Robert Edward Claffey

Butch, as he is known to family and friends, was born September 11, 1950 in Hartford, CT.

He was predeceased by his parents Rose Hudson Claffey and Robert W. Claffey. He leaves behind his life partner Jo-Anne Connor, his sister Eileen Leopoldino (Felix) of Old Saybrook, CT, his nephew and business partner Mark Leopolidino (Kristin) of Old Saybrook, CT, his niece Denise Leopoldino of Burlington, VT, 3 stepchildren, 5 step-grandchildren and several great nieces and a nephew. Butch also leaves behind his extended Bill’s Seafood family, whom he loved dearly, and all his loyal patrons, who over the years have become his second family.

Butch was born and raised in Hartford, CT where he graduated from Hartford High School in 1969. After graduation he joined the US Army reserves and served as a medic in San Antonio, TX. Prior to purchasing Bill’s Seafood in the early 80’s, he worked as a liquor salesman for CDI.

Butch was a humble man who never forgot where he came from. He was always willing to give to numerous charitable organizations throughout the community. If you were lucky enough to know Butch, you knew a truly good man; he was absolutely one of the best. A self-made man, with a heart of gold who touched and helped the lives of so many people.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Smilow Cancer Hospital at givetoynhh.org or CDKL5 research for Team Avery at Community Foundation of Middlesex County

A Funeral Mass will be held at Saint Mark the Evangelist Church, 222 McVeagh Road in Westbrook on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 11:00AM. To share a memory of Butch or send a condolence to his family please visit www.rwwfh.com Arrangements are in the care of the Robinson, Wright & Weymer Funeral Home in Centerbrook.