Robert E. Dougeneck, 78

Posted By: David Fortier August 24, 2023

Robert E. Dougeneck, 78, of Bristol, widow of Linda (Schubert) Dougeneck, died on Monday, Aug. 21, at Bristol Hospital.  

Bob was born in Waterbury on July 10, 1945, and was a son of the late Francis J. and Josephine (Skritulsky) Dougeneck.

He was a lifelong Bristol resident and a United States Navy Veteran serving aboard the USS Essex (CVS-9).

He worked for New Departure and worked in construction. He last worked for Barrieau Movers and was a proud member of the Teamsters Union. 

He enjoyed gardening and watching football on Sundays. He was a fan of the New York Giants.

Bob is survived by a son, William Dougeneck; two sisters: Teresa “Terry” Dougeneck and Ursula Dougeneck of Bristol; one niece, and one nephew.  He was predeceased by siblings: Frank Dougeneck, Marion Zang, and Grace Vedera.

Relatives and friends may call at Funk Funeral Home, 35 Bellevue Ave., Bristol, on Thursday between 4 and 6 p.m. Burial will be private in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bristol.

Please visit Bob’s memorial website at www.FunkFuneralHome.com.

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