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Robert Spies Obituary
He was born Dec. 13, 1942, in New Haven, son of the late Robert Howard and Clara Marie (Pinaglia) Spies. Bob was a graduate of West Haven High School and a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a communicant of the Church of the Epiphany where he was an usher for the 4 p.m. Mass, and a volunteer for the Friends Feeding Friends Soup Kitchen in Waterbury Bob was a great guy, ask anyone. He was a long-time participant of the PARS study at YNHH for Parkinsons Disease Research. He was an avid golfer, who enjoyed planning events and playing with his long-time friends who shared the same passion for the sport. Along with his love of golf, Bob also enjoyed his monthly poker game Bob was devoted to his family and actively participated in supporting his children's dreams, helping them to obtain their goals, and paved the path for their successes. He adored his grandchildren and they adored him, they were "buddies". He truly loved his wife of 43 years and was looking forward to celebrating their 44 years of marriage together in April.
Besides his wife, Robert is survived by a daughter, Meredith and her husband, Claus Albrecht, of Consho-hocken, Pa.; a son, Justin Spies, of King of Prussia, Pa.; a sister, Mary Smeriglio, of Guilford; and two grand-children, Lucas Robert, and Spencer Marco Albrecht.
Robert's funeral will be held 9:15 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 29, from The Alderson Funeral Home of Cheshire, 615 South Main St, 06410 to the Church of the Epiphany, 1750 Huckins Road, Cheshire, for a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. Burial with Military Honors will follow in St. Bridget Cemetery, Higgins Road, Cheshire. Calling hours will be held Friday, Dec. 28, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Friends Feeding Friends Soup Kitchen via Church of the Epiphany. To view these arrangements online, send a condolence, or light a memorial candle, please visit
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for Robert Spies
Ed and Sandy Bernardiener
December 21, 2021
Though it's been 11 years since his passing Bob is still remembered fondly. We still recount his golfing adventures (misadventures?) and his generosity and kindness. Bob loved the August golf trip and we are so pleased to hear that Justin is now a participant. We are sure Bob is looking down on Justin with a knowing smile as he looks for his golf ball in the woods, water, .... !
January 5, 2013
Dear Eileen and Family: We are so very sad to hear of Bobby's sudden passing. His genuine warm and caring manner will be truly missed by our family members, and surely by all whose lives he touched. Our hearts are with you.
Hildegarde & Gobi Homazad and
"Grandma" Hildegarde H.
Gerri Brown
December 31, 2012
Worked with Bob at YMG, never saw him without a smile and a kind word. To the family; sorry for your loss. God bless you.
Ed and Sandy Bernardiener
December 31, 2012
Dear Eileen, Meredith, Justin, and Family
We all share your loss and sorrow. The world has lost a food father, a good friend, and a good man. But, what are not lost are the good memories (and there are a LOT of them) we all have of Bob and how our lives are better from the times he shared with us.
Joan Hall
December 28, 2012
Worked with Bob many years ago at Seamless and remember him as a very kind and loving human being. Bob's passing is the worlds loss. My deepest sympathies to the Spies family
December 28, 2012
Dear Eileen and family –the world has lost one of the kindest souls I have ever known. Bob was the first person I worked with when I moved to Connecticut in 1987, and I have treasured his friendship ever since. His impish smile, his twinkling eyes, his laughter, his kind and gentle ways – these are the traits I will always remember about Bob. May you and the family find comfort in knowing that Bob touched many lives and that we all send prayers and love. Bobbie and David Routhier
December 27, 2012
Dear Eileen So very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. It seemed like yesterday that we were playing run the bases on the beach of White House Baths. I will always remember his bright infectious smile and kind and caring ways. Sorry I will not be able to be with you during this sad time. Please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you. Cathy Biagetti Naples Fl& West Haven,CT
Dan Mahoney
December 27, 2012
Dear Eileen, What a shock. I have no words.
I loved him like a brother.
My deepest sympathy.
Love Dan.
May 2012 Golf Trip to Ocean City, MD Bob and Joe
December 27, 2012
December 27, 2012
I would like send my deepest sympathy to Bob's family. I worked with Bob at Seamless in Wallinford, I have never worked with a nicer man then Bob, he always talked about his children and wife. He was a real gentleman and always had a wonderful smile on his face. I am so sorry for you loss. Celia Laudano. I worked in the Payroll Dept.
bonnie and frank
December 27, 2012
to eileen and family. we were shocked and saddened to hear about bobby. we have been friends for a life time. know that our thoughts are with you. we would be there if we could, but the snow has us trapped . you and your family as well as bobby are in our prayers. bonnie and frank
Kathy and Lee Matthews
December 27, 2012
Lee and I are so very sorry, and as I write this I'm lost for words. Bob's kindess,softspoken nauture,infectous smile,and love for you all bespoke of the gifts he gave to this world and the memories he left for you Ei his wife, you Justin his son, you Meridith his daughter, and to his special grandchildren he was just getting to know. May you all remember good times together and may you see and feel his comfort from above because knowing who Bob was you just understand that he's looking after you always. God's love and peace wished for you all.
Edmund Siecienski
December 27, 2012
Dear Elaine and family. Sadden to learn of Bob's passing. Prior to my retirement from Yale, enjoyed working with him in the ITS Dept. He always had a smile and a positive attitude. It was a pleasure working with him and I feel it was a privilage to know him. My sincere sympathy to you and your family. May you keep him in your hearts and may you find renewed hope and peace in the difficult time ahead.
Ron, Beverly & Bruce Rossini
December 27, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Eileen and the entire Spies family. Bob was a truly good person with a kindness about him that was an example for all of us to strive for. We thank God for having known Bob.
December 27, 2012
Dear Elaine,Meredith and Justin, I am so sorry for your loss, what a great person.
Terry Mason-Jackson
Sandra and Jim Weir
December 27, 2012
Dear Elaine and Family, please find comfort in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. I worked with Bob for many years and he was a wonderful friend and co worker. He will be sadly missed by all.
I took this picture two weeks ago at our Holiday lunch at the local restaurants. I was lucky to have known him.
Delbar Shirazi
December 26, 2012
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