Search all obituaries on iBerkshires.com:
Bryce P. Robare, 34
October 07, 2019
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — It is with a sad and heavy heart that we inform the community that our beloved Bryce was overcome by his long term struggle with substance abuse Monday, October 7, 2019. Unfortunately, like thousands of others, Bryce couldn’t seem to kick the demons of addiction for a healthy life we all dreamed he would have. Most recently, Bryce had been doing well after spending months in a sober living facility working the 12 steps and then staying with a friend while trying to start a new life. We’re forever thankful he had that opportunity.
Most of the time, Bryce was so much more than his addiction. He was a big brother who loved to prank his younger sisters; he loved playing hockey and spending time outdoors. He loved to fish with his father and uncles and work on home projects and shoot darts and pool with his mom.
Born November 9, 1984, Bryce had a passion for protecting the environment and was a lifelong learner. He was often caught watching the history challenge and giving us the Spark Notes on his favorite documentaries. He was a skilled carpenter, always proud to show you his completed projects and enjoyed making stained glass art. You could always count on Bryce for a good laugh and an even better hug. We wish Bryce could have seen what we saw in him and why we were always hoping he would write a different ending than he did Monday.
He was predeceased by his grandmother Dianne; grandfathers Harold and James; and cousin Jessica.
Bryce leaves behind his biggest fan club: his parents Peg and Pete; his sisters Kelsey and Ellyn; three very special aunts, Emilee, Donna and Mary; his grandmother Isabelle; grandfather Dick; and many uncles, aunts, cousins and dear friends.
Funeral notice: Bryce’s services will be private but we ask that those who knew Bryce find a way to celebrate his life. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Addiction Connection Resource, 1804 Harford Road, Fallston MD 21047 or another substance abuse program in honor of Bryce and his cousin Jessica. The PACIOREK FUNERAL HOME, 13 Hoosac St., Adams, is in charge of arrangements.
On behalf of myself and my family I want to say thank you so much for your kindness and expression of sympathy. Bryce was a good man who never reached his full potential. In truth he was brilliant.
He stuck to his high sense of morals and lived a good life, primarily only hurting himself.
The anguish he caused his family was a side effect of his disease and wasn’t deliberate or personal.
Throughout his stay at family and friends houses he remained trustworthy. His latest stay in Quincy was through a rekindled friendship of a classmate from Green Mountain College. Prior to that Bryce spent several months in a sober living house and got his mind free and clear of substances. But like many addicts he faltered.
Neither I nor his roommate(s) saw this coming. I hope that Bryce did not either.
A heartfelt thanks goes out to Reid and his family who spent Bryce’s last days with him. It gives me great comfort knowing that he was surrounded by people who knew and at least one of them loved him. Knowing this helps.
Bryce somehow didn’t allow his addition to take him to levels that so many people understandably do. Lowering themselves to cheat and steal to maintain their high. For this I am extremely grateful. And I cannot let it go without saying.
I only wish he could have seen within himself the potential I did. He died knowing he was loved and that is very important to me.
Unlike mine I know that his heart, mind and soul are now at peace.
Like the day of his birth (November 9, 1984} I will take his remains to my grave where we will rightfully be reunited.
I will miss him forever and forget him never.
The cards and well wishes were painful but I can’t let it go without saying how truly grateful I am for having received them.
Thank you again! Peg
| from: Peg Robare | on: 10-27-2019 |
|
Dear Peg & family,
I'm so sorry for your loss, my heart breaks for you. I didn't hear about this and just now saw the post. May God Bless and comfort you all. | from: Jane Schnopps | on: 10-27-2019 |
|
What a shock to read this news. I only knew Bryce for a relatively short time as one of his hockey coaches and I truly enjoyed the time spent with him and his team mates. Bryce always knew how to keep things lively in the locker room! This obituary was so well written and I can't begin to understand what pain your family is going through. My sincere condolences. | from: Peter Haviland | on: 10-20-2019 |
|
Dear friends my heart breaks for you. Please know that i am praying for your peace and solace. I can only imagine the pain you are suffering through. Please be well. | from: Renee Royal | on: 10-20-2019 |
|
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May Bryce find peace and may the memories of his love be a comfort at this time and bring peace to the hearts he has left behind. Thank you for your honesty and beautiful tribute to him. You will remain in my thoughts. | from: C. DeMayo-Wall | on: 10-17-2019 |
|
We are holding you in our thoughts and prayers during this horrific time. Please remember the good..may it bring smiles to you all. Take care and one day at a time | from: Karen Lefave | on: 10-16-2019 |
|
I am fortunate I had a chance to be a friend of Bryce. I knew him for only a short time, however I know he was a sweet man with a quick wit, talents unabound and a truly good heart. My deepest regrets and best hopes for the future go to the Robare family and friends. | from: Patrick Moore | on: 10-16-2019 |
|
You’re honestly and bravery in this time of grief is amazing to those of us that has faced this loss, my heart breaks each time, I am so sorry for your loss. | from: Tondra Lescarbeau | on: 10-15-2019 |
|
You will be missed by all of us.Never forgotten and always cherished. Love you so much Bryce .Be happy and at peace. | from: Aunt Donna | on: 10-15-2019 |
|
Our family is praying for yours as you walk the steps we have with Jessica. Your son and brother sounded like a wonderful young man....it is such a relentless battle and we appreciate your honesty to help others. We pray that you will feel him ever near you! | from: Bette Ann's family | on: 10-14-2019 |
|
So sorry for your loss of your wonderful son. I too suffered from substance abuse but luckily I survived my demons. But a lot of us can't. It doesn't make us weak people. It just means we couldn't find our way out of the darkness. The only people who truly understand substance abuse is another addict or alcoholic. He maybe gone from your loving arms but he now is at peace. I am praying for your family and friends. God Bless You | from: The Robare Family | on: 10-13-2019 |
|
I don't usually ever post I don't even know your son but this may be one of the finest obituary I have ever read I am sorry for the loss of your son and my condolences to your family | from: Jacques | on: 10-13-2019 |
|
To robare family,
So sorry for your loss. May you all find peace and memories to keep ypur hearts full. My deepest condolences | from: Nancy walker | on: 10-13-2019 |
|
Prayers for your family and all those struggling with the disease of addiction. I think is awesome that you are making people aware and not hiding the fact that this is killing so many young people. My daughter is getting sober right now and fear everyday I will be writing the same words one day. Bless you all. | from: 🙏🏻 | on: 10-12-2019 |
|
I’m so sorry for your loss.❤️❤️ | from: | on: 10-12-2019 |
|
Pete Peg Kelsey Ellyn and other beloved family members , Alex and I were so sad to hear this tragic news. Are hearts and prayers are with you during this impossibly difficult time.
