Robert Girgus

Robert (Bob) Girgus was born in Maspeth, NY to Israel and Catherine (Sansone) Girgus on March 14, 1951. He was the youngest of nine children.

 

Bob attended the local schools in Maspeth. He attended SUNY  Brockport where he received his bachelor’s degree in health education. After teaching college for a period he transitioned to the food service field. 

 

Bob has managed several bars in NYC. He is best know for his work at The Blue Room. American Trash, and most recently The Spotted Dog. Bob definitely had the gift of gab, a quick wit and an amazing sense of humor. He was strong, sensitive and helpful to those in need.

 

His 2 favorite passions were the New York Yankees and talking/watching anything to do with politics. He was ecstatic to see Aaron Judge get his 61st home run. It’s been said Bob’s dining room doubles as a Yankee memorabilia store. 

 

Bob is survived by his loving wife and best friend Janet, his sister Connie Amaturo of Palm Coast. Florida, several nieces and nephews and too many friends to count. 

 

Bob touched many lives while he was with us.  I’m sure he will continue to live in the hearts of all those who were blessed to know him.

 
Services will be private.

 

The family requests that in lieu of flowers a charitable donation be made in Robert's name to Saint Jude Hospital