Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Robert Picciano Obituary
Robert E. Jr.
Chili: Thursday, January 8, 2015 at age 63 peacefully surrounded by his family. Predeceased by his mother, Helen Picciano; father and mother-in-law, Frank and Beatrice Sasina. Survived by his beloved wife of 41 years, Kathy; cherished sons, Darren (Allison) and Ryan (Amy Wiener); adoring grandchildren, Christian, Sophia and Grace; loving father, Robert Sr.; treasured siblings, Joseph, John (Michaela), Patricia Fiala and Ken (LuAnn); sister-in-law, Marcy Burdick; brothers-in-law, Tom (Diane) and Carl Sasina, many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Bob was a graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Class of '73. Retiree of Kodak. Active in Notre Dame Club of Rochester, very passionate about baseball and was a very popular coach in Chili Youth Baseball. The family would like to thank Interlakes Oncology, Unity Hospital (4th Floor) and Lifetime Care for all their care and support.
Friends may call at the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Sunday 1-4. Funeral Mass Monday 10AM at St. Helen's Church, 310 Hinchey Rd. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Bob's memory to Golisano Children's Hospital.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Robert Picciano
Richard "Rick" H. Arvonio
January 4, 2024
You were all too young when you left us but you are not forgotten. You are missed by your family and friends. You and your family remain in our prayers!
John & Rosemary DiIorio
January 5, 2022
To Bob, Kathy and family, So hard to believe it's been seven years since Bob passed. So sad he was so young and had a lot to live for. Miss seeing him when he'd come down for a visit to Endicott. Such a great guy,husband, son, brother, father, grandfather and friend. May he rest in peace and your all in our thoughts and prayers.
Richard Arvonio
January 4, 2022
Hard to believe it´s been seven year´s since you left us. You´re missed by many! My thoughts and prayers remain with Kathy and your family.
Ken and Peggy Gill
January 15, 2015
Dear Bob Sr and family, we are so sorry to hear that Bob Jr passed away. So young and so much to live for. We didn't know him, but it sounds like he was very much like his dad, so we know he was quite the gentleman and wonderful. God bless your whole family at this very sorrowful time.
Sheri Weidman-Felter
January 15, 2015
Pat and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother, please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dick Westerheide
January 14, 2015
Kathy, Sue and I wish to express our most sincere sympathy to you and your family. Bob has gone to the Lord much too early. It was good to see you both at the ND Reunion. Dick and Sue W.
Jeanne Cardamone
January 13, 2015
Dear Kathy & Family,I did not know Bob as much as I know Kathy,but i did get to meet Bob over the years with my friendship with Kathy, He was a kind gentle soul and we got along just fine just like with Kathy she is a kind gentle soul too.My thoughts and prayer are with all of you in this very hard time in your lives.I pray for you everyday.I am sorry for your loss.
My heart is so sad for you and your Family.....
January 12, 2015
Ry, Darren, and Mrs. Picciano,
Very nice service today, everything was beautiful, it was a nice tribute to a great man. I just wish I could have witnessed for myself some of those stories I heard about Sunday night.
I will miss Coach very much. Love you guys like Family.
Bell
Lynn Kinsman
January 12, 2015
Bob was an inspiring role model and mentor for me at work for 25 years. He was on the first project I was assigned when I joined Kodak as a 'green bean' after college, and I was the recipient of his cross-training and knowledge when he prepared to retire. In between we had many separate experiences, but I truly have been blessed to know him my whole career. I just wanted people to know that he made a difference in my life.
Rhonda Burdick
January 12, 2015
Bob was a beloved uncle. He will be missed. My condolences to my aunt, cousins and Picciano family.
John & Doreen Maier
January 12, 2015
Kathy & sons,
Learned a bit late of your loss to physically be there to pay our respects. May you know that we keep you in prayer and remember Bob as a fine little league coach and all around fine person.
Tom Warth
January 12, 2015
Dear Kathy & Family:
I was stunned to read the news of Bob's passing today. He was so alive and young at heart. For many years he was a regular helper at the Blessed Sacrament Supper Program. His hard work, charisma, and willingness to serve as president and in every other position where he could assist helped revive the local Notre Dame Alumni Club when it had lapsed into a lull. He carried on all of his good works with a sense of fun and togetherness that was infectious to everyone else involved. A little while back he told me how grateful and excited he was about his children and grandchildren staying in and/or returning to Rochester so that he could enjoy them in his busy "retirement." I will miss him very much. I hope the multitude of memories and recollections of his goodness and joy will help you through these difficult times. God bless you all.
