Robert "Bubba" Sidell, 61, passed away on July 24, 2022, at Hartford Hospital.  Robert was the son of the late Walter Sidell, Sr., and Helen Larsek Sidell.

He was born in Middletown and was a lifelong resident of East Haddam. He was a graduate of Hale Ray High School and Middlesex Community College. "Bubba" was previously employed with Moodus Lumber Co. and was a lifelong member of the St. Joseph Polish Society in Colchester.

Robert was predeceased by his partner, Patty Wood and his brother, Walter "Butch" Sidell.  He is survived by his brother and best friend, Richard Sidell of Moodus, sister and brother-in-law, Frances and Robert Dean of Hadlyme.  "Bubba" will be warmly remembered for his kind and gentle spirit and for his giving heart as big as his stature.

A funeral liturgy will be held Thursday, July 28, 2022 at 11 a.m. at St. Bridget Kildare Church, Moodus.  Burial will follow at St. Bridget Cemetery.  Family and friends may gather prior to the service from 10 to 11 a.m. at St. Bridget of Kildare Church.  Those who wish may send memorial contributions to the East Haddam Ambulance Assoc., P.O. Box 17, Moodus, CT 06469.  To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.