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Robert Finer Obituary
Robert "Capt. Bob" Finer, 50, Naples, Fla., formerly of Berks County, died early Tuesday morning, Aug. 10, 2010, while surrounded by his immediate family. Bob had been battling, with exceptional courage, a variety of serious ailments including complications from severe rheumatoid arthritis and congestive heart failure.
Robert Dalton Finer Jr. was born June 19, 1960, in Yonkers, N.Y.
He was married to Theresa Finer for 27 years and they had two children, Bob III and Christa.
Bob was especially involved in coaching his children's sports teams, from football and baseball with his son to leading his daughter's basketball squads for several years. His passion for competition and unique style of instruction made him an unforgettable leader.
Later in life, Capt. Bob satisfied his admiration for nature and the sea by frequenting the green-blue Gulf of Mexico waters off the coast of Naples, Fla., in his boat. Those days, which sometimes stretched into the night, became some of the best memories in Bob's recent past.
Bob was notorious for his unwavering commitment to family, boisterous laugh, intellect, ever-present opinion and one-of-a-kind perspective on life.
He is survived by his loving wife, Theresa; his son, Bob III; his daughter, Christa; his brothers, Scott and Greg; nieces Rebecca, Melissa, Jessica and Amy; nephews Thomas, Joseph, Daniel and Andrew; brother-in-law and best friend, Donny; brother-in-law, Kenny; sisters-in-law, Michelle and Sheri; mother-in-law, Arlene; father-in-law, Don; his dear friends, and all of those who were touched by his words and inspired by his thoughts.
A memorial service will be held honoring Bob's life on Friday, Aug. 13, at 3 p.m. at Hodges Funeral Home Chapel, 525 111th Ave. N., Naples, FL 34108, phone: 239-597-3101.
In lieu of flowers, send donations to VITAS Hospice Care, 5430 NW 33rd Ave., Suite 106, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309.
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Sponsored by Theresa, Lil Bob & Christa Finer.
Diann Valentino Greco
August 6, 2020
It is so hard to believe that ten years have gone by. Miss you Bobby, sending prayers and love to the Finer and Guerra families, especially Bobby's mother, my cousin Joanne.
Diann
Kristi Schrittwieser
June 10, 2011
This is very late but I just found out Bobby had passed. I would like to express my deepest sympathies to Scott, Greg and Joanne Finer. I only knew Bob for a short time but always remebered him fondly. I was very saddened to hear of his passing.
I lived on Secor Rd in Hartsdale for one year.
I don't know if you remember me. My name is Kristi and I had a sister Betsy. We never forgot Bobby and Scott. Again I am sorry for your loss.
Joan McRae-Baker
December 31, 2010
I realize that this is very late in expressing my sincere thoughts & prayers to all of you. Scott I know you will miss your brother deeply you two were glued at the hip ( At Scarborough & even after Scarborough ). Theresa you do not know me at all. I went to school with Bobby,Scott,and Jeanine ( class of '77 ) but know you have my deepest sympathy at your loss. I have alot of fond memories of Bobby and it always made the world alittle bit nicer knowing he was still around ( even though we had all gone seperate ways ) I read the My story he wrote in classmates and was glad to know he was happy & settled , as well as humorous as ever. I wish I had learned about this sooner & will pass this on to others who also knew him & have lost touch. All My Best For All of You.
Vincent Cantier
November 1, 2010
I just heard of Bob's passing the other day. I was so saddened by the news. I knew Bob for a brief time. My wife has Rheumatoid and I met bob in the Doctor's office a few years back. He was so helpful and encouraging to my wife. He was also very helpful to me. What a great guy. To his wife and children: Although I never met you, I feel as though I know all of you. Bob was so proud of his children. He never stopped talking about you both. His wife was his best friend. My wife and I would smile at how much he loved you. I hope you all find comfort in knowing that Bob was loved by many and loved you very much. He will be missed! Now you can go fishing Bob!
August 29, 2010
Dear Finer, Stark and Guerra families:
We were so saddened to hear of the untimely passing of Robert.
We are sure his loving grandparents Pauline and Joe have greeted him warmly in God's Kingdom.
To Robert's parents Bob and Joanne, his uncle Bobby, Bob Stark, Scott and Greg we can only imagine the feelings of sadess and loss you are experiencing. To Bob's wife and children, our deepest condolences.
We remember the wonderful childhood memories Bob had here in Westchester.
Peace and Godl's Blessings to all,
Rev. Robert and Betty Godley
Ardsley, New York
August 23, 2010
Thinking of all of you, Finer and Lauro's and all of the family and friends.......... We miss Bobby terribly. You are in our thoughts every day!!!!!!!
Don, Sheri, Melissa,Jess & Amy
Lena Shriver
August 17, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family. I didn't know him. But I think I recognize him from OPIS while having our infusion for rheumatoid.?
ANGELA RANELLONE
August 16, 2010
MY SMPATHY,THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE STARK AND FINER FAMILIES, ESPECIALLY HIS MOM JOANNE,SISTER IN LAW,LYNNE AND BOTHERS,SCOTT AND GREG, WHO ARE ALL FRIENDS OF MINE. LOVE AND BLESSINGS TO ALL OF YOU.
August 14, 2010
I am sorry to hear about Bob. God Bless You and your family. Tim Jackson -CVS Pharmacist
Bill mussene
August 14, 2010
Our deepest thoughts are with you Theresa, Bob, Christa,& all of Theresa's family who gave their unconditional love and support to Bob these past years. He was a bright, wonderful man who will be missed by so many. God speed.
