Robert V. Oldfield

Robert V. Oldfield, 84, of Lakeville, MA, passed away at home after a brief illness and declining health. He was the beloved husband of Nancy L. (Brown) Oldfield, with their 50th wedding anniversary approaching this November. Born on March 1, 1940, in Lawrence, MA, Robert was the son of the late B. Vincent and Mona (Eichhorn) Oldfield. A 1957 Methuen High School graduate, Robert and Nancy initially resided in Methuen, then Maine, before settling in Fall River and ultimately Lakeville for 32 years. Robert's career spanned the textile industry and his own oil burner service business, interspersed with running a woodworking business. He cherished working on his house and yard, his 1939 Ford pickup, and traveling with family through vacation ownership. A devoted member of Lakeville United Church of Christ, he served as trustee and deacon. He leaves behind his wife Nancy; daughter Carol Normandin and her husband Donald; grandchildren Shelby, Tyler, Everett and his wife Veronica; son Robert Oldfield Jr; grandchildren Rachael, Mitchell, Jack, Owen, Evan, Nicholas; and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations in Robert's memory to Lakeville United Church of Christ, 1 Precinct Street, Lakeville, MA 02347, or a charity of choice are appreciated. Robert will be interred at Walnut Grove Cemetery in Methuen in a private service. Bob's Celebration of Life will be held Saturdday, September 7th, 2024, at 11:00AM at the Lakeville United Church of Christ in Lakeville.

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