Born on October 10, 1948, in White Plains, NY, he was Margaret and Henry Ferri's eldest son. Robert grew up with his three brothers and a sister in Silver Lake, NY. On September 11, 1983, he married Mary O'Connor of Norwalk, CT; together, they raised four beautiful children; April, Amanda, Christopher, and Robert.
Robert was drafted into the United States Army, where he served in the Vietnam War and was a recipient of a Bronze Star Medal.
A lifelong musician, Robert is remembered fondly as a founding member and lead singer of the musical group The Enchanters. With his immense love for music, Robert and his family spent his final moments listening to some of his favorite artists. His love of music could only be outdone by the love he had for his family.
A man of deep and profound faith, he attended Mass daily, prayed often, and loved generously. He will be remembered as a wonderful husband, a loving father, caring grandfather, loyal brother, and a mentor to many.
Robert is survived by his wife, Mary; his children; April, Amanda (Kim), Christopher, and Robert (Christi); his grandchildren: Faith, Grace, and O'Connor Furey. In addition, he is survived by his brothers: Bernard (KC), Ronald (Barbara), Richard (Jim), and his only sister, Lisa.
Robert is predeceased by his parents, Margaret and Henry Ferri, his aunt, Marie "Mamie" Boerio, and his grandmother, Anna "Baba" Boerio.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary Church in Bethel at the convenience of the family.
Friends are invited to a Graveside Service at 10:50am on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021 at St. Mary Cemetery, Bethel, CT.
Contributions in Robert's memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105
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