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Robert Wilson Obituary

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Robert J., 77, of Clifton, NJ formerly of Fair Lawn passed away on Thursday, September 17, 2015. He proudly served with the United States Army. Passionate about sports, Bob was a past president of the North Jersey Junior Basketball League for nearly 50 years and a member of the International Association of Approved Basketball Officials. He was a parishioner of St. Anne's Parish in Fair Lawn and coached their boys' basketball team for 35 years. An avid reader, he enjoyed sports, history, the arts and was a loyal NY Yankees fan. Prior to retiring, he was a self-employed systems analyst.
Beloved husband of Barbara (Allen) Wilson. Loving and devoted father of Susan Milliones and husband Stacy, Scott Wilson, Stacie Poelstra and husband David and Stephanie Dolan and husband Eddie. Cherished grandfather of Ana, Peter, Kirby, Margo, Cameron and Luke. Dear brother of Gwen Gilday, Judy Watson, Jeane Comerford and Penny Sell.
The family will receive relatives and friends Sunday, September 20, 2015, 2-4 and 6-8 PM at Vander Plaat-Caggiano Funeral Home, 13-31 Saddle River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ, 201-797-3500. A funeral mass is planned for Monday, September 21, 2015, 10:30 AM at St. Anne R.C. Church, 15-05 St. Anne Street, Fair Lawn, NJ. Cremation will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Robert to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 230 East Ohio Street, Suite 304, Chicago, IL 60611-3201 would be appreciated. For additional information, please visit
www.vpfairlawn.com

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Published by The Record/Herald News on Sep. 18, 2015.

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September 20, 2015

Dear Barbara and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in each other and in the years you were able to share together.
Doris Lapsley

September 19, 2015

Barbara and family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Bob. He was a great guy and devoted so much time to the boys who played basketball. All his good deeds will never be forgotten. All our prayers and love are for you and your family. Sincerely, Carol and Rich Traverso

Jim & Pat McCann

September 18, 2015

Dearest Barbara and family, We can't truly express our sorrow for the loss of your best friend, terrific father and grandfather. We always saw you all as the "ideal, loving family" and know how fortunate you were to have him as a great friend and super role model. Our love to you all from the McCanns

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