Robert L. Remy, 87, of Warren, died Friday, Oct. 5, 2018 at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the husband of Janet (Vitullo) Remy; they were married for over 66 years.

He was born in Fall River, a son of the late Noe H. and Leah (Davol) Remy.

Robert was the owner of Remy Plumbing and Heating and also the owner of Lucky Bait and Tackle, both in Warren. A Warren resident all of his life, he was a parishioner of St. Mary of the Bay Church.

Mr. Remy was a member of the National Guard for over 18 years, and also a member of the Seabees. He was a member of the Hook and Ladder Company of the Warren Fire Department, the Striper Marina Fishing Club in Barrington and was the founder of “Take a Kid Fishing.”

Robert was on the Board of Directors for the Warren Housing Authority, and also on the Board of Directors for the Warren German American Club. He was also on the Warren Democratic Committee.

Besides his wife, Robert is survived by his children, Brian Remy of Warren, Cheryl Robinson of Bristol and Karen Barros of Bristol. He was the brother of Virginia Furtado of Warren, and the late Ronald P. Remy. Mr. Remy was the grandfather of Robert L. Remy II, Adam Aparicio, Erin Aparicio and Leah Robinson, and he is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

His funeral will held at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9 from Smith Funeral and Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Road, Warren, with a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. in St. Alexander Church, 221 Main St., Warren. Burial will follow in St. Jean Baptiste Cemetery, Vernon Street, Warren.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Calling hours are Monday, Oct. 8, 2018 from 4 to 7 pm.

Gifts in his memory may be sent to the Warren Fire Department, Relief Fund, c/o Fire Chief, 1 Joyce St., Warren, RI 02885.

See www.wjsmithfh.com.