Dexter – Robert Joe Braithwaite, 87, passed away November 23, 2025, at Northern Light Sebasticook Valley Hospital, Pittsfield. He was born June 22, 1938, in Fayetteville, Arkansas, the son of Willard and Elma (Carroll) Braithwaite. Robert served as an Instructor for the U.S. Army for many years.

Robert is survived by his wife, Betty Braithwaite; two daughters, Lynn Bleuer and Samantha Wright and her husband, Jim; son-in-law, David Leblanc; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents; daughter, Patricia Leblanc; and his brother, George.

Burial will be in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Dexter. Arrangements are in the care of the Lary Funeral Home. Messages of condolence and memories may be expressed at www.laryfuneralhome.com.