Robert Auersch

Robert Person Auersch, 78, of East Walpole, Massachusetts died July 29, 2011. He was born December 5, 1932 to the late William and Esther (Person) Auersch in Cos Cob, Connecticut. Robert was a graduate of St. Andrew Preparatory School in Delaware, where he earned nine letters in various sports . He received his degree in Political Science from the University of Virginia. Robert played baseball as a catcher for the New York Yankees’ farm team, until he was drafted to serve in the U.S. Army. Robert married Lee Adele Ramsey in 1963. In 1967, they moved to East Walpole, the place they called home from then on. Bob worked as a salesman for 3M Corporation for 26 years, retiring in 1998. He coached baseball in East Walpole for many years, and was very active in St. Mary Catholic Church, where he and Lee were long-time members. Robert is survived by his son Andrew M. Auersch, daughter-in-law Lorraine Auersch, and granddaughter Adele Auersch. Robert’s sister Wilma Hudock of Lake Worth, Florida and several nieces and nephews also survive. He was preceded in death in 2005 by his wife Lee. A wake service will be held at St. Alphonsus Liguori Catholic Church on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at 6 p.m., with calling from 4 p.m. to time of service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Trustees of Reservations for Bird Park, 572 Essex St., Beverly, MA 01915-1530 Arrangements are entrusted to Flanner and Buchanan Zionsville. You are invited to go to the Guest Book page to pass along your personal message or tell a story. Sincerely, -Your friends at Flanner and Buchanan