Robert P. Zickell

West Boylston

Robert P. Zickell 85, of 1 Davidson Rd. died Friday, Aug 15. in the Hospice Residence, Worcester.

His wife of 52 years, Gloria M. (Gillis) Zickell died in 1999. He leaves five sons, Robert Zickell, Thomas Zickell, Peter Zickell, Paul Zickell, and Andrew Zickell; two daughters Claudia Zickell and Joan Zickell; a sister, Jean Daly; and eight grandchildren. He was born in Worcester, son of Claude and Agnes (Power) Zickell. He graduated from Commerce High School and attended Worcester Polytechinical Institute. He served as a Bombardier in the Army-Air Corps. during WWII receiving three distinguished flying crosses.

He was a self employed general contractor for many years before retiring.

A Graveside Service will be held Wednesday, Aug. 20 at 11 a.m. at St John's Cemetery, Worcester. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Beaman Library 8 Newton St. West Boylston. Fay Brothers Funeral Home 1 West Boylston St. is directing arrangements. (www.faybrothers.com)