FALMOUTH — Robert Jean Cyr, 84, of North Yarmouth died April 5 at Sedgewood Commons.

He was born in Sanford on Dec. 24, 1924, son of Amanda (Beland) and Omer Cyr.

He served in the U.S. Army after high school and was part of the 1944 D-Day landing in France.

After the war, he graduated from Southern Massachusetts College with a degree in textile engineering. For over 36 years, he worked for United Merchant and Manufacturers in New York City.

His interests included spending time outdoors and as an amateur radio operator.

He was predeceased by his son Matthew J. Cyr and his brother Walter L. Cyr

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Eleanor Cyr.

A memorial service was held earlier this week.

Arrangements are by Lindquist Funeral Home, 1 Mayberry Lane, Yarmouth.


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