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Robert Vincent "Bob" Canosa III
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Robert Canosa Obituary
Robert "Bob" Vincent Canosa III, 55, of Rochelle, died Sunday, December 20, 2009, at the University of Virginia Medical Center.
He was born on March 27, 1954, in Amityville, New York, and grew up in Huntington, New York.
Bob joined the United States Marines in 1970 and served for three years. Following his military service, he joined the Town of Orange Police Department. He later moved to Long Island, New York, where he worked for the Suffolk County Police Department for 20 years, rising to the rank of detective. After his retirement, he moved back to Virginia and worked as a detective for the Culpeper County Sheriff's Office and lastly the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Bob is survived by his parents, Robert Vincent Canosa Jr. and Patricia Anne Elwood Canosa of Sarasota, Florida; his wife, Brenda Settle Canosa of Rochelle; children whom he loved very much and was so proud of, Caitlin and Joey Canosa of Rochelle; and two sisters, Chris Canosa of South Burlington, Vermont, and Susan O'Neill of Milton, Vermont.
Funeral services will be held 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 29, 2009, at Preddy Funeral Home Chapel in Madison with interment at Culpeper National Cemetery with honors, conducted by Dr. Tommy Palmer.
The family will receive friends from 2 until 4 p.m. and from 6 until 8 p.m. Monday, December 28, 2009, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Trust Fund for Caitlin and Joey Canosa. For more information contact the Orange County Sheriff's Office, 540-672-1200.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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James McGarry
January 7, 2010
To the Canosa Family and Friends, I was honored to have known Bob as we were both members of the Suffolk County Police Department and assigned to the Highway Patrol Bureau. Bob was aggressive, vigilant and equitable in his performance with the general public. He maintained a high work ethic, honest and forthright as a member of the Highway Patrol, he wore the Highway Patrol uniform, the uniform did not wear him. His military bearing, always striving to maintain that edge, truly made him a "cops cop." I will fondly remember the golf, the jokes and banter, his humor when the arrests were difficult, the hours long, fatigue had set in, Bob always would rally the troops with a comment or joke to break the tension. I salute you Bob Canosa, it was a considerable joy to have known you, worked and to tee it up with you my friend, may your next tour of duty be the best, you have earned it while on this earth. God Bless you Robert, you will be missed.
Lt. Dan Mulhearn, Sgt. George Runz, P.O. John Capute Sr., P.O. Jay Rockefeller, P.O. Bob Canosa, P.O. Jack Capute, P.O. Jim Farrell. Hwy. Patrol
January 5, 2010
Jack Capute
January 5, 2010
To the Canosa family,
My deepest condolences to all. I worked with Bob for 8 years in the Suffolk Highway Patrol. We were on the SAFE-T Team and the Motor Cycle Unit together.
A better man, friend and partner, I couldn't have imagined. He was always there for me and any other cop that might have needed him. I never worried about backup when working with Bob. He was one smart, tough and fearless cop... He was most definitely a "Cops Cop", and always true to "The Corp". I have countless memories of the great times, both on the job and off. He was a great friend.. and will be missed every day of the rest of my life. I will never forget him!!
Joe and Caitlain, You can well be proud of your father. He was a great man. Remember the good times and keep him always in your heart.
Jim Shields
January 2, 2010
It was truly sad to hear of Bob's passing. I worked with him during several Presidential motorcade movements, and again when he came to work for me in the Special Operations Section of the Suffolk County NY P.D.
He was a great cop, someone you could always depend on, a true professional.
Rest in peace Bobby.
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Gary Mott
December 31, 2009
To the Canosa family,
I had the pleasure of working with Bob for 8 years while we where assigned to the Highway Patrol Bureau of the Suffolk County Police Dept. We worked together on the Long Island Expressway and later we were assigned to the SAFE-T Unit, whose mission was arresting intoxicated drivers. You never had to worry who had your back when Bob was on the scene. He was brave, smart, faithful, funny and fearless. He loved being a cop also most as much as he loved being a husband and a Dad and an ex-Marine. One of his favorite nicknames for people he liked was to call them, "Maggot", a saying from his U.S.Marine Corp days. We spent many days together playing the local golf courses on Long Island and we also had our yearly golf vacations to Myrtle Beach with a group of Highway guys. When Bob first started playing he didn't want to buy a new set of clubs so I let him borrow my old set of Executive irons to learn with. I guess he was still learning cause I never did get them back. I'm glad I was present to see Caitlain and Joey at the funeral, I wish I had been able to talk to them afterwards to tell them how sorry I was and that their Dad will always be remembered by me as friend. I know I will always miss him. I'm going to toast Bob right after I finish this with his favorite adult beverage,a vodka and coke. My God Bless and keep him and his family.
Annie McCabe
December 31, 2009
Our community will miss you, Bob. Your experience and knowledge of law enforcement,along with your friendly personality, made the CPA an enjoyable learning experience. Your loved ones and our law enforcement members now have a special angel watching over them.
Chris Pontious 106
December 29, 2009
Bob you were a fine officer and co-worker, although i did not know you real well you were a great guy and you will be truley missed by the Law Enforcement Community, my prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family from me and mine, today peace and glory are yours my friend.
