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Robert (Bob)
Age 82, of Bradford, NY, formerly of Elmira. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. on Washington Ave., Elmira, on Wednesday, July 16th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. His Funeral Service will follow at 12:30 in Calvary Church of the Nazarene, 1205 W. Church St., Elmira, Pastor Paul MacPherson will officiate. Committal prayers and interment, with military honors, will follow in Woodlawn National Cemetery. The family will provide their own flowers and request that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to Calvary Church of the Nazarene, 1205 W. Church St., Elmira, NY 14905 in his memory. Bob's family would like to thank the staff at the Bath, VA Community Living Center 3 for the wonderful care they provided him during his brief stay.
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Kathy McGee
July 25, 2008
Marie and family, I so remember Bob when he worked for my dad, Al Kittle. What a kind soul he was. I trust that fond memories will ease your grief. Mother and Daddy are both deceased. Looks like several of you are in SC. I married Frank from SC and have been here since 1966; Frank died in 2003.
Joan ( Wilmot ) Jones
July 15, 2008
Marie & Family, So very sorry to hear of Bobs, passing . My thoughts & prayers are w/ you . Bob was a good friend to our Family & especially " Tip ."
Suzanne Alexander
July 15, 2008
Barb & Jim, May God Bless you with His Peace during this time. You are on my mind & I continue to pray for you. Love & Sympathy, Sue and Family
Brian S Scully
July 15, 2008
Our deepest condolences from your family at East Coast Volkswagen.
Mark Zito
July 15, 2008
Barb, Barry and John.
My deepest sympathy to you and your families. May you find peace in his memories and forever retain his love in your hearts.
Scotti & Bruce Kimmey
July 14, 2008
Barb & Jim, We'll be praying for you and your family during this time of loss.
Barb Squires
July 14, 2008
Barb & Jim - I'm praying for your family.
Libby (Graham) Zwilling
July 13, 2008
My condolences to my dear high school friend, Nancy, in the loss of her dad.
Brenda Elston
July 13, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very sad time. Bobby was a hard working man and a great guy. Brenda Elston and family Bill and Debbie Van Riper and family
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