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Robert Ameigh Obituary
Elmira - Robert W. Ameigh, Jr. age 63, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at home. He was predeceased by his father, Robert W. Ameigh, Sr.
Rob is survived by his mother, Truus Verbeek Ameigh of Frederick, MD; siblings, Truuke M. Ameigh of Frederick, MD, Michael S. (Michele) Ameigh of Anthem, AZ, Gail K. (Gary) Newman of Myrtle Beach, SC, Mark R. Ameigh of Chesterfield, MA, Matthew P. (Elaine) Ameigh of Athens, PA, Timothy J. (Myra) Ameigh of West Palm Beach, FL, Chris V. (Deette Szymanski) Ameigh of Elmira, NY and Susan L. Ameigh of Frederick, MD; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Rob was born and raised in Elmira and was a graduate of Southside High School, Class of 1973. He went on to graduate from Corning Community College and attended SUNY at Utica. Rob was a lover of nature and music. He enjoyed fishing, reading and discussing politics. He was a loving son and brother who will be dearly missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Catholic Charities, 215 E Church St #100, Elmira, NY 14901
Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY from 1 pm to 2 pm with a funeral service immediately following at 2 pm. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Rob's tribute wall may be signed at www.olthof.com.
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David Ralph
March 19, 2019
I was a legal aid attorney for over four decades, and I served as a volunteer and board member for Catholic Charities of Chemung and Schuyler Counties. I knew Rob from his years of service on the Gateways Community Living Advisory Board and on the Board of Directors of Catholic Charities. Rob often added his personal insights and experiences to aid those bodies in governing Catholic Charities. He was an insightful and obviously very bright contributor to the organization for many years. For several years, Rob lived next door to our offices at legal aid. It was a common experience to run into him on entering and leaving, and he always was engaging. We all will miss him. David Ralph
Rev. Donald Hoff
March 18, 2019
What a rich and memorable person both Robert and likewise his father Bob were. They were predisposed and spirit led to be inquisitive and caring. I can see Robert Jr. sitting on the edge of the pew at Riverside Church where I was pastor. It wasn't in the brilliance of the sermon, but in his readiness to listen and be present to the Word. The hours I spent with him and his father are treasured for the stimulation. Giving thanks to God for the gifts and graces in these souls. Comfort to Truuke and family.
Pastor Don
March 15, 2019
Robert (Bob) was my scout leader in the early 80s troop 70. We met at the Riverside elementary school 1x a week. My brother and I looked forward to our scout meeting because Bob always made the meetings interesting and above all allowed us to be kids. I can't say we ever really earned a merit badge, but looking back I can definitely say that what we learned from Bob was more valuable than a badge. Bob was compassionate about the environment and passed his beliefs on to us as we were the future generation. Above all, Bob's patience was unwavering, even when dealing with the din of several pre-teens he always kept his composure and in his monotone voice corralled the troops.
I will always look fondly of those time with Bob and I am truly saddened by his passing. God Speed my friend.
Erik Daniels Elmira, NY
March 15, 2019
Robert (Bob) was my scout leader in the early 80s troop 70. We met at the Riverside elementary school 1x a week. My brother and I looked forward to our scout meeting because Bob always made the meetings interesting and above all allowed us to be kids. I can't say we ever really earned a merit badge, but looking back I can definitely say that what we learned from Bob was more valuable than a badge. Bob was compassionate about the environment and passed his beliefs on to us as we were the future generation. Above all, Bob's patience was unwavering, even when dealing with the din of several pre-teens he always kept his composure and in his monotone voice corralled the troops.
I will always look fondly of those time with Bob and I am truly saddened by his passing. God Speed my friend.
Erik Daniels, Elmira NY
Phillip Pierce
March 14, 2019
To Aunt Truus and all of my Ameigh cousins - my condolences to you all - I'm hopeful that you can believe that Robbie is in a better place now. Much love to you.
Phil Pierce
Judy Andrus Liebich
March 14, 2019
Mike, Truuke and Gail,
To you and all the rest of the Ameigh family, my condolences to you on the loss of your brother Rob.
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