Robert James Fenderson

Robert James Fenderson, age 83, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2014 at Solterra Assisted Living Center in Lakeside, Arizona. He was born January 4, 1931 in Bisbee, Arizona to William C. and Genevieve Fenderson. Robert was a member of the Elk's Lodge in Show Low, Arizona; helping the "Clothe a Child" program and was also affectionately known as "Bingo Bob" for his work with the bingo nights. He was also a member of the American Legion in Show Low. Robert served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He loved to hunt and fish. He belonged to St. Francis Catholic Church. Robert owned and retired from Bobs Welding and Radiator in Sierra Vista, Arizona. He was married to Gloria Ann Echave Fenderson for 57 years; she preceded him in death in December 2013. He is survived by 2 children: Frances (Benny) Reeves and Willie (Janet) Fenderson. A brother: Jim Fenderson and a sister Joanne; and his grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife Gloria, a son Robert W. Fenderson and a daughter Donna Chandler. A niche side memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2014 at 1:00 pm at St. Mary's Catholic Church Angel's Rest Columbarium, 1915 So. Penrod Road in Pinetop, Arizona. The family requests that in lieu of flowers that donations be made in Bob's honor to St. Frances Church, 9 West Elm Street in Whiteriver, Arizona 85941. Services were handled thru Owens Livingston Mortuary-White Mountain Chapel of Show Low, Arizona.