Moppert, Robert J.

Binghamton: Robert J. Moppert, 69, Retired Director of Economic Development for New York State passed away on Wed. morning Dec. 7, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Caroline Moppert, son & daughter-in-law, Kevin & Tracey Moppert Sr, his grandchildren, Vanessa Moppert, Kevin Moppert Jr, Mason, Nicholas, Patrick, Michael & Christopher, his great grandchildren, Madison & Dominick, sister & brother-in-law, Lee & Bill Merrell and also several nieces and nephews. Bob was predeceased by his son, Gregg Moppert, parents, Margaret & Joseph Moppert, sister & brother-in-law, Betty & Leo Heffernan and brother William Moppert. He was former co-owner with his good friend, Jim Wardell of Mapes Mayflower Moving Co, a member of Hillcrest Rotary, where he held many offices on the local & district levels. Bob was an active Board Member of the Sheltered Workshop, a trustee of BCC, former Broome County Legislator and a US Navy Veteran. He was the organist for the Broome Dusters and Binghamton Mets. These are only a small portion of the many interests, hobbies and accomplishments that were part of Bob's life. He was a loving grandfather and an avid Red Sox fan. He liked meeting with the Thursday morning CV alumni group and also meeting Thursday nights at "The Table of Knowledge." Most of all, he really enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

A Funeral Mass will be offered on Monday at 11 a.m. at St. Patrick's Church, Corner of Leroy & Oak Streets, Binghamton. Burial will be in Chenango Valley Cemetery, Hillcrest. The family will receive friends at the Osterhoudt-Madden Funeral Home 69-71 Maple Street Harpursville on Sun. from 1 to 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hillcrest Rotary Scholarship Fund POB 137 Chenango Bridge, NY 13745 or the Chenango Valley Education Fund POB 1137 Binghamton, NY 13902. On-line condolences may be made at: www.omaddenfh.com.

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Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin from Dec. 8 to Dec. 11, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Moppert

66 Entries

Joseph Zielinski

December 7, 2020

a great funloving and special guy. It was my pleasure to know and work with him, and remain his friend, years after our business relarations were finished. God Bless him and RIP.

Friends from Davy's

December 2, 2019

In Memory of Mr Moppert,
May your memories continue with smiles and stories shared.

Kevin Sabin

November 9, 2016

Met Bob when he was a year or two into his business career - 1st with the Brite Spot in Chenango Bridge, then the sporting goods shop in Hillcrest. I was just out of high school (15 years his junior) and thought he was pretty smart and pretty funny, too. I moved out of NY in '79 but never forgot him. As time went on, I remembered both some of the funny things he said and some of the wise business ideas and maxims. My loss for not keeping in touch, but what a great man he was. I realize this is 5 years past the date, but I hope his family and friends have wonderful, warm thoughts of him. If I could be half the man he was, I would feel quite accomplished.

Jolynn Jones

December 31, 2011

To the entire Moppert family,
I am so sorry. You all have my sympathy and condolences. Mr. Moppert was a very good man. He will be deeply missed by everyone. I will be praying for your entire family.
Jolynn

Mark Hughes

December 18, 2011

Dear Caroline, our deepest condolences. I remember Bob taking me in the Green Vega station wagon to all the Broome Dusters home games. He even set me up with the Cape Codders when they were in town as their "stick associate".(What a thrill to be on the Arena ice!) I also will never forget how well he treated my Mom, when she worked for him at both the "Brite Spot" sub shops. She & our whole family loved "Norby" (a name given to Bob affectionately by Big Mare & Diane Titus). Bob was one of a kind, especially when tasked to come up with the theme song for the Broome Dusters...of course....Bad Bad Leroy Brown. What an incredible time to be involved with hockey & with Bob in Broome County. We will treasure those memories forever.
Thank you Caroline for being such dear friends to our family & giving us so many great memories.
God Bless...
Mark & Alan Hughes

December 15, 2011

dear moppert family were sorry to hear your loss bob was a good guy and we will keep him in our thoughts if you need anything let me know my parents send there condolence allen sandra levinsky

Ellen Pendleton

December 12, 2011

Dear Caroline:
My sincere sympathy to you and your family. May you be comforted by the love and support of your family and friends at this difficult time. May your husband rest in peace.

Will Vermilya

December 12, 2011

I am so sad to hear of the passing of a friend such as Bob. He was a kind and gentle man who would help anyone in need. My sincere condolences goes out to his family. Bob will be missed by his family - his friends - the community.

