Services: Services will take place Tuesday at 12:00 Noon, in Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue. Burial: Burial will follow in St. John Cemetery. Wake: Friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, Monday from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Memorial contributions are requested to American Cancer Society, Southern New England Region, 38 Richard Avenue, Norwalk, Connecticut 06854-2318.

Robert P. Emro


December 5, 1933 - May 11, 2011

Robert P. Emro, 77, of Ridgefield and Eagle Lake, Florida, husband of Sarah H. Emro, died Wednesday, May 11th, in Danbury Hospital.

Born in Norwalk, December 5, 1933, son of the late Burton E. and Jane Fitzgerald Emro, he was peace-time veteran of the U. S. Army. Mr. Emro was employed by the Southern New Engalnd Telephone Co. for over thirty-five years; retiring in 1986. He was a member of the Telephone Pioneers and a member of the South Norwalk Boat Club since 1958.

Survivors in addition to his wife include two sons; William J. Emro and his wife Donna, of Winter Haven, Florida, Thomas E. Emro and his wife Tracy, of Brookfield, a daughter; Christine Emro, also of Eagle Lake, a brother; Burton T. Emro, of Wilton, one sister; Jane M. Emro, of Norwalk, five grandchildren; Wayne and Willie, T. J. and Brian, and Peter Mallucci .

Mr. Emro is predeceased by an infant son; Kenneth and another brother; John.

Services will take place Tuesday at 12:00 Noon, in Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue. Burial will follow in St. John Cemetery.

Friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, Monday from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M.
Memorial contributions are requested to American Cancer Society, Southern New England Region, 38 Richard Avenue, Norwalk, Connecticut 06854-2318.

  1. Tom, Tracy, TJ and Brian, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Love and hugs to you all.

    September 28, 2011
    The Snodgrass' -

  • To Bill Emro and Family, My heart goes out to you, your brother and sister. It is terrible to loose someone as important as your Dad so suddenly. I am so sorry for your loss. Steve

    September 28, 2011
    Steve Fesh -

  • I saw the obituary for Mr. Emro in the paper, and just wanted to send my condolences to the whole family. I was his home health nurse in Eagle Lake while he was getting chemo. I will remember you all in my thoughts and prayers Sincerely, Marsha Reed

    September 28, 2011
    Marsha Reed RN,OCN, Heartfelt Home Care, Lakeland -

  • Aunt Sally, Billy, Tommy & Chris — So sorry to hear about Uncle Bobby’s death. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you long remember the good times you had together. Much love, your California cousin, Nancy

    September 28, 2011
    Nancy Emro -

  • On behaf of the remaining Cole family, I want to let you know that I am so sorry that Bobby has passed away. The last time I saw Sally was at my Mom’s funeral, and she was so kind to us all. I really love the picture you posted – it’s how I always have pictured Bob, so calm & happy! My thoughts and prayers are with you all. With love, Robin

    September 28, 2011
    Robin Cole Booth & Family -

  • To Aunt Sally, Billy, Tommy and Christine, Sorry We could not be there in your time of need, but in these day and nights of your deepest sorrow, know that you are not alone. For we too feel your loss and our hearts are empty. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. With Love, Warren and Nancy Barton and Family

    September 28, 2011
    Nancy &Warren Barton -

  • Sally – Sorry for your loss.
    Cousin Melissa Carothers-Iandoli

    January 23, 2012
    Melissa Carothers-Iandoli -

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