ude's Children's Hospital. He was the best dad ever, and a wonderful husband, too. His children were truly blessed to have parents they could count on for anything. He will be sorely missed, but his stellar example of a life well lived will be an inspiration to many for years to come. Beloved husband of Shirley; devoted Father of Robert J., Esq., Karen R. Covaleski (Michael), Denise I. Fertig (Robert), James J. (Beth), and Mark C. (Jackie); loving grandfather of fifteen, and great grandfather of four; dear brother of John (Claire), Anthony (Mickie), and the late Fred (Rita) and Marylou; predeceased by his parents Angela and Jack.