Robert F. Chaisson

PATTEN/NEWBURYPORT - Robert F Chaisson, born in Newburyport MA, September 4th 1944, to Leo and Margaret (Lucey)Chaisson. He was one of eight brothers and sisters being raised French Catholic. Attending elementary school at the “French School” on Federal Street, receiving all his Sacraments at St. Aloysius de Gonzague (St. Louis) Church in Newburyport. He lived a happy childhood until the passing of his mother when he was in high school at age 17. He was an exceptional athlete, lettering in football and baseball. His fondest memories were playing football with all his buddies in high school and watching his sons Erik and Brett play at UNH. After high school, he went to work for Massachusetts Electric, retiring after a knee injury that was first hurt while playing high school football. He most enjoyed time on the Merrimack river and the Atlantic Ocean. He lived on his 2 boats for many years which he enjoyed immensely. He made many trips to Gloucester or P-Town, even the intercoastal waterway all the way from Newburyport to Florida, to see his friends, taking a few mates along the way. He moved to northern Maine around 2006 finding his own way, and having his own property in Patten. He loved all his friends as if they were his own family, both in Newburyport and Patten. He was welcomed and loved by all those who knew him. He always wanted to make friends with all whom he met. He lived his life actively, mostly driving all over Maine, and boating the waters of the Atlantic. He was involved in all the activities he could, to help others in need. But God had another plan for him. He was hospitalized a few times in the past few years, always bouncing back with more energy than ever. This last time was very tough on his body. He never quit, nor would he ever quit, until God called him home on March 24, 2024. He is predeceased by his sister Nancy Pollis and brother John Chaisson. He is survived by his sisters, France Chaisson - Damon and her husband Dan. Denise Stanton and her husband Richard. Jean Roaf and her husband Rick. His brothers, George Chaisson and Peter Chaisson. His son Robert Jr. and his wife Kristine. His Daughter Michele Adams. His son Erik Bashaw and his son Brett Bashaw. Many nieces and nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren, all of them loved him so much! He showed his love for them by going and participating in all of their games, events and activities. He was the past commodore of the North End Boat Club, which he loved because his father, grandfather, and all the boys of the family were members. A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday April 20 at 10:00am.at the Star Of The Sea Church, Salisbury Massachusetts. All are invited Saturday April 27 from 1-3, at the Shin Pond Pub to gather with family and friends in remembrance of “Bob”.