Bob is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Ann Revera; his daughter Christine Zukowski (John); his sons Robert Revera (Justine) and Daniel Revera (Laura); his sister Joan Sullivan; his grandchildren Jack Zukowski, Ryan Zukowski, Samantha Willig (Justin), Maggie Revera, Daniel Revera, and Juliana Revera; and his great-grandchildren Justin and Benjamin Willig. He will also be deeply missed by his nieces, nephews, in-laws, and many cherished friends. Bob was preceded in death by his grandson, Robert (“Robby”) Revera.
Born and raised in the Parkchester section of the Bronx, Robert met the love of his life, Ann, during their youth, and the two were married in May of 1962. Together, they built a beautiful life, welcoming three children and eventually expanding their family with grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
“Bobby Revera” was a natural athlete, excelling in baseball from a young age. He earned the title of All-City multiple times in high school, and his talent took him to train with the Pittsburgh Pirates, where he stayed just long enough for what he liked to call "a cup of coffee." Though baseball was his first passion, Bob found joy in a wide array of hobbies throughout his life, including cigars, fishing, and golf, among others. Whatever he pursued, he did so with full commitment—researching, investing in the best gear, and immersing himself fully. Of all his passions, golf endured, and he and Ann were longtime members of the St. George’s Golf Club in Setauket, where he spent many happy hours on the greens, and made wonderful friends.
Above all, Bob was a devoted family man. At family gatherings he would often smile across the table at Ann and say: can you believe we started all of this and made these exceptional people? Of all the things he did in his life, Bob was the most proud of the family he and “Midge” created. His legacy of love, dedication, and quick wit will live on in those who were fortunate enough to know him.
Visitation services will be held at O.B. Davis Funeral Homes, 1001 Route 25A, Miller Place, NY 11764, on Sunday, October 6, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and again from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday, October 7, 2024, at 11:30 AM at St. Louis de Montfort R.C. Church, 75 New York Ave, Sound Beach, NY 11789. A private cremation will follow.
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