Obituary of Robert J. Hare

Robert James "Mickey" "Bob" Hare, 91, of Monroe, beloved husband of the late Julia Ann Giampaolo Hare, passed away on November 14, 2025. Born in Bridgeport on January 26, 1934, he was the son of the late William and Ann Pavia Hare. Mickey was a graduate of Warren Harding High School and continued his education at Fairfield University. As a United States Army veteran, he was honored with multiple awards for his exceptional shooting abilities. A proud "Bridgeporter" and even prouder "East Ender," many remember him as the owner and operator of Park City Hearing Aid, the business he founded in 1969, which continues to thrive today. Remarkably, Bob, as his customers called him, remained actively involved in the business, going to work each day until very recently.

Mickey and Julie married on November 3, 1956, and moved from Bridgeport to Monroe in the early 1960s to raise their family. With two young sons who were passionate about sports, Mickey became deeply involved in the local athletic community. He contributed as both a coach and administrator in Little League Baseball, Monroe Youth Basketball, and Pop Warner Football. His dedication to his community extended further, as he took on roles within the Monroe Recreation Department and the Lake Zoar Authority. He also sponsored a slow pitch softball team, and even participated in games himself well into his 50s. As those who knew him would expect, the team was well known for its memorable end-of-season party.

Mickey is survived by his children and their spouses: Gary and Christine Hare, Brian and Linda Hare, and Beth and Ralph Pisani. He leaves behind grandchildren Melanie (John) Marullo, Matthew (Noelle) Hare, Taylor (Joseph Makrai) Hare, and Morgan (Thomas) Milone; Shawn (Katie) Polke, Melissa (Chris) Johnson, Thomas (Casey) Pisani, Nicole (David) Jandreau; great granddaughters Jaymie and Jade Stec, Autumn, Brianna and Maci Johnson, and great grandsons Colton Johnson and Jameson Jandreau.

He is survived by his brothers- and sisters-in-law, John and Shirley Giampaolo, and Ray and Sue Senes; numerous nieces, nephews, and godchildren; his longtime business partner and close friend, Pat Gerety; as well as friends of his sons and daughter, whom he and Julie regarded as family.

In addition to Julie, he was pre-deceased by his brother Bill, sister Barbara and brother-in-law Bob Alechnowicz, brother- and sister-in-law James "Mindy" and Rita Olayos, and daughter-in-law Beth Hare.

To his family and friends, Mick was someone you could always depend on for anything. To his children, he was both a father and a mentor. To his beloved late wife Julie, he was her steadfast rock. To his grandchildren and great grandchildren, he was their Poppa. All who knew him loved him and enjoyed his company.

The family wishes to express their gratitude to the team at Lord Chamberlain for their dedication in ensuring Mickey's comfort during his final days.

Hey Mick – Stanley, Sal, Little Mikey, Ray, Vinnie, Donnie, Phil, Joe, Chick, Norm, and the rest of the Friday happy hour crew have saved you a seat!

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, December 1, 2025 at 11:00 am in St. Jude Church, 707 Monroe Tnpk., Monroe with interment to follow in Monroe Center Cemetery, Monroe. Friends are invited to greet the family on Monday, December 1, 2025 from 9 am- 10:30 am in the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Rd., Trumbull. Memorial Contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516. To leave an online condolence, visit www.abriola.com.