Robert Joseph ""Bob"" Salafia

Robert "Bobby", "Bob", "Grampy" Salafia

Bob Salafia of Moonachie, New Jersey, passed away on April 25, 2024, in Paramus, New Jersey, at the age of 65. He was born on September 23, 1958, in Ridgewood, New Jersey.

Bob grew up in Waldwick, which held a warm place in his heart. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved nature. A lifelong Mets fan, he also had a great love for Rock 'n' Roll. Robert took pride in his carpentry and masonry skills, much like his father, and completed a meticulously built "Montessori Bed" for his grandsons. Described as a generous man with his time and talents, Bob enjoyed spending time with friends and family, and was known for his social and giving nature. He left this world with many years of sobriety. He held his fellows very sacred to him and was know for humbly doing much service for others

In his career, Bob spent many years as a skilled carpenter and mason, showcasing his dedication and craftsmanship.

His hobbies included fly-fishing, following the Mets, Jets, and Rangers, carpentry, gardening, enjoying great music, Italian food, and most importantly, spending time with his loved ones, especially his grandsons who were the light of his life for the past 5 years.

Bob is survived by his daughter, Tracey Roesch, and son-in-law John of Astoria, New York, his twin grandsons Donovan and Rian Roesch, his sisters Dana Lehr, Kathleen Salafia of South Carolina, and Erin Salafia of Fair Lawn NJ, nieces and nephews Kyle and Megyn Ludzki, Brittany Lehr, Danielle and John Betts, his former wife and friend Mary Anne McDermott, and many beloved extended family members. He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Salafia (nee Turner), and father, Joseph Salafia.

A memorial of his life will take place on May 11, 2024, from 1-4pm at Borough Park, 217 Pine St, Waldwick, New Jersey, 07463, Pavilion "A" (Closest to the water). Feel free to come and share your memories and sentiments of Bob.

Bob Salafia will be dearly missed by all who knew him, but his memory will live on through the love and joy he brought to those around him.