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Robert Serfass Obituary
05/22/1968 - 07/01/2021
Robert E. Serfass lll (Bobby) 53, of East Stroudsburg entered into eternal rest on Thursday July1, 2021 at Lehigh Valley Pocono.
Born in East Stroudsburg on May 22, 1968 to Robert E. & Donna M. Serfass.
Bobby was retired from West Rock, Delaware Water Gap. He was also a butcher by trade working for Mignosi's Shur Save and also Ehrlich's Market.
He was a die-hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan. He enjoyed fishing and hunting trips with his mom, dad and son most of all. To anyone that knew Bobby they know family was everything.
Surviving him are his wife Heather (Counterman) of Allentown. His son Robert Nathan of East Stroudsburg.
His father Robert E. Serfass of Stroudsburg. His sister Robin Furler of Jim Thorpe. Two nieces Amber & Crystal Furler of Jim Thorpe. His in laws Vicki & Kenneth Vetesy of East Stroudsburg.
Sister in law Makayla Vetesy and brothers in law Nathan and Kenneth Vetesy all of East Stroudsburg. A nephew Nathan Vetesy Jr of East Stroudsburg. Two very special cousins who were more like sisters, Michelle Smith and Jennifer Mezzina both of Stroudsburg.
He's also survived by many aunts, uncles ,and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his beloved mother Donna.
Bobby was a man like no other a gentle giant. He would help anyone he could. We will cherish every moment and memory we shared with him.
A public visitation will be held on Tuesday July 6, 2021 from 6pm-8pm then again on Wednesday July 7, 2021 from 10am -12pm with services immediately following all at the Lanterman & Allen Funeral Home Inc. 27 Washington St. East Stroudsburg PA 18301. Burial will follow at the Prospect Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made either to the funeral home to offset cost or to the National Kidney Foundation.
Lanterman & Allen Funeral Home Inc
27 Washington St. East Stroudsburg
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Mary Ann (Neverkewitz) McCracken
July 9, 2021
So very saddened to see Bobby's passing. May God guide and strengthen his family during their time of grieve. Having known Bobby's parents through my sister (Linda) for many years this is heartbreaking. May he rest peacefully with his Mother, Donna.
Dwayne Cavanaugh ( Harrisburg, Pa )
July 6, 2021
To the Serfass family,
I am very sorry for your loss. I haven't seen Bobby in so many years and will always remember the times we spent together when we were younger. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. May God watch over you always.
Albert & LuAnn
July 4, 2021
Bob, words can't express how sorry we are to learn of your loss. Just want you to know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God hold you in the palm of His hand and greatly comfort you.
Fred and Barb Schwartz
July 4, 2021
Bob and family it is just beyond words, the loss of Bobby, such a great man! We knew him his entire life and he has been taken to soon! I guess Donna needed him!
RIP Bobby we will see you again
Aunt Lynn
July 3, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Robyn
July 2, 2021
Thoughts &Prayers
God Bless
Robert and Ruth ann Counterman
July 2, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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