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Robert Fero Obituary

May 3, 1928 -
November 25, 2017

On November 25, 2017 we said our final good-byes to Robert (Bob) Fero. He passed away peacefully at TBRHSC. Bob persevered through his short illness with strength and determination.

Bob was a member of the Port Arthur West End Bruins 1948 Memorial Cup team. He played semi-pro hockey on the east coast and senior hockey in the Northwestern Ontario district before hanging up his skates to become a car salesman, a career he had for over 35 years. He was also a long-standing member of the Italian Mutual Benevolent Society.

Bob is survived and will be greatly missed by his wife of 64 years, Rose Marie; one sister, Gloria Murphy of Winnipeg; by sisters-in-law Rochelle Duchnicki (Tom), Maureen Wilson (Jack, deceased), Marlene Fero (Ray, deceased) and numerous nieces & nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents, Joe Forunato & Emma Fero; his in-laws, Maurice & Mary Vaillancourt and his brothers and sisters: Jim, Bill, Joe, Ray, Helen, Emilia, Amelia, Mary, Yolanda, Rita, Furine and Lenora; his sister-in-law Kaye Vallincourt.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2017 when friends and family will gather for a funeral mass at 11:00 am at Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Church celebrated by Rev. Victor DeGagne. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service. Interment to follow at a later date.

Should friends so desire donations to may be made in Bob's memory to TBRHSC Foundation or St. Joseph's Foundation of Thunder Bay.

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Published by The Thunder Bay Chronicle Journal on Nov. 28, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
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December 15, 2017

Our condolences on your recent loss Rose Marie. Bob was a dynamo in life, not only as a great car salesman but in everything he did. Sincerest sympathy, Ernie & Barb Daykin

Pete Durham

December 11, 2017

My condolences on Roberts passing. He and my father played on the Bruins many years ago.

Bob with brother Joe in days gone by--good times.

Ethel Enstrom

December 2, 2017

Dick & Natalie Sitarz

December 2, 2017

We, and many others, will miss that great smile and wonderful wit as we go to mass each day at St. Maria Gorretti in Scottsdale. Sincere sympathy to you, Rose Marie, for your great loss

John and Vivianne McCullough

December 2, 2017

Our deepest condolences go out to you Rose Marie. We are wintering in Florida, and just heard of Bob's passing. We have so many fond memories of Bob from Port Arthur Motors where John worked alongside Bob for more than 25 years. He was a good friend to so many people. His enduring smile and long-term friendship will be truly missed.

Arline Wilson

November 30, 2017

Dear Rose Marie: My sincere condolences on Bob's passing. My sisters, Loretta M. and Dolly A. also send their sympathies as they are unable to be here. We have many happy memories of Bob over the many, many years we have known him.

Cathie Wintoneak

November 29, 2017

I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss Rose Marie. I haven't seen Bob for many years. He was a real gentleman, with an infectious smile that endeared him to everyone he met. He will be missed.

November 29, 2017

So very sorry for your loss Rosie. We will miss running into Bob in Scottsdale. Loved our special time together in the valley. We have great memories. Heartfelt condolences also from Janet,Cliff and Connie. Hugs Jack and Barb Witiluk.

1948 Bruins

Peter Campaner

November 29, 2017

Shirley Skrabek

November 28, 2017

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your lossour thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
I remember Bob as a sweet, funny, compassionate man & my Father's #1 salesman, at Port Arthur Motors.
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Sent with love and remembrance.

Lori Shermack

November 28, 2017

My heartfelt condolences for the loss of My Great Uncle Bob and his Family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.

November 28, 2017

our deepest condolences to the family of Bob....he was a special person with a heart of gold..and a long time friend...ab and martha filipovic

Barry fero

November 28, 2017

Gonna miss him alot so many memories of him Uncle Joe Dad taking me to the pool hall when I was a kid hot dog and a coke steamed bun lol

Ian Fero

November 28, 2017

I was always very happy to run into my Great Uncle Bob. He could put a smile on my face in an instant. It was always a proud moment to walk into Port Arthur Arena, look up at his Mem Cup team photo, and tell my teammates, "Hey, that's my Uncle Bob". Love and best wishes.

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Memorial Events
for Robert Fero

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29

Visitation

10:00 a.m.

Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Church

ON P7C 5G8

Nov

29

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Church

ON P7C 5G8

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