ROBERT CONROY Obituary
ROBERT P.
On Sunday, March 16, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Mary Louise Joyce Conroy; father of Thomas J. Conroy, Eileen M. Conroy, Mary Lou Conroy (John Sufca) and the late Patricia Ann Conroy; grandfather of Kelly M. Conroy-Hosack (Mike); great- grandfather of Jordan Hosack; brother of the late Michael Conroy and Thomas Conroy, who gave his life in the U.S. Army during WWII. "Bobby" was a retired Sergeant with the Pittsburgh Police Department and a member of FOP Lodge #1, and the Pittsburgh Police Emerald Society. A U.S. Army veteran of World War II, he survived his time as a German POW, earned a Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his service, and was a member of the VFW and American Legion. A proud member of AOH Division 9's "Oakland Irish," Bob served as the 2010 Grand Marshall of Pittsburgh's St. Patrick's Day parade, never missing a parade until Monday. In his retirement, Bob served as a volunteer at St. Regis Church and worked until he was 82 as an usher at the Civic Arena. Friends will be received at JOHN A. FREYVOGEL SONS, INC., 4900 Centre Avenue at Devonshire Street www.freyvogelfuneralhome.comon Tuesday and Wednesday, March 18 and 19, 2014, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Thursday, March 20, 2014, Mass of Christian Burial St. Regis Church 9:30 a.m.
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Patricia McElligott
April 25, 2014
I was sorry to hear that Bobby Conroy died. I included his memories of serving as an officer in the Pittsburgh Police Department and being a long-time resident of Oakland in my book, Irish Pittsburgh. The story is a tribute to his life and now a simple memorial to a good man. May he rest in peace.
Elaine Hatala
March 21, 2014
I was truly blessed to know your father from the POW Clinic at the VA Hospital. He was such a pleasure to talk with and I always looked forward to speaking with him when he came in. He was a true American Hero. May he rest in peace with your mother and sister, Patricia. I picture him greeting all his old friends in heaven. God bless your family for sharing your father with Pittsburgh!
March 20, 2014
Dear Tom, Mary Lou and Eileen,
I am so saddened to find out about your dads death. He was such a nice guy. He would always stop in to see your grandmother Agnes, your aunt Mary and of course Mike. He knew everybody that was Irish in Oakland as well as just about everyone at St Regis. Your sister Patricia and I graduated in 1966 at St Regis. Your dad had all sorts of stories to share with every one. I hope that God can comfort you in this loss. From John Husack
March 19, 2014
MaryLou, Eileen and Tom, we are so very very sorry. Your father was a very special person who was loved by everyone. He always had a smile and a kind word. He will be greatly missed.
Love Norma Talkowski, Judy and Norman
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March 19, 2014
Eileen,Mary Lou and Tommy,
Your Dad was a gem who's smile and welcoming manner was so special. I am so sorry for your loss. Take care of yourselves.
Love, Cass
March 19, 2014
To the family of Bob Conroy,
Please accept our sincere sympathy on the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
The Fagnelli family from Oakland
Carol Howard-Mitchell
March 19, 2014
Bob,
You were a great police officer and a good friend to each and every one in the Oakland area. You will be surely missed!
March 19, 2014
Deepest sympathy on your loss. Ed DeMarco & family.
March 19, 2014
Mary Lou and family, I was so saddened to hear about your dad. Working with you both at the Arena ushering for all those years brings back many fond memories. I send you all my heartfelt sympathies and prayers. God Bless, Jim Birkos
MaryAnn Anderson
March 18, 2014
Tom, Eileen, Marylou and family, So sorry to get this news.My prayers
and thoughts are with you.Mary Ann (Talkowski) Anderson
Bob Howe & Janie Howe Gentile
March 18, 2014
Dear Eileen, Tommy and Mary Lou,
Please accept our deepest sympathy at the loss of your dad. He was one of Oakland's nicest guys, always friendly, always said hello and asked about our families. Rest assure he is at peace with God, your mom and Patty. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary Jo Goodrich
March 18, 2014
Dear Mary Lou, Johnny and Family,
With much love, sympathy and friendship on the passing of your dear Daddy.