-Tom Warth-
Elena Nirchi Backlund
January 12, 2015
Kathy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was a wonderful person and two made the best couple I've known.Sending love, prayers and hugs. Elena Nirchi Backlund
Joe Byrnes
January 12, 2015
I want to give my sincere sympathy to all your family. I knew Bob a little bit from working with him at Kodak, but much better recently on our bowling team. I regret that I will not get to share laughs and beers with him, as he was clearly a kind, intelligent man, passionate about life and one whose priorities in life were in correct order.
Cosimo & Nancy Alfarano
January 11, 2015
Bob Sr. & family,
With sympathy in the loss of your son. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Barb and Gary Troy
January 11, 2015
Kathy: This was a shock to receive this sad news. Bob was a great friend. May all the joy he brought to life be remembered by all.
John and Kathy Starring
January 11, 2015
Kathy and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So thankful that I got to spend some time with Bob at the Roma Golf tournament a year ago. God bless.
Jim Ifflander
January 11, 2015
Kathy and Family
My heartfelt condolences. Bob's love of Notre Dame was exceeded only by his love of his family. RIP in friend. I'll remember you often as I watch ND games
Pat Dyer
January 11, 2015
Dear Kathy and family,
Bob was a wonderful guy and I will always have fond memories of the times we all spent together. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Pat
John & Rosemary DiIorio
January 11, 2015
Kathy,Darren,Ryan,Bob and the Picciano Family. We send our thoughts and prayers to all of you and we know that no words will take away the hurt,loss and sorrow you all feel right now. He was a great husband,father,son,brother and friend to many who knew him. We will miss seeing him on his home visits. Know that he is at peace and was welcomed by his mom and in-laws, he will be in your hearts forever and you have great memories of days gone by. May eternal rest grant unto him O' Lord and perpetual light shine upon him, he is in our prayers.
Robin Spencer-Foote
January 10, 2015
Dear Kathy and your family,
All my memories of Bob are of a caring, gentle man, a friend to everyone all the way back to JFS when I first met him. Kathy, you two shared a great love that will never end. Sending prayers.
Claudette Guarnieri Drankoski
January 10, 2015
Kathy, I was shocked to hear of Bob's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. He was one of the nicest guys in our UE class. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
JOE TESORI
January 10, 2015
Toellar the Picciano family...growing up a neighbor from Zimmer Ave,and playing baseball in his driveway,basketball in the cellar,football in the street,I shall always remember bob and all the family...a kind and generous group ...thank you for sharing bob jr with all of us...God Bless....joe tesori
Vinh and Toan Nguyen
January 10, 2015
Kathy,
We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I had the privilege to work and befriend him while working together at Kodak in 1980. He helped organized and you two were in our wedding thirty some years ago.
All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rest in peace Bob.
Ramona O'Shea
January 10, 2015
Dear Kathy & Family,
I'm so sorry about Bob's passing. May the thought and prays get you through this difficult time. He was too young for this to happen to him. May God bless you and your whole family.
Ramona Decker O'Shea and family
Diane Lawrence
January 10, 2015
Dear Kathy,Darren,and Ryan,
Bob was such a great guy! The ultimate ND fan! Ken and I met you and Bob because of our children.Our daughter,Allison,married your son,Darren.But we were so much more than in laws!We are wonderful friends and family. We shared so many good times with our grandchildren;went to ND games together;trips to Arizona;and had many laughs at Buttonwood!So much fun! I will always cherish our many memories!Sending my love to all of you.
January 10, 2015
Dear Kathy and Family: We are very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I worked with Bob for many years at Kodak. Our thoughts and preyers are with you and the family during this difficult time.
Hank and Marcia Dahlman
Tom Sbarra
January 10, 2015
Kathy,while i have not seen either you or Bob for years I will always remember his easy going kind nature. Very sorry for loss.
Rob Zarcone
January 10, 2015
Although our paths have not crossed for quite some time I'll always remember him with fondness.
Pegg & Larry Macko and Family
January 10, 2015
Dear Kathy and Family: We are very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was a great guy and we will always remember him for his smile and fun personality. We will be praying for you during this difficult time. God Bless You All!
January 10, 2015
We love you, Bob, Kathy, Darren, Ryan and Picciano Family. Bob will be in our hearts always. We'll see that smile again someday in the big game watch in the sky. ND always wins in Heaven! Love, the Buccellato Family: Kevin, Aimee, Owen, Nate, and Peter Kevin
Caroline Testani
January 10, 2015
Kathy & Family...Pat my BEST FRIEND, Dad Picciano and all the boys and the whole FAMILY...My heart is TRULY broken for all of you...My prayers are with you all. I have to say Bob was one of a kind, truly an AMAZING man & FRIEND...I will hold in my heart all the MEMORIES of the holidays & cook outs we shared and how you all made me a part of the family...my thoughts & Prayers are with you always...I am so sorry.....
