Robert O Rourke , August 03, 1963 — July 12, 2018

OBITUARY Robert O’Rourke August 3, 1963 – July 12, 2018 Rob O’Rourke, 54, was born on August 3, 1963 in Santa Rosa, California. He died peacefully on July 12, 2018 after a 5-year battle with prostate cancer. He is survived by his parents Ron and Kathi of Fresno, California, wife of 31 years, Monica (Nickels), daughters Katie O’Rourke of Chicago, Illinois, Megan O’Rourke of Costa Mesa, California, sons Ryan O’Rourke of San Jose, California, Kevin O’Rourke of Chicago, Illinois, brothers Rick (Melané Ali and daughter Leila) Mike (Maria, and children John-Andrew, Daniel (Lydia), Gabrielle, Madeleine, Collin, Liam, Olivia, Genevieve, Mercedes, Vivian)) John (Michelle, sons Patrick, Timothy, and Andrew) and a loving extended family of aunts, uncles, in-laws, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Rob was a graduate of San Joaquin Memorial High School and California State University, Fresno where he was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Business and a master’s degree in business. He spent his professional career passionately involved in the produce industry, most prominently as co-founder of RJO Produce Distributing.

He was a proud supporter of Catholic Charities of Fresno and Boy Scouts of America. He was a long-term member and past president of San Joaquin Country Club. Rob was a fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus.

Rob enjoyed golf, skiing, and entertaining family and friends where he was often found behind the barbecue while simultaneously ensuring everyone was entertained, comfortable, and well-fed. His faith, family, and friends were always his first priority and contributed to his incredible drive, conviction, and positive outlook on life. The family would like to extend special thanks to Dr. Richard Lam, Dr. Christopher Julian, Dr. Li Liu, Dr. Tom Hackett, and St. Agnes Hospice.

Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be held at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, Thursday, July 19, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, on Friday, July 20, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. Remembrances may be made in Rob’s honor to: Catholic Charities of Fresno www. ccdof.org Zero Prostate Cancer www. zerocancer.org Ag One Foundation www.

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