Robert is survived by 2 sisters, Ruth (Joseph) Defazio of Syracuse and Elsie Annunziata of Lancaster, his children Diana (Douglas) German of Batavia, Scott Wiedrich of Jamestown, Lori Ingels of Chandler, AZ, sister in-law Lucille Votry, grandchildren Christopher Dawson of Chandler, AZ and Timothy German of Buffalo, sister-in-law Nancy Wiedrich along with several nieces and nephews.
Robert was employed by Carborundum and AMAX Specialty Metals in Akron and Graham Manufacturing in Batavia until his retirement. He also served in the US Army National Guard during the Korean conflict and was an organ and tissue donor. Bob enjoyed playing golf, boating and sailing, spending time with his wife Mary at the casino and very difficult puzzles and games. His gentle smile and genuine personality will be missed by everyone.
Friends are invited to call on Wednesday June 22, 2016 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main St. Batavia, NY 14020. Funeral Services will immediately follow calling hours 1:00 PM at the Funeral Home and they will be officiated by Pastor Pamela S. Klotzbach of the First United Methodist Church. He will be laid to rest in Grandview Cemetery, Batavia.
The family would like to express sincere gratitude to Dr. Rudy Mueller, WCA Hospital and Hospice of Chautauqua County.
Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.
