Robert J. Dowd, age 58, of Worcester, died Saturday, June 22, 2013, at UMASS Memorial Healthcare.

He leaves a son, Matthew R. Dowd of Winter Springs, FL; two brothers, Paul Dowd of Worcester and James Dowd, also of Worcester; a half-brother, John Ruffo of Las Angeles, CA.  He was predeceased by a son, Robert Dowd.

Born in Worcester, he was the son of the late George and Berjouhi (Adishian) Ruffo and lived in Worcester all his life.  He was formerly in Auto Sales before his disability.

There are no calling hours.  Funeral services and burial are private.  Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School Street, Webster is directing arrangements.  A guest book is available at www.shaw-majercik.com.