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Robert Wescott Obituary
Robert J. Wescott, 76, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2014. He was predeceased by his wife, Joyce A. Wescott and his parents, Mary and Robert A. Wescott. He is survived by his children, Susan (Dan) Furch, Deborah (Pat) Palmer, Joseph Wescott, Michael (Robin) Wescott; 10 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren; sisters, Rita (Thomas) Novitsky, Rosemary (Jim) Colgan; brother, Rollin (Anne) Wescott; and many extended family members. Bob was self-employed as a brick mason and tavern owner. He was a longtime member of St. James Church and was also a 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus Fr. Ambrose Dwyer Council and a past Grand Knight. Bob was a role model to many and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. A Funeral Mass will be offered on Friday, May 30, 2014, at 9:30 a.m. at St. James Church, Johnson City. The family will receive friends on Thursday, May 29, 2014, from 3-6 p.m. at J.F. Rice Funeral Home, Inc., 150 Main St., Johnson City. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to a youth sports program in Bob's memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Wescott
Sue
May 22, 2021
Seven years without you doesn't seem possible. Not a day goes by without me reflecting on what you and mom did for me. You were true examples of what unconditional love is. I look up to you every time I have a tough decision and I know you are always right there with me. I miss your words of wisdom. I miss you so much. I love you
Jim & Eunice LeClair
May 22, 2019
Bobby~this should bring a smile to you. Jim says there are too many memories about the farm in Greene and that you were such a fun part of recalling those days. R.I.P. You are missed.
stephen price
June 3, 2014
GOD BLESS WESCOTT FAMILY HE was tough on me but I new he ALWAYS cared how my kid were doing and say good thing about them wondering if I had work and giviing me work when ever he could I my self maybe just me but with me he had a soft tuffness but it always end witha smile I;D have say I loved the MAN P.S BOBBY ONE on top two......
Steve Michalak
June 1, 2014
Sue/Debbie/Joe/Mike,
Your dad was a kind and generous man. He always made us feel welcome at your home during our numerous visits throughout our childhood/teenage years. I'm certain your parents are with God now, both watching over you.
Jill, Tom, Tanner, Carly & Jamie Pastrick
May 30, 2014
Mike, Robin & Family,
We are sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you.
shirley dino okoniewski
May 30, 2014
To Rita, Rosemary and the rest of the Wescott family and friends, my deepest sympathy for your loss. You will always have the wonderful memories, may he rest in peace.
Jim Higgins
May 30, 2014
To Bob's family and friends:
I am sorry to hear of Bob's passing. We were classmates at St. James for 8 years ('44-'51) and in the Boy Scouts at the Blessed Sacrament later. He was easy to like. I recall, in the 4th grade (I think) when he was hit by a car and was subsequently accompanied to school by Red Lakata, a well-known J.C. basketball player, for quite a while.
May he rest in peace and may all his loved ones dwell on the good memories of a fine man.
Jim Higgins
Harvard, MA
Max and Mary Lynn Deus
May 30, 2014
To the Westcott family,
Sorry to hear of the passing of Bob. Please accept our condolences.
Laurie Lance-Akulis
May 29, 2014
Haven't seen Mr. Wescott in years but have fond memories of him and all he did for the JC "Virgina Ave" softball program. Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Barry Blakeslee
May 29, 2014
So sad to hear that Bob had passed on. He was a great friend and customer.
Glenn Miller
May 29, 2014
I was saddened to hear of Bobs passing, He was a good man and a friend from St. James.
He and I and his son worked on a couple of project together. He will be missed,,
May he Rest in Peace
Bob Sebesta
May 29, 2014
Great guy-played football at JCHS in the late 50's with Bob- he will be missed.
Wendy Olson
May 28, 2014
Mike and Robin. So sorry for the loss of your Dad. Thinking of you at this sad time.
May 28, 2014
I am very sorry for your loss, your family has had a couple of hard months this year. He was a very kind man and a good neighbor and he will always be remembered. I used to enjoy seeing him every morning when I dropped Carolyn off for your mother to babysit. Well at least he's with Joyce now, he probably missed her too much.
Vicky Bill
kevin and denise whalen
May 28, 2014
so sorry we could not make it to the viewing but we both had to work. we are very sorry for your loss.
May 28, 2014
Debbie and family. So sorry to hear of your dad's passing so soon after your mom. I have many fond memories of your father coaching . Our thoughts & prayers go out to your entire family.
