Robert Beranger

ROCHESTER - Robert "Bob" Beranger, 87, of 20 Farmington Road, died Wednesday, June 10, 2015, at home surrounded by his family, after a brief illness.He was born Feb. 28, 1928, in Winchester, Mass., the son of the late Elias and Marion (Eichorn) Beranger. He served his country proudly in the U.S. Army during World War II. Bob had resided in Rochester since 1967, previously living in Bedford, Mass. Bob was owner and president of Beranger Volkswagen in Rochester. He enjoyed many hobbies and activities including flying, boating, fishing, RVing, car racing, motorcycling and the Patriots. He especially loved spending time with his family.Members of his family include his wife of 37 years, Karen (Kanehl) Beranger; his sons, John and wife Delight, Scott and wife Carolyn, all of Rochester, Steve of Alton, Edward Owen of Derry, Robert Owen of Limington, Maine; his daughter, Beth (Beranger) Jennison, of Rochester; grandchildren, Jeff and wife Katie, Stephanie and husband Erik, Amy and husband Patrick, Kimberly and husband Brian, Casey, Kirby, Hayden, Avaleigh and Lucia; three great-grandchildren, Dorothy, Mayson and Ahna; several cousins; and two dogs, Duncan and Hippo.He was preceded in death by his sister, Jeannine Smalley, and his first wife, Sylvia.

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SERVICES: Family and friends may visit Saturday, June 13, from 12 to 3 p.m., at the R.M. Edgerly & Son Funeral Home, 86 South Main St., Rochester.Private burial will be in Kimball Cemetery, Meaderboro Road, Rochester.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.To sign the online guest book, please go to www.edgerlyfh.com.