Robert E. Oakes Sr.

Jan 18, 1933 - Apr 12, 2010January 18, 1933 - April 12, 2010

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Robert E. Oakes Sr.

Jan 18, 1933 - Apr 12, 2010January 18, 1933 - April 12, 2010


Place of birth

East Orange

Education

Graduated from St. Cecelia's High School in Kearny, attended Rutgers University and the American Institute of Banking

Occupation

Employed by Verizon as a directory advertising representative for 35 years

Music career

Recorded two rock-n-roll hit singles in 1956, continued to be a bandleader, drummer, and singer for over 50 years

Community involvement

Coached for Nutley Recreational Soccer for seven years, member of Telephone Pioneers, Old Guard of Pt. Pleasant, Knights of Columbus Council 2346

Family

Survived by wife Anna Mae, daughter Suzanne, sons John and Robert Jr., and three grandchildren

Funeral arrangements

Visitation on April 15 at Anderson and Campbell Funeral Home, funeral mass on April 16 at St. Mary's Church, burial at Glendale Cemetery

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In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Nutley Volunteer Rescue Squad or Holiday City of Berkeley First Aid Squad

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Robert

Born on January 18, 1933

East Orange

Passed away on April 12, 2010

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