Robel A. Tesema Obituary
We announce the death of Robel A. Tesema (Portland, Maine), who passed away on September 12, 2026, at the age of 39. Robel will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Robel will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Robel will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Robel’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
A graveside service was held on Thursday, September 17th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Evergreen Cemetery (672 Stevens Ave, Portland, ME 04103). Later Robel found his niche during the Covid Pandemic when he worked for Abbott Labs, finding and training recruits to produce the newly developed Covid tests.
In lieu of flowers please consider making a contribution to the American Cancer Society (https://www.cancer.org).
