Chicopee, Massachusetts
Apr 24, 1929 – Jul 6, 2013
CHICOPEE – Robert Thomas Pydych, 84, peacefully passed away at his home on Saturday, July 6, 2013. Born in the Florence section of Northampton on April 24, 1929 he was the son of the late Joseph and Sophie (Milesky) Pydych. He retired in 1990 as the vice-president of Merriam-Graves Corp. in West Springfield. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 59 years, Elizabeth (Brothers) Pydych and two children, William Joseph Pydych and MaryAnne Valcourt and her husband Richard, all of Chicopee. He also leaves three loving grandchildren, Alexandra, Brett and Andrew Valcourt. Some of Bob's happiest times were spent working alongside his father at his grocery store, the former Hampden Cash Market. He was a proud veteran of the Korean War, having served with the U. S. Army from 1951 to 1953. He later became a salesman for a variety of companies working his way up to the position of vice-president. He was amazingly creative and artistic welding metal sculptures and making woodcarvings of birds, fish and flowers. Bob was predeceased by his beloved sister, Eleanor Kleeberg. He was a lifetime member of Elder Council #69 of the Knights of Columbus, Elks Lodge 1849 and the Tigers Athletic Club. The funeral will be held on Thursday beginning at the Corridan Funeral Home, 333 Springfield St., Chicopee at 9 a.m. with the Funeral Mass being celebrated in the Chapel of the College of Our Lady of the Elms at 10. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Chicopee. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Contributions in Bob's memory may be made to Community Resources for People with Autism. 116 Pleasant St., Easthampton, MA 01027.
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IF POSSIBLE TELL BETTY MY HUSBAND CONNY DIED SEPT. 13 2002
COSETTE BOURBONNAIS KOSINSKI
July 06, 2020 | HOLLAND, MA
Dear Betty, I just learned of Bob'e death. I was searching my internet and found his obit. I'm so sorry. I remember the times you and I had at Holy Name High Remember when you played the "maid" and I played the "bishop" in our senior play? You brough a "rubber chicken" as a prop to drop on the floor! You were my best friend back then - Wish we hadn't lost touch. Hard to believe that was 64 years ago! Time were so different then. I wish I had been able to attend some of our reunions. ...
Barbara Homon/Hooper
February 03, 2014 | Feeding Hills, MA
Mrs Pydych,
I am very sorry to hear about Mr Pydych passing. I have many fond memories of both of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Joann Cormier(Daley)
Joann Cormier
July 11, 2013 | Stratham, NH
Dear Billy and MaryAnne,
With deepest sympathy from old friends,
The Corridan Family
July 09, 2013
We are so sorry to hear about Bob. He stopped to visit with us when Nancy was here and we had a wonderful time reminiscing about the past. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jean Pydych
Joyce & John Tyrell
July 09, 2013
Dear Betty, I was so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I remember the good times we had in the early 50's. I lost Conny 10 years ago and the hurt does not go away. eventually the Happy Times crowd out all the pain. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
As ever your friend Cosette Kosinski
Sorry we never got together for that promised reunion.
July 09, 2013
In loving memories of a wonderful man. We cherish the beautiful wood carving he gave us on his last visit.
Gil and Gert Vigneault
July 08, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Pam and Roger Buzzell
July 08, 2013 | Bernardston, MA
So very sorry to get the news of Bob's passing. Rick was so anxious for me to meet his godparents Bob and Betty, and when I did meet them I understood why. Very special people. I always enjoyed visits with both, and I am sad that I will not see Bob again. My sympathy to you Betty. I know he will be terribly missed. Love, Paula Loughman
July 08, 2013
