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Merrill Roblee Obituary

NORTH CREEK Merrill S. "Peg" Roblee, 92, of Main Street, passed away into the arms of the Lord on Sunday, July 20, 2008, at the Albany Memorial Hospital. Born April 21, 1916, in North Creek, he was the son of Merton and Avis (Phelps) Roblee. Peg was a lifelong resident of the area and graduated from the North Creek High School in 1934. He married Rea Allie on June 25, 1942, and the couple has enjoyed 66 wonderful years together. For many years, Peg was the office manager at the former A&B Oil Co. in North Creek, before retiring. He served 21 years as a Johnsburg Town Councilman and also served on the local draft board. He was a past member of the Barton Volunteer Fire Co. and Fire Police. His favorite pastimes included spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, long walks around the hamlet, vacationing in Maine and chatting with his friends. He was predeceased by his daughter, Nancy Brown and son, Richard Roblee. His brothers, Leslie, Lyle and Hilton "Joe" Roblee have also died before him. Survivors include his beloved wife, Rea Roblee; his two daughters, Judy Reid of East Greenbush, and Kathy Hall and husband, Dan, of Queensbury; granddaughters: Beth DuPont, Darlene Vaughan and husband, Bruce, Carolyn Aulicino and husband, Joe, and Abby Mowka and husband, John; grandsons: Derek Brown, Jesse Reid and his wife, Alissa, Chad Hall and Danny Hall; great-grandchildren: Jamie DuPont, Morgan Dupont, Brent Vaughan, Hailey Aulicino, Deacon and Jacob Mowka, and Caitlin Hall; his brother, Donald Roblee of Warrensburg; sister-in-law, Lucille Roblee of Schroon Lake; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may call on Peg's family from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday evening. at the Alexander Funeral Home, Inc., 4479 State Route 28, North River. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday, July 25, at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Olmstedville, with the Rev. Richard Sturtz, pastor, officiating. Interment will follow at the Union Cemetery, North Creek. Memorial contributions may be made to the Johnsburg EMS, P.O. Box 413, North Creek, NY 12853 or to the North Creek Volunteer Fire Co., P.O. Box 112, North Creek, NY 12853. Please visit www.alexander funeralhomes.com for online guest book, condolences and directions.

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Published by Post-Star on Jul. 22, 2008.

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John Tom Fitzgerald

July 30, 2008

I'm truely sorry to hear of Peg's passing. He was a very special Uncle, had a great sense of humor, and played a very big role in my childhood. All my best wishes to Rhea and the rest of the family.

colleen fleming

July 25, 2008

I was very saddened to hear of Uncle Pegs passing. I always loved staying with Uncle Peg and Aunt Rhea, except for the green beans. (i finally like them now).He was a funny man. He used to joke with us that we wanted to smoke his pipe. So Whenever i smell a pipe i think of Uncle peg. I know he will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Debbie Freebern Loomis

July 25, 2008

Dear Roblee Family,
I have just received the news of Peg's passing. As I give my condolences to you, the tears are rolling down my face. I used to love to pay my parent's A&B Oil bill. Peg was always so nice and funny. People are not always nice to kids, show them respect, or the time of day. Peg was always the opposite of this. As I got older, I loved to see him out in his neat immacuate yard. I remember the day at the post office when we noticed we had both purchased Impala cars. A man to be truly missed. My thoughts are with you.

Debbie Freebern Loomis
North River (child)

Maureen Anderson

July 24, 2008

Dear Aunt Rhea, Judy and Kathy,
I am so sorry to hear of dear Uncle Peg's passing. He has always had a special place in my heart! I'll always remember him and his funny saying about "beans in your ears" and how he had to have his Wheaties every night. He was always so much fun to be with. I am blessed to have so many wonderful memories of him! I loved my visits to North Creek, they always meant getting to see Uncle Peg and Aunt Rhea. They are memories I will always cherish! Uncle Peg is on a new journey with Christ and he will join his loved ones that have gone before him. My prayers and sympathy are with you and your families.
With love,
Maureen

Karen Tamlyn

July 24, 2008

I am very sad to hear of Uncle Peg's passing. He was always kind,sweet,loving and funny. He could be quite the jokester. I remember weeding his green bean garden and pulling out more bean plants than weeds. He thought is was rather humorous and set me straight..
I know all that knew him will miss him. This world's loss is Heaven's gain.
All my love and sympathy,
"His grasshopper catcher",
Karen

marcia bachand

July 23, 2008

Dear Rea,Judy,Jesse,and all of Roblee family,
Our deepest prayers that God will wrap your hearts in comfort and peace as you struggle through these difficult days. Behind these clouds,the sun waits to shine again--
and this man,so deeply loved, lives eternally.
our deepest condolences,
Joe and Marcia

Michael Shumsky

July 23, 2008

Mrs. Roblee and Family,
Our family is deeply saddened to learn of Mr. Roblee's passing. We will always remember the 30 plus years of memories as neighbors and friends. God will also remember his devotion to faith and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.

Donna Fuller

July 23, 2008

Kathy, I am so very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I hope and pray that your happy memories soon will be upper most in your mind and in your heart. Your Dad was a very special man and if I didn't already know that, all one has to do is read the entries in this guest book. Again, my sincerest sympathy. Take care of your self. Donna

Rhonda Cooper

July 23, 2008

Dear Judy,

Please accept my condolences on the passing of your father. I know how devoted you were to him and just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you during this sad time.

Sincerely,

debbie/bob austin

July 22, 2008

to mrs.Roblee,Kathy and all
our deepest sympathy to you all.our thoughts and prayers are with you at your loss.

Debbie and Bob
Austin

Helen Allen

July 22, 2008

RHEA AND ALL THE FAMILIES,
We are so sorry for your loss.Peg was a great person and always came to say a special hello when he knew you.We will miss him dearly.We are keeping you in our prayers and just call if you need anything,at all.
Sincerely,
Helen and Shawn Allen

Gloria Lindsey

July 22, 2008

"Peg" was such a nice man. He was always the same when you saw him, friendly and always a smile. I saw him when I was in NCreek last year and enjoyed our visit. My sincere sympathy to all the family. The town won't be the same without him.

Lori McConnell

July 22, 2008

I was very sorry to hear about Peg's passing. He was a nice man with a ready smile for all. God bless.

Shelley Pierson Fuller

July 22, 2008

I am very sad today. I will miss Mr. Roblee driving down my road and stopping to chat with me. He was one of the people I looked so forward to and he always made me smile when he would tell me I was not working fast enough. He was a very special person. Mrs. Roblee and family - you are in my thoughts and prayers. I will never forget how kind he was.

Rev. Trudy Pettibone

July 22, 2008

Rea, I am sorry to hear of your loss. May the love and grace of God comfort and strengthen you in this difficult time.

North Creek and Minerva Baptist Churches

Pansy Allen

July 22, 2008

A good friend of many years..I admired him & his wife .PAnsy

Judy Monthony

July 22, 2008

My heart is breaking this morning, for the passing of this most amazing sweet man! I will remember peg from his trips to my diner with his wife Rea , Always a smile, he made me laugh always.And our quick hello's at Stewarts in the mornings. When he asked how you were , he really truly wanted to know. I will miss This caring sweet man. I am a better person for having known him. My prayers are with Rea and pegs family. May you find strength from each other in the days ahead.

Tracy (Balch) Lockhart

July 22, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about Peg. I loved listening to my mom and him talk about who was related to who in town. They both loved geneology.
He was always such a happy man

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