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Robert Closson Obituary
Little River, SC - Robert W. Closson, 79, died Sunday, April 5, 2015 at his home. Born on July 8, 1935 in Syracuse, NY, he was the son of the late Basil and Jane Tarnow Closson. Mr. Closson served in the U.S. Coast Guard, retired as a Lieutenant from East Fishkill, NY Police Department and IBM in East Fishkill, NY. He was an avid boater on the Hudson River.
Survivors include his children, Robert Closson, Lee Gallowe (Richard), Chrys Fazio (Thomas); sister, Terrie Young (John); sister-in-law, Joan Hamway (Ed); grandchildren, Sean and Eric Closson, Eric and Jake Fazio; Brianna Gallowe and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his wife, Helen Closson and brother, Dave Closson.
Services will be private with the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wounded Warriors Project, 7020 AC Skinner Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32256. A guestbook is available at www.leefhandcrematory.com. Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Closson
Kim Richner Molodec
April 15, 2015
My heart aches for your loss. I know what a special man he was. May you all find peace and comfort from friends and family as you go through this difficult time. We are all praying for you.
Cherry K.
April 15, 2015
My deepest sympathy to Bobby, Chrys, Lee and your families. Bob and Helen were not just great neighbors, but also caring, fun and loving friends. I will keep the laughter with me and remember them both with love. They will be greatly missed but never forgotten!
Chance made us neighbors,
Hearts made us friends.
April 13, 2015
Our deepest sympathies to the Closson family. We were good friends and neighbors of both Bob and Helen. They will be greatly missed.
Carol and Con Solarczyk
Turtle Lane
April 13, 2015
Our sincere sympathy to the Closson family. From the family of John Cocuzza.
Pete Idema
April 12, 2015
Chrys, Tom & family, Stephanie and I are sorry for your loss, Pete & stephanie
Family Gathering
Lee Gallowe
April 11, 2015
Favorite meal.......Breakfast
Lee Gallowe
April 11, 2015
Sis visits with Bob
Lee Gallowe
April 11, 2015
Valerie McDonald
April 11, 2015
Deepest sympathies to you Chrys and Tom as well as to Bobby and Lee. so sorry for your loss
Planning a project with Rich at Lowes
Rich Gallowe
April 11, 2015
Lolly LaManna
April 11, 2015
I knew Bob through his sister Terrie who was my friend when we were kids in Spackenkill school. The whole family from their Mom to the kids were kind, warm and nice people. I extend my sympathies to all. And a thank you to Bob for his Military service.
East Fishkill Honors dad
chrys fazio
April 11, 2015
Party at Turtle Lane
chrys fazio
April 11, 2015
Love ya Man
chrys fazio
April 11, 2015
Fun at the Fazios
chrys fazio
April 11, 2015
One more day at the beach
chrys fazio
April 11, 2015
Bob and Helens Wedding Day
Rich Gallowe
April 11, 2015
Cilling on the Porch
Rich Gallowe
April 11, 2015
Lt Robert Closson
Rich Gallowe
April 11, 2015
Vermont Reunion
Rich Gallowe
April 11, 2015
Cracker Barrel Tradition
Rich Gallowe
April 11, 2015
Eric's Graduation
Rich Gallowe
April 11, 2015
PopPop Bri and Jakie
Rich Gallowe
April 11, 2015
Chrys Police Academy Graduation
Rich Gallowe
April 11, 2015
Museum Tour
Rich Gallowe
April 11, 2015
Beckys wedding
Rich Gallowe
April 11, 2015
Always by my side
Chrys Fazio
April 11, 2015
Ellen, Peter & Tom Sutliff
April 11, 2015
The Sutliff family had a long association with the Closson family, including Jane, Brother Dave (Patty) and Bob and his wife Helen. We, remaining Sutliffs, offer our deepest sympathies on the loss of Bob. We have great memories of all the Clossonz.
Jerry Morano
April 11, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Julie Dotter
April 11, 2015
Bob & Helen Closson...were amazing people...parents...grandparents. Everyone who knew them enjoyed their humor and love of life. Theirs were lives well lived. Thoughts and prayers are with you Clossons, Fazios and Gallowes.
Dominos game....Mom substituted bear for Brianna who couldn't make the trip.
Robert Closson
April 9, 2015
Family Reunion!
Robert Closson
April 9, 2015
3 generations!
Robert Closson
April 9, 2015
Pile on dad!
Robert Closson
April 9, 2015
Anxious to serve!
Robert Closson
April 9, 2015
Giving Lee away.
Robert Closson
April 9, 2015
At home in Little RIver
Robert Closson
April 9, 2015
Boating on the Hudson
Robert Closson
April 9, 2015
Mom and Dad laughing as usual.
Robert Closson
April 9, 2015
Giants Fan to the end.
Robert Closson
April 9, 2015
Lee Gallowe
April 9, 2015
To all of my mom and dad's friends and neighbors, we are forever grateful for the love and friendship you had extended to my parents for 20 years and to us over the past year. We are grateful that they discovered such a fabulous neighborhood to retire into. They had a blast with all of you and we only hope we are as lucky when we retire to find such a great community. May you all be blessed as we were to have such an amazing family and as dad would say, never miss a day to hug each other and tell your family and friends that you love them. With much love & gratitude Rich, Lee & Brianna Gallowe
Wayne Williams - USMC
April 9, 2015
RIP Coast Guardsman !!!!
Wayne Williams
United States Marine Corps
Ann Doherty
April 8, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Bob was a wonderful and sincere person and will be missed.
Rich Badaracco
April 8, 2015
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Bob in the EFPD. He was a great guy and he'll be missed.
Aaron and Linda Barber
April 7, 2015
Bob - You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
SIS (TERRIE) & JOHN YOUNG
April 7, 2015
A sad time for everyone, our sorrows are with you all.
Milo & Butch
April 6, 2015
Sending our deepest sympathy, prayers and hugs! Milo & Butch
Jack & Millie Little
April 6, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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