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Robert Stefano Obituary

STEFANO - Robert T., Dr., (89) a long time resident of Garden City, NY on April 24, 2017. He was a graduate of the College of the Holy Cross and Downstate Medical School. Board certified in Internal Medicine, and Assistant Director of Medicine at Mercy Medical Center, Rockville Centre, NY and practicing Physician at Winthrop University Medical Center, Mineola, NY. He was an avid sailor, painter, golfer, and photographer. Beloved husband of Peggy. Cherished father of Patricia Deely (Stephen), Cathy Freehill (Al), Nancy Foglio (Salvatore), and Marybeth. Loving step-father of Christina McGreevy, John McGreevy (Nisha), Terrence McGreevy, and Maura Collins (Daniel). Proud grandfather of 16. Devoted husband of the late Nancy K. Stefano. Visitation Wednesday 2-4 pm & 7-9 pm at Fairchild Sons Funeral Home, Inc., 1201 Franklin Avenue, Garden City, NY. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 10 am at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Garden City, NY. Entombment to follow at Holy Rood Cemetery,Westbury, NY.

Published by Newsday on Apr. 26, 2017.
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Cathy, Trisha, Nancy & Mary Beth: I have so many wonderful childhood memories of being at your house and your Dad was such a big part of them. I remember when he sketched profiles of us, him bringing me a gift of a Dr's bag when I was in the hospital having my tonsils out, and him and your Mom referring to the as their 5th daughter, and Yummy dinners with the whole family where he always joked with us. He had a great sense of humor, and I always felt privileged to share his birthday with him. My love and sincere sympathy to you all.

Jane Rooney

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April 29, 2017

God Bless Dr Stefano,Great Doctor ! He used to take his daughters on Sunday making rounds at Mercy Hospital when they were young. He would Know your first name and always say hello .

RIP
Peter J Sprague

April 27, 2017

A great M.D. and a good, generous, caring man. It's been an honor to know you. Condolences to your wife and family.

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April 26, 2017

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Fairchild Sons Funeral Home Inc

1201 Franklin Ave, Garden City, NY 11530

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26

Visitation

7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Fairchild Sons Funeral Home Inc

1201 Franklin Ave, Garden City, NY 11530

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Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

St. Joseph's R.C. Church

Garden City, NY

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Holy Rood Cemetery

Westbury, NY

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