Robert D. "Bob" LeSaffre

Robert D. "Bob" LeSaffre

  • May 17, 1932 - January 13, 2012
  • Wakefield, Massachusetts
  • Gifts in memory of Bob may be made to either Melrose Rotary or Most Blessed Sacrament Church.
  • Melrose Rotary Club
    193 Green Street
    Melrose, MA 02176
  • Most Blessed Sacrament Church
    11 Grove Street
    Wakefield, MA 01880
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“My heart goes out to the whole LeSaffre family on the death of Bob. He was a wonderful person and I always enjoyed talking to him about cars. I feel...Read More » ”
1 of 13 | Posted by: Stephen Austin - Melrose, MA

“Dear Friends, I was saddened to learn that Bob had died and my thoughts immediately turned to memories of our conversations in the showroom. I...Read More » ”
2 of 13 | Posted by: Marie J. Kelleher - Melrose, MA

“I will always remember Mr. LeSaffre's warm and friendly smile. ”
3 of 13 | Posted by: Beth Perkins - Wenham, MA

“I have had a wonderful relationship with Bobby, and his late dad. I have come to know his brothers over the years, especially John as my neighbor,...Read More » ”
4 of 13 | Posted by: Doug Mac Donald - Melrose

“My he rest in eternal peace and may his family find comfort in all the love and blessings they have shared. God Bless. ”
5 of 13 | Posted by: mary and roger muir - Wakefield, MA

“My sincerest condolences to the entire LeSaffre family. I can't put into words the shock I feel at Mr. LeSaffre's passing. I will always remember his...Read More » ”
6 of 13 | Posted by: Sharon Cerretani - Concord, NH

“Al and i send our sincere sympathy on the passing of Mr. LeSaffre. This video is just wonderful and clearly shows what a full and vibrant life he...Read More » ”
7 of 13 | Posted by: Pam and Al Bond - Wakefield, MA

“Bob was a great mentor and what I loved most was that you always knew where you stood with him. He was direct yet kind and I am sure all those who...Read More » ”
8 of 13 | Posted by: Mark Hutchinson - Melrose, MA

“I have many fond memories of Bob. It happens that I was best man at Bob and Patty's wedding, standing in for my brother John- Bob's best friend- who...Read More » ”
9 of 13 | Posted by: David McAvinn - Newton, MA

“We would like to express our deepest condolences to the LeSaffre family on the passing of Bob LeSaffre. ”
10 of 13 | Posted by: Karen & Steve Coogan & family - MA

“Our deepest sympathy to the entire family on the passing of Mr. LeSaffre. He touched the lives of many people who had the pleasure of knowing him. ...Read More » ”
11 of 13 | Posted by: Surette Family - WAKEFIELD, MA

“i am saddened by the loss of such a gentle man...my family, over the years had great experiences with the entire lesaffre family...please know all of...Read More » ”
12 of 13 | Posted by: eileen gorvin - melrose, MA

“Please accept our condolences for the loss of Mr. LeSaffre. We are very fortunate to have made his acquaintance, and for the friendship of his...Read More » ”
13 of 13 | Posted by: The Longo Family - Wakefield, MA



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Mr. Robert D. "Bob" LeSaffre, a longtime Wakefield resident and former co-owner of Daniels LeSaffre Motors, Inc. in Melrose, passed away, surrounded by his loving family, at Lahey Clinic in Burlington on Friday evening January 13, 2012. Bob was 79 years old.

Born on May 17, 1932 in Methuen, Bob was one of six children of the late Robert C. LeSaffre and Anna M. (Carothers) LeSaffre.

Bob was raised and educated in Melrose and graduated from Boston College class of 1954. Bob was fortunate to work alongside his father, Robert C. LeSaffre, founder of Daniels LeSaffre Motors, Inc. Bob operated the Chrysler dealership for 55 years working with his three brothers and his children. Bob was a member and past president of the New England Chrysler-Plymouth Dealer Advertising Association, he was a member of the board of directors at the Melrose Cooperative Bank, and a member and past president of Melrose Rotary where he served as secretary of the Club for many years. Bob received a Paul Harris award from the Melrose Rotary Club. He was a CCD teacher, parishioner and served on the Parish council at Most Blessed Sacrament Church where he was an usher at the 7:30 am mass for many years.

Bob was the beloved husband of Patricia (Laetsch) LeSaffre with whom he shared 57 years of marriage. Devoted father of Stephen LeSaffre and his wife Janet of Wakefield, Peter LeSaffre and his wife Rebecca of Melrose, Suzanne L. Swain and her husband Bob of Wakefield, and the late Betsey Palantoni and her husband Frank Palantoni of San Francisco, CA. Dear brother of Dolores Driscoll and her husband John S. of Danvers, Donald W. LeSaffre of Wakefield and his late wife Marilyn LeSaffre, Ann Bruhmuller and her husband Jim of Barnstead, NH, Daniels G. LeSaffre and his wife Ruth of Stoneham and John D. LeSaffre and his wife Nancy of Melrose. Cherished papa of Carolyn N., Stephanie M., Andrea M., Kevin C. Swain, Matthew P., Olivia M., Michael A. Palantoni, Alex R. Palantoni and Mark C. Palantoni. Also lovingly survived by many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends will honor and remember Bob's life by gathering for visiting hours at the Robinson Funeral Home, 809 Main St., Melrose on Wednesday from 4-8 PM and again on Thursday at 9:00 AM before leaving in procession to Most Blessed Sacrament Church, 1155 Main St., Wakefield where his Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM. Interment will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Wakefield. Gifts in Bob's memory may be made to Melrose Rotary, 193 Green St. Melrose, MA 02176 or to Most Blessed Sacrament Church, 11 Grove St. Wakefield, MA 01880.