Obituary of Robert B Saari

On the morning of Sunday, September 17, 2023, Robert B Saari of Webster MA, passed away at his home, after a short illness, surrounded by his loving family. Robert was 80 years old. Robert was born to late Edward and Grace (Blake) Saari on July 23, 1943, in Cambridge MA. He graduated from Manchester High School in Manchester CT. He then went on to proudly serve his country, in Korea as a member of the United States Army. Bob worked in the food industry for many years in the vending division of All Seasons Company. He is survived by his loving wife: of 52 years Elizabeth (Shepard) Saari Three Children, Daughter Jennifer Karalus and her husband David of Dudley. Son, Matthew Saari and his wife Jennifer of Leicester, MA; daughter: Kristen Saari and her fiancé, Thomas McDonald of Webster, MA. Five grandchildren; Abigail, Nicholas, Nathan, Owen and Ethan. Two brothers Peter Saari and his wife Louise of Ave Maria FL and Paul Saari and his wife Karen of Hampstead NC, Several nieces and nephews. Robert always enjoyed playing and watching golf and spending time with family. One of his most favorite things to do, was to cheer on his children and grandchildren at their sports events and celebrate their many accomplishments. Additionally, He was a longtime member of the Kosciuszko Society (Bush Hall) in Webster. The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Friday, September 22 at Bartel Funeral Home, 33 Schofield Avenue, Dudley, MA. Burial will follow in Mt. Zion Cemetery, Webster Ma The Webster -Dudley Veterans Council will provide Military Honors. Calling hours will be Thursday, September 21 from 5 to 8 PM at Bartel Funeral Home, 33 Schofield Avenue, Dudley, MA. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pancan.org, 2141 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 7000, El Segundo, CA 90245 or American Diabetes Association, 10 speen St. Second Floor,Framingham, MA 01701, www.diabetes.org/honor www.bartelfuneralhome.com