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Robert DeSeyn Obituary
He was a loving husband to both Carole Foster (2018-2020) and Millie DeSeyn (1969-2016). He was the very proud father of three daughters; Julie DeSeyn (married to Sean Fogarty), Katie Durand (married to Jason Durand, deceased 2010) and Susan DeSeyn-Lodise (married to Joshua DeSeyn-Lodise) and a devoted grandfather to Maggie, Shannon, Austin, Samuel, and Olivia. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mary and Francis DeSeyn and survived by his sister Dorothy DeSeyn Rojas.
Bob achieved a Master's Degree in Environmental Engineering from the University of Rochester and a successful career at Rochester Gas and Electric. Capstones of his career included serving as the Mayor of the Village of Hammondsport in the early 2000's, and leading the launch and early years of Joseph's Hammer - a corps of volunteers that made needed home repairs for people that could not afford them.
Bob is remembered as a sharp witted and loyal friend; a proud veteran of the United States Army; a lover of life, golf, apple pie, and free samples everywhere; a stubborn mule; and an ardent supporter of the Buffalo Bills, the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Syracuse Orange, and civil rights for all. He will be deeply missed.
In lieu of flowers, Bob's family asks that you please vote in November and consider a donation to either the Wayne American Legion (4926 Bath Road, Wayne, NY 14893) or United Way's Mission United initiative to help financially struggling veterans and their families (United Way of Southwestern PA, 1250 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA. 15222).
Arrangements are being handled by the LaMarche Funeral Home, 35 Main St. Hammondsport, NY.
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John Willson
August 15, 2020
I just learned, on August 15. Bob was a good man, and one that I have wonderful memories of going back all through high school. He was then part of a good sized group of friends--some athletes, some artistic, some just plain cool. None of us will forget his wit, but also his patience with many of us in normal teenage nonsense. When we all got back together at our 50th high school reunion and since, we found that the only way he had changed was his passion for golf. He was still so cool. Condolences and blessings to his family, whom I did not know. His memory will be cherished.
Ron & BJ Thomas
August 11, 2020
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Bob! We did not know him for very long but we thought a lot of him. He had a pleasant personality & was very easy to talk to. Ron will miss his yearly golf games (over the past 3 years) with Bob when we would visit Hammondsport! God Bless him & his family!
Robert/Lynn Domras
August 11, 2020
Although Bob had not been a long time resident of Hammondsport, he certainly made an impact on the community while there. He will be missed-- and remembered.
Lynn & Bob Domras
Dennis Sugumele
August 9, 2020
Sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was my first boss when I joined RG&E in 1979. We had a good time in the Environmental group, and I have many fond memories of Bob. He was a great manager. Unfortunately we lost touch over the years but he always held a special place in my heart. Rest In Peace dear friend.
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