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Obituary: Robert Alexander Bruce Arena


Robert Alexander Bruce Arena

6 September 1990 – 20 October 2024

Robert Arena of Curl Curl, passed away on the 20th of October 2024.

He will be greatly missed by his family and the many people lucky enough to call Robbie a friend.

Robbie was born on the 6th of September 1990 to parents Christine and Vincent. He was raised in Freshwater and Curl Curl with his elder brother Mathew. 

He attended St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School, Mater Maria Catholic College and Freshwater Senior Campus.

Robbie had endless interests and passions and was up for any new risk or adventure. He loved motorbikes, country music, the ocean, table tennis, comics and sci-fi, collecting, caring for children, his family and his many close friends. He loved spending time with his nephews Riley, Jayden and Alec. 

Robbie lived with boundless love for life and love for others, while bravely enduring lifelong health challenges. His joyous nature and dependable friendship touched so many.

He passed surrounded by his loving family and friends.

A service for Robert will be held on Wednesday the 30th of October 2024, 10:30am at St John the Baptist Church, 15 Johnson Street Freshwater. The service will be followed by a celebration of his life at Dee Why RSL Club Showroom.

The service will be livestreamed for those unable to attend https://www.annwilsonfunerals.com.au/upcoming-funerals/34y9c/

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