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Augstein, Robert C. GREENVILLE Robert C. Augstein, 69, passed away on February 3, 2011. Born in Catskill, N.Y. on March 31, 1941, he was the son of Beatrice (Tryer) and the late Paul C. Augstein. Bob grew up and spent most of his life in Greenville, and was a member of the class of "59" of G.C.S.. He served as an officer and volunteer for the Greenville Volunteer Fire Company for many years. He was a member of the Greenville Rescue Squad; FFA; 4-H; Greene County Holstein Club and Farm Bureau. Bob spent several years driving truck an occupation he enjoyed very much. When he wasn't working, his favorite activities were boating, fishing, camping, and hunting. He is survived by his mother, Beatrice; daughters, Denise Breithaupt (Jeff), Karen Fusco (Mike) and Joanne Augstein-Collins (Sandy); grandchildren Joe, Toni, Danielle, Allison, Sal, Nick and Kiley; brothers, Edward (Sue), James (Elaine), Paul (Marianne), and William; sisters Elaine Chanteloup and Dorothy Coleman; as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, Bob was predeceased by his nephew, C. Paul Augstein. Funeral service will be Tuesday, February 8 at 7 p.m. at the A.J. Cunningham Funeral Home, 4898 SR81, Greenville, N.Y. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 7 p.m. prior to the service. The Greenville Vol. Fire Co. will conduct a service at 6:30 p.m. To remember "Bob" in a special way the family has requested donations to the Greenville Volunteer Fire Company. Light a candle at ajcunninghamfh.com.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Feb. 6, 2011.

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Cindy (Doty) Irving

February 10, 2011

To the Augstein Family,
so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I also remember the cows,the fair and that way of life. Later in life our paths crossed again while he was driving the lime trucks out of the plant..
My deepest sympathy to his family, he will be missed !!

February 9, 2011

Joanne, Sandy, Kiley and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. May the comfort of loving memories with your dad help you during this difficult time.

Mike, Karen and Collin

Sue Alderman

February 8, 2011

Joanne, I'm so sorry to hear about your Dads passing, you and your family will be in my prayers

Elaine Augstein Chanteloup

February 8, 2011

I have a lifetime of memories as Bob’s sister; e.g., him practicing the violin, showing cattle at summer fairs, haying in the summer, he as Dad’s right-hand man on the farm. My adult memories mean the most. Bobby always made time for visits when I traveled back to Greenville. He drove Mom, Dad and Joanne in his camper out to California for Annette’s wedding. I will miss our phone conversations.

Bobby, you’ve joined Dad, Uncle Glen and Paul. Rest in peace; I will see you again some day.

Love, Elaine

Margaret Donohue

February 8, 2011

Dorothy and family: So sorry about your brother. My sympathy to all of you.

February 8, 2011

Dear Augstein Family: Please accept my sympathies on the death of your father; we spent many years working together delivering agricultural lime throughout the rural areas of New York. He will be missed I am sure. Paul Lawson, formerly Ravena, NY, now of Englewood, FL.

Robbyn Burger

February 8, 2011

Dear Denise and family, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I remember having fond memories of your dad when we were growing up. You are all in my prayers at this difficult time.

pumpkin seed

February 7, 2011

my dear spanky i cant believe your gone i will miss u dearly i will always remember all of our good times we had so much fun together and i know i will see u again someday until we meet again rest in peace love always your pumpkin seed

February 7, 2011

Dear Joanne. Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad. You and your Dad will remain in our prayers.
John and Georgene Anderson

Ken Duncan

February 7, 2011

Bob was a classmate and friend from 1st grade. We used to sit together at lunch. His mom always made great lunches. When he brought jello, he would pour in some milk and chop the jello and eat it. Whenever I have jello, sometimes with milk, I remember Bob and the great guy he was. He is missed.

February 7, 2011

Karen and family, I was sad to hear of the loss of your Dad. Please accept our condolences and know that you have the support of your friends and family at this difficult time.
~ The Travison Family

Lisa

February 7, 2011

Karen & family:
Psalm 30:5
Weeping may remain for a night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.

Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.

As you grieve the loss of your father, may these verses bring you some comfort and a gentle reminder that the Lord is with you and your family during this time, and always. You are adored Karen and such an obedient servant of God! He will never leave you or forsake you and you must trust that your father is rejoicing in His presence. You and your loved ones will continue to be lifted up in prayer. God bless you. Lisa (Colonie, NY)

Terri Tuers

February 7, 2011

Dear Karen,
Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear about the death of your dad. I have been praying for you and your family. May the angels carry him to Paradise and may God continue to hold you and your loved ones in the palm of His hand.
Terri Tuers

Janet Nelson

February 7, 2011

We remember all the good times at the fairs, in 4-H and square dancing. Our love, prayers and sympathy are with all of you at this difficult time.
Janet & Erik Nelson and dad, Ralph Hull

Kay Rose (Johnson)

February 7, 2011

My sincerest condolences go out to the entire Augstein family. I have not lived in Greenville for many years but my roots and my family are still there. So sorry for your loss. My deepest simpathy.

Jerry Adinolfi

February 7, 2011

Bob was a good friend and fellow member of the Greenville Class of 1959. I will always remember his congenial smile and happy disposition. He was very easy to get along with. I only wish I had been able to see him since graduation at our class reunions. God rest his soul in peace.

Carol Adriance

February 6, 2011

I graduated with Bob and knew him since first grade. I was very sorry to hear of his passing. Bob was a great guy, very personable and likeable. My sympathy to his family

Matt Dedie

February 6, 2011

Had many great memories of bob I send my condolences he was always great to me and will be missed

Elaine Belokopitsky

February 6, 2011

Sorry to hear about your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Mark C. Van Sluyters

February 6, 2011

My sympathies to you and your entire family on your loss. So very sorry. You have my thoughts and prayers.

Sharon k

February 6, 2011

I am sending my condolences in the loss of you'r loved one.It was a great pleasure to meet someone like Bob..We had talkes about trucking and it was great talking to someone who loved the trucking bussiness.I also drive truck so we had our talks and he gave me pointers.He will be grealty missed by alot of people.God be with you at this time of loss. Sharon

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