Page 12 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEPTEMbER 4, 2026 OBITUARIES Robert N. Belyea O f Saugus. A ff ec - tionally known as Bob, Bobby, Uncle Bob, and Papa passed away on August 28, 2026 surrounded by his loving family at the age of 90. He was the loving husband of Henrietta (Laborde) to whom he was married for 64 years; they were truly inseparable. Bob was a lifelong resident and true son of Saugus. He is the last of his generation in the Belyea family predeceased by his parents Reginald and Freda (Rankin) Belyea and siblings Irma, Stan, Barbara, Lois, and Ruth. A 1954 graduate of Saugus High School, Bob starred on the gridiron for the 1953 North FOOTBALL | FROM PAGE 10 a work in progress. Bluestein isn’t trying to force his players into a predetermined identity. With newcomers, returning veterans and some players coming back to football after time away, the staff is using the preseason to determine what this particular roster does best. “Every day is us trying to expand what these kids know and what these kids can handle, and it’s us trytime attached to the Air Force stationed in Japan and the Philippines. In the early 1960’s, he went on to work for a few years as a printer with his brother Stan at Club Library (now Park Press) before embarking on a 30 plus year career with NABISCO. Bob was an avid sports fan Shore League Champion Sachems, playing both offensive and defensive line; he never left the field. Bob was honored by every major newspaper in Eastern Massachusetts and ultimately inducted into the Saugus High School Sports Hall of Fame in 1999. After high school, Bob served in the US Army from 1958 to 1960 and spoke often of his ing to figure out where the right pieces are and the right places,” Bluestein said. “For us, right now, it’s trying to find that identity and figure out, what kind of a team do we have?” Bluestein spent the previous several seasons overseeing the Saugus defense, and there are several names to watch on that side of the football. Senior Dawin Camilo Grullon is expected to take on a significant role at middle linebacker after contribFURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT EVERETT and athlete. He played in the Saugus Men’s Softball League into his 40’s, bowled in the Saugus Men’s League, and was an avid golfer well into his 80’s. Bob loved the Celtics and never missed a game on TV but was very happy watching any of Boston’s major sports teams. In retirement, Bob and Henrietta enjoyed many happy years with family and friends, traveling between Florida and Saugus, and long road trips throughout the US. His favorite times by far was when he was surrounded by his family. Holidays, birthdays, and big famiuting last season, while Ferraro will be deployed in multiple spots. “Dawin should step up at the middle linebacker spot,” Bluestein said. “He came in last year and did a great job. Paxton obviously is going to be excellent for us in a couple spots.” There could also be opportunities for some of the youngest Sachems. Freshmen Leo Exantus, Dicky Nuzzo III and Rhodj Laguerre have caught the coaching staff’s attention VSO | FROM PAGE 6 1 bedroom, 1 bath furnished room for rent. $275. per week rent. Two week deposit plus 1 week rent required. Call: 617-435-9047 - NO TEXT Security Portfolio Manager for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts. Connell also brings extensive municipal and community service experience. He is a former Chairman of the Lynnfield Select Board and has served on numerous municipal boards and committees. He serves as Chairman of the Lynnfield Veterans Memorial Committee and served as Project Manager for Lynnfield’s new Veterans Memorial, overseeing implementation of a major community project honoring those who served. He holds a Master of Arts in Public Administration from Central Michigan University and ly dinners were a constant and always planned so everyone could be there. He was always cooking and preparing food for whoever might drop in, which literally happened daily. Bob volunteered his talents and time coaching Saugus Little League for many years and to Greater Lynn Mental Health at a Group Home managed by Henrietta, playing Santa for several Christmas seasons and giving haircuts. Bob was a loving and devoted father survived by his son Bob Jr. and his wife Robin from Saugus, daughter Karen and her husband Shawn of Marblehead, son Kevin and his wife Alison of Saugus, and son Gary of Saugus. Bob is also survived by his cherished grandchildren Ryan, Kevin and his wife Bianca, Erin, Kerri and her husband Craig, Madison and her husband Omar, Karissa, Andrew, and Morgan and during the preseason, and Bluestein believes some members of that group could find their way onto the varsity field. Sophomore Isaiah Santiago is another young linebacker the Sachems are eager to develop. “He has a lot of potential on him,” Bluestein said. “He’s only a sophomore, somebody that we were really excited about last year, and I’m excited to see him play again this year.” Junior lineman Steph Cazeau also returns after gaina Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and Police Science from Norwich University. He is a graduate of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College and attended the U.S. Army War College, where he was selected as a National Security Fellow at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government. Connell’s military professional education also includes Ranger School, Airborne School, Air Assault School, Pathfinder School and Jumpmaster School. Connell said his interest in becoming Saugus’ Veterans Services Officer reflects his desire to continue a lifetime of service by helping fellow veterans and their families. “After 30 years in the Army, service has remained great grandchildren Coby, Evelyn, Cameron, and Analise. Bob is also survived by many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. He was the patriarch of the extended family for many years and would get calls regularly from them to relive and share memories, for family history, or just to talk. Donations in Bob’s memory may be made to Breakthrough T1D at the attached link http:// www2.breakthrought1d.org/ goto/TeamEvelyn or by mail at Breakthrough T1D, PO Box 5021 Hagerstown, MD, 21741-5021. Relatives and friends were invited to attend visiting hours in the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, 549 Lincoln Ave., SAUGUS, on Monday, August 31.A funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Tuesday. Interment Puritan Lawn Memorial Park. ing varsity experience last season. He provided one of the highlights of the Thanksgiving game when he recovered a blocked punt in the end zone for his first career touchdown. In the Northeastern Conference, Winthrop, Gloucester and Swampscott remain formidable opponents, while Salem enters the season with a new head coach. “It’s a gauntlet,” Bluestein said. “But you know what? It’s one of the reasons that I love coaching here.” an important part of who I am,” Connell said in a brief statement. “I am honored to have the opportunity to serve the veterans of Saugus and their families and to help ensure they receive the benefits, resources, recognition and support they have earned. I look forward to meeting our veterans, their families and their caregivers, and listening to their needs and becoming part of the Saugus community.” Veterans, active-duty military service members and family members seeking assistance with benefits, programs or available resources are encouraged to contact the Saugus Veterans’ Services Office at 781-2314010 at Town Hall.
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