Robert John Fraher

Robert John Fraher “Bob” of Payson, Arizona passed away peacefully and was received in God’s grace on September 9, 2013. Bob was born in Hinsdale, Illinois on September 11, 1926. He joined the navy at age 17 and served his country for 2 years. Most of his time was spent on the USS Epping Forest where he worked as a radio man. In 1955 he met the love of his life, Barbara and was married for 54 years. He and Barbara later moved to Phoenix Arizona where they raised their three children. They felt their life was incomplete so in 1973 they adopted two more beautiful children. In 2000 Bob and Barbara moved to Payson, Arizona. They spent the autumn of their lives enjoying the beautiful high country pines and their family and friends.

Bob will always be remembered for his witty sense of humor as he always loved to crack a joke. He loved to perform and would be more than happy to sing you a song by Al Jolson. Many family and friends will tell you that he made the worlds best ice cream float! But more than anything, Bob was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather, and he had a heart of gold.

Bob was preceded in death by his wife Barbara, His sister Jean Nordberg and his grandson Gilbert Cordova. He is survived by his children Kathy, Craig (Carollea), Colleen (Dave), Shane and Alisha. He has 9 grandchildren and 9 great- grandchildren.

Bob will be missed by all his family and friends but we have comfort in knowing that he is now together forever with Barbara in the arms of his heavenly father.