Robert H. Fornefeld

Sep 07, 1927 - Nov 30, 2022

Robert H. Fornefeld

September 07, 1927 - November 30, 2022

Obituary

Robert H. Fornefeld, 95 passed away on November 30, 2022, at his Scottsdale home for the past 50 years. Surrounded by his wife of 66 years, Beth, and sons, Richard, and Mark Fornefeld. He was born in Delphos, Ohio to Esther Shulien and Joseph Fornefeld.

Robert was raised in Cincinnati, and in 1957 moved west to California, then to Arizona which he considered the most beautiful state in the nation.

Robert was a man of many talents in interests. In his 20's, he obtained a private pilot's license advancing to flight instructor. Later while an active member of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, he achieved his Marine Captains license.

He was an accomplished photographer, especially of the many places at which he camped with his family from tents to boats to finally motorhomes, they traveled the U.S. coast to coast, Alaska, and Mexico.

He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, and sons, David (Judith), Richard (Terri), and Mark (Linda), seven grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, his sister Ruth Niedhamer and many nieces and nephews.

A lifelong faithful Catholic, his Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Saint Joan of Arc Church, 38th St. and Greenway at 11:00 AM Thursday, December 15th. Interment will follow at Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Cave Creek.

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Services

Funeral Mass
Thu, Dec 15, 2022 at 11:00 am
St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church

3801 E. Greenway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85032

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Cemetery Placement
Thu, Dec 15, 2022 at 12:30 pm
Holy Redeemer Cemetery & Mausoleum

23015 Cave Creek Road
Phoenix, AZ 85024

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