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Robert C. Plata Sr.

1934 - 2016

Robert C. Plata Sr. obituary, 1934-2016, Northampton, PA

BORN

1934

DIED

2016

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Reichel Funeral Home - Northampton

326 East 21st St

Northampton, Pennsylvania

Robert Plata Obituary

Robert C. Plata, Sr., 82, of Coplay passed away Friday, September 16, 2016 at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township surrounded by his loving family. Born July 4, 1934 in Cementon, he was the son of the late Michael and Anna (Biss) Plata. Robert and his wife Virginia R. (Geosits) Plata celebrated 56 years of marriage on April 23rd. Robert retired from Balford Farms in Allentown and previously worked for Woods Catering and A&B Meats. Robert's faith was important to him serving as a 3rd Degree Knights of Columbus member and also past President of the St. Lawrence the Martyr Holy Name Society in North Catasauqua. He is a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Whitehall. He honorably served his country during the Korean Conflict. Robert enjoyed watching sports and he was an avid bowler. Survivors: wife, Virginia R.; daughters, Hilda, wife of Carl Seier of Coplay, Laura, wife of David Skarwecki of Mechanicsville, MD and Mary Kelly, wife of Martin Cohick of Schnecksville; son, Robert Plata, Jr. and his wife Kathleen of York; 12 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; sisters, Ruthann, wife of Roland Grieshammer, AnnMarie, wife of Thomas Pavlinsky, Mary Helen Plata and Monica Plata; many cousins, nieces and nephews. Robert was predeceased by brothers, Edward, Michael and David and a sister, Virginia E. Plata. Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, September 22nd at 11:00 a.m. in Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 4102 S. Church St., Whitehall, PA 18052. Family and friends may call Thursday 9 - 10:30 a.m. in the Reichel Funeral Home, 326 E. 21st St., Northampton. Burial will follow in St. Peter's Cemetery, Whitehall. Online condolences may be submitted to www.reichelfuneralhome.com. Contributions: memorials may be presented to the church in loving memory of Robert.

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Published by Morning Call on Sep. 19, 2016.

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Lisa Repsher/Piller

September 27, 2016

Mary Kelly and family, So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Memories last a lifetime and I am sure you have many to share with each other to keep him in your hearts forever.

Keith Jackowski

September 25, 2016

To the Plata Family,
My sincerest condolences go out to you at this difficult time. Our loved ones are always in our hearts and we will never truly lose them. They will always be watching over us and guiding us through life.

John Steckel

September 24, 2016

To the Plata Family:

My sincerest condolences to you all. Memories of Bob Sr. and all of you from my childhood years put endless smiles on my face. Hold with you forever what a great leader he was to your family and an inspiration to friends and others in the community.

Sincerely,
John Steckel

Maryanne Pohl

September 22, 2016

Dear Virginia & Family,

Please accept my deepest sympathy on losing your dear husband/father/grandfather. Wishing you love from family & friends and cherished memories to carry you through this sad time. Remembering Bob and all of you in prayer daily.

Love,
Maryanne Huber Pohl

Janice Snyder

September 22, 2016

Plata Family sorry to hear about Bob's passing. As you share, talk and remember may you truly find that the one you loved somuch is still living in your hearts. Love Nin Snyder

September 20, 2016

Rob, Laura, and Hilda I am so sorry to hear of your loss and will hold you all in my prayers. Our loved ones are always in our hearts. God bless.
Lori James Schweizer

Tim & Gina Berner

September 20, 2016

Dear Bob & Famiy,
Sorry for the loss of your Father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
God Bless You and Your Family.

Albert Check

September 20, 2016

To Bob And The Family, Upon Hearing Of The Loss Of Your Father,I Was Shocked! I Never Really Knew Your Dad,But What I Knew Of Him,He Was A God Fearing Person,And A Veteran Of The Korean Conflict Just Like My Dad Was. My Deepest Condolences To You,Bob, Laura And Hilda And The Rest Of Your Family. He Is In Heaven Now Along With My Parents, May They All Rest In Peace!
A Rest So Well Deserved... But So Premature.
God Speed And God Bless You All.

September 19, 2016

My deepest sympathies to the entire Plata family...may you find peace knowing he will always be watching over all of you from above and smiling down on all of you... God bless always

~ Diane Peters (Strein)

September 19, 2016

To the Plata Family,

Please accept our deepest condolences.

Mick and Cristin Firestone

Corinne Reily

September 19, 2016

Dear Ginny & Girls,

So sorry to hear about Bob. You had a beautiful life together. You are all in my prayers. God bless.

Corinne

Angie Litta Marina

September 19, 2016

Dear Mrs. Plata, Hilda, Laura, Bob and MaryKelly, I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Plata's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God's strength see you through as well as the knowledge that he is in a better place and looking after all of his wonderful family from above. God Bless!

Laurie McCall

September 19, 2016

Dear Rob and Family,

So sorry to learn about your Dad's passing. It's a difficult time and I hope you can take comfort in your many memories.
God Bless,
Laurie (Reed) McCall and Family

September 19, 2016

Monica and Family,
We would like to express out heartfelt condolences on the passing of your brother.
We think of you often and hope you are doing well. Please remember the good times you shared. Know that our family has you in our thoughts and prayers. Love, David and Brenda Dailey and families. Kathy Weiss and Family.

Scott Nace

September 19, 2016

My sincere condolences on your loss.

Glen Longenhagen

September 19, 2016

Dear Bob and family....My sincere condolences to you all on the passing of your father. I hope you find some peace through this difficult time. God bless

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