Obituary

Robert J. Lord

Fri, 10/18/2019 - 11:00am

Robert James “Bob” Lord, 64, of Portland, Maine and formerly of Rockland, passed away Sept. 27, 2019 at Sussman House, Rockland surrounded by close friends and family.

He was born Aug. 21, 1955 in Lincoln, Nebraska, the son of the late Richard S. Lord Sr. and Pauline A. Allen Lord of Rockland.

Bob attended Rockland District High School and South Portland High School where he relocated.

He enjoyed the outdoors, spending time by the ocean, and working on his collection of cars. Most important to Bob was his family, often actively involved in family gatherings and social activities with his daughters and grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with them.

Bob was an active member of Salvation Army church and enjoyed relaxing and listening to Christian music.

He is survived by two daughters, Lisa Wilmont and her husband Sonny of Rockland and Bobby Jo Young of Berwick; two sisters, Cheryl O’Connell of Biddeford and Patty Lord of St. Petersburg Florida; two brothers, Jerry Lord of Boothbay and Jeffrey Lord of Vassalboro; sister-in-law, Terry; 13 grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be a celebration of life for Bob held at a later date in Rockland.