December 29, 2009
Bob,
I am still in a state of shock.I remember so well when you came to work
for the Culpeper Town PD - we called
you and Danny, Starsky and Hutch!!
You were such a fine young man who
touched many lives. Being with the
court system at that time we got to know you well and were saddened when
you left for New York. Rest in Peace
Little Buddy.
C. Sisson
Eric Kopp
December 29, 2009
My deepest sympathies to the Canosa family on this tragedy. I got to know Bob when I was servng as Chief Deputy Suffok County Executive and he was serving on the Special Operations Squad. I vividly recall attending game 4 of the 2001 World Series with Bob and know it was a night we both enjoyed. His passing is a tremendous loss.
Matthew Graham
December 28, 2009
Bob, you were a shining star wherever you went. You had such a sparkle of life in your eyes. We are all so extremely saddened by your untimely death. What a tragedy for those who loved you. I feel honored to have known you. You will be truly missed.
Brian Smith
December 28, 2009
At times like this, words seem so shallow. I didn't know Bob real well, but it's obvious the kind of man that he was. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Bob's family, friends, and co-workers. Those are some big shoes for someone to try to fill. May God bless him and take him into heaven, and give comfort to those in his life.
Cindy and Nick McDowell
December 28, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Canosa family. We've known Brenda and Caitlyn and Joey since they moved to Madison. We got to know Bob while he was helping Dave Allen run for sheriff. Bob's death is such a tragedy and our hearts go out to the family.
Tiffaney Rosenstock
December 28, 2009
Cousin - We are saddened by losing you. Our thoughts are with your family. We will keep in touch.
Tiffaney, Kelly, Pat, Steven, Jay, Stephanie, Ben, and Jayden
Tara Wilson
December 28, 2009
Bob you will be greatly missed...I remember when you were working for the Town of Orange you and Ronnie Parrish would come by the house just to drink my ice tea. Take care and my thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Gilbert Clore
December 28, 2009
Bob....Rest in peace....Friends and family during the late 1970's as a child hanging out at Cupleper Town Police I remember Bob as a police officer there and that smile that always was on his face. I loved doing ride alongs with him and then partner Danny Call. There unit numbers were 15 and 16 and I often wanted to run the roads with them.
I cried the day he left Culpeper Town Police as if he were a member of my immediate family. To your family ....I truly feel the loss and understand the pain. I will always miss you friend and you will always remain in my heart and on my mind.
Tonya
December 28, 2009
Bob you will be missed so much! Our prayers go out to the children. I will always remember the laugh and smile.
The Glascocks
December 28, 2009
Bob,
You were a rare one indeed! You touched the lives of every member of my family.. my husband and I in the Citizen's Academy, my son in the Youth Academy, and I had soo much fun taking you down in the RAD class! But that's what you get for tazering me! I am very saddened at your passing, and I am praying for your family at this time. God Bless You, Bob, the world is emptier without you.
Wes Malone
December 28, 2009
Bob, will be missed. I will always remember the fun we had working together.
Crystal Hirsch
December 28, 2009
Canosa,
Hey, buddy! I didn't get to know you long enough, but the time that I did get to spend with you will never be forgotten!! You touched my heart and those of the Front Royal Police Department and we thank you!!
Mike LaCasse
December 28, 2009
Bob, you will be missed! Our prayers go out for Bob and his family!
J B
December 28, 2009
God Bless you Bob. You will be missed so very dearly by your family at the Orange County Sheriff's Office as well as the rest of the Law Enforcement family. We know you are now an angel who is watching over all of your brothers and sisters as they protect others.
Donna Bruce
December 27, 2009
It was very sad reading of Bob's untimely death. I knew Bob when he was on the Ornage Town Police Dept. years ago. I had lost track of him and only recently learned that he had returned to Orange Sheriff's Dept. My prayers are with his family at this sad time.
December 27, 2009
December 27,2007
I can't believe you're gone. Life will never be the same. I'm glad I got to talk with you. Even in the hospital, you were cracking jokes. I love you. Your sister, Chris
Pete Ervolina
December 27, 2009
My sincere condolences to the Canosa family. I worked with Bob for several years in the SCPD Highway Patrol. As a fellow Highway cop and US Marine, I can say Bob was one of the good guys. We will miss him. Semper Fi', Bob
ken meyerback
December 26, 2009
i'm sorry to see you go so young,i went to the scpd academy with bob in 83 and will remember him for his good personality kenny 3rd pct.scpd
Tara Wilson
December 25, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. You will missed by the community. I remember when you and Ronnie (when you worked for the Town of Orange and would stop by to have some ice tea.
Tara Wilson
December 25, 2009
Bob you will be greatly missed by everyone in the community. I remember you and Ronnie Parrish (when you worked for the Town of Orange) coming to my house and drinking my tea that was made just for you. My prayers and thoughts go out to your family
December 25, 2009
I worked with Bob for 8 years while he and I were assigned to Highway Patrol in SCPD on Long Island. He was well respected by his peers and a nice guy to work with on the force. I can't say I was his good friend but I am deeply saddened by his passing.
Jim Freeman
SCPD Retired
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