Condolence: Bob was one of the nicest guys we've ever met since our move to MA from CO in '82. He regularly beat me at tennis in the 80's and 90's and always encouraged me along the way...saying he cheated by using his asthma inhaler and that was the only reason he won. He and I both knew he was just a better tennis player. Our street used to have "block" parties in the 80's and Bob and Doris were always so very funny and nice to get to know. Once, before we had kids, my wife had to be out of town to help her father after a heart attack. Bob and Doris took me in for Thanksgiving so I would not be alone...I was impressed by their wonderful family, sons Bobby and Jimmy were very kind to share their parents with me. Bob's wife Doris made a great meal and welcomed me with open arms. The whole Simonelli family are just the most wonderful people you could ever know. Our hearts are sad for Bob's passing and our prayers are with the family. We are so grateful to have known Bob and so appreciated his ability to make us all better people! Sincerely, George and Gail Elmore

Condolence: Doris and family, We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. We have many great memories from the Barbara Jean days and will always remember Bob's keen wit and great personally. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Condolence: Doris. My deepest sympathy to you and your family on your loss. Bob's warm, caring and friendly personality had a way of making people feel very special whenever meeting him. He had a beautiful smile that I will always remember. My prayers are with you at this difficult time. Joan

Condolence: Condolences to the family. It was always such a pleasure to talk with Bob and have him share is stories and knowledge of music. Great guy!

Condolence: Aunt Doris, Bobby, Jimmy & Families...Just want to say how much we loved Uncle Bob. He always made us laugh. Too bad we lived so far away but very happy he was in our lives. We all have lost a gem. We are sure he will be playing in the Angels Band in heaven. We never knew about the Bronze Star (wow). He was the best.....Love Ann

Condolence: I don’t remember how Bob and I first connected, but he needed a machine builder/ assembler for a EDT project he, and Bob Jr., were doing and I fit the bill with my machine shop and assembly area. He was the brains, I was the brawn. You could not ask for a nicer, more pleasant, always “smilin” person to work with. He enjoyed his work, his life, his music and being around people. He was one of a handful of people I’ve known who’s warm radiance I will always remember. Denny LaForce Accutool Machine Repair

Condolence: my condolences to the SIMONELLI AND GRAY families,i grew up in the Rice Square neighborhood and always felt blessed and lucky to have known you all even though you moved when i was young i never forgot the memories GOD bless you all Stephen Bousquet