Robert E. Lankenau

Robert E. Lankenau

March 12, 1934 - July 18, 2024

QUEENSBURY - Robert "Bob" Lankenau, age 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 18, 2024 surrounded by his family. Born on March 12, 1934 in Manhattan, NY, Bob was the son of the late Robert and Eva Lankenau.

Bob grew up in Freeport, NY. Attended college at Hofstra University thru the ROTC Program where he loved playing Lacrosse and met the love of his life, Gail Anderson. After his time in the Army, Bob and Gail were married on November 20, 1960 and had two sons Karl and Craig Lankenau.

Bob was a long-time teacher at Genet School in East Greenbush, NY where he taught 6th grade. After retirement, Bob and Gail moved to Queensbury, NY where they enjoyed living in Waverly Place and being closer to their camp in Speculator, NY.

Despite losing his wife, Gail, in 2010 and facing the challenges of dementia in his later years, Bob remained a source of inspiration to those around him. His strength, resilience and gentle, giving spirit will be missed by all who knew him.

Survivors Include his two sons; Karl (Nicole) Lankenau and Craig Lankenau. Four Grandchildren; Catrina (Sadaka) Kitonyi, Ashley (Chris) Dearie, Taylor (Chris McGuirk) Lankenau and Cameron Lankenau. Five Great Grandchildren Nevaeh, Savannah, Connor, Ariana and Colton. His sister Peg Hoffman, Brother-in-law Neil (Eleanor) Anderson, Daughter-in-law Kristen Lankenau, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Contributions in memory of our father can be made to The Glen at Hiland Meadows Memory Care Center and sent c/o Samaritan Hospital and The Eddy Foundation, 310 South Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208 or at www.givetosamandtheeddy.org/donate/

or to High Peaks Hospice, 1247 Dix Ave., Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

The family would like to thank all those who helped care for Bob thru his illness. You all made a difference in our lives and dad's life – you are truly amazing souls.

Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours.

For those who wish, on line condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.sbfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Regan Denny Stafford Funeral Home, 53 Quaker Rd., Queensbury.