Robert E. Petro

Robert "Bob" E. Petro, 55, of Perkasie, PA passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at Grand View Hospital, Sellersville, PA. He was the loving husband of Kimberly "Kim" (Bell) Rowen for 14 years. Bob was born in Bethel Park, PA to Shirley A. (Joswiak) Petro, of Manakin Sabot, VA. and the late Bernard G. Petro. He was a graduate of Central Bucks High School East, Doylestown, PA, class of 1988. Bob was employed as a Plumber for Kniese's Plumbing, Doylestown, PA for 20 years. He loved the Phillies and was a big EAGLES fan, he liked doing lottery scratch offs, enjoyed fishing, watching the Price is Right, and the 80's videos. Bob will be especially remembered for his world famous and legendary deviled eggs at family gatherings and funny pictures he drew on birthday cards. He enjoyed volunteering at the Polish American Festival at the Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown, PA. Bob was a hardworking, kind, loving and caring helpful man. He had a great sense of humor. Bob's favorite quote was, "I have a bucket full of thoughts." He is survived by his son, Dylan C. Petro and his daughter, Noelle B. Petro both of Doylestown, PA; his step-daughter, Arielle C. Rowen of Hatfield, PA; his two brothers, Mark J. Petro & wife Mara of Holland, MI, and Andrew J. Petro of Telford, PA; his three sisters, Gloria A. LaFlamme of Manakin Sabot, VA, Christine M. Collins & husband Jeff of Mt. Joy, PA, and Jennifer N. Ceschan & husband John of Sellersville, PA; along with numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Bernard G. Petro, Jr. and brother-in-Law, John R. LaFlamme Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105 www.stjude.org. Arrangements by: Anders-Detweiler Funeral Home & Crematory, 130 East Broad Street, Souderton, Pennsylvania 18964. To send online condolences to the family, visit www.andersfh.com