Robert James Schmittberger

Robert James Schmittberger, “Bob”, 65, of East Haddam, beloved husband of Sharon (Bourgeois) Schmittberger, passed away peacefully, yet unexpectedly, on Friday June 6th 2025. Born June 5, 1960 in New London, CT, he was the son of the late Henry and Elaine (Nemcovsky) Schmittberger. 

Bob started his career at Donelley’s working 3rd shift, allowing him time to play in the local softball league. He and his wife then transitioned to business owners, running their own auto parts store, R&E Auto Parts, for 18 years. After closing the business, Bob went on to work at Whelen Engineering for over 20 years making countless friends and simultaneously joking around and keeping his coworkers on task. 

He was well known for his kindness, incredible work ethic, and sense of humor. He was always willing to drop what he was doing to help others.

Bob was an avid fan of the New York Rangers, Boston Red Sox, and NASCAR, and always took the opportunity to talk sports with his coworkers. He loved muscle cars, antiques, playing cards, and being outside whether it was going on walks/hiking, splitting wood, snowmobiling, or being on the water. And after a long day, he loved to come home and snuggle with his kitties, Ivan & Snowball, as well as spend time with his wife playing cards or watching Chicago Fire. 

Besides his loving wife Sharon, he is survived by his daughter Janelle Schmittberger and her partner Keith Persson of Essex, three grand kitties, a brother, a half brother, and many wonderful cousins. 

In lieu of flowers, a donation in Bob’s memory may be made to Forgotten Felines of CT.

https://www.forgottenfelinesct.org/donate

Friends may call at the Spencer Funeral Home 112 Main St. East Hampton on Saturday June 21st from 5:00PM until 7:00PM. 

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