Robert E. “Bramp” Thurlow

REVERE, Mass. – Robert E. “Bramp” Thurlow passed away peacefully, in the comforting surroundings of his own home with his family by his side. He was 85 years of age.

Born and raised in Raymond, Maine, he was the son of Harland and Bessie (Knight) Thurlow. Robert spent his early years in his hometown in Maine and after marrying Margaret “Peggy” (Corbett) Long, he and his wife came to live in Revere, where they raised their family. Robert was a longtime resident of Revere since the 1960s.

Robert was employed as a bus driver for over 24 years with the M.B.T.A. and enjoyed 26 years of retirement, being able to enjoy special moments with his family. Robert was also a talented woodworker and craftsman.

Robert was a true family man and was most happy spending time with this family, especially his grandsons, who he referred to as his “boys”. They shared many years of camping trips together at Mi-Te-Jo Campground in Milton, NH, a time he truly cherished.

He is the devoted father of Claire M. McNair and her husband Patrick E. McNair Sr. of Revere. and cherished grandfather of Patrick E. McNair, Jr. and Brody R. McNair, both of Revere. He is the former husband and friend of the late Margaret A. “Peggy” (Corbett) Long. He is the dear brother of Richard Thurlow and his wife Bertha and his sister-in-law Patricia Thurlow, of Raymod, Maine.

He is was predeceased by his siblings, the late Ruth, Ruby, Martha, Russell, Esther, Bertha, and Ronald. Bramp looks forward to being reunited with his dear canine companion, Peanut.

Family and friends are invited to attend Visiting Hours on Wednesday, Feb. 18 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals, 262 Beach St., Revere. A Funeral Service will be conducted in the Funeral Home at 7 p.m.

To send online condolences, please visit http://www.vertucciosmithvazza.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of the Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals, Revere.

In lieu of flowers,

donations in his memory may be made to:

a local animal shelter or to a rescue organization