It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Robert Genest of Shelton, Connecticut, who passed away at the age of 82, on April 17, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Robert Genest or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Albert J. Genest and Alma Genest (Grenon); and his siblings, Rene, Gaetan, Roland, Roger Genest and Simone Crespo.
He is survived by: his spouse Suzzanne Genest (Rivera); his children, John Genest and Michele Ferraro; his grandchildren, Dante and Christian Handel; his great grandchildren, Ava and Sadie Handel; and his siblings, Leo-Paul, Marcel, Claude Genest and Pauline Genest. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Friday, April 24th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Riverview Funeral Home (390 River Rd, Shelton, CT 06484). A procession will be held on Saturday, April 25th 2026 at 9:00 AM at the St. Joseph Church (50 Fairmont Pl, Shelton, CT 06484). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, April 25th 2026 at 9:30 AM at the same location.