WORCESTER – Robert R. Buffone, 78, of Auburn, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, August 2, 2009.
Bob leaves behind his beloved partner and best friend, Carol Kublbeck of Worcester; his three children, Debra Grimley of Worcester, Linda Haynes of Milbury, and Robert Buffone Jr. of Anchorage, Alaska; six grandchildren, Vanessa Grimley, Cindy Buffone, Robert Buffone III, Philip Grimley, Rebecca Haynes, and Kevin Haynes; one brother, George Buffone; and two sisters, Sophie Carron, and Rita Czechowski, all of Worcester; also more than thirty nieces and nephews. Bob will be sadly missed by the Kublbeck family, especially Barbara, who loved him like a son.
He was pre-deceased by six brothers and three sisters, Frank, Henry, Joseph, Al, and Louis, Louise Bellizzi, Christine Swenson, and Irene Borowy. He was very saddened by the recent death of his brother Dominic in June.
Bob was born in Worcester, a son of the late Vincenza “James” and Scavonia “Maria” (Coshignano) Buffone. He was the youngest of their thirteen children.
Bob worked for many years at the railroad yard on Franklin Street. He celebrated his retirement by buying his first and only brand new car- a beautiful Mercury Grand Marquis- loaded. He was proud to serve his country in the U.S. Army where he was stationed in Germany and was also proud to be a member of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Local 170.
He enjoyed traveling on cruise ships and looked forward to spending time on Martha’s Vineyard every autumn. Bob’s daughters and Carol would like to thank Mike, Maura, Wanda, Betty, and Kathy for his home health care and the staff at the Holy Trinity Nursing Home for their excellent medical care. We are especially grateful for the kindness and compassion we received during his final hours.
A private funeral service was held at FAZIO FUNERAL HOME on Thursday August 6th with a prayer service at 11am. Burial took place at Worcester County Memorial Park with military honors. For condolences to the family, please visit our website at faziofuneralhome.com.
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