Robert F Souther

SHIRLEY-Robert F. Souther, 92, passed away Thursday, December 9, 2021 after a brief illness. He was the husband of the late Pauline M. (Provencher) Souther, who passed in 2014. He leaves two daughters, Roxanne Souther of Shirley and Sandra Souther of Arizona; two sons, Robert F. Souther, Jr of Leominster and Brian Souther of Shirley; one granddaughter, Marcy Silva of Winchendon; two great-grandchildren, Madison and Marcello Silva all of Winchendon; a brother, Richard Souther of Indiana; and his dearest friend, Bob Mack. He was born in Leominster on December 15, 1928 a son of the late Albert and Caroline (Hembrow) Souther. He served in the US Army during the Korean War. He worked for the Mead Paper Company for 22 years, and for Hellingworth and Vogue for 5 years as security. He was also in the Massachusetts National Guard 26th Infantry Division for many years. He was a member of the American Legion Post 429, the Eastwood Club, the South Fitchburg Hunting Club and the Leominster Sportsmen's Club. Robert enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing cards and going to the casino. He was predeceased by six siblings, , Albert Souther Sr, Dean Souther, Russell Souther, John Souther, Frances Gibson and Rose Bangs. A graveside service will be held Friday, December 17, 2021 at 3:00 pm, at the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 111 Glenallen Street, Winchendon, MA 01475. To leave an online condolence please visit www.mackfamilyfh.com The Simard Funeral Home 14 Walker Street, Leominster, MA 01453 has been entrusted with Robert's funeral arrangements. Kevin J. Mack and Walter C. Taylor, funeral directors.