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Robert Virts Obituary
Robert "Bob" Virts was born on April 6, 1931, in Barnum, Maryland. He was the oldest of nine children born to Stanton and Genevieve Virts. Robert served in the United States Air Force from 1952 to 1956. During his lifetime, he was a barber, fruit farmer, bank manager, Town of Rose Supervisor, Justice of the Peace, and a member of the Rose Masonic Lodge.
He was predeceased by his parents and his brothers, Raymond, Donald, John and Randy.
Robert is survived by his wife, Miriam; four children, Pamela (Scott) Cooper, Barry (Sandy) Virts, Michael (Jill) Virts and Kim (John) Borden; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; three sisters, Wanda Morris, Joann (Roger) Knapp and Janet (Dale) Murphy; brother, Ronald (Barb) Virts; sister-in-law, Shelda Virts and several nieces and nephews.
Family and friends may call Friday (July 20) from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Farnsworth-Keysor Funeral Home, 5025 Main St., North Rose. A memorial service will be held on Saturday (July 21) at 11 a.m. at the Alton Tabernacle Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Rose Ambulance, P.O. Box 63 Rose, NY 14542, in his memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Virts
Phil Frani
July 26, 2012
Miriam,
Joan Bliss just contacted me to advise of Bob"s passing. I am so sorry. Bob was a great mamager and a very good friend. My best for you and the family.
Phil F. Frani, former Manager at Red Creek.
Ric Guthrie
July 21, 2012
Fondest of childhood memories visiting Bob's barber shop. Bob has always been a significant member of the community and will greatly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
David Converse
July 21, 2012
My sympathy to my friends Pam and Barry and also to your mom.. I can't even tell you how many hair cut's Bob gave me.I remember him always spinning me around in the chair and saying I am in ship shape.. My prayers are with you all.
July 20, 2012
My sympathy for you and the family. It is very tough to lose a parent of whom you love very much. I know I lost my mom 2 months ago. The memories you will always cherish. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Candy Converse Currier, Webster
Thomas Jenks
July 20, 2012
My sympathy for you and the family. I remember getting my hair cut each saturday and later doing buisness at the bank.
Ron & Cindy Morse
July 20, 2012
My deepest sympathy for the Virts family, for my friends Barry and Sandy. You are in our prayers.
July 18, 2012
When people look for role models, tbey should look at the life of Bob Virts. He was a good husband, devoted father and an outstanding member of the community always looking out for how he could make life better for others. He will be sorely missed.
Jim & Teresa Hurley
July 18, 2012
Sorry about Bob's passing. I Have been wondering about both of you. I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts. Hope to get together again soon. Jean Shirtz
July 18, 2012
July 18 2012 We have lost a very good friend. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Carm & Margaret Pascarella
Linda Quijano
July 18, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He certainly was a "fixture" in Rose and North Rose for so many years. My thoughts are with all of you at this
difficult time. Linda Eygnor Quijano
Tim Rogers
July 18, 2012
Uncle Bob,
As those who have gone on before, you have left us a legacy with big foot prints to fill. I do appreciate all that I have learned from you. Your presence in the North Country, will surely be missed.
Respectfully,
TSR
Bill Colburn & Debbie Suhr-Rothfuss
July 18, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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