Robert J. Naughton

Robert Joel Naughton, long-time resident of Westwood, and formerly of Waltham, died peacefully on Saturday, January 16, 2016, with his loving family at his bedside, after a long illness. Bob was the son of the late Edward Oswald (Ozzie) Naughton and Mary Mulcahy Naughton, and the loving husband of 35 years to his cherished wife, Karen G. Mason, formerly of Stoughton.

He was the proud and loving father of Sean P. Naughton, and his wife Melissa of Reading, and Matthew P. Naughton, and his wife Susan of Walpole; and Papa to Courtney and Sean Robert of Reading, and Nellie of Walpole.  Bob was beloved for his love of family and gentle wit by an extended family of siblings, including Ann Naughton, Mary Cacciatore and her husband Joseph, Marla, Dennis, and Paul Naughton; a variety of in-laws and “out-laws” as Bob would tease, which include his adoring and loving nieces and nephews; his many adoring and loving brothers-in-law and sisters-in law; along with cousins; friends; and former wife, Christina Bailey. Bob answered to many names, including Robert, Rob, Bob, Bobby, and Harpo.

Rob inherited his love of music from his late father Ozzie, a professional musician, and shared this love with his two sons who work in the music business part time. Bob always had a love for others. He retired from Regis College as Director of Campus Services. His career also included publishing, tourism and transportation. As a long-time, active parishioner of St. Margaret Mary in Westwood, Bob was known for his caring and dedicated participation in the ministries.

Visiting hours will be held Weds 4-8 pm at the Folsom Funeral Home, 649 High St., Westwood.  Relatives and friends will gather at the funeral home Thurs at 9 am and proceed to St Margaret Mary Church, 845 High St, Westwood for his Mass of Christian Burial at 10 o clock .  Interment in New Westwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations celebrating Bob’s life and many accomplishments to St. Vincent de Paul Society, 18 Canton Street, Stoughton, MA 02072.

Although his family is sad, you are encouraged to share your stories about Bob with others via the guest book on the Folsom Funeral Home website. Bob loved to tell stories, especially stories about the project, his family, his children, and his grandchildren, etc. Help us keep the memory of Bob alive by your sharing your stories with his family and others.