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Shutts, Robert Bruce
Henrietta: Passed away peacefully Jan. 28, 2010, at Strong Memorial Hospital. He was born Sept. 25, 1929, in Elmira, NY, to Genevieve and J. Bruce Shutts, who predeceased him, as well as sister, Barbara Collins, brothers, James L. and Richard A. Shutts. He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Joyce Shutts; his children: Laura Gilbert (Richard), Leslie Shutts, Mark Bailey, Stephen Young (Beverly), and Dean Young (Cyndi), sister Gladys Cumming (Joseph), sisters-in-law Marlene Shutts, Barbara Bukowski (Robert), and brother-in-law, Robert A. Collins. He was the proud Grandpa & Papa of Francis Bailey, Megan & Daryl Croft, Shane Young, & Jack & Harry Young, & many nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends. He retired as a NYS Tax Agent in 1992. His family was his greatest love followed by his passion for reading, sports, camping, refinishing furniture & music. He sang in Church Choir(s), several musicals, The Elmira Chorus and with bands.
A memorial service will be conducted Wed., Feb. 3, at 4 PM at the Henrietta Wesleyan Church, 70 Thompson Road, Rochester, NY, with Rev. Matthew Stewart officiating. Interment was at Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, NY, following his service there on Feb. 2. The family will provide flowers; memorial donations may be made to The Henrietta Volunteer Ambulance Association, 280 Calkins Rd., Rochester, NY, Henrietta Wesleyan Church, or Steele Memorial Library, Church St., Elmira, NY.
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Memories and Condolences
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Martin Ademovic
February 7, 2010
Joyce, Thank you for your response to my message. Please accept my personal condolences. A little bit about me, and a few more memories. We lived on second street in Elmira across from Bob. My family rented an apartment in the dumpy house that was was really for poor people, and we were poor. We came to the US in 1952 as Displaced Persons from Germany and second street was our first home. I celebrated my 65 birthday today with my family, and we reminised a little about second street. Well, since second street, I graduated from EFA, then from the
U of Rochester with an engineering degree. I have been an engineer at Bausch and Lomb, Director of Technology for Coopervision for 15 years and a medical engineer. I retired this year, got bored and now I teach special education for middle schools kids. I have two sons, also college grads and two beautiful grandchildren. Since reading other peoples comments and memories, I remember the "get the flag" game and I remember a huge (to me anyway)snow fort and snow ball fights. These were new things to me and I remember them vividly, along with a big tree on our street from Hurricane Helen. But, I still remember Bob. Always full of energy and a great smile. So in a small way, but very important to me, Bob was a small, but important piece of America in my heart. I believe with today's world, God needed a man like Bob up there with him....he will continue his good work.
Fred Taber
February 5, 2010
Joyce-I am very glad I got to see you and Bob at the family reunion in 2008. It had been a long time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fred and Dorothy Taber
Susan Kesys
February 4, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Faisal & Aisha Munir
February 4, 2010
Joyce - Our deepest condolences on the passing away of Bob. You and your family are in our prayers.
Ann Selevicius (nee Murphy)
February 2, 2010
Joyce - You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan Norton-Wellington
February 1, 2010
I worked with Bob at NYS Dept of Tax and Finance. The office was never quite the same after he retired - he was a joy to know and my life is blessed in knowing him. My condolences to his family. We now have a great singer and wonderful man to watch over us.
CIndy and Jim Ashley
February 1, 2010
Joyce, You are in our thoughts and prayers and as always are here if you need us.
Linda Jamalkowski (nee Carlson)
February 1, 2010
Joyce - My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Terry Williams
February 1, 2010
Bob was my very good friend. For that I am thankful. I will miss him and his good humor. We had many good times together in Elmira,Corning and Henrietta. He made two tapes for my wife Muriel and me to enjoy of his singing gospel hymns and popular songs. His wonderful singing voice is still with us. In Job 1:21 we read,"The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away;blessed be the name of the Lord." Amen.
Martin Ademovic
February 1, 2010
I remember Bob when I was a kid in Elmira in the 50's. I recall a horse chestnut tree in their back yard once and we had a horse chestnut fight that was a lot of fun. Bob really got into it and I remember him all covered with Iodine on his scratches. To this day (55+ years ago)I remember him as a really nice person and his warm manner to me. He will be missed.
Cynthia and Luke Weigle
January 31, 2010
Uncle Robert was always a steadfast, great presence at every family function. He came to my wedding in NH, and sang 'Blue Moon" which my husband Luke and I remember as being a highlight of the day. I remember listening to him sing Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash songs on summer nights from my bedroom window, as he was staying at Grandmas house. I always enjoyed listening to him sing. I know his family was utmost to him, and his 4th of July parties were always a fun event. I will miss you Uncle Robert, rest in peace.
Betsy Cumming-Bills
January 31, 2010
To my Aunt Joyce, Laura & Les and family: I will always remember My Uncle Robert taking me with my cousins, Laura & Les to play pool,to eat M&M hotdogs (the best in the world); to the Capitol Theatre (Disney movies) on Saturdays; hiking and playing Capture the Flag for hours on end on West Hill. Those were some of the fondest Saturdays and Sundays of my entire lifetime. My Uncle had an amazing voice, too, just like his sister, my Mom. He loved to sing "The Old Gray Mare" among tons of Johnny Cash etc. I think his favorite was "Blue Moon" which he sang at most family weddings. I'll surely miss my Uncle Robert. -Your niece, -Betsy-
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