NEW BEDFORD — Robert B. DeMoranville, 55, died Tuesday, February 2, 2010, at Sacred Heart Home after a period of declining health.
Born in New Bedford, the son of Milton A. DeMoranville and the late Marjorie (Todd) DeMoranville, he resided with his family in New Bedford and North Dartmouth for most of his life. He attended New Bedford schools and the Lifestream Program. He was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church and enjoyed participating in many church activities with his family.
Bobby loved music, dancing, painting and being with people and brought joy to everyone he encountered.
Survivors include his father; a sister, Phyllis Drew and her husband, Stephen of Mattapoisett; a brother, David DeMoranville and his wife, Joan of San Diego; nephews, Ryan Drew of Los Angeles, David DeMoranville, Justin DeMoranville and Joshua Drew, all of San Diego; nieces, Shannon Drew of Watertown, Amy DeMoranville and Erin DeMoranville of Denver. He also leaves his aunt, Norma Langlois and her husband, Normand; and a cousin, Susan Langlois, all of New Bedford.
His funeral service will be on Saturday at 9:30 A.M., at the Wilson Funeral Home, 479 County St., New Bedford. Calling hours are Friday 4:00 to 7:00 P.M.