Here's Bob's Facebook page...
https://www.facebook.com/share/1D5n8roL5t/
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AdAF2RTq2/
Several posts about Bob Bisighini are helpful to read.
THIS is from his nephew...
"Bob Bisighini, my dear Uncle Robert and godfather, recently passed away. He lived a very unique life, never marrying, staying socially active, enjoying the freedom of travel where he easily befriended strangers, and eventually residing abroad in Thailand for many years after his early retirement. He was only about 15 years older than me and growing up he was often the target of good-natured ribbing from his nephews. Throughout his life he was a perennial champion for children even though he never had any of his own. He coached numerous athletic teams in Hamden, was Facilities Director at Quinnipiac University for many years, and served in the Vietnam war operating programs for children within the local communities. When he retired he discovered an exciting new chapter living in Thailand where he embraced the culture, quickly developed a wonderful group of friends and became involved in many activities such as the community church. He was an active member and probably most enjoyed teaching English to the children and playing Santa Claus at the orphanage where he could brighten their spirits in his own unique way. Throughout his time abroad he made a point of keeping in touch via social media, meeting up with me in CT when he came to visit and even coming to our house for dinner in NY. We could always count on him being the first to wish us a happy birthday or other holiday, taking advantage of the 12 hour time difference. He was always interested in knowing how my life was progressing with my family and during the pandemic he established a routine of calling me a couple of times per year despite being halfway around the world. He was always so supportive when I’d hit the occasional bump in the road and genuinely proud of my accomplishments along the way when they were achieved. I always enjoyed hearing about how he integrated himself into the local Thai community and developed an extended family of friends that facilitated a busy social life. This fascinated me because I could never have accepted the challenge of moving a 20 hour plane ride away by myself, but he did so with the zest for adventure. Father time began to catch up to him the last couple of years, as his health gradually deteriorated and immobility issues became more challenging to meet up with friends. His passing was very sorrowful to hear, especially so many days after the fact, but I am comforted knowing that he is now free from the pain that compromised his ability to live the way he wanted. The local Thailand community provided a touching ceremony to acknowledge the impact he had on so many, and he would be overjoyed seeing all those who attended the services, especially children from the orphanage. He honored all the church and orphanage meant to him by bequeathing his entire estate assets to them upon his death where his legacy will live on. I will remember my godfather as someone who deeply cared about those in his close circle, embraced the fear of traveling alone and moving across the globe, was able to befriend almost anyone within a brief time, and sought to provide fun and adventure into his daily life. God Bless you Uncle Robert, and may you ascend to the heavens in a peaceful journey to begin your next chapter of life, reunited with loved ones who passed before you."
