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Robert O. Desrosiers, 79, of Forestdale, passed away January 10, 2026 in Crystal Lake Rehabilitation, Pascoag. He was the husband of Deborah (Walling) Desrosiers. Born in Central Falls, he was the son of the late Leonard and Yvette (Desroches) Desrosiers.
Mr. Desrosiers was a veteran of the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. Robert worked for Roger Williams Food and Super Value, and also worked as a part time school bus driver.
Along with his wife, Deborah, he is survived by his children, Roger Desrosiers of Atlanta, GA and Michelle Desrosiers of Providence; his brother, Paul Desrosiers and his wife Gabi, of Cumberland; and nieces and nephews.
Private funeral arrangements are under the care of the Holt Funeral Home, 510 So., Main St., Woonsocket. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Friends of the North Smithfield Animal Shelter, PO Box 653, Slatersville, RI 02876
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