Robert Samelwich

Robert Samelwich, 64, of Brookfield, Connecticut, better know as “Bob” or “Sammy” passed away on January 13th, 2026 at Danbury Hospital. He was born in Greenwich, Connecticut on February 4, 1961.

Robert took on the role of primary caregiver for his beloved mother and grandmother, dedicating his entire life to their care. Robert was a passionate fisherman, competing in many tournaments throughout his life, loving nothing more than casting a line on his boat in Candlewood Lake. He found great pride in the meticulous care of his truck, he spent many of his last days polishing and detailing it in his driveway. Robert loved to cook, always firing up his backyard grills. He also had a green thumb for gardening, growing vegetables & herbs all year long. 

Robert was known for his craftsmanship and handyman skills. He could repair just about anything and was always inventing some new gadget or device. 

Robert also had a great sense of humor, he liked to stir things up and keep people laughing. Robert grew up in New Fairfield and attended New Fairfield Schools, earning his GED. He completed the HVAC and Refrigeration Apprenticeship Program with the Plumbers & Steamfitters Local Union #21 of Westchester and Putnam Counties. He worked as an HVAC Mechanic for most of his life at H.E. Palmer before retiring. Robert had various jobs in his younger years, he made pizzas at Pizza Castle, and manned the pumps at Zerenner’s Garage, both in New Fairfield. Robert detailed cars at the Porsche dealership in Greenwich, he also took pride in his skill as a meat cutter in the butcher department at the Food Emporium, also in Greenwich. 

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert, and his grandparents, George and Genevieve Ulicky. He is survived by his Mother, Jeannette Samelwich, his sister and her husband Laurie and (Gil) Biasetti, his godson and nephew, Anthony, his wife (Jasmin), his nephews Nicholas and Dominick, and his niece Rachel. Robert will also be missed by his two cats Georgia and Squeaky. 

A funeral mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 11:00 AM in Saint Marguerite Bourgeoys Church; 138 Candlewood Lake Road, Brookfield. Interment will take place privately in Saint Mary Cemetery, Greenwich. Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home is in care of arrangements.