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LEOMINSTER - Robert "Bob" T. Stillman, 54, of Leominster, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 20, 2012, surrounded by family. He is survived by his three children, James R. Stillman of Sterling, Jonathan G. Stillman of Wilmington, NC and Elizabeth J. Stillman of Sterling; his parents, Paul and Joanne Stillman of Hilton Head Island, SC; and three siblings, Jacqueline Halowack of Norwell, Phillip Stillman of Matthews, NC and Deborah Stillman of Westport, CT; and several nieces and nephews.
Bob was born on August 25, 1957 in Little Rock, AR and was a graduate of New Berlin Central High School (New Berlin, NY). He attended Hartwick College (Oneonta, NY), where he was an active member of the Alpha Delta Omega Fraternity before graduating in 1979 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science. He later married his college sweetheart, Rebecca (Goff) Stillman and relocated to Massachusetts; where he went on to have a very successful career in the insurance industry.
Bob was a sports enthusiast and an outstanding athlete in basketball, football, and track. He was an avid golf player and Patriots fan, who enjoyed hunting, skiing, snowmobiling, coin collecting and spending time with his three children.
The family would like to thank Leominster Hospital for their loving care and support.
A private funeral service will be held in the Miles-Sterling Funeral and Tribute Center, 100 Worcester Road, Sterling. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery, Sterling. In lieu of flowers, Bob's children respectfully request that donations may be made to the Robert T. Stillman Memorial Fund at Hartwick College, 1 Hartwick Drive, Oneonta, NY 13820.
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Tori Phelps
March 30, 2012
Dear Mr and Mrs Stillman, Becky and your sons. I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing,..it's so hard to believe. Bob was the best man at Marty's and my wedding way back when and always stayed in touch with us, and even stayed in touch with me after Marty passed away. His heart was full of goodness and he never forgot his friends and was always so proud of his sons & family. I'm very sure that he and Marty are back together again and watching over us. You all are in my prayers and Bob will always be in my heart. Tori Phelps
Tom Harruff (Jr)
March 29, 2012
I remember Bob even though our family moved from New Hartford in 1964. I saw him occasionally during the years afterwards when visiting my grandparents in the summertime...at least until the Stillman family also moved away.
My deepest condolences to you.
John Dorrance
March 28, 2012
Bob was a best friend and cousin to me. I still remember when we were young sleeping at Grandmas in the back bed room with Bob and we had our Christmas pajamas/night caps on. We were all in one large bed and Bob heard a noise on the roof. Then snow falling off the roof past the window outside the room. I can still hear Bob's voice when he woke me up saying, "Johnny, Johnny its Santa!!". I woke up and he pointed to the snow falling past the window. He looked at me with a huge smile was on his face and said Merry Christmas.
Magical times......
Jim & Gaile Whitman
March 27, 2012
Dear Stillman Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. We enjoyed seeing him at our 35th class reunion. What a nice guy! God bless you and comfort your hearts.
Nancy & Brian Prentice
March 27, 2012
To Paul & Jo
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Randy Shephard
March 27, 2012
Oh yeah. That smile. Hard to forget it. Remember it well from some wacky adventures with his partners in crime-Marty and Clare. My sincere condolences to all the family members and may the pain subside quickly. Rest assured he'll not be forgotten.Yo Bob say Hi! to Marty when you see him.
Lori Vantran Grace
March 27, 2012
Our sympathies go out to the entire Stillman family at this time of loss. Bob will be missed by all who loved his winning smile.
March 27, 2012
Dear Paul and Joanne: Cannot tell you how sadly we viewed the news of Bobby's death. We remember him as a kid when we rented your little carriage house in New Hartford, lo those many years ago. We hope the pain you must be feeling ends soon. Please give our condolences to his family.
Joe and Evelyn Tierno
Melbourne Beach, Fla.
Karen Wellner
March 25, 2012
My sympathy and thoughts to Bob's family. I am very sorry to hear of his passing.
Lisa Prince
March 24, 2012
Jackie, my thought and prayers are with you and your family. Lisa
Patricia Perry
March 24, 2012
We are deeply saddened to hear of Bob's passing. Fondly remember being with your family for various occasions and especially travelling to the away HS Basketball games. Gina and Ann Marie always talk about when they would stay at your house in New Berlin when we went to those games and the fun they had. I extend the deepest sympathy to the Stillman Family from the Perry Family. RIP Bob with your terrific smile. You are all in our prayers.
Patricia Perry
Mitchell Sneck
March 24, 2012
Bob always had a great smile that made him a pleasure to be with. A great brother. I'm sorry to hear that he has passed on.
Fran Taranto
March 24, 2012
I am so saddened with Bob's passing. He was such a great friend to me. My sympathies to you Mr. and Mrs. Stillman, Bob's siblings and children. I trust he is at peace now and I am praying for you all.
Dawn White
March 23, 2012
I am so sad to hear of Bob's passing. He had that amazing smile and a golden heart. My heartfelt condolences to his children, his parents and his siblings.
Pat Mahon
March 23, 2012
Sorry to hear of Bob's passing. The smile seems to have never changed from when I knew him at Hartwick College in the late 70's. May he rest in peace,
Mike simpson
March 23, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about Bob. I am sure he will be missed by all that knew him.
Becky Dunshee
March 23, 2012
Sorry for your loss. Remember Bob fondly from High school.
March 23, 2012
The Stillman Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time.
- Debbie (Adams) Williams
Robin & Ron Martin
March 23, 2012
To the Stillman family, we are very sad to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
March 23, 2012
Jo and Paul - My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
April Crandall
March 23, 2012
To the entire Stillman Family
Bob was very special to so many people. His friends from New Berlin are all hurting now just as you are. When Bob swam the boy scout 'Mile Swim", I was in the boat that guided him. He did the breast stroke the whole way and we have been friends ever since. RIP Bob, we all will miss you buddy
Don Benson
March 23, 2012
Jo & Paul, My heart goes out to you during this time. He was as handsome as his Dad and as sweet as his Mom. Condolences to his brother, sisters and his children/family. RIP
Gloria Williams
March 23, 2012
So sorry to hear about Bob, remember when we lived across the street from them. Our thoughts and prayers to the fammily and to Paul & Joanne.
Mike & Joan Allen, New Berlin, NY
Steve French
March 23, 2012
Very sad to hear about Bob's death.I met Bob in winter of 76 when we pledged ADO together. He was a great guy I was always fond of and I will remember his smile, always. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of his family.
Kevin Harrigan
March 23, 2012
Sorry to hear the news about Bob. Condolences to family. Warm spot remains always in my heart and memory. Wick years would not have the same without you. Peace Bro to you and family.
Sean Simpson
March 23, 2012
So sorry for your loss. Bob was a great man. It was a pleasure to have known him and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
March 23, 2012
To the Stillman Family; I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. My prayers of comfort go out to all of you. That wonderful "guess what I'm up to" smile will be missed along with his friendship.
Sheree (Carpenter) Acre, New Berlin, NY
David Evans
March 22, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Kevin Coleman
March 22, 2012
To the Stillman Family. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Bob was a true friend and will be missed.
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