He worked in the heating industry until his retirement to Florida in 1999. He attended school in Metuchen, NJ and served as a medic in the army. Robert was also an exempt fireman in the town of Dunellen, NJ.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Emma; brothers, Arthur and George; and sister, Joan.
He is survived by his wife of 69 years, “Betty”; daughter, Joanne Benanti; son, Robert Jr.(Terilynn); grandchildren, Jill Vitale, Joseph Benanti, Ryan Knezek, Ross Knezek, Rebecca Knezek, and Maria Knezek; great grandchild, Isabella Vitale; brother, Frank; sister, Virginia, both of New Jersey; and many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the hospice or charity of your choice.
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