Robert E. Lovett, known affectionately by friends and family as Bob, was a man whose

laughter and light shone brightly throughout his 61 years. Bob passed away

unexpectedly on March 20, 2025, at his home in Cortlandt Manor.

Bob’s formative years were spent in Inwood, where he loved playing baseball and long

walks with his dog PJ. But it was in the quiet moments with his beloved wife, Michelle,

and their children, Tara Marie and Robert John, that he found his truest joy. His family

was the cornerstone of his life, and the love and laughter they shared will forever

resonate in their hearts.

Bob's early years were shaped by the love and guidance of his parents, the late Robert

D. and Eileen Lovett. His warm spirit and generous nature were a beacon of light for all

who knew him. Bob's life was a tapestry of close-knit family ties and enduring

friendships, including the cherished memories of times spent with Leo Martin, Joseph

Morales, and Gerry Ryan, all of whom predeceased him.

For four decades, Bob was the heartbeat of Local Union #3 IBEW, starting his career in

1982 and hanging up his hard hat in 2022. From foreman to site overseer on massive

projects, he was the go-to guy for all things electric. Even in retirement, his phone was a

hotline for those in need of his electrical advice, proving that you can retire the man, but

not the master.

Bob’s intelligence was matched by only his wit and his ability to fix almost everything

with his hands. Everyone gravitated to his quick humor and ease with which he could

bring a smile to their face. Whenever asked how he was doing, Bob’s response was

always “Living the Dream”. His knack for problem-solving extended beyond his

professional life and into every facet of his existence, making him a treasured

companion and confidant.

While New York was his home, Florida was where he wanted to be. He cherished his

vacation time, especially with his family. Bob loved the thrills of Universal Studios and

Disney, and ensuring to make every trip memorable for his wife and children. When he

wasn’t riding roller coasters, he had his toes buried in the sand with a cold drink in his

hand on the coast. Bob found his slice of paradise, a place where his laughter was as

abundant as the ocean breezes.

Bob was a ‘Parrothead’ at heart, he loved singing and dancing to Jimmy Buffett. He

loved listening to Margaritaville, with his bucket hat, on his pool deck. The Lovett house

was known for fun and eventful pool parties, with Bob at the barbeque flipping his

“Cheeseburgers in Paradise.” Bob was at his happiest when he was surrounded by his

friends and family.

As we bid farewell to our beloved Bob, we remember him not with sadness but with the

smiles he gave us, the jokes he told, and the warmth he brought to our lives. He was a

man who knew that life was not about the volts, but the laughter between the shocks.

And in that spirit, we celebrate the life of Robert E. Lovett with the wise words of Jimmy

Buffett- “Some of it’s magic and some of it’s tragic, but I had a good life all the way.”

In lieu of flowers, the family asks to consider donating to any of the below charities that

Bob held close to his heart:

Breakthrough T1D (formerly Juvenile Diabetes Foundation)

www.breakthroughtid.org

Ability Beyond

www.AbilityBeyond.org

Happy Life Animal Rescue

www.happylifeanimalrescue.org

Putnam Valley Volunteer Fire Department

www.putnamvalleyfire.com