Name: Calling hours for Robert D. Reichard
Start: 2025-09-20T14:00:00.000Z
End: 2025-09-20T17:00:00.000Z
Location: Donald M Demmerley Funeral Home

Reichard,

Robert D.

Dec 31, 1936 - Sep 5, 2025

88, of Hamburg, NY. Beloved and devoted husband for 57 years of Marian (nee Davis) Reichard; loving father of Susan (Scott Brown) Pyne, Richard (Laurie) Reichard, Jennifer (Brian) Goosen, and William (Cari) Reichard; cherished grandfather of Robert (Jackie) Pyne, Jessica (Michael) Milnikiewicz, Rachel (Tyler) Pilarski, Adam (Gennie) Reichard, Spencer Goosen, Kyle Goosen, Elizabeth Goosen, Claire Reichard, Jack Reichard, and Emma Reichard; great-grandfather of Grayson Pyne, Vivian Pilarski, Evelyn Reichard, Samuel Milnikiewicz, Mallory Pyne, and Freddie Reichard; dear brother of Rev. Dr. Richard (Melba) Reichard; brother-in-law of Judith (Bruce) Wolck, and Margaret (Gordon) Lamb. Bob graduated from William Penn Senior School in York, Pennsylvania where he developed a love of music, which led him to Ithaca College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education in 1958. Bob continued his education at the University of Michigan, earning his master's degree in music in 1961. Bob's job search brought him to Eden, New York, where he was hired as the Band Director at Eden High School. Bob met the love of his life, Marian, in Eden where she was employed as a math teacher. Bob and Marian got married on December 29, 1962. In 1964, Bob was hired as the Band Director at Hamburg High School, Marian's alma mater. Bob's commitment to the Hamburg Music Department over his 34-year career provided excellent music experiences to thousands of young people in the Hamburg community resulting in the honor of receiving the first "Distinguished Educator" Hall of Fame award from the Hamburg Alumni Association. Bob retired in 1998 and enjoyed many years traveling with Marian, visiting his children and grandchildren, watching various sports, particularly the Buffalo Bills, and playing the trombone in local bands such as 23 Skidoo, the Pete Ciraolo Band and Joe Baudo's Big Band at the Sportsmen's Tavern. One of Bob's favorite quotes, "pride, discipline, commitment, respect," which he displayed in the High School Bandroom, reflected how he lived his life. Friends may call at the Donald M. Demmerley Funeral Home, 21 Pierce Ave., on Saturday, September 20th from 2 to 5 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hamburg Alumni Foundation Music Department Fund in memory of Robert Reichard. Please visit https://hamburgalumnifoundation.org/ or to Oshei Children's Hospital Pediatric Cancer Fund at https://www.ochbuffalo.org/foundation/donate/ in honor of Freddie Reichard. Please visit Freddie's Fight Against Neuroblastoma at

freddiesfight.com. Please sha-re online condolences at www.demmerleyfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Buffalo News on Sep. 19, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Reichard

4 Entries

David Krieman (Class of 60)

September 20, 2025

I remember Mr. Reichard from my 4 years at Hamburg. Always a smile and a dedicated educator. May he Rest in Peace. Sincere condolences to his family.

Dianne (Prentki) Brinkworth

September 20, 2025

Mr. Reichard was a huge part of my high school experience. I have so many wonderful memories of him, and Mrs. Reichard too, in marching band and HHS band. I couldn´t imagine my high school experience without him. He led us with love and pushed us to do great things. Where other schools would call band members "band geeks", HHS welcomed and celebrated ALL students and had one of the largest bands and marching bands because of him. That says something Sending out prayers and love to his family and loved ones.

Michael Graf

September 19, 2025

Mr. Reichard was my music teacher and band director. I was a trombone player, like him, and I'm certain me and my fellow trombone players aged him during our tenure with him. But he taught us hooligans the importance of music and showed us why passion and raw talent isn't enough. Mastery of anything meaningful in life comes from "pride, discipline, commitment, respect." It's a life lesson well learned. Thank you and God Speed.

Jeanne Brennan

September 16, 2025

I am so saddened. Bob and Marian were our neighbors for over 50 years, Bob was our sons´ band instructor, they were friends and I have many memories, especially the band trip to Hershey Park. May he rest in peace with Marian.

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