Robert J Phaneuf Jr.

Robert J. Phaneuf Jr, 63 of Auburn, a beloved brother and special friend to many died on Saturday May 16, 2020 at UMass Memorial Hospital of Worcester.  Born in Worcester to Robert J. and Alice E (Sullivan) Phaneuf.  A graduate of North High School, Robert was employed by Building 19 for many years and attended the Seven Hills Aspire of Worcester where he will be missed by everyone who knew him. 

Robert was a kind and loving man who developed beautiful relationships with many people and loved many activities throughout his life. Robert will be remembered for his love for the annual Holy Cross Dance in October, daily teatime with his brother William, and the lunches that he shared with his brothers David and William every Saturday for years, and of course his beloved cat Fluffy. Robert was a man of great faith and worshipped regularly at Sacred Heart – St. Catherine of Sweden Church in Worcester.

Robert leaves behind his girlfriend and the love of his life Katherine Krause, his two brothers, William R. Phaneuf, David W. Phaneuf and his wife Debra J. O’Brien, and three sisters, Sharon M. Phaneuf, Linda J. Phaneuf and Denise A. Adams and her husband Franklin. Robert also has many nieces, nephews and friends he considered family. Robert was pre-deceased by his nephew James R. O’Brien in 2014.

Due to the COVID 19 Pandemic, Roberts funeral service will be private.  His burial will take place at the Worcester County Memorial Park in Paxton.  The MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME AND CHAPEL 370 Plantation St. Worcester, Ma is privileged to serve Denise Adams and the Phaneuf family.  Please visit Roberts website page at www.mercadantefuneral.com to leave a note of condolence for the family or to share a special memory of Robert.