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Robert Edward Johannis
10/28/1932 - 12/16/2015
Obituary For Robert Edward Johannis
Robert E. Johannis, 83 of Barrington, died Wednesday Dec 16, 2015 at the Home and Hospice Care of Rhode Island.
Beloved husband of Celeste (Moura) Johannis , they were married for over 58 years. He was born in Providence a son of the late William F. and Hedwig (Klein) Johannis Sr. Robert was the owner / operator of Johannis Greenhouses of Barrington for over 61 years. He also was a shell fisherman for 40 years.
A Barrington resident for since 1941, coming from Warwick, and Rehoboth, he was a parishioner of St. Lukes Church.
Mr. Johannis was a member of the West Barrington Men's Club and a member of the Warren German American Club in Warren.
Besides his wife he is survived by his children Robert H. Johannis and his wife Laurie of Riverside, Stephen E. Johannis of East Providence, James J. Johannis and his wife Joanne of West Greenwich, Thomas F. Johannis and his companion Vikki Kenna of Warren, Donna Adams and her husband Joseph of Barrington, Heidi Pacheco and her husband Joseph of Bristol, Mary Bucci and her husband Bruce of Newport, Rebecca Finkelstein and her husband Lewis of Worcester. He was the brother of Barbara Wroten of Jacksonville, Florida. Mr. Johannis was the grandfather of 10, and also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late William F. Johannis, Jr. Funeral services are private. A public celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
Calling hours and flowers are respectfully omitted.
Gifts in his memory can be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society 2348 Post Road Suite 202, Warwick, RI 02886 Arrangements by the Smith Funeral and Memorial Services www.wjsmithfh.com
Condolences
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04/27/2021
Heidi Pacheco
Please accept my sincere condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort give you the comfort you need to endure this difficult time and the days ahead (2 Corinthians 1:3,4)
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04/27/2021
Heidi Pacheco
Celeste and family. In this moment, "let the love of all the people who care about you and your family flow through and help you to breathe". Sending my prayers of love and support. I will miss Bobby's gracious and knowledgeable guidance as I tried to pick out just the right flowers for the gardens and baskets.
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04/27/2021
Heidi Pacheco
Mrs. Johannis please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of your wonderful husband. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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04/27/2021
Heidi Pacheco
It was a privilege to call Bob my friend and he will be deeply missed. My love to Celeste and the family- you know where to reach me if there is anything I can do.
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04/27/2021
Heidi Pacheco
Bob will truly be missed. He brought much joy to many in Barrington through his flowers and willingness to teach us the pleasures of gardening.
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04/27/2021
Heidi Pacheco
Bob was one of our most vital partners and most generous donors. He created one of the largest and biologically diverse protected areas in Barrington. He reported on wildlife sightings and backed our efforts to protect and maintain the refuge. We are fortunate to have had his support and delighted to preserve his love of nature.
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04/27/2021
Heidi Pacheco
Dear Celeste and Family: Please accept our sincerest condolences. Bob was a very special friend. We will certain miss him. May he rest in Peace. Sincerely, John, Maryann and David Amato Amato's Greenhouses
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04/27/2021
Heidi Pacheco
Bob will truly be missed. I always enjoyed our conversations about plants, the weather and at times politics.My sympathy to Celeste and the family.
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04/27/2021
Heidi Pacheco
Please accept our deepest sympathy. Robert and Mary-Ellen
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04/27/2021
Heidi Pacheco
To Heidi, Celeste and all the Johannis clan, you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. I hope you can find comfort in this Christmas season. God bless you all.
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04/27/2021
Heidi Pacheco
Condolences to the Johannis family. So sorry to hear about Bobs passing. Very nice man and a nice family. Bob Cotta
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04/27/2021
Heidi Pacheco
Celeste&family Its sad to lose the one you love. Its also sad for us to lose a friend. They tell us upon our passing that we will rest in eternal peace. We vision Bob at peace after sowing the seeds that allow his soul to dwell within an endless sea of beautiful flowers. Ed&Peggy
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04/27/2021
Heidi Pacheco
Dear Dad, You may have physically left us, but you live on through all of our thoughts and memories and boy do we have a lifetime of memories. I love you and think about you everyday and miss you oh so much. Heidi
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