Robert “Bob” Haseltine passed away on November 28, 2024. He was born on January 4, 1930, in Charlestown, NH and grew up in Chester, VT. His parents were the proprietors of A.F. Haseltine General Store where the current Chester Hardware Store is today. He graduated from Chester High School in 1947. He married Mildred “Millie” Johnson in 1958 and soon moved to Hall Brook Farm in Grafton where he kept a watchful eye on the farm, forest and field for the Ellsworth family. He worked for the National Survey in Chester as a mapmaker and them for the Grafton Cheese Company as a cheesemaker and then as vice president until retirement. He instilled a strong work ethic in both his children and co-workers. Bob and Millie were members of The Grafton Church for many years, Bob serving as a Deacon for a period of that time. Bob disliked winter (who knew?) and preferred summer and green grass. He was a man of sharp wit and humor, his commentary bringing laughter to many, his genuine nature made him easy to love and impossible to forget.

He was predeceased by his wife, Millie and son, David. He is survived by his children, Kevin (Megan), Ann and Matt (Mary Ellen). He is also survived by his eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

A Celebration of Life will take place January 4 from 1:00-3:00 PM at The Phelps Barn in Grafton.

In lieu of flowers, an act of Kindness in Bob’s memory would be appreciated.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Fenton and Hennessey Funeral Home, 55 Westminster Street, Bellows Falls, VT.