and his addiction to herion.My son also had the same problems he passed June 3,2012 and also was from Rockland. I wish I could reach out and give you a hug.My thoughts and prayers are with you.Take care.Hugs.

  • 05/25/2021

    So sorry for your loss such a tragedy. RIP

  • 05/25/2021

    Taken too soon. My thoughts and prayers are with the MacDonald family

  • 05/25/2021

    Bobby, I'm so sorry to hear about this. I just don't know how to express the hurt that I feel for you. My son is Bobby's age and they knew each other. I'm dealing with a similar thing. Please know that your whole family is in my prayers. Again, I'm sorry Bobby.

  • 05/25/2021

    I Don't Know What To Say That Hasn't Been Said Already Bobby But Know That He Suffers No More-His Demons Don't Haunt-Him His Pain Is Gone For Good-He Will Be With You Always In Your Dreams-In Your Thoughts-In A Whisper In The Wind And Even When A Bird Sits Outside Your Window. He Is An Angle Watching Over You Always

  • 05/25/2021

    Bobby, so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  • 05/25/2021

    prayers to Bobbys family. he was a good kid that i basically knew my whole life. such a travesty. rest easy my dude.

  • 05/25/2021

    RIP Bobby. You were a very gentle soul and always smiling when I saw you. Hold it down with Pat till we all get up there and meet agian...

  • 05/25/2021

    So sorry to hear about Bobby. My deepest condolences for your family. R.I.P Bobby Jr.

  • 05/25/2021

    RIP Bobby!

  • 05/25/2021

    So sorry for your loss! My deepest sympathies go out to the family! RIP Bobby! You'll be missed by all who knew you!

  • 05/25/2021

    Sandy, my heart breaks for you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  • 05/25/2021

    I am so sorry for your loss

  • 05/25/2021

    My thoughts and prayers to all with much love, Debbie Williams and Family

  • 05/25/2021

    Bobby I am so sorry for your loss. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.

  • 05/25/2021

    Sandy, Keith & Sara our family is keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. Holding you all close to our hearts. Love Dianne, Tim, Kaitlyn & Natalie Corbin

  • 05/25/2021

    My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family

  • 05/25/2021

    So Sorry prayers for the family !

  • 05/25/2021

    I am so saddened and sorry to hear about the loss of Bobby. Addiction is a cruel disease. Your family has been in my thoughts all week and I hope you have been feeling the love and support of the community.

  • 05/25/2021

    Bobby will be greatly missed. I'll always remember what a supportive, funny, and good man he was to anyone lucky enough to call him a friend.

  • 05/25/2021

    Bobby, I am too sad. There but for the grace of God........... Our hearts are with you.

  • 05/25/2021

    Draw close to God, and he will draw close to you. (James 4:8)

  • 05/25/2021

    Theresa, Sandy and family I just heard of the death of your beloved son and grandson Bobby. My heart goes out to all of you. I will keep you in my prayers. Love and gods blessing to all.

  • 05/25/2021

    Dear Bobby Sandy Sarah and family...No words to express your sorrow for all of you..he was family to us...so sorry for your pain....xoxo

  • 05/25/2021

    To Bobby's Family. I am so sorry for your loss of your son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, etc... I understand your deep sadness as I just lost my brother to the addiction. May Bobby be up in Heaven with Luke laughing, having fun, and without anymore struggles. The hurt never goes away, think of you all today, tomorrow, and always.

  • 05/25/2021

    Bobby me and my family are very sorry and our prayers are with you and your family I know addiction is a terrible sickness

  • 05/25/2021

    hugs and prayers

  • 05/25/2021

    I want to pay my respects. I didn't know Bobby very long I met him about a year ago.Even though we didn't know each other for that long I could sense that Bobby was a good person.That he would help out another person and would give them the shirt off of his back. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and child. R.I.P. Bobby-SlickRick

  • 05/25/2021

    may you rest in peace BoBBy may u rise with Christ and have ur relief.

  • 05/25/2021

    Bobby sorry for your loss, my prayers to you and the family and god bless you and the family Gail Walker, Rockland

  • 05/25/2021

    Rest easy,Bobby,I'm still having a difficult time comprehending that this is real.My prayers to his family and to all the people that are sick and suffering with this disease. God Bless.

  • 05/25/2021

    I'm so so sorry and I know your pain. My son Luke was Bobby's friend and Luke passed from this same addiction last July. Luke was also waked at Biggins. I don't know if I can or want to go to Bobby's wake. This is just so sad. After things settle down please reach out to me if you want to talk or learn what I do to keep going. Again, my condolences. I remember your son from when he was younger. Robin Leonard 617-653-0980

  • 05/25/2021

    R.I.P Bobby, you were a great kid with a big heart and a beautiful smile. So sorry Bobby, Sara, Sandy and all your family, i am praying for all of you, i can't even imagine your pain and heartbreak, may God give you comfort and strength with many loved ones and friends surrounding you with love and hugs. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. love and hugs Libby. God bless all of you.

  • 05/25/2021

    RIP Bobby gonna miss you brother but never forgotten and my prayers go out to the family

  • 05/25/2021

    Sorry for your loss. Bobby had a big heart and it's sad to hear of his passing. God Bless his family at this time.

  • 05/25/2021

    My Deepest Condolences Bobby Sr & Sandy & Bobbys siblings:( I cannot even Begin to Imagine The Pain you all must feel Of the Loss of your wonderful Son,Brother,Father,Nephew,Grandson,Friend.I'm so very Sorry:( My Son Jason knew Bobby,& Like Bobby he to has addictions & Mental Illness... I know all to well the worry. I have strong Faith that he is now in the Loving Arms of Jesus & Loved ones in heaven<3

  • 05/25/2021

    I am so sorry for your loss. We are thinking and praying for your family.

  • 05/25/2021

    Bobby and family I am so sorry for your loss may you find peace and strength in the coming days, Love, Mary Murphy Dunn

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