Theresa (Berical) Casal

December 12, 2011

Kevin, You may not remember me, but you and I went through hand therapy together back in 1986 with Fox & Fox. I remembered ride sharing to our sessions. Please accept my sincerest condolences on your father's passing.

dave mutz

December 12, 2011

mrs. moppert.and family we are sorry for your loss.bob was a great man and a pleasure to work for there at mapes moveing and stg.im sorry i could not get to the viewing,god bless you all.dave(windsor ny)

Peter Yeager

December 12, 2011

Carol:

I'm so sorry to learn of Bob's passing. Bob was a great mentor to me and his support and advice in politics was much appreciated. The story of the two of you building up the little convenience store and then building businesses together was a great inspiration. And even though I didn't know Bob during the Duster days I can still hear "Bad, Bad Leroy Brown". What a great guy and a terrible loss for you, your kids and this community.

Libby & Brent Ingraham

December 12, 2011

Carolyn & Family
Bob gave so much to the community, it seemed everyone knew his name. We remember him playing the organ for the hocky and baseball games. When he didn't like calls against Binghamton he would play "Three Blind Mice".
He was so good natured and Binghamton has lost a jewel
Libby & Brent

Brooke Shapiro

December 12, 2011

Our thoughts are with you at this time. May the many joys that Bob gave the community have some healing effect on you. Brooke and Erin Shapiro

Leaha Hitt

December 12, 2011

Mrs. Moppert & Family:

Mr. Moppert will be missed very much by many many people, he was an extrodinary man, I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts & prayers.

December 11, 2011

to the moppert family. bob was a great friend and a role model. my memories of him would include the brite spot,green vega wagon he would let us drive,hockey tickets while he played the organ, town meetings,car shows and of course a hand shake and a smile when you met him on the street. we should all be lucky to have a friend like bob moppert. joe and debbie pratt

Hillcrest Troop #199

December 11, 2011

To Mrs. Moppert, Kevin Jr, and the rest of the family. We are so sorry to hear about Mr. Moppert's passing. He was a great role model; always offering words of encouragement to all of us kids. We enjoyed seeing him on occasion where he would always stop and take time to say hello and kid around with us. He was great that way -always upbeat. That didn't go unnoticed. We will always remember his jokes and his pranks. Although we are away at school we want to send our thoughts and prayers to the family.

Troy Townsend, Nick Mion, Scouts from Hillcrest Boy Scout Troop #199

Jody Micilcavage

December 11, 2011

Caroline & Family~
May the memories you have with Bob help you through this most difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Bonnie House

December 11, 2011

Dear Caroline and Family, I was so surprised when I saw the announcement in the paper. I know that he will be missed greatly and my prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Michele Transue

December 11, 2011

Dear Moppert and Heffernan Families,
So sorry for the loss of your husband, father and Uncle Bob.
Love and prayers,
Michele and Scott Transue

Michele Transue

December 11, 2011

Dear Moppert and Heffernan Families

Mike & Melissa Peters

December 10, 2011

"Mr. Moppert" was my next store neighbor growing up on Jessie Drive. As a boy, I fondly remember that he would play his organ while we were tossing the football around in the street. I also have great memories from volunteering on his congressional campaign in 1992--mostly of his quick smile and bellowing laugh. Bob was a strong, warm presence and consummate good citizen. He will be greatly missed.

Karen Taylor Winters

December 10, 2011

Deepest sympathies. I lived across the street when he had the sub shop in the Chenango Bridge-The Brite Spot-and it was. He was always smiling, warm and welcoming. He will be greatly missed by many for all who knew him through the years and all that he contributed.

Jeff Yoder

December 10, 2011

Bob, I always enjoyed working for you. The Southern Tier needs more people and politicians like you. You will be missed.

Laura Conaty Terry

December 10, 2011

Dear Caroline, Please accept my sincere condolences. I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. May he rest in peace and may God give you the strength you need to get through this difficult time. Hugs!

Lena Bishop

December 10, 2011

Carol and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He was a great person and will be sorely missed by all. We remember him well playing the organ for the Dusters. He did so much for Broome County. Remember the great times you've shared together, there always in your heart. God Bless

Lena & Jim Bishop

Bill Rodner

December 9, 2011

While I did not know Mr. Moppert personally, I was one of the regular Otsiningo Park walkers during the summer of 2009 and recall him sitting at "his" picnic table, usually reading a book and listening to his earphones. He always managed a smile and a wave at all of us as we did our exercise and he enjoyed the sun and warmth of that beautiful park. I ALSO remember him and his black Mustang convertible and how proud he was of that. We will be missed.

The Haydens... Diana, David, Jake and Josh

December 9, 2011

My condolences to Mrs. Moppert, Kevin and the entire family! Bob was a good friend to my dad for many many years and It feels like he has just always been around! I enjoyed working on his campaigns and know that he was a wonderful man who touched many lives. You are in my prayers!
Diana (DeOrazio) Hayden "DeeDee"

December 9, 2011

We are so sorry to hear about Bob.

