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ROBERT BARAS Obituary
Robert "Bob" Baras, 85, passed away peacefully at his home in Westport, CT on February 7, 2016 surrounded by his family, friends and his loving caregivers. Robert was born in Brooklyn, NY to Esther (Hertan) and Solomon Baras. Both were Romanian immigrants. He was raised in the Bronx and graduated from DeWitt Clinton High School, and then attended City College. Robert was a longtime resident of Manhattan, and Tourettes-sur-Loup, France. Bob was happily married to his wife of 49 years, Francine Baras. After building a large textile company, Inwood Knitting Mills, which he sold to National Distillers in 1969, Bob was able to realize his lifelong dream, his true passion for painting. He attended School of Visual Arts and received a BFA with honors. Bob spent the next 40 years painting and living his dream. His last show was at The White Gallery in Lakeville, Connecticut in May of 2015. Bob was also a photographer and left a large body of work. Robert is survived by his beloved wife, Francine Baras, daughters Lise Baras and Nicole Baras Feuer, and his son Lloyd Baras. Bob adored his three grandchildren, Adam Feuer, Eric Feuer, and Jonathon Baras. He was predeceased by his daughter, Ilene Marback. Bob also lost his brother Irwin Baras in World War II. Funeral services will take place on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at 11:00am at the Abraham L. Green and Son Funeral Home, 88 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT. Memorial contributions may be made to The Alzheimer's Association.
Memories and Condolences
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22 Entries
Nina Cormack/Sidi
February 3, 2021
Happy memories, RIP.
Nina.( knit designer)
Paul Lane
February 3, 2021
I think the best years of my life we’re in the years that Bob Baras was my friend. Each day with each exposure to one another, was always electric, fun and stimulating. He was a great guy, a good friend.We both had a gift recognizing how crazy we were. Puerto Rico what a great memory
Nina Sidi-Cormack
December 20, 2020
I had a great privilege of working with Robert Baras on his textile lines many years ago, great guy to work with, very talented we produced many winning seasons. He will be missed.
Alexandra GRECH
April 19, 2018
Francine,
C'est avec une immense tristesse que je réalise seulement aujourd'hui le départ de Bob.
Je voulais vous dire toute mon affection et mes sincères condoléances, même si tardives.
Même si le temps et la distance ne nous ont pas permis de nous revoir depuis ces 2 magnifiques années où j'ai pu être près de vous à Tourette-sur-Loup et cette merveilleuse année 1991 où Bob m'a donné l'immense chance, à moi petite française de province, de venir à Manhattan faire mon stage dans son entreprise, je ne vous ai jamais oublié.
Votre gentillesse, votre humour, vos passions pour la vie, la culture, l'art, la musique et vos sages conseils ont gravé mon esprit à jamais.
Je peux dire sans détours que vous avez changé le cours de ma vie et ma vision du monde.
Je vous en serai reconnaissante à tous les deux toute ma vie.
Sincèrement,
Alexandra Grech
Henry Jacobowitz
January 14, 2017
Dear Fran: It was with much sadness that I red, today, that Bob passed away. It is a pity that we lost contact some time ago, and, hence, I was unable to tell him that I loved him as if we were real brothers. I regret that very much. So, I send you, and the Whole Baras Family, my deepest condolence. Regards and good wishes to all who know of me. Henry
richard ross
October 2, 2016
Fran I just stumbled onto this. I am so sorry. He was an important figure in my life. And I equate my success to his giving my chance.
February 19, 2016
Suzanne Habib. So sorry to learn about Bob' passing. You have my deepest symphany
February 18, 2016
dear fran: our sincere condolences to you and Nicole on the passing of Bob....he was a wonderful talented guy and we enjoyed his company so much.....He will always be a part of all those memories of the "fun years" at Aspatuck and life at "the beach".....He will be missed... Sincerely Bobby and Suellen Schneider
February 14, 2016
C'est avec une grande tristesse que j'ai appris le décés de monsieur Baras. Il était d'une gentillesse extrême et tellement courtois.
En ces moments difficiles je tenais à vous faire part de mes sincères condoléances et à partager votre peine
Bien à vous
Marie Madeleine
Matthew Feuer
February 11, 2016
An amazing man, and a huge loss........you will be missed.
Peter
February 11, 2016
Gone and will not be forgotten, may your memories comfort you, and may God help you through this difficult time.
Josiane Bosio
February 11, 2016
Virginie, caroline, bruno, marie madeleine, rodolphe, christine, claude, et moi même pensons tres fort et sommes de tout coeur par nos pensees avec vous pour ces durs moments
February 11, 2016
C'est avec une grande tristesse que j'ai appris le décès de Monsieur Baras.
Il était d'une gentillesse extrème et tellement courtois.
En ces moments difficiles je tenais à vous faire part de mes sincères condoléances et à partager votre peine.
Bien à vous
Marie Madeleine
Paul Lane
February 10, 2016
It seems like it was just yesterday, Bob and Paul Lane we're on a plane to Puerto Rico. The rest became history. He was quite A guy. I hope he is at peace. Fran I know u will miss him. He was a major chapter in my life. With great respect.PAUL
February 10, 2016
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 119:76.
Josiane Bosio
February 10, 2016
c'est avec une tres tres grande tristesse que je vous presente mes sinceres condoleances'. Je garde le souvenir d'un homme merveilleusement bon et gentil., toujours souriant et de bonne humeur. Je pense tres fort a vous dans ces moments difficiles
George Smith
February 9, 2016
Dear Andrew and Erica. I am so sorry for the loss of your Grandfather. My Prayers are with you. George
Joanna Hunt
February 9, 2016
Erica and Andrew Marback - sending my deepest condolences over the loss of your grandfather. May your memories comfort you.
February 9, 2016
Dear Nicole and Fran,
I am so sorry to learn of the loss of your beloved father and husband. His vibrant paintings adorned the walls of our office, Nicole, and always buoyed me as I walked through the door. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting him, I know that Bob was a man of integrity and stature in the textile industry, a man of depth and expression in his art, and a man full of love for both of you, and his grandchildren in his personal life. I hope the many wonderful memories you have will be a source of comfort at this difficult time. With sympathy, Debby Richman
Leslye Abbey
February 9, 2016
Dear Francine and family,
My condolences to you at this sad time. Robert Baras was a lucky and gifted man. Not only was he able to live his passion, he was blessed by his loving family. May you take comfort in knowing that he had fulfilled his dreams. Blehichiya (Take courage.)
JF
February 9, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 8, 2016
Dearest Fran,Nicole and Family,
A gifted and unique individual was your Robert and all of us who were lucky enough to pass his way were so fortunate. If there is anything we can do for you during this sad time, we would consider it a privilege. All our love, Toby and Dick
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