Lou, your Dad lit up a room when he walked in!
I will never forget how proud and excited he was the year he was Grand Marshal,of the parade! Thank you for sharing such a genuine soul with all of us~ we are all better for knowing him!
May you rest in peace Mr. Conroy with your Patty!
"The Little One"
March 18, 2014
Dear Mary Lou, Eileen, and Family,
I remember the first time I met your Pop down at the restaurant. I was just out of school, 1980. Mr. Conroy introduced himself to me and offered me encouragement as I was just coming into the family business. I never forgot that day or him and always looked forward to talking to him when he would stop in. He truly is one of the last of the great Old Timers. My heart goes out to you.
Jim Mitchell
March 18, 2014
My sweet little irish friend and Johnny,
Words cannot describe the sorrowness I feel for the two of you. Your dad was a very special person Marylou, and I am so sorry not only for the loss of a wonderful father, but such a close friend to the both of you.
I love you,
Gretchen
WILLIAM GARDELL
March 18, 2014
DEAR MARY LOU AND CONROY FAMILY, PLEASE KNOW YOU ALL WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS AT THIS SAD TIME. YOUR DAD WAS THE GREATEST, I REMEMBER HOW MUCH HE MADE ME LAUGH AT THE STEELER/BUFFALO GAME YEARS AGO. I WILL ALWAYS THINK OF HIM. GOD BLESS
BILL AND DORRIE GARDELL
ORLANDO, FL
Jim Ellenbogen
March 18, 2014
EIleen an Family
Please accept my Deepest Sympathy
DENNY SCHACK
March 17, 2014
TOM, EILEEN, MARY LOU,MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS Are WITH YOU AT THIS VERY SAD TIME . BOB WAS A GREAT GUY , AND A TRUE FRIEND TO THE SCHACK FAMILY OVER THE YEARS HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.
Nora Antal
March 17, 2014
Mary Lou and family: Our hearts are breaking right along with yours. We so loved your dad and we will miss seeing him in the office, talking sports with him, hearing his stories from the past. He was such a wonderful man. Ours prayers are with all of you. Please know we are here if you need anything. Love, Nora, Pam, and Brenda.
Edwin,Pearl, Kaizen Rodriguez
March 17, 2014
Marylou, John,Tom and Conroy family
We are so sorry for your loss. For the short time we knew Bob, he has been good to us, unassuming,so much kindness and dignity. He has been so wonderful with our young son Kaizen.We will certainly miss seeing him sitting by the porch relaxing.Marylou,we know your heart is breaking.So sorry...
Michael Falce
March 17, 2014
Eileen and Mary Lou, So sorry to hear about the passing of your Father. I will always remember & cherish the good times working together at the Arena. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
March 17, 2014
Dear Mary Lou, John and Family:
Words can not express how sadden we are to hear about the loss your father. He was truly a remarkable man and a loving father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love Mark & Diane Skufca
March 17, 2014
Bobby was a great man, and a true friend. He always had a kind word for everyone. What a great sense of humor. I had the pleasure of spending time with Bobby on our trip to Ireland, and I treasure the memories. Bobby was always an honored guest at any family celebration we had. He will truly be missed. He is now with his beloved Mary Louise and Patty. Our deepest condolences to his family, especially Mary Lou who was devoted to her beloved dad. Out thoughts and prayers are with you. Martina and Fred Allison.
Tom and Carol Welch
March 17, 2014
He was a wonderful man who loved his family and friends. The Hibernians will miss his smiles and support. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
March 17, 2014
Mary Lou, John and the Conroy Family
Please accept our sympathy on the passing of Your Father, Grand father. You are in our hearts and prayers.
Dave & Helen Belsterling
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