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Robert Spath Obituary
RENSSELAER - Robert W. "Bill" Spath of Rensselaer, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026. Bill was born on December 2, 1927. He was the son of the late William Spath and Sarah (Ruff) Spath; husband of the late Anna (Winchell) Spath; and brother of the late Marie (William) Spath Franke. Bill was a Navy veteran, and served in both World War II and the Korean conflict. He is survived by several nieces and nephews who extend their sincere thanks to the staff of Van Rensselaer Manor for the compassionate care provided to Bill throughout his stay. Funeral will be from the W.J. Lyons Jr. Funeral Home, Inc., 1700 Washington Ave., Rensselaer, Monday, January 12, 2026, at 11 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited to pay their respects prior to the service, beginning at 10a.m. Interment will immediately follow the service in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, East Greenbush. Online condolences may be offered at www.wjlyonsfuneralhome.com
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Jim Shepard
January 16, 2026
Sorry for your loss Bill your Dad was a hero may he RIP
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Marge Senecal
January 8, 2026
The first house we bought was next to Bill and Ann Spath. The familiar sound of ice klinking across the driveway was a sure sign that the manhattans were ready to be enjoyed poolside when Bill got home from work. Wonderful neighbors. Rest peacefully Bill as you are reunited with Ann.
Joe and Diane De Seve
January 8, 2026
Bill was our across the street neighbor. He was a an amazing person and a great friend! Many memories through out those years. We will miss you Bill. Rest peacefully.
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12
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
W.J. Lyons Jr Funeral Home, Inc
1700 Washington Avenue, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Jan
12
Funeral service
11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
W.J. Lyons Jr Funeral Home, Inc
1700 Washington Avenue, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Jan
12
Burial
12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Holy Sepulchre Cemetery
3rd Avenue Extension, Rensselaer, NY
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W.J. Lyons, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc.1700 Washington Ave, Rensselaer, NY 12144
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