Robert V. McKee

December 27, 1929 - July 4, 2016

In CT. Hospice July 4, 2016 Robert V. "Chief" McKee 86, of North Haven. Beloved husband of 60 years to Catherine Sola McKee. Loving father of Robert J. McKee (Rosaria Pesce) and Paul M. McKee (Michelle Szombathy). Also survived by his cherished grandchildren Krystina McKee Kolman, Jessica, Felicia, Rebeka, Brian and Sean McKee. Predeceased by his siblings Marie McKee, Walter McKee, John McKee, Gertrude McKee O'Brien, Dorothy McKee and Edward McKee. Chief was born in New Haven December 27, 1929 son of the late John F. and Mary C. Donahue McKee. He proudly served his country during the Korean War with the US Army. Mr. McKee was a carpenter and retired after 39 years from United Illuminating. Chief resided in North Haven since 1957 and enjoyed working in his wood shop and spending time with his family. His funeral will leave Sisk Brothers Funeral Home 3105 Whitney Ave. Hamden on Thursday at 10:30 a.m., Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery. The family will receive friends Thursday from 9 - 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers contributions to CT. Hospice 100 Double Beach Rd. Branford, CT. 06405. To leave an online condolence please visit www.siskbrothers.com