Mike & Renee Austrevich
August 13, 2010
Dear Theresa, Bobby & Christa
We join with so many of your friends and family in sending our deepest sympathy to all of you, as well as Bobs extended family. Knowing the measure of a life well lived is not in how much money one has or what possessions they have accumulated, but rather through the lives they touched and the sorrow they leave behind. If the outpouring of sympathy on his loss is any indication, and it certainly is, you can surely say that his indeed was a life well-lived. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that his loss is felt by all who knew him. Memories are forever. With our love and God's blessings to all of you.
August 13, 2010
"We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will always remember the passionate support he showed for his family. May God comfort you during this difficult time."
Pat and Ken Sanford
Sybil Ashby
August 13, 2010
Thinking of you at this very difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort. God's blessings to you and yours. Always Sybil, Natalie, and the Ashby family.
Brenda Baxter
August 13, 2010
To my Godson Bobby, wherever you are, I know you are being looked after by your grandma and grandpa Guerra, love, Auntie Brendo
And to Joanne and Bob Stark, Scott and Lynne Finer, and Greg Finer, much love and many warm thoughts in this time of sorrow.
The Murphy Clan
August 13, 2010
Our deepest condolences to the Finer family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers!!
Florence Penzo
August 13, 2010
To The Finer & Stark Family,Especially to you my friend Joanne.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.I know very well what a difficult time this is may god bless you and your family at this time of sorrow
Florence Penzo
August 13, 2010
To the Finer & Stark Family, Especially you my friend Joanne I know only to well ,the sorrow in your heart. Our prayers are with you and your family. May god bless you all at this difficult time.
Dan & Florence
Debbie Edwards Rogers
August 13, 2010
I am so sorry to read this. Theresa- I have been searching the internet and Facebook for your name this past year and can't believe I stumbled upon this today. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
[email protected]
August 13, 2010
Dear Theresa, Christa, and Bobby,
We were so sad to hear of Bob's passing when we arrived back into town late last night. He was such an inspiration, dear friend, and a wonderful man. We loved sharing stories and laughing about our fun times together. May God Bless you with the treasured memories of the strong, loving, courageous, man you knew and will always love. Most sincerely, The Kurtzeborns
Pat Massey
August 13, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mr. Finer played a huge roll in our lives as young kids, teaching us the sports and how to win. We miss him. My prayers are with you Bobby, Christa, Mrs. Finer and Mr. Finer and your family.
Pat Massey
August 13, 2010
Mr. Finer is missed up here in PA and we will never forget the time he spent with us, especially as kids growing up learning all the sports. Our hearts are with Bobby, Christa, Mrs. Finer and Mr. Finers entire family.
August 12, 2010
Dear Finer Family,
We have such fond and wonderful memories of many basketball games with Coach Finer on the bench coaching at St. Ann's or watching all of Christa's SJN games from the stands. He was such a wonderful man and a great fan.
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Bill, Mary, Mary Catherine, Sarah, and Flannery Wickham.
Susan Ryziw
August 12, 2010
Bob, you certainly left your mark in this world ... we can only imagine the coaching going on right now in heaven :0)
God Speed and may God Bless your family.
Susan, Ladd & John Ryziw
Bob & Peggy Guerra
August 12, 2010
The Finer, Stark, and Guerra family has lost the first grandchild and nephew of the Guerra and Finer family--he was the first grandchild of his maternal grandparents, Pauline and Joseph Guerra, and the first nephew of his Uncle Bob Guerra. Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire Finer family and especially his mother and stepfather, Joanne and Bob Stark. We have many fond memories of years ago.
Mike, Rosalie Caforio
August 12, 2010
Our hearts and prayers go out to the Finer children and especially to Bobby's mother Joan on the loss of her beloved son.
Tammi & Jeff Stark
August 12, 2010
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I wish we could ease your heartache and sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Much Love to you and your family.
Love, Tammi & Jeff Stark
Diann Valentino Greco
August 12, 2010
To the Finer and Stark families:
You are all in my thoughts and prayers, especially his mother, my beloved cousin Joanne Finer Stark. May God provide the courage and strength in your time of need.
Diann & John
August 12, 2010
To the Finer Family, my deepest condolences for your loss. I am a former neighbor of your son, Greg. Tari Nash (Naples, FL).
August 12, 2010
We are sorry to hear of your loss. We haven't seen you since the Penn Alsace football days. Take care.
Bob, Sharon, Dan and Jason Bingaman
Reading, PA
Jimmy and Tina Delashmet
August 12, 2010
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
August 12, 2010
We are all so saddened by your loss. I have been thinking of all the times that we were all young and Bob was couching the kids in T-Ball. Sam Andrew was into it but Cammy was putting clover flowers in her cap. Bob realy helped Sam even if he did not know it at the time. You are in my prayers.
Scott Finer
August 12, 2010
My Dear Brother I will miss you, Bobby was the first son of three sons born to Robert Daulton Finer Sr. and Joanne Guerra Finer Stark. you will forever be in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam Smith
August 12, 2010
We all have so many wonderful memories of Bob....dating back to to the "good ole years"....we send to you our deepest sympathy and love.
Pam, Mathi and Maille Smith
Mola Family
August 12, 2010
TO THE FINER FAMILY
Our prayers are with your family. May God bless you and comfort you in this time of sadness.
The Mola Family
Kelly (Stricker) Wasielevski
August 12, 2010
Please accept our deepest sympathy at the loss of your dear husband and father. We know how special he was to you. May your wonderful memories remain in your heart forever and give you comfort. Thinking of you!
With Love,
Kelly (Stricker) Wasielevski and Family
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