Robert “Bob” Vaughn, age 69, passed away in the loving presence of his family on Sunday, Feb 18th, 2018 at his daughter’s home. Bob lived his life for his family and loved fishing, cooking, gardening, making “shine” and telling inappropriate jokes around a fire. Born in Everett, MA on December 22, 1948 the son of Charles J. Vaughn and Marion (Slack) Vaughn. He grew up in Malden, MA but spent the majority of his life at his beloved home in Berwick, ME where he raised his family. Bob worked at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and retired after 37 years of distinguished service.
To those closest to Bob, he was a loving father, grandfather, uncle, brother and son. He is survived by his daughters Jessica Vaughn-Martin and Chrisandra Brennan, their husbands Jeremiah Martin and Scott Brennan and his grandchildren Kiley Brennan, Hunter Brennan and Taylor Martin as well as step granddaughter Megan LaFreniere. Bob is also survived by his beloved canine companion Panzer. Surviving family members include brother Joe Vaughn, sister Catherine Vaughn, sister Dianne Dykens, sister Charlene Greismere, brother Charlie Vaughn, sister Judy Vaughn, sister Terry Curran and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his mother and father, his brothers “Franny” Hickey, Donald Vaughn and his sister “Janie” Vaughn.
Although Bob was a man of few words, his deep understanding and constant support for those he loved was unwavering. He was there to offer a hand to anyone who knew him asking for little in return. His quiet presence and quick wit will be missed by all who knew him.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday, February 24th, 2018 from 11am-1:30pm at Peabody Funeral Home, 290 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH. A memorial service will follow at 1:30pm in the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to the National Brain Tumor Society, Defeat GBM Research Initiative, 55 Chapel Street, Suite 200, Newton, MA 02458 or at www.braintumor.org.