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Robert A. DEVINE

  • March 5, 1920 - November 3, 2011
  • Marquette, Michigan
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“I was sorry to hear about Bob's death. He was very good to my father, Harold Christensen, when he was incapacitated and in need of the friendship...Read More » ”
1 of 7 | Posted by: Skip Christensen - FL

“To the Devine family: So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Our thoughts a prayers are with you and your family. ”
2 of 7 | Posted by: Patrick Sertich - Sheboygan, WI

“Devine Family: "Mr. D. from Apt. B." That is how he would identify himself when he called the Tourville Office. We so enjoyed him and looked...Read More » ”
3 of 7 | Posted by: Carol James - Marquette, MI

“Pat and Robert, I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Bob's passing. He always had such spirt and lived life to the fullest. He will be missed. ...Read More » ”
4 of 7 | Posted by: Julie Wester Pickering - Rockford, IL

“Pat, so sorry to learn of the loss of your father. Know that you and your family have our deepest sympathy and that you're in our thoughts. ”
5 of 7 | Posted by: Butch & Diane - Port Orange, FL

“Sorry to hear about you Father.He live a long life and you both have many good memorys of him. Gary ”
6 of 7 | Posted by: Gary Hoppe - Flint, Mi, MI

“Dear Pat and Family, I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. Thoughts and prayers are with you. It was nice to see you recently. Please keep...Read More » ”
7 of 7 | Posted by: Lois Berglund Kampe - Marquette, MI


Robert A. Devine, "Mr. D," 91, of Marquette, passed away Thursday morning, November 3, 2011 at Brookridge Heights Assisted Living under the care of Lake Superior Hospice. Mr. Devine was born on March 5, 1920 in Marquette, a son of the late Arthur and Rose (Nault) Devine. He attended the former Graveraet High School, later serving two years with the U.S. Army during World War II with the 78th Infantry Division, 310 Regiment. After his military service, he spent 40 years in car repair service for the Duluth South Shore & Atlantic Railroad, Soo Line, retiring in 1980. Bob was a life member of the Marquette Elks Lodge as well as a longtime member of American Legion Post #44 and the Marquette Golf Club. Survivors include two children, Patricia (Donald) Martin of Leesburg, FL and Robert S. (Bonnie) Devine of Marquette; four grandchildren, Michael Devine, Stacey Devine, Kristine Dougherty and Kim Bueso; seven great grandchildren, Megan, Conor, Ryan, Maya, Nick, Alexander and Andru; two sisters, Betty Walton of Ann Arbor and Lois Bur of Albuquerque, NM; a sister-in-law, Betty Millward of Allen Park, MI; also several nieces and nephews. Preceding Bob in death besides his parents and step-father, Julius Nault, was his beloved wife, Evelyn in 2010 and a sister, Mary Lou Louis. According to Bob's wishes a private family service will take place at Northland Chapel Gardens Mausoleum. The family wishes to thank the staff of Brookridge Heights Assisted Living and Lake Superior Hospice for the excellent care given to Bob during his illness. Those wishing to make an expression of sympathy are kindly asked to consider the Lake Superior Hospice Association, 914 Baraga Ave., Marquette, MI 49855 in Mr. Devine's memory. The Canale-Tonella Funeral Home is assisting the family where memories may be shared at www.canalefuneral.com

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