Robert J. Stine, MD

Paxton / Ft. Myers, FL - Robert John Stine, MD of Paxton and Fort Myers, FL passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday morning, February 22, 2015 at the age of 72.

Born on March 28, 1942 in Schenectady, NY, he was the son of Medford and Gladys Stine. He was raised in Schenectady, NY and Lawrenceville, NJ. He graduated from Trenton Central High School, NJ, Williams College and Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. In 1985, Robert returned to Massachusetts with his family where over the next twenty years he held various positions at the University of Massachusetts Memorial Health Care system. He retired in 2005 as Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine.

He leaves behind his beloved wife of 50 years, Nancy Emma (Tessein) Stine; his daughter, Nancy Lynn Harvey and her husband, Michael Harvey and their sons, Ryan William Harvey and Matthew John Harvey of Fort Myers, FL; his son, Robert Murray Stine of North Plainfield, NJ and his daughter, Melissa Marie Edwards and her husband, Benjamin Edwards and their daughters, Sadie Alexandria Edwards and Juliette Emma Louise Edwards of Fairfield, CT; his brother, Dr. Donald M. Stine and his sister, Doris Winkler and her husband, Duly Winkler, all of Arizona; nieces and nephews; and an extended network of family and friends.

Family and friends are invited to a celebration of Robert's life on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Congregational Church of Paxton, 1 Church Street, followed by burial at Mooreland Cemetery, Paxton. A reception will follow at the family home. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation towards pancreatic cancer research at Johns Hopkins University (On the memo line of the check, "In memory of Dr. Robert J. Stine) and make check out to "Johns Hopkins University." Mail to Ralph H. Hruban, M.D., Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, 401 North Broadway, Weinberg 2242, Baltimore, MD 21231-2410.

Arrangements are under the care of the Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street, Holden. To share a memory or leave an online condolence for the family, please visit

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Feb. 23 to Feb. 25, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Stine

8 Entries

Marc Restuccia

February 27, 2015

One of the very best Emergency Physicians I've ever met, and just as good a human being. My family's thoughts and prayers are with Nan and the entire Stine family

Barbara Renzi

February 26, 2015

Bob was an outstanding role model both as a physician and a person. Together you and Bob were outstanding as an example of what marriage and family should be, Nan. I will never forget the kindness both you and Bob always showed me. God bless you and your wonderful family.

Tom Germano

February 26, 2015

Dr. Bob was a true professional in every sense. He was a mentor to generations of us that did our Emergency Medicine training in Worcester. On behalf of all my fellow residents and the thousands of patients entrusted to our care, we thank-you Bob and wish Nan and family peace and love at this difficult time.

Jon Jancaterino

February 25, 2015

Dear Nan,
My heart goes out to you and your family for this tremendous loss. Bob was one of the warmest and kindest person to have crossed my life path. His wisdom and knowledge changed the life for the better of many ED residents, patients, and friends. The customary dinner, cocktails, and stories with me on your visits to Hawaii were always such a treat and custom. His love of Hula pie was legendary. Please know that he will always be remembered by me as a great friend and mentor. Warmest Aloha, Jon Jancaterino

Denise Page

February 25, 2015

I will truly miss Dr Bob Stine. We have become good friends over the years and kept in touch regularly. We talked of family, friends and vacations. Bob always gave me good advise, especially on my trip to Hawaii. I will miss our phone tags, little visits in Fort Myer. Nancy, you were the light that lit up his life. You two were an amazing couple. God Bless you.

Gary Noroian

February 25, 2015

I worked with Dr. Stine during my internal medicine training at UMASS. He was always a pleasure to work with and had a good sense of humor.

Doris Winkler

February 25, 2015

When I tearfully told a good friend of mine that my brother Rob had just died, she said to me, "You know, some people go a whole lifetime and never experience the kind of loving relationship you had with your brother." She was right. I am so thankful for that! I will miss you so much Rob and feel your days here were cut short. Love forever. Enjoy being with Ma and daddy.

February 24, 2015

While visiting my college roommate, Nancy I always enjoyed discussing Financial Planning with Rob. That was an easy way to get a conversation going! Most things we agreed on, and I had Lots of new questions for my own financial advisor! Rob will be missed. Linda Carroll Brawn

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