Robert P. Allan

Robert P. “Bob” Allan, 77, of Bradford, MA, passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2024, following a long illness.  Born in Somerville, MA, he was the son of Helen (Quinlan) and George Allan.

He is survived by his wife, Sheila (Casey) Allan, with whom he shared twelve years together.  Despite all of Bob’s illnesses, Sheila was by his side supporting him and encouraging him to continue to enjoy a full life. He is also survived by his daughter, Katie Darbe and granddaughter, Jill Durgin; his brother, George and wife Diane; his stepfamily, Cheryl (Allen) and Chris Doherty, Bob and Tracey Allen, Leslie (Allen) Rosewarne, Lisa Allen and Scott Allen. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews and great-niece and great-nephews.

Bob graduated from Somerville High and attended Northeastern University, where he graduated in 1969 with a BSA.  Upon graduation from Northeastern, he enlisted in the United States National Guard and served from 1969 – 1975. While in the USNG, he also worked in the insurance field and as a teacher with Jobs for Bay State Grads at Haverhill High School. Bob spent his time on the board of directors for the Somerville Babe Ruth League and as the President of Somerville Senior Babe Ruth League. He was previously a part-time bartender and member of Daly’s and the Dewy Club in Methuen where he enjoyed talking and watching sports with friends.

Bob’s dogs, especially BJ (Bailey Junior) held a special place in his heart and managed to go to Saratoga, NY with him for 16 years. He enjoyed watching all the New England sports teams and spending time with his friends watching horse racing at Saratoga Racetrack in NY and The Brook in Seabrook, NH. He enjoyed every summer meeting up with friends in Saratoga, NY. Bob’s illnesses did not stop him from traveling as he enjoyed spending time with Sheila and going to multiple Caribbean islands, going on several cruises, and trips to Las Vegas.

Bob’s family would like to express a sincere thank you to Whittier Rehab Outpatient Department, especially Sandy, for all the fantastic help received by Bob and to High Pointe Hospice House for the wonderful care they gave him.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the M.S.P.C.A., Nevins Farm, 400 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844 or to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, Floor 6, Brookline, 02445-9924. 

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend visiting hours on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, between 4:00-7:00 PM at Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley Street, Methuen, MA. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at 10:00 AM at St. Michael Church, 196 Main Street, No. Andover, MA. Interment will follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Bradford, MA.