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Robert J. Kardys

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Robert J. Kardys obituary, 1942-2019, Windsor, CT

BORN

1942

DIED

2019

Robert Kardys Obituary

Robert J. Kardys, 76, of Windsor passed away peacefully Sunday, February 17, 2019 surrounded by his family following a courageous battle with multiple myeloma (cancer). Born on November 25, 1942 in Hartford, son of the late Edwin and Antoinette (Sinacore) Kardys, Bob was raised in Hartford , graduating from A I Prince Technical School, before moving to Windsor 30 years ago. He was employed by Colt's Patent Firearms before joining the US Marine Corps where he served during the Vietnam War. After his return from military service he joined the Hartford Police Department where he rose to the rank of Detective retiring after 24 years. He was then appointed a Juvenile Investigator for the State Of CT Division Of Criminal Justice for 23 years until finally retiring in 2013. He was a past President of the Police Benevolent Association. Bob loved boating and spending time on his 35' Main Ship, "Bobby K". He also loved snowmobiling up in Vermont with his friends "the Enfield crew". He was an avid scuba diver and a member of the Gillman Club since 1965. Bob was a past Commodore of the Hartford Yacht Club and a member of the Pattaconk Yacht Club. He leaves his two beloved sons, Steven R. Kardys and his wife Krista of Colchester and David J. Kardys and his wife Anne Marie of Ellington; five grandchildren Ashley E.(Kardys) Dabbondanza, Kylie A. Kardys, Steven R. Kardys, Jr., Hannah M. Kardys, and Scott M. Kardys; his beloved companion for 34 years Sharyn McIntosh and her son Brett J. Renna; and several cousins. Besides his parents he was predeceased by a brother Kenneth and a sister Elaine. At his request, private services will be held for his family. Contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. The family would like to extend their heartfelt appreciation to St. Francis Hospital Hospice staff for their exceptional care. The Carmon Windsor Funeral Home is caring for the arrangements. For condolences please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com

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Published by Hartford Courant on Feb. 21, 2019.

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Richard Omiecinski

June 24, 2020

Bob,
You and I worked together for several years.We had some good times under difficult circumstances. You were a good and decent person.I am truly sorry that you left us too soon.
You did a lot of good while on this earth and I am proud to have known you and your family.May you rest in peace and may God watch over your family.

Jerry Martin

February 28, 2019

RIP my friend. I graduated the HPD class with Bob, great guy and a great sense of humor, you'll be missed and remembered.

Nancy Biercz-Durkin

February 24, 2019

So sorry for your loss. Had a lot of fun with Bob in our younger days,he was a great friend and cousin

Ed Pichette

February 24, 2019

Use to work with Bobby in the tool room at
Royal Typewriter back in the 60's Great guy,
fun to be with. Sorry to read of his passing

February 21, 2019

My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there is a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.

Joseph Dwyer

February 21, 2019

My condolences to the Kardys families.Bob was a good guy.Fair winds and following seas.

Ted & Pat Beckman

February 21, 2019

Heartfelt condolences to all of Bobby K's family on his passing - Steven & Krista, David & Anne, and his beautiful grandchildren, and to Sharyn (his constant soulmate) and her son, Brett. Bobby was our friend and a friend to many, and a very special human being. We pray that he may now rest in peace with our Loving God.

Serge Khuzkian

February 21, 2019

My deepest sympathies to the Kardys Family. God Bless

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