Robert John Vangor

Robert John Vangor

Mahopac - Robert John Vangor (Bob) passed away at his home on August 26, 2020 at the age of 90 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Yonkers, NY to John and Mary Vangor who predeceased him along with his brother William and his sisters Rose Kontur (John), Veronica Mutmansky (Pete) and Margaret Quinn (Albert).

He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Rochelle, daughter Karen Ann, son Brian (Cathy), granddaughter Jennifer Hatch (Travis), sister-in-law Rhoda Rosenthal (her late husband Fred), many loving and devoted nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews, and the Collins family.

He attended Holy Trinity Catholic School in Yonkers where he was a member of the Fife & Drum Corps. He graduated from Saunders Trade and Technical High School in 1947. He enlisted in the US Army and proudly served in Germany from 1947 to 1950 as a signal radio and intercept operator. He was honorably discharged as a private first class. He was proud to go on the Mission 14 Honor Flight to Washington, DC in 2016 with his son.

By trade, Bob was a master tool and die maker. He built a large homemade telescope that was featured in Sky & Telescope Magazine. He also built and flew radio-controlled airplanes in addition to crafting uniquely styled, home-made slot cars. Bob enjoyed reading science fiction, watching classic movies and the New York Yankees. He was an avid bowler, tennis and table tennis player. He was known to frequent Atlantic City and the Connecticut casinos.

A memorial will be held at a future date. Memorial donations may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, New York City - Southern New York Chapter, 733 Third Avenue, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10017.