NEWARK: Robert Lee Brett Jr., age 57, of 108 Vienna Rd. Lot 23 Newark, New York, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2025, at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital.
A celebration of Robert’s life will be held on January 10, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home, 103 Maple Ct, Newark, New York.
Robert was born on November 15, 1968, in Brockport, New York son of Bonnie (Brooks) Dean and Robert Brett Sr. He was a graduate of Sodus Central Junior–Senior High School. Throughout his working life, Robert was employed by Ultralife for two years and later by G.W. Lisk for four years.
Robert enjoyed fishing, listening to music, and, most of all, spending time with his family.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Dawn (Wirth) Brett; his stepchildren, Trista Snyder, Kevin Reeves, and Nathan Reeves; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Robert was predeceased by his parents, Robert Brett Sr. and Bonnie (Brooks) Dean, as well as his siblings Michael Brooks and Lee Brooks, and his sister-in-law Deborah Davis.
He is also survived by his sisters, Tabitha McRis, Teresa Brett, Bobbie Lynn Brett, Misty Brett, Echo Brett, and Ceicelia Brett; his brothers, Rebel Brett, Wayne Quackenbush, and David Brett; his sisters-in-law, Darla McDonald; and his brothers-in-law, Duane Wirth Jr. and Darian Wirth.
Robert will be remembered for his deep love for his family and friends and for the kindness he showed to those around him.
Flowers may be sent to Schulz-Pusateri Funeral Home. Those wishing to contribute may also donate to Robert’s funeral expenses through GoFundMe at: https://gofund.me/d0c329339
