Robert Cingolani

Dr. Robert “Doc” Cingolani, age 97 of Dartmouth, passed away on March 3, 2022 at Morton Hospital.

Born and raised in Plymouth, Massachusetts, he was the son of the late Paul and Louise (Cappannari) Cingolani.

Graduate of Plymouth High School he was a proud member of the basketball and baseball teams. Upon graduation of high school, he served his country in the United States Navy until the end of WWII. After he was honorably discharged, he received a D.P.M. at Illinois College of Podiatry in Chicago.  He then opened a thriving podiatry practice in Concord, NH and New Bedford, MA for over 40 years, retiring in 2000.  Doc could often be found at the ocean, waist deep in water in search of luring in the biggest fish. This love of fishing lead him on many memorable adventures.

Since childhood, Bob was an avid fan of baseball. Whether it was watching the Red Sox, playing semi-professionally, coaching, or umpiring high school and legion baseball, he enjoyed every aspect of the sport. He was a strong supporter and advocate of New Bedford legion baseball league.

Bob was a devoted father who adored and shared a special bond with his remarkable late son Michael.

Brother of the late Wilbert “Willy” Cingolani, James Cingolani, Mary Shapiro, and uncle of the late Daria Cingolani.

He is survived by his brother William Cingolani and wife Denise, nephew; Mark Cingolani and his children Carly and Michael Cingolani. He also leaves his dear friends William and Brenda McGowan and their children Elizabeth Phillips and Katie McGowan.

Burial will be held privately.

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