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Robert Fanion Obituary
WORCESTER - Robert A. Fanion, age 59, died Sunday, March 24, 2013, at home.
He leaves his wife of 15 years, Linda P. (Tavano) Fanion of Worcester; a brother, Wally Fanion; and several close friends, Denise McGinley, Joel Wentworth, German Salaf, John Flynn, Jose Santiago and Dan Malloy.
He was born in Worcester, son of the late Andrew and Gertrude (Gilbert) Fanion and lived in Worcester all his life. He was a U.S. Army veteran and was a custodian at Worcester Library for many years.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, March 29, 2013 at 10:00 am in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01707. Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School Street, Webster is directing arrangements. A guest book is available at:
www.shaw-majercik.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Fanion
April 12, 2013
Dear Linda,
I am so sorry for your dear loss. I knew Bob and Wally when they were just teenagers hanging around Tommy's Restaurant on Lincoln Street. Bob always had on his green army coat, bell bottoms and wild wavy hair. Wally had darker hair and i belive a pee coat, but both of the brothers had a wonderful smiles and sweet personalities. Bob was the gentle giant, tall, cool, with only good things to say. I can still see him smirking on McKinley Road with a cigarette in hand and a secret or some deep thought in is soul. The world lost a gentleman but Heaven now can claim one of its finest. Chris murphy
March 31, 2013
We will miss Bob so very much. He had a kind and gentle soul that was very much appreciated and he will always be in our thoughts. He will never be forgotten. May he rest in peace. My prayers go to you Linda. Please take care of yourself.
Tammy, Miranda & Tianna
We love you Bob.
Sadly missed.
Sue Groccia
March 29, 2013
Dear Linda, Dee, Joel, John, German, Dan, Jose and everyone whose life was touched by Mr. Bob,
There are no words to truly express the deep sense of loss we all feel. Mr. Bob's smile, hearty laugh and warm soul are matched by none. My best days always began with a boisterous, "Good Morning Miss Sue!" My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kim Caouette
March 28, 2013
To Bob's family and friends--I'm so sorry for your loss!
Anne & Stephen Johnson
March 28, 2013
To all of Bob's family-
My deepest sympathy on your loss. I will miss Bob's smile, his kindness and caring ways. During all of his illnesses, he never failed to ask how I was, and how my husband was feeling.
At the end of an evening or weekend shift, his first priority was making sure all the children had rides or were with someone safe to take them home. He would walk staff to the parking lot if they were uneasy late at night. Bob, there will never be another you. As my father used to say, they broke the mold when they made you.
May you rest in peace, no longer in pain, and become our guardian angel.
Please know you are not, nor never will be, forgotten. You are an example of what a person can be, and should be.
Liz Cashman
March 28, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. I could always count on Bob's cheerful disposition to brighten my work day. He will be sorely missed at WPL.
Judy Cassavant
March 28, 2013
I worked with Bob for many years, and he was always a joy, whether telling jokes or helping to get the job done with a smile. He was a truly wonderful person.
Nancy Torowski
March 27, 2013
Dear Linda and all Bob's family and friends, With heartfelt sympathy on your loss- Bob was always so full of life, and kind and helpful to everyone-he will remain in our hearts forever, and he will be forever missed here at the WPL-we loved him dearly. Sincerely, Nancy T
Paula Korstvedt
March 27, 2013
Bob was a wonderful help and support at work - I will miss his cheerful greetings. I am so sorry for your loss.
March 27, 2013
Andy,Cindy,Wally,Alice,and Annmarie,i'm so sorry for your loss,Becky Fitzpatrick Walsh
Liz Barnes
March 26, 2013
Bob was so sweet and helpful when I was new at the Library. He made us all feel at home when we were at work. A very real, down to earth person who will be very missed.
Katherine Rabeuf
March 26, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. Bob was a good man with a big heart. He was a positive influence in my life. Always reminding me to look on the bright side and making me laugh. I treasure his friendship.
Cindy & Paul Cesaitis
March 26, 2013
RIP...it was always so good to have a friend at the Worc Public Library while setting up for meetings, Bob was always so positive and helpful. So sorry for your lose and please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and his family...
March 26, 2013
So sorry for your loss Linda and family. For the 8 years that I knew Bob here at the Library..there was not a day that he was not laughing and joking the WHOLE day. He was one of the good guys.
Doren Jackson
March 26, 2013
My heart goes out for your family at this time... seeding all are love Karen and Wayne Simpson MARTIN
March 26, 2013
Bobby we will miss you very much. RIP brother.
Your sibblings, Andrew Jr., Cindy, Walter, Alice and Ann Marie.
Christina M
March 26, 2013
My heart goes out to all of Bob's family & friends. Whether he touched our lives a little or every day, he will always be remembered by everyone that knew him as a warm, caring person with a wonderful sense of humor and a great attitude.
Stacy Servideo
March 25, 2013
I am so sorry Linda. I will remember Bob as being the most friendly person to me when I first started at the WPL. You are both in my prayers.
March 25, 2013
Dear Linda, we will miss Bob very much. He was always there for people when they needed it. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.....
Cheryl Conn and Family (cookie)
Lucille and Harry Worley
March 25, 2013
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Carolle Williams
March 25, 2013
Linda,
May you take comfort that Bob is finally at peace and is no longer in any pain. May God and the angels watch over and comfort you in this time of sorrow. I knew Bob thru my father John who worked with him @ the library and he was always very pleasant to talk to and was always there to lend a hand. He will definitely be missed.
Barbara & Edward Paine
March 25, 2013
My husband and I send our condolences to Robert's wife and to all his brothers and sisters. We have not seen Robert for many years, but heard that he had been ill for some time. Robert was my nephew, the son of my beloved sister Gertrude. Rest in peace Robert. You will be in our prayers.
Aunt Barbara & Uncle Eddie
Melissa Wentworth
March 25, 2013
May Bob rest in peace and know he was loved (a true angel)! God Bless!
Love you, Melissa, Joel jr., Alyssa and Ash
Melissa Wentworth
March 25, 2013
Linda,
Our hearts are with you in this time of sorrow. May peace that comes from the memories of Bob's love comfort you now and it the days ahead. His joy was making people happy and we appreciate him and everything he did for the children. He will be missed. God Bless Ashley's Godfather now and forever.
Love, Melissa, Joel jr., Alyssa and Ashley Wentworth
Weronika
March 25, 2013
Bob was a shining example of living every day to the fullest, bringing joy and laughter to everyone he encountered. He will be missed dearly by not only his collegues at the WPL, but also by many of its patrons. May he rest in peace.
Denise Faucher
March 25, 2013
Dear Linda, There are no words to express to you how much I will miss dear Bob. His broad smile and hearty laugh will forever be remembered. Please know that your husband was loved by so many of us in the WPL family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.........
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