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He was born on December 26, 1944 in Montclair, NJ. He spent his childhood in Clifton, East Orange and Roseland before moving to High Bridge in 1977.
He was the son of the late Robert J. and Ruth Jean Snyder Bork.
Bob was the husband of Lauren G. Bell Bork, celebrating 51 years of marriage.
He was a graduate of West Essex High School and Oregon Technical Institute.
He was a US Army veteran serving from 1967 to 1970 during the Vietnam War and was awarded a Bronze Star Medal. He then enlisted with the National Guard to continue his service. He served in the National Guard from 1978 – 2004, retiring as a Master Sergeant.
Bob worked for Garfield Gunsmithing for 9 years early on in his career. He then went on to work for the New Jersey State Police for 16 years with their Marine Law Enforcement Bureau. He also worked for 8 years with the New Jersey State Park Police until his retirement. He was currently working as a crossing guard in High Bridge for the past 19 years.
Bob truly lived a life of service, always giving back to his community. Not only with his military service and policework, but he was also a member of the High Bridge Fire Department for over 44 years. He was also actively involved with the Boy Scouts of America organization for over 25 years where he had many memorable trips with his sons biking in various places including High Point State Park. Bob also enjoyed teaching the NJ Mandatory Safe Boating Courses over the years. He was also a Mets fan and a long suffering Jets season ticket holder.
Bob was an avid outdoorsman. He loved being outdoors, hiking, camping, boating, skiing, fishing hunting and shooting.
Survivors in addition to his loving wife include two sons; Jonathan Bork and his wife Stephanie of Henrico, VA and Larry Bork of Eatontown, NJ. Two grandchildren; Acadia and Franklin. One brother; Paul Bork and his wife Toby of Spring Hill, FL. Three nephews and one niece; David, Michael, Christopher and Kimberly.
Calling hours will take place on Saturday, December 28, 2024 from 11am - 3pm with Memorial Service at 3pm. All at Naughright-Scarponi Funeral Home, 66 Main Street, High Bridge, NJ. A repast luncheon will be held following the service at the High Bridge Fire Department, 7 Maryland Avenue, High Bridge, NJ.
Memorials can be made to High Bridge Fire Department, 7 Maryland Avenue, High Bridge, NJ 08829.
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George Waldenmaier
December 27, 2024
I met Bob in 1973 when I began an apprenticeship at Garfield Gunsmithing. He quickly became a mentor and a good friend. We shared countless fun hunting and fishing trips together and many social events with Lauren and various girls that I was dating in those days.
Bob set the model for a life well lived. He was good at everything he set his mind to, he was a loyal and loving family man and impossible not to like. He was probably the kindest person I ever knew.
Linda Breitkopf
December 21, 2024
I meant Mr. Bork at Riley and Jake 's in Clinton many years ago with his lovely wife. We had many conversations about Irvington, my home town. He was full of knowledge about many topics. A kind man. Looking like Santa. He will be missed. My sincere condolences to the family. Linda Breitkopf
Bob Gubitosi
December 6, 2024
Lauren, Jon and Larry,
I am so sorry and saddened
By Bob´s sudden passing.
I pray for our Lord Jesus Christ arms of comfort and peace in each of you and your families during this time.
I was honored to work with Sgt. Bork (Bob) when I became an Officer in 1986 with the Marine Police. I was stationed with Bob at Lake Hopatcong and spend many long days with him on patrol on every lake in Central and Northern NJ ( many times after when I was suppose to be off duty- he had the truck keys)! Bob made me enjoy the job with watching and learning how to do the job correctly and learning how to stay under the radar from our superiors. My Dad Bob "Gubbie" Gubitosi worked with you Lauren and Bob at Annandale Jail and he would tell me what great people you were when I first worked with the State.
I transfer to the State Rangers in 1988 and soon would be able to work with my dear friend and mentor Bob. Always with a jug of ice tea and I learned to love pretzels and mustard too.
In life you rarely have a chance to work and stand in the shadow of honest man who loved his family and enjoyed life that God had blessed him with (with its hardships and joys) as purely and honestly as Bob did.
Lauren, May God bless you and keep you in these days ahead.
Bob Gubitosi Stroudsburg Pa
John Kulesa
December 6, 2024
I had the Pleasure to Serve Under "Bobby's" leadership of the "Northern Tactical Unit" of the NJSP Marine Law Enforcement Division.
He was an "EXTRAORDINARY "
Person, and I Was Blessed to be Partnered with him during
" HIS " deployment of service in the MLEB.
R.I.P. My Blessed Brother !
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Kate Paquette
December 2, 2024
I drove past this lovely human every morning and afternoon for the past 11 years. He was a staple and bright light in my day. I am devastated to learn of this horrible tragedy. It sounds like a lived a beautiful life full of love and service. His honorable presence will be greatly missed. Prayers and space in my heart for the family but especially his wife.
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