Robert "Bumpa" Daniels

SPENCER: Robert P. Daniels,Sr.,85, of Spencer, died Friday, Nov. 10th.in UMASS Memorial Medical Center, Worcester.He leaves his wife of 65 years, Alice C. (Gagne) Daniels, his sons; Robert P. Daniels, Jr. and his wife Leslie of Spencer and Michael J. Daniels and his wife Carolyn of Charlton, his daughter; Sandra Daniels-Gonet and her  long time partner, Robert C. Wilbur of Leicester, 4 grandchildren; A.J.Gonet, Marissa Daniels, Meaghan Daniels and Mikhaela Daniels, 4 great grandchildren; Lilly, Ethan, Caleb and Amelia, nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his grandson Bobby Daniels, his twin brother; Richard Daniels, John "Jack" Daniels, Alfred "Bill" Daniels and his sister; Maureen Brindisi.
Known as "Bumpa" to many, Bob was a loving and caring husband, father, brother, grandfather, friend and neighbor who always put the needs of others before his own.
He was a dedicated individual who took pride in his professionalism while working as a quality control manager for ECC Corp. for over 30 years, retiring in 2003.
He was born in Worcester, the son of Emile and Dorothy (Moran) Daniels and later graduated from the former Commerce High School in Worcester. He served his country with the Air National Guard.
Bob was a member of Mary, Queen of the Rosary Parish. An avid golfer in his younger years, he was once a member of Holden Hills Country Club. He enjoyed wintering in Florida, travel, and holidays with family and friends.
His funeral will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 15th. from the J.HENRI MORIN & SON FUNERAL HOME, 23 Maple Terr., Spencer with a Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. in Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 7 Church St., Spencer. Burial will be at a later date in St. John's Cemetery, Worcester. Calling hours are Tuesday from 4 to 7p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168.