He always had a smile on his face and both he and Carol were wonderful neighbors.

He was "one of the good guys"-the world was a better place with him in it.

Our condolences to you, Carol, and your family.
Phil and Carol Murphy
Binghamton NY

Kevin Hurley

December 9, 2011

Thoughts and Prayers to the Moppert Family from those who knew Bob well.

Finger Lakes Regional Office
Empire State Development

Kathy & Dave Bryant

December 9, 2011

Dear Caroline and family,

We are so saddened to learn of Bob's passing. He was much too young and will be missed so much by all his friends. Bob was always such a kind and caring individual and truly a joy to be around. We will always remember his smiley nature. He would always affectionately ask about his buddy, Casey.

Our prayers are with you and your family.

Sincerely,

Kathy & Dave Bryant

Joe Zielinski

December 9, 2011

He is missed, lost a good friend.

Douglas Wood

December 9, 2011

I am a former employee of Broome County serving as the Resource Recovery Project Manager and Mr. Moppert was serving as a County Legislator at the time. Though it was some time ago I have fond memories of him and his dedication to the County. I remember his positive attitude and thoughtfulness for all he met. My condolences to the family.

Teri Marinaro Dinga

December 9, 2011

Dear Caroline and family, so very saddened to hear of Bob's passing.
I loved him so much. He was always so supportive to so many.
There will never be another person like him.
Prayers and lots of love for you all at this difficult time.

Scott Hawley

December 9, 2011

Caroline and family; A lot of people will be bringing their thoughts and memories of Bob in the next few days ahead. But I will always remember him for something he was involved with before all of his other endeavors. When I was a young lad growing up in Hillcrest and having friends that lived in Chenango Bridge, we often would meet at a famous sub shop. Bob would open up "The Brite Spot". His subs were second to none. I think the secret was the roll and the sub sauce. After seeing his success from the Bridge, he would then open up Brite Spot 2 in Hillcrest. Bob was a great man that you instantly become magnetized to. So I would like to thank Caroline and family for sharing Bob with the world. The world was a better place with Bob in it. In the last couple of years I would see Bob at the B-Met games where I would always reminisce about the Brite Spot days. May all of your family find peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Tom & Janice Fowlston

December 9, 2011

When you remember Bob, you can not help but smile. His kind and generous spirit was contagious! He and Carol made up a remarkable team that accomplished so much with family, friends and the community. Our prayers our with your family during this time.

December 9, 2011

Caroline.
I worked for and with Bob and Jim for 21 years. I can't put into words how much I will miss him. Our prayers are with you and your family. Steve and Ann Illsley

December 9, 2011

Dear Caroline and Family,
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I only knew him a bit when I worked with Caroline at BSB..he was such a warm and kind gentleman. Please accept my condolences.

Donna Raley

December 9, 2011

Mrs. Moppert & Family,
Deepest sympathies are sent your way, we wish you peace everyday. I worked for you and your husband at "Caroline's" many years ago. Mr. Moppert was a very kind man.
Donna Raley

Mary Whitlock

December 9, 2011

Please accept my sincere sympathy.

Craig Hill

December 9, 2011

Caroline and family,
My thoughts are with you. Bob was an amzing man. He loved his family, friends, Rotary and the community. He was an outstanding businessman, politician and public servant and this is a great loss for our hometown.

December 8, 2011

Dear Carol,
I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. You and your family are in our
thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Terri & Sam Juriga

Debbie Merrell-Lee

December 8, 2011

Uncle Bob, I love you and will miss you terribly at every family gathering, forever.

Dr Frank and joyce Gilroy

December 8, 2011

We were saddened to learn of the death of Bob Moppert, an active Community Leader and all around good fellow. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.

rob rauschmeier

December 8, 2011

so many memories you will be missed

David Stark

December 8, 2011

Bob worked tirelessly for his community and for various Rotary activities. He had a " can do " attitude in every endeavor in which he participated. Always enjoyed discussing our keyboard tricks which we shared.

December 8, 2011

CAROL AND FAMILY ROSANNE AND I ARE GOING TO MISS BOB WE HAD SUCH GREAT FUN EVERY THURSDAY WITH THE CV BUNCH
AND WORKING WITH HIM ON THE 22ND AND 50 YEAR GET TOGETHER. IT SEEMS LIKE IT WAS ONLY YESTERDAY WERE IN SECOND GRADE WILLY VERMILYA

Mark McDonough

December 8, 2011

Carol;
We were sorry to hear of the passing of Bob. He was a great guy who always had a smile on his face and a kind word. I remember him helping us before we bought Buckingham.
Bob and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely
Mark and Carol McDonough

Sandi Ailport

December 8, 2011

My condolences to the Moppert family, I meant him at the table of knowledge at Park Diner. I can remember when he had a bet with his son and my grandaughter colored his hair black. He was such a wonderful man and fun and interesting to be around. My thoughts and prayers will be with all of you.
Sandi Ailport

Paul Benesch

December 8, 2011

We lost a great man. A successful businessman who always had the support of his loving wife Carol. Bob was cheerful and witty and had a positive influence on everyone he came in contact with. His contributions to the community are immeasurable and will always be remembered. My heart goes out to Carol, Kevin and all of the family.

