Robert E. "Bobby" Fairbrothers, 79, of Cranston, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 7, 2017 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Marie A. (Purro) Fairbrothers for 60 years. Born in Providence, George W. Fairbrothers, III and Carmella (Scuncio) Fairbrothers. Mr. Fairbrothers was a proud 40 year member of Laborers Local 271. Besides his wife he is survived by his son, Robert E. Fairbrothers, Jr. and his wife Ursula; and two granddaughters, Alexandra and Brooke Fairbrothers. He was the father of the late Richard A. Fairbrothers, Esq. and the brother of the late Ann S. Fairbrothers and Joyce Catoni. A memorial service will be celebrated at a later date and time to be announced. maceroni.com