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Robert Paliga Obituary
January 18, 1962 - November 27, 2023
Raleigh, North Carolina - Robert "Bob" Scott Paliga passed away on November 27, 2023. Bob moved to Raleigh in 1985 to work at BNR, where he met his future wife, Gailya Gahr. He is survived by Gailya, his daughter, Elise Helen, and his sister, Catherine Lynn Paliga. He is predeceased by his brother, Donald Allen Paliga, and parents, Robert Edwin and Helen Veronica Paliga.
Bob was born in Blue Island, Illinois, on January 18, 1962. He got a BS in EE at Purdue Calumet. Bob was very outgoing and loved bringing friends and strangers together.
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Wayne & Sharon Mills
December 21, 2023
Gailya we just found out about Bob today and are shocked and saddened. I (Wayne) knew him mainly from my time at BNR/Nortel and yes the "candy store", but also bowling. He had a generous spirit and an infectious wit. May his memory be for a blessing.
With love,
Wayne & Sharon Mills
Bob Vargo
December 1, 2023
Bob was a likable and easy-going co-worker but more importantly a friend. We worked together at BNR, Nortel, and Sensus. We knew we could always go to each other with a testing problem we might be having. Bob was good at listening and was always willing to add his thoughts. We both had a sweet tooth, and we would both share with others our treats. He had the candy drawer, and I had my M&M dispenser. When I retired, Bob inherited my M&M dispenser. He was a good man and will be missed. Condolences to Gailya, Elise, and Catherine.
Tina Ley
December 1, 2023
I knew Bob from BNR/Nortel. He was always happy and smiling with a funny bit of sarcasm. I am praying for you and Elise during this time. He will be missed.
Jeff Johnson
November 30, 2023
You will be missed, Bob.... So many fond memories at Nortel.
Mike Mitchell
November 30, 2023
Bob was a wonderful person, always laughing and joking and a nice smile on his face as he spoke to people, was a real pleasure to be around and to work with at BNR. I am so sorry for your loss Gailya, you and he both are/were very nice people and had a lovely influence on the people you worked and shared life with. God Bless You and Family.
Teresa Jennings
November 30, 2023
Gailya and Elise, I´m so sorry for your loss. I have such wonderful memories working with Bob at BNR and Nortel Networks and our years of bowling together. I feel we were more like siblings with our competitiveness and spirited bantering. I´ll treasure those memories greatly. He will definitely be missed.
Rick and Judy Cummings
November 30, 2023
Rick and I knew you and Bob from BNR/Nortel. Our heart goes out to you and your family. We send our deepest condolences and are sending prayers for you and your family.
Lori Bunton
November 30, 2023
My dear Gailya, my heart aches for you and your daughter and those who knew and loved Bob, at his loss. As someone who lost a husband two years ago, I truly feel your pain. I am here if you need to talk or vent, unfortunately, I will not be able to attend the service this evening, but I will try and zoom stream it as long as I can. am committed to attending Fractured in Cary to help register & help Tara. Sending much love.
James Copp
November 29, 2023
Bob, was great to work with over the years in BNR. He will be missed.
James Kantor
November 29, 2023
Dear Gailya and Elise, sorry for your lose and may you remember the good times you had together.
Nancy Cook
November 29, 2023
I remember Bob as a very loving husband and father who never met a stranger. He will be missed.
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