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Robert Crosby Obituary

CROSBY-Robert D. He died peacefully with his entire family at his side on his 86th birthday, September 21, 2007, beloved husband of Lucille (Priore) for 64.5 years; dear father of Fr. Vincent "Robert" Crosby, O.S.B., Diane (Douglas) Bernard, Gary (Joan) and David (Kathleen) Crosby; loving grandfather of Bryan (Patti), Keith (Nicole), Kristen (Vincent) Marino, Sara Bernard, Suzanne (John Paul) Armitage, Jennifer Crosby and David Crosby; loving "Papa Bob" to 10 great-grandchildren; son of the late Henry and Mary (Leahy) Crosby; brother of the late Henry Crosby. Funeral from the JAMES W.CANNAN FUNERAL HOME, INC.(Southtowns Chapel), 3155 OrchardPark Rd., Monday at 10:00 and fromSt. John Vianney Church at 10:30 AM.Friends may call Saturday from 7-9PM and Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM.In lieu of flowers, donations may besent to Benedict House, 2211 MainSt., Buffalo, NY 14214. Mr. Crosbywas a member of V.F.W. Post #8113.He was a Navy veteran of WWII andthe Korean Conflict. Online registerbook at www.CANNANFH.com

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Published by Buffalo News from Sep. 22 to Sep. 23, 2007.

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Linda Ruffino-Smith

September 24, 2007

Gary and Joan
Just heard today of your loss. Deeply sorry, losing a parent is one of tht hardest things. My prayers are with you and yours.

JOE AND CONNIE PARISI

September 22, 2007

DEAR LUCILLE AND FAMILY WE ARE SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BOB'S DEATH. JUST READ IT IN THE PAPER. WE LOVED HIM AND HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. OUR LOVE JOE AND CONNIE PARISI

Sam and Jeanie Arena

September 22, 2007

We're so sorry for you loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you'

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