Robert W. Scheffler

Robert W. Scheffler, a longtime resident of Dedham, passed away August 6th at his home. He was 81.  Robert was born on January 10, 1928 to Lester J. and Velma (Hollis), in Pascagoula, Mississippi with his two siblings.  After graduating high school, Robert enlisted in the U.S. Navy.  During that time he married Evelyn (Bliss).  The couple settled in Dedham, where they raised a family of 5 children.  He worked as a police officer on the Dedham Police Force, where he proudly served his town for 32 years.  During his career as a police officer, Robert attended Northeastern University, and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice.  He was a past member of the American Legion in Dedham.  Robert is predeceased by his wife Evelyn (Bliss), and his parents Lester and Velma (Hollis).  He is survived by his children; Robert B. and his wife Joan of Dedham, Randy J. and his wife Leah of Foxboro, Sandra Ammidown, Janet Clinton and her husband Brian of Walpole, and Judy Cheney and her husband Paul of Hull.  He is also survived by his siblings Lester J. “LJ” Scheffler and Janet Thomas; as well as his 11 grandchildren, Chad, Monica, Emily, Erik, Dan, Laura, Amanda, Rob, Mark, Kyle, and Kayla.  Visiting hours will be held Monday, August 10th at the Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton Street, DEDHAM.  Robert’s funeral will be Tuesday at 10 AM at the Folsom Funeral Home, with interment to follow at Brookdale Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers donations to the American Heart Association, 20 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701, or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.