Ron n rose Dipietro
January 10, 2015
We are so very sorry for the loss of your son. Bob u will b in our prayers and thoughts along with his wife and family. God bless all
January 10, 2015
Kathy and family, So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Your friend, June Forster Manwarren
Jamie Russo
January 10, 2015
My sincerest and deepest sympathy to the whole Picciano family. It is so sad to say goodbye to such a wonderful person. I remember Bob (and Kathy) in school...such caring people. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time! (Jamie Picalia)
Bob Decker
January 10, 2015
My sincere condolences to Bob's family and friends. RIP Bob. You will be missed greatly.
Thelma (Chilson) Main
January 10, 2015
I was sorry to hear of Bob's passing. My deepest sympathy is with your whole family.
January 10, 2015
Dear Kathy and family,
My prayers are with you at this difficult time.
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing.
Darleen Poelman Moscow, PA.
January 10, 2015
Dear Kathy I am very sorry to hear about Bob. I know what a difficult time this is. Know that you are in my prayers. Your friend. Patty Nirchi
Fred Vasconi
January 10, 2015
Bob Picciano was a fine and decent man. It was an honor to have known him. Rest in peace # 22. My sincere condolences to Kathy and family.
Pat Swartout
January 10, 2015
Dear Kathy, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Bob will be missed on earth but Praise God that we will see him again one day. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. Love, Pat
Karen Buckley Mott
January 10, 2015
Sincere condolences to all of the Piccianos. May he rest in peace.
January 10, 2015
Kathy, Bob Sr, Kenny, Joe, John and Patty - my deepest sympathies on Bob's passing - Graduating with Bob from UE and coaching Kenny in little league , the Picciano family from Barnes Ave in Endicott were some of the nicest people I have had the pleasure of knowing while growing up and living here.
Doug Picciano
Endicott, NY
Mayor John Bertoni
January 10, 2015
The Village of Endicott and the Bertoni family share in Bob's passing.To Kathy,their sons,Father Bob sr. our sincere condolences to you all and Bob's old friends and his new Family of Friends in Rochester area.So well liked always in his School days and beyond by all who he came in contact While I cannot be home to extend my personal condolences to the Family and give my strength and support,know my thoughts and prayers go with you all and Bob's love of life and Family.Rest in Peace Tiger.
Ken Nigh
January 10, 2015
Words can't explain what Pitch meant to us growing up and playing sports in Endicott. His friendship was a gift from above that I will be forever thankful to have received. Until we meet again - God bless
gail clifford
January 10, 2015
Kathy and Family,
I want to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gail (jaros) Clifford Charlotte, NC
Richard "Rick" Arvonio
January 10, 2015
Dear Kathy, I am shocked and saddened to hear about Bob's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With my deepest sympathy!
January 10, 2015
Kathy,
So very sorry for your loss.Prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time.
Denise(Diack)Mancini
Cathy (Diehl) Slivka
January 10, 2015
Kathy and Family, Mike and I are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing...you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim Welch
January 10, 2015
Sincere sympathies to the whole Picciano family at this difficult time. I played Legion baseball with Bob many years ago and will remember him fondly.
Jim Welch
Joyce (Miranowski) Majewski
January 10, 2015
Dear Kathy and family,
My deepest heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to all of you. I remember back in our junior high days the adoration and love between Bob and Kathy, and how happy the two of you have been all these years. Your family is a wonderful legacy and all the special memories of Bob will live on. He is a true gentleman who will be missed more than words can say.
Judy Tanzini ( Lacatena)
January 10, 2015
Kathy and family, I am saddened to hear of Bob's passing. I remember him as a kind ,sweet gentleman. My thoughts and prayers for your healing at this most difficult time.
Ken & Janice Smith
January 10, 2015
We are so very sorry to hear of Bob's illness and recent passing. Our most sincere condolences to Kathy , the boys and the rest of the family.
Michael Battaglini
January 9, 2015
My most sincere prayers and feelings of
sorrow to all family and friends. Bob was
a fine human being.
Nadeane cheifla
January 9, 2015
Dear Family, you don't know me, however, I went to school with your Mother Helen,(unkie). She & I were best friends. We went to St Mary's church. I remember when your Mom & Dad began to date, and I remember when Bob Jr was born. I had a baby shower for Unkie at my house in Endicott. I still keep in touch with you Dad, whom I love as a great person. My heart is with you all at this time of sadness. I wish to honor Bob Jr memory with a speedy journey to do whatever God have planned for him,
Love you all
Nadeane Tatich Scheifla
Showing 1 - 55 of 55 results
Make a Donation
in Robert Picciano's name
Memorial Events
for Robert Picciano
Funeral services provided by:
Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home - Rochester2771 Chili Avenue, Rochester, NY 14624
How to support Robert's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Robert Picciano's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