Lori & John Flynn
Cynthia Melanson
May 28, 2014
I'm so sorry for your family's loss.
Geri Mikulski
May 28, 2014
To Bob's family,
May he rest in peace. He & my dad were great friends. Dad will be there waiting with open arms for Bob.
The family of Wm Mikulski Sr.
Marcia Smith
May 28, 2014
Robin , Mike and family, I am sorry for your loss.
K Bryant
May 28, 2014
I am so very sorry for your loss of Bob. He was a great man & be missed. My best to the family.
Kathleen Foy Kane
May 28, 2014
Deb & Pat and extended family-we were so sorry to hear of your dad's recent passing. Your dad was one of the most giving people that I knew & I don't think he ever yelled at anyone when he coached our softball team! Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time...
Jon Paul Davis
May 28, 2014
Extending deepest sympathy, for you in your loss. And hoping, too, that comfort and peace may come to you.
Sally Hoffman
May 28, 2014
Dear Debbie, Michael, and all the Wescott family: I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was always a very generous and friendly soul. I have fond memories of our golf tournaments together. Our deepest sympathy, Sally and Charlie Hoffman
James & Eunice LeClair
May 28, 2014
So many great memories of Bobby, Johnny and I playing together up at the farm in Greene. We have always enjoyed all of our visits with all of Aunt Mary and Uncle Bob's family. So very family oriented and we are blessed to have been able to attend so many happy times together. Rest in Peace dear Bobby. You are so very loved and will never be forgotten.
Michelle Ireland
May 28, 2014
I am so so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Always keep Bob's memories in your hearts.
Michelle, Wally and Kristina
Kelly Dailey
May 28, 2014
Dear Debbie and the Entire Wescott Family
So Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing Just so soon and after your Mom , May god keep you and bless you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all , The Entire Dailey family
Fr. Tom Ryan
May 28, 2014
To Bob'e Family,
My sincere condolences at the death of your Father. Bob was a true gentleman who was so devoted to family and God. He was very instrumental in the original refurbishment of the Shrine to our Blessed Mother at St. James and very charitable in that effort. May he rest in peace.
nadine and rick o'neil
May 28, 2014
To the Westcott family..so sorry for you loss.We are thinking of you all and keeping you in our prayers.It was always a pleasure talking to your Dad and we will miss him...Nadine and Rick
May 28, 2014
Sorry to see hear of your loss,
Bob was my first boss. It was where I learned about self employment. It opened my eyes to what became the next 40 years of my life. He was a man of few words but what he said was enough.
Bill Rouse
May 28, 2014
This is still so hard to understand. You have touched so many lives. Your legacy will live on in every person you were close to. Rest easy dad until we meet again. I love you
mark kvassay
May 28, 2014
I've known Bob since I was a child when we used to go to the camp in Harpursville. I knew him when Joyce baby sat me as a toddler. I knew him going to school with Sue at St. James. I knew him as an adult as my boss when I worked as a bricky. I knew him at the bars he owned. I looked up to this grizzly bear of a man who was the most gentle easy going person I've ever known. Bob was a great Husband to his wife a great Father to his children, a wonderful Grand Father, and an absolutely fantastic friend. Bob you will be missed dearly by all who knew you. May your soul find peace with the heavenly Father above. Please say hello to my folks when you get there, after u reunite with Joyce of course:)
To all of Bobs family, my deepest condolences. Bob will be watching over all of you and this life really is short so you will reunite with him soon enough. God Bless all of you and thank you Mr Bobby Wescott for being the man you were. I'm proud to say you were a friend.
May 27, 2014
"Every man's death diminishes me....because I am involved in Mankind...
Ask not for whom the Bell tolls --- it tolls for thee." (E.H.)
The bell rang for your dear Father, Mike....my sincere condolences. Joe's mom, Carolyn Pitarra
David Colgan
May 27, 2014
I can't believe you are gone you have done some much for my family u treated us like we were your own kids love and miss u and take care of everyone up there like u did down here
Debbie Puglisi-Clapper
May 27, 2014
My prayers and thoughts goes out to u all.
Mike & Tina Feeney
May 27, 2014
so sorry to hear of your dads passing especially so close to your moms. Hope the knowledge that they are back together again and in his glory can be of some comfort for you all.
May 27, 2014
its so hard to say goodbye to my close friend God bless you and all your family
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