It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Smith Pearson, Sr., who passed away in Woodbury, Connecticut, on October 17, 2026, at the age of 78. Bob was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, on December 23, 1947, to the late Dorothy Smith Spyker and the late Edgar Pearson.

In 1970, Bob married Barbara Harrison, and together they welcomed two children, Sarah and Robert, Jr. Following Barbara’s passing, Bob married Roberta Stalhammer, who remained his loving wife until his passing.

Bob is survived by his wife, Roberta; his brother, Craig Pearson; his daughter, Sarah DellaRocco, and her husband, Duke; his son, Robert Pearson, Jr. and his wife, Tina; his granddaughter, Chayse DellaRocco; his grandsons, Ayden Pearson and Owen Pearson; and many nieces and nephews.

Bob enjoyed a successful career in sales and precision sheet metal fabrication, traveling throughout the United States before retiring as SVP of Quality Sheet Metal in Naugatuck, Connecticut.

An avid outdoorsman and athlete, Bob loved sailing, clamming, skiing, running, and golfing. He also coached the Monroe Girls Soccer Team, enjoyed his cars, and was a devoted New York Yankees fan. Some of his favorite times were spent traveling with family to Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire, and Siesta Key, Florida.

Above all, Bob cherished his family and the time they spent together. He will be remembered for his love of adventure, dedication to his work, and the many memories he created with those closest to him.

Bob will be deeply missed by his family and friends and forever cherished in their hearts.

Calling Hours will take place on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Munson-Lovetere Funeral Home, 235 Main St N, Southbury, CT.