Obituary Robert F. Cuffe, 87, of East Peoria, passed away at 8:31 am Thursday, April 13, 2017 at his home. He was born March 4, 1930 in Lynn, MA to the late William and Yvonne Dennis Cuffe. He married Helen Wilson on October 28, 1956 in Hernando, MS; she survives. Also surviving are their five children, Michael Cuffe, Deborah Dapper, Stephen Cuffe, David Cuffe and Katherine Cuffe; and a granddaughter, Stephanie Cuffe. He was preceded in death by his siblings and a grandson. Bob was a proud U.S. Navy retiree, serving for 23 years before his discharge as Petty Officer First Class. Cremation rites have been accorded by Deiters Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington. Bob's memorial website is available at www.deitersfuneralhome.com, where condolences may also be sent to the family.