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Robert Fedorchek Obituary
Dr. Robert M. Fedorchek, died, at the age of 84, on November 27, 2023, with Theresa, his loving wife of 40 years at his side. He was predeceased by his first wife, Ruth; and is survived by sons, Andrew (Christine) and Daniel, daughter, Rebecca Le (Khang), six grandchildren, Paige, Gavin, Spencer, Zachary, Charlie, Zoey, sister, Louise Foster, and several nieces and nephews. Bob was born in New Salem, Pennsylvania, and grew up in Cleveland, Ohio. He received a PhD in Spanish from the University of Connecticut and was a life-long learner, spending time in Spain and Portugal. He taught for 39 years at Fairfield University and served as Chair of the Department of Modern Languages and Literature for 11 years. Bob published five novels, one novella, one book of stories for children and 27 translations of Spanish and Portuguese literature. Bob was an avid reader, wood burner, woodworker and enjoyed eating at Portuguese restaurants with his wife. Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 9, 2023, at 11:00 a.m., meeting directly in Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 545 Stratfield Road, Fairfield, with a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow at Mountain Grove Cemetery, Bridgeport. All are welcome to join the family in celebrating Bob's life. Memorial contributions in his memory can be made to Yale New Haven Health at www.givetoynhh.org . To send online condolences, please visit www.redgatehennessy.com
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Fred J. Coseglia
December 8, 2023
Loss is hard especially when it is someone you love. Pain and sorrow
become ever present. Thankfully, comfort from family and fiends
is helpful. WE have been blessed by "knowing" Bob and sharing many
good times together. We are grateful for all his workings and the memories
we now hold dear. Our deepest sympathy is extended to Theresa and family.
WE shall always recall the differences he made in the lives of many. Yes,
a lasting legacy.
Fred Coseglia (& Marge too)
Mary Garbe
December 5, 2023
Dear Theresa and Family,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your beloved Bob. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May he rest in eternal peace in the arms of our loving Lord.
Mary and Patrick Garbe
George Diffley
December 5, 2023
My deepest condolences to you, Teresa, and all of your family as well your the loss of Bob. You and he are in my prayers.
Beverly Balint Isselee
December 4, 2023
My Spanish professor at Fairfield U. I recently retired as a French teacher and sometimes Spanish teacher. Thankful for his instruction and encouragement and role-modeling. Prayers for comfort and blessing on your loss.
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Irene and Joe Klemens
December 2, 2023
Bob and I have been friends for over 70 years, having met while in grade school in Cleveland, Ohio. From the onset, he was a one-of-a-kind guy. A brilliant mind who became an educated adult. One who crafted precise translations of old Spanish and Portuguese language novels into English. He is the author of several true to life novels. In high school, Bob and I worked part-time at a grocery store, where I met Irene, my recently deceased wife of 61 years. The three of us became lifelong friends. As with his wife, Theresa, we often talked about our good fortune in having loving, caring spouses. Bob was my best man, my loyal friend, a brother to me. Adios, old friend. Rest in God´s peace. Irene and Joe Klemens
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