Alex and sue Daugherty | from: | on: 10-12-2019 |
|
So sorry to hear Peg, Pete, Kelsey, and Ellyn, please know that you are all in my thoughts. | from: Paul Gaudreau | on: 10-12-2019 |
|
Pete and Peg, I'm very sorry to hear this devastating news.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. | from: Marc Gaudreau | on: 10-12-2019 |
|
Peggy and family, we are so very sorry to hear this and are thinking of you. | from: Becky and Curt | on: 10-12-2019 |
|
I remember Bryce when he was teenager down the block. Heartbreaking. You all are in my thoughts. | from: Greg Roach | on: 10-12-2019 |
|
So sad to hear of this loss to the Robare family. My thoughts and prayers to all at this time. | from: Becky Cohen | on: 10-11-2019 |
|
Peg & family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and all of the family. | from: Deb Casuscelli Blanchard | on: 10-11-2019 |
|
As a former addict myself I am so very sad to hear of Bryce's struggle. We do not chose this...it chooses us. I will keep him in my prayers and hope you are able to find some sense of peace through all of this. I know deep in my soul that he is now at peace and filled with God's unconditional love. God bless you all.🙏🙏🙏 | from: Anonymous | on: 10-11-2019 |
|
Sending hugs and love as you hold memories close to your heart in the difficult day to come ... | from: Cheryl Lefave | on: 10-11-2019 |
|
I'm so very sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for all the family
| from: Deborah Baribeau | on: 10-11-2019 |
|
My heartfelt prayers and thoughts are with you all during this most difficult time! Please remember all the wonderful memories of better days! 🙏🏻✝️❤️ | from: Joni Dunn | on: 10-11-2019 |
|
Our hearts are broken today learning that Bryce lost that difficult battle. We're sending our love and praying for peace and strength for the family at this time. We will remember Bryce fondly. | from: Aunt Jeanne & Uncle Ray | on: 10-11-2019 |
|
Peggy my deepest sympathies to your family. I am also familiar with this heart break. My prayers to you.
kim | from: Kim Bissaillon | on: 10-11-2019 |
|
We send our prayers too your family. Bryce was a great young man. He will be truly missed, | from: Volpi Family | on: 10-11-2019 |
|
To the Robare Family, I am so sorry for your loss. This obituary was heart felt and beautiful. My he rest in peace. Your a strong Family. He will be remembered. | from: Nancy Bartlett | on: 10-11-2019 |
|
Pete & Peg - we are so sorry to hear the news. We can't even imagine how much your hearts are broken. Praying for peace and comfort for your family.
Don & Tammy Wright | from: Tammy Wright | on: 10-11-2019 |
|
Peg, Donna, and all family & Friends, you are all in my thoughts, all in my prayers. I did not know Bryce.I worked with his mom Peg, and his Aunt Donna. Very handsome young man with a wonderful smile. Please reach out if ever want to talk. I will listen. Much love | from: Martha labbee | on: 10-11-2019 |
|
I’m so sad, and so thankful for having this to read to remember him. I learned some things I didn’t know, and I was reminded of some things I had forgotten. I want people to know what a good kid he was (and he would always be a kid to me!) - loving and funny (that laugh!) and kind. Thank you for mentioning my mom, too. He meant a lot to her, and it shows he felt the same. I’m sending hugs from Seattle to all the family we shared and to the rest of the people who loved him. | from: Candice Hoyt | on: 10-11-2019 |
|
I am so sorry to hear about Bryce. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. | from: Dan Schilling | on: 10-10-2019 |
|
We are so saddened to hear about Bryce, our hearts are breaking for your family. Addiction is such a scary disease for the entire family. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers <3 | from: Bert and Miriam Serrano | on: 10-10-2019 |
|
To my dear sweet cousins. I love you. My heart hurts for you. Praying for peace and comfort to surround you all. Please know we are here if you need anything. | from: Abby (Insogna) Frederick | on: 10-10-2019 |
|
Please accept my condolences on the death of Bryce. I am praying for your family. May your memories of happier times bring a smile to your face in the coming days. | from: Maureen Taft Moore | on: 10-10-2019 |
|
|
|
|