Robert A. Walsh, 85, of Cumberland, passed away unexpectedly Monday, December 19, 2022. He was the beloved husband of the late Elizabeth "Betty" (McDermott) Walsh. They had been married for 60 wonderful years. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late James R. and Helen (McGuinness) Walsh.

Bob was a loyal and proud employee of New England Telephone for forty-five years working his way from pumping gasoline in the Pawtucket garage to the position of Director of Labor Relations in Boston. An avid golfer, Bob was a long-time member and past President at Highland Country Club in Attleboro, MA where he built many long-standing friendships and perfected his lightning quick backswing. A loyal friend and mentor to so many, Bob was quick with a smile, wink or sign of the cross to let you know he cared. Bob enjoyed giving back and volunteered his time at Amos House, to the Town of Cumberland, and at St. John Vianney parish in Cumberland. Bob's singular goal in his later years was to make someone smile and laugh every day….he exceeded this goal.

He is survived by his children, Robert Walsh Jr., Jack Walsh and his wife Annabelle, Kathy Lynch and her husband Stephen, Bill Walsh and his wife Lisa, and Christine Phillips and her husband Christopher. He also leaves his grandchildren, Erik, Katie, John Jr., Angel, Lily, Christie, Maggie, Michael, Meaghan, James, Brittany and Brandon as well as his great-grandchild Oriana. He was predeceased by his son Michael Walsh, brother David Walsh and daughter-in-law Gail Colburn.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, December 28 ^th at 10:00 AM in Saint John Vianney Church, 3609 Diamond Hill Road, Cumberland. Burial will be private. Visiting hours are on Tuesday, December 27th from 4:00-7:00 PM in the O'Neill Funeral Home, 3102 Mendon Road, Cumberland.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made, in Bob's memory, to Amos House , 460 Pine St., Providence, RI 02907, would be greatly appreciated.