“Bob”, as he was known to family and friends, was born in New York on April 23, 1948 to Robert Cafiero Sr. and Margaret (nee) Als. While pre-deceased by both his parents, Bob is survived by his long-time partner of 45 years, and the love of his life, Cheryl Manasier. He is also survived by his sister Maureen (Robert) Tereshko and his brother Wayne (Madeline) Cafiero, Cheryl’s son, Christopher (Anne-Marie) Manasier and daughters Sarah and Sophie. Bob has several nieces and nephews, cousins, friends, coworkers and extended family for whom he thought fondly of.
Bob spent most of his years working in high-rise construction in NYC and was a member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America Local 157. After retiring, Bob and Cheryl relocated from NY to Cary, NC in 2015, but after realizing he was not one to sit around, Bob became a school bus driver for the Wake County Public School System.
Bob had a passion for his New York Yankees, and trips to visit Atlantic City slot machines. Bob was a foodie before the term became popular and loved a good meal out with his favorite girl. He was an avid collector of stamps, coins, and sports memorabilia.
Bob was a parishioner at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church, a lifelong member of the Haverstraw Elks Lodge and a proud member of the NRA.
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