Robert J. Botelho, 73, of Somerset, husband of Rachel (White) Botelho, passed away on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at Charlton Memorial Hospital. Born in Fall River, the son of the late John and Rose (Cordeiro) Botelho, he resided in Somerset all of his life.

A Somerset High School graduate, Robert worked for the family business, Botelho's Auto Body & Garage for many years. Deciding on a career change, he became a licensed auto accident appraiser, first with Aetna Insurance then later with Nationwide. After retiring he worked for several years with Couture Insurance in Fall River, and drove bus for several different companies, including Howard Bus.

A longtime member of the St. John's Athletic Club, Robert was also past president of its fishing club. He enjoyed fishing, karaoke, plowing in the winter, and spending time with his grandchildren.

Besides his wife, of almost 54 years, he is survived by: three children, Robert J. Botelho II (wife Beth) and Richard J. Botelho (wife Cheri) both of Somerset, and Rebecca J. Lizotte (husband Jeffrey) of Bristol, R.I.; two siblings, Madeline Wilkins and Deborah Ehrhardt both of Port St. Lucie, Florida; five grandchildren, Brenden and Samantha Vadeboncoeur, Jeffrey Lizotte Jr., Nicholas and Abigail Botelho; and several nieces and nephews.

Following a private cremation, a visitation period was held on Wednesday, August 24th, in our Somerset Chapel. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Robert's memory to a charity of your choice.

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