Robert

McKechnie

Temple – Robert “Bob” McKechnie, age 81 of Temple, Maine, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Robert was born on August 3, 1945, in Farmington, Maine to the late Arthor and Ruth McKechnie.

Robert, AKA “Doctor Cool” went on to have a fulfilling and successful business of his own as an Appliance and Refrigeration Technician, known as “McKechnie Appliance”.

In 1981, Robert married Sharon McKechnie, together they shared 45 beautiful years of marriage.

Robert was known for his love of hunting, fishing and for his talent for woodworking and gardening.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter Michelle Barker, and brothers James and Thomas McKechnie.

Robert is survived by his beloved wife, Sharon, his children – Dani Alley and husband Braden, Bruce Barker and wife Kristi, and daughter Randi McKechnie, his grandchildren – Deven and Logan Holubek, Dana McKechnie, Aspen Alley, Hayden Barker and Chase Barker, along with five great-grandchildren.

He will be deeply missed by his family.

Arrangements are under the care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Services, 488 Farmington Falls Rd, Farmington, ME, 04983, where memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.dsfuneral.com