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Robert Relyea Obituary

Robert Lansing Relyea Clifton Park Robert Lansing Relyea, 78, passed away peacefully at Ellis Hospital on November 17, 2014. Robert proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp., serving 14 years and three tours of duty in Vietnam. He then returned to the States and worked as an investigator for the Schenectady Police Dept., before retiring in 1988. Robert was a life member of the VFW Post #1895. Robert is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Claire Relyea; his sons, Robert Bob (Debbie) Relyea and William (Donna) Relyea; his step-daughter, Debra (Dan) Curran; and step-son, Timothy (Loreen) Racht. He is also survived by several grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. Robert was predeceased by his step-son, Thomas Racht Jr. Robert will be laid to rest on Thursday, November 20th at 12 p.m. at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, where he will receive full military honors. To leave a special message for the family online, please visit NewcomerAlbany.com.

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Published by The Daily Gazette Co. on Nov. 19, 2014.

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Dan

November 25, 2014

Bob will be missed, may he R.I.P in the grave, no more pain or suffering Ecc:9:5 but the hope of endless life in paradise shortly, when God makes all things new

Frank Ranucci

November 19, 2014

Bob was one of the finest men I know. Always a gentleman, always calm in the most difficult situations. My prayers and thoughts to his family.

Lincoln

November 19, 2014

A very great man... one cool guy !!

November 19, 2014

R. I. P. BOB. Jerry @ Lorraine Spaulding V.F.W. 1895

JIM BROELAND

November 19, 2014

LOSS OF A GREAT MAN, FRIEND AND CO-WORKER FOR MANY YEARS. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH HIM AND HIS ENTIRE FAMILY.

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