Robert E. “Bob” Houldsworth

Loved family, sports


Robert E. “Bob” Houldsworth, 91, of Londonderry, NH, passed away Thursday, November 19, 2020, surrounded by his loving family at his home. He was born on October 28, 1929, in Berlin, NH, a son of the late Leslie and Florence (G.G.) (Fancy) Houldsworth. Bob was raised in Berlin, before relocating to Malden at age 14 and graduating from Malden High School.

He spent most of his adult life in Everett, MA prior to moving in 2001 to Londonderry, NH.

Bob proudly served his country in the US Army. He was the owner of B&L Esso in Everett for 15 years and a mechanic at Churchills also in Everett for 30 years. Bob enjoyed golfing and loved watching sports, especially the Patriots, Celtics, and Giants.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 20 years, Adeline (Santo) Carter, his daughter, Katherine Houldsworth Delloiacono Pascal, his step- daughter Lisa and step-son Charles, five grandchildren, Mark, Jody, Matt, Mike and Gina; five great-grandchildren, Christopher, Arianna, Seth, Ellee, and Lea, one brother, Donald Houldsworth, and his dear friend and brother-in-law, James H. Caswell, as well as many nieces and nephews. Bob was predeceased by his first wife, Katherine “Kay” Houldsworth, step-son, Robert Gerniglia and four siblings, Leslie, Mary, Lucy, and Lillian (DiDi) and his dear friend and brother-in-law, James H. Caswell.

Following cremation, memorial services will be held on Saturday, November 28, 2020, from 11 am – 1 pm in the Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 290 Mammoth Road, Londonderry. A private committal service will be held at a later date. Due to State of NH guidelines, all guests are required to wear masks, minimize, contact, and maintain social distancing. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: The NH Veterans Home 139 Winter Street Tilton, NH 03276. To send a condolence or for more information, please visit, www. peabodyfuneralhomes.com.