Robert 'Bob' Fammartino, 46, of Hartford, peacefully passed away on Saturday, (July 25, 2009) surrounded by his caring and loving family after a long and courageous battle with brain cancer. Born in Hartford on December 25, 1962, a son of Theresa M. (Femia) Fammartino of Hartford and the late Frank Fammartino, he had been a life-long resident of the Hartford area. Bob was a graduate of Bulkeley High School, Hartford - Class of 1981. A lover of automobiles, Bob was employed by area automobile dealers as a parts specialist. Bob enjoyed restoring cars and was a member of the Buick Grand Sport Club of America. He was also a loyal fan of the New England Patriots football team and of science fiction. However, Bobby will be remembered most by those who knew him as one of the nicest, kindest, and sweetest individuals around who never said anything negative about anyone. Besides his devoted mother, Theresa, who was faithfully by his side through his entire illness, Bob is survived by his two adored sons, Nicholas Fammartino and Mathew Fammartino both of Newington whom meant the world to him; two devoted brothers, Dominick Fammartino and his wife, Joanne, of Wethersfield, Joseph Fammartino of Rocky Hill; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins world-wide; and many dear life-long friends. Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 29 at 9 a.m. from the D'Esopo Funeral Chapel, 277 Folly Brook Blvd, Wethersfield with a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at 10 AM at St. Luke's Church, 66 Bolton Street, Hartford. Entombment will follow at the Cedar Hill Cemetery Mausoleum, Hartford. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home chapel on Tuesday, July 28 from 4:30-7:30 p.m.. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Robert's memory may be made to the American Brain Tumor Association, 2720 River Road, Des Plains, IL 60018 or to a favorite charity of the donor's choice. Robert's family would like to extend their sincere appreciation and gratitude to Robert's health care providers; Dr. Arnold Rossi, Dr. Alexandra Flowers, and the entire staff at Hartford Hospital North 9, along with the nursing staff at the Wethersfield Health Care Facility for their professionalism, care, compassion, and love given to Robert and his family during his courageous battle. For any on-line expressions of sympathy to the family please visit www.desopo.com.
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