Robert Corvi Sr.

Robert Corvi Sr., 86, of Rockland died on November 6, 2016, at South Shore Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rockland, after a period of failing health. He was born in Braintree, son of the late Benedetto and Theresa (Giannini) Corvi. Bob was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and served on the Rockland Fire Department for 22 years retiring with the rank of Lieutenant. He also served the Town of Rockland as a Sewer Commissioner and Water Commissioner. He ran his own construction business for many years and loved woodworking. Bird houses were his specialty. He was an avid fisherman, deer hunter and enjoyed taking care of his swimming pool. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Marcia B. (Weixler) Corvi; and his children, Robert Corvi Jr. of Rockland and Susan A. Garden and her husband Michael of Florida. He was the grandfather of Lisa Suarez and her husband Rodrigo; and great-grandfather to Ethan and Ella Suarez. A special young man, Stevie Kimball, who was like a grandson also survives him. He was the brother of Catherine Corvi and Elizabeth Moreland both of Braintree and the late Laura Draper. Also surviving are extended family members and many wonderful friends. The family welcomes friends and loved ones to celebrate his life Friday, November 11, 2016, from 5-8 p.m. at the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union Street, Rockland. A funeral service will be celebrated Saturday, November 12, 2016, at 10:30 a.m. in the funeral home. Burial will follow in Mt. Wollaston Cemetery in Quincy. Donations in his memory may be made to the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 101 First Avenue, Waltham, MA 02451. For directions or to share a memory on his "Tributes" page, visit www.magounbiggins.com.