Robert "Bob" Joseph DeManche III, of Weatherford, OK, was killed Friday, June 8, 2018 in a tragic house fire, at the age of 47 years, 9 months, and 8 days.

Bob is survived by his son, Brandon and his wife, Bryce, daughter, Krystal DeManche of Weatherford, OK and son, Michael Pacella IV of New Jersey; his father, Robert J DeManche and stepmother, Linda DeManche of Higganum,  CT; his mother, Linda Harsch and stepfather, Robert Harsch of Southington, CT; his maternal grandparents, Edward & Anne Sarra of Southington, CT; three siblings, Dama DeManche, Ashley Cusson and Ryan Harsch all of CT; his granddaughters, Quinn & Ryann DeManche of Weatherford; many aunts, uncles & cousins and his mother in-law Sandra (Ziemba) ValBracht of Mustang, OK; Sandy was a constant in Bob's life and was always there for him & his family in time of need, he was blessed to have her in his life.  He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Melanie Joy DeManche and father-in-law, Frederick Ziemba.

Bob was born in Connecticut where he met and married his wife Melanie in 1994.  In 1998, Bob and his family relocated to Weatherford, OK.  He lost his wife Melanie to a heartbreaking car accident in 2007 and, with the help of family and friends, carried on to raise his two children.  Bob was a hard worker and was employed by Pest-X for 14 years as a Service Technician.  Bill Choate, owner of Pest-X, became a valued friend to Bob.

He was a quiet man and his needs were simple; as long as he had a bottomless cup of coffee, he was good for the day.  He had a passion for cars and a love for his pets.

Flowers and donations can be sent to Lockstone Funeral Home, 210 N. Custer, Weatherford, OK 73096.