December 8, 2011

Caroline and family,
Sending you our prayers for strength and peace during this very sad time. Bob will be missed by all who knew him....Ray and Mary McGlone (Chenango Forks, NY)

December 8, 2011

Carol,
We are deeply sorry for the loss of a good friend, your Bob. We had some good times and laughs at the Park Diner. He was one of the boys there at the table of knowledge. All the boys will miss him our hearts go out to you and your family. God bless you Carol, you took care of him every step of the way and you always had a smile on your face. We love you.
Shirley & Pete Mastro

Joe Mickel

December 8, 2011

I lived behind Bob when i was growing up. If there was ever a word he didn't know it was can't. I think he could have been anything he wanted to be. Rest in peace.

Don and Judy Dellow

December 8, 2011

Carol,

Our hearts and our thoughts are with you and the familiy at this difficult time. The picture posted on the guestbook brings back those wonderful memories of working with Bob when he was a legislator, Director of Economic Development (remember those great Christmas luncheons?) and when he came on the BCC Board of Trustees. As others have said, he lived life fully and we never had to quess what he was thinking. I can't imagine a better way to go through this short time we have on earth. We will miss him.

Colleen Illsley-Guest

December 8, 2011

My sincerest condolences to the Moppert family. My mother worked with him for many years at Mapes and I am grateful his friendship in my parents' lives. God bless you all in your time of sorrow!!

Joseph Ranieri

December 8, 2011

Carol - I am so saddened by the news. You know how big an influence Bob was on me since I was 15 .. err 16.. Because of him I am an international business guy. He was my inspiration and early mentor ("line those donuts up like little ducks pukeface" - sniff/lol). I so remember the many evenings coming up to the house to report on the business and the many family/ freinds moments you shared. Writing my first memo's and working my butt off for a little praise... all good lessons in life. My intro into Rotary world and his many bsuienss freinds that still inspire me today. My prayers that he is in a GREAT place looking down on us all and having another laugh. My support for you in that you carry on with his life long love of you and know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Joe Ranieri Jr (Singapore/China)

Mike & Stephanie Peters

December 8, 2011

Bob was a great man and a great friend. He lived life as a "doer", not an observer! He was a man on the go with people to see and places to go. He squeezed every drop of life out of his time on earth.
He lived the American Dream and found success in all of his endeavors through hard work and perserverance. He inspired many others to believe in themselves and follow their dreams. He was fortunate to have an amazing woman Caroline by his side every step of the way.
We celebrate his life and his passion for living. Bob Moppert left the world a better place! I am honored to have known him!

Mike Zielinski

December 8, 2011

Sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was a very good friend to our family. My thoughts go out to Carol and the rest of his family.

December 8, 2011

Our deepest sympathies to the family.

Mark & Cheryl Steigerwald

Kim (House) Cone

December 8, 2011

I wanted to let you know I'm thinking about and praying for you all. I know it's been a long time since we've seen each other, but your family still means a lot to me.

Deborah Quackenbush

December 8, 2011

Having served with Bob on the legislature, I found him to be a no nonsense kind of guy with a heart as big as Broome County. I pray you will be comforted by the many fond and loving memories you surely have of this great guy.

Greg Nichols

December 8, 2011

My prayers go out to the Moppert Fsmily. We have all lost a great soul and my life is richer from knowing Bob.

bob bohner

December 8, 2011

this is a great loss but he did great things while he was here. to Bob's wife and boys..... i pray for you.

Paul R. Marinaro

December 8, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I will never forget the best Organist Binghamton Hockey ever had.

Pam Shiel

December 8, 2011

I am saddened to hear of Mr. Moppert's passing. As a friend of MaryLou Bush I have heard for many years what a wonderful man he was. My prayers go out to his family.

Friends from Davys'

December 8, 2011

In memory of Bob.
May he be at peace leaving wonderful memories to recall and share,keeping his spirit alive.
Our sincere condloences to all.

lisa barrett

December 8, 2011

RIP BOB and i will sure miss you and im so glad i met you. You have a wonderful family that will miss you to and god is now protecting you from all the pain and suffering.

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