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Robert Degnan Obituary

Degnan, Robert E. Sr. WATERFORD Robert E. Degnan Sr., 86, formerly of Roberts Road, passed away Sunday, May 18, 2014 at Samaritan Hospital with his loving sons and family around him to be with his beautiful daughter, Franny. Born in Troy he was the son of the late John T. and Erma West Degnan. He was a 1945 graduate of Catholic Central High School. Bob retired from the engineering department at Bendix Corp in 1986 after 36 years of service. He was a veteran of the US Navy and served at the end of World War II. Bob also was a well-known and longtime basketball official in the Capital District. Bob has been and will continue to be devoted to his beautiful wife of 63 years, Helen F. Deegan Degnan and his loving children, Joseph M. Degnan (Kathy) of Troy and Robert E. Degnan Jr. (Kathy) of Mechanicville and the late Frances Ann Degnan. He is the brother of Sister Frances Patricia Degnan CSJ of Latham, John Degnan (Marge) of Troy the late Francis and Richard Degnan and Rosemary Fandl. Bob is the proud grandfather of Patrick, Bryan, Katie, Todd and Brad Degnan and great-grandfather of Joey, Jane, Mikey and Kelly. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral services will be Thursday at 9 a.m. from the Philip J.Brendese Funeral Home, 133 Broad St. (Rte. 32), Waterford and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Water-ford. Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Waterford. Relatives and friends may visit at the funeral home Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. Those who wish may make contributions to the American Cancer Society in care of the funeral home office. To express your sympathy or share a treasured memory, visit Brendesefuneralhome.com

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Published by Albany Times Union on May 19, 2014.

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Jack Bonesteel

May 29, 2014

Sincere condolences to Joe, Bob, Jr. and their families.  Bob, Sr. will always be remembered as a good man who contributed to the betterment of the communities in which he lived and as one who showed appreciation to those who did the same.  May he rest in peace.

Joe Dowd

May 22, 2014

Joe, Kathy and Bob, So sorry to hear about your dad. My condolences to your entire families. I'll always remember him as the one who got my dad into the CCHS HOF! Many Blessings.

Dodie & Jack Byrne

May 22, 2014

Our sincere condolences go out to the Family of Bob at this difficult time our thoughts and prayers are with you all

lynn blair

May 22, 2014

to the Degnan family sorry to hear of your loss.Your dad was a great man if I was having a bad day he would give me a kind word and encouragement and his great smile and made my day better.He made the last couple years of my nursing career eaiser at vrm on a3.Thank youfor letting me a part of his life give Helen a kiss for me.

Suzanne (Suzie) Boudreau ( Kenney)

May 22, 2014

My heart is so sad for all left behind. The comfort is knowing that "Uncle Bob" is with his beloved Franny. I am and will always feel blessed in having such a wonderful man in our lives. So sorry...

Jim Boudreau

May 22, 2014

Joe and Bob my thoughts are with you on the loss of your father. Your lives have been influenced by the deeds and actions of a good man. My condolences to all your families.

Jack Flint

May 21, 2014

Joe and Kathy,

Sorry to hear about you loss. Your dad was a very special,wonderful man and we have many great memories of him.

Jack and Sheila Flint

Cindy H

May 21, 2014

To all the Degnans, you all know how I and our entire family feel about Bob, Helen the entire Degnan family. How lucky we were to spend our summer vacations out to Crooked Lake, enjoying the smell of freshly burnt toast, getting wood having a pioneer breakfast, all while learning what friendship, and love was all about. So so lucky to have had him and the whole family part of our lives. Gonna miss the old Bear, I am sure he is brushing up on his Japanese right about now.

Kathy Denvir McKiernan

May 21, 2014

Helen, Joe, Bob, and families,I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have so many nice memories of your family, especially Franny. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Nancy (Cicchinelli) Friess

May 21, 2014

Dear Joe Miek and kathy. I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing, but happy to know that he will once again be with Frannie. I will never forget her. May God be with you all.

May 21, 2014

Dear Mrs. Degnan, Joe, Bobby, and your Families,

We would like to express our deepest sympathy on the passing of Mr. Degnan. He is warmly remembered by so many young aspiring athletes who grew up in Waterford. We regarded Mr. Degnan as a man of character and integrity who encouraged, influenced, and led by example. I was fortunate to be the beneficiary of his influence.

I am honored that he was the Master of Ceremonies at my last Siena home game at the Washington Avenue Armory.

May he rest in peace.
Fred and Chris Shear
Saratoga Springs, New York

Donna Schrader Mullahey

May 21, 2014

Joe, Bob and family - I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Nancy OConnor

May 20, 2014

Helen, Joe, Bobby and family,
So very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was like a father to me and I'll never forget all the love I felt from everyone in the family. I feel like I lost a parent all over again. We had such a wonderful bond and he will live on in my heart forever. I feel so very fortunate to have him in my life. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love, Nancy

Timothy Coonrad

May 20, 2014

To all the Degnan family, I wish to send my deepest sympathy. Bear was someone I always looked up to & he will be missed by everyone. My prayers are with you all.

Sincerely,

Timothy J. Coonrad

George Marble

May 20, 2014

Bob:
So sorry to hear about your Dad. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Kelly Lanzillo

May 19, 2014

Dear Degnans
I'm so sorry to hear about your lose you will all be in my thought and prayers

Jim Kelly

May 19, 2014

Joe, Bob and family,

So sorry to hear of "The Bear's" passing. He will be remembered fondly. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.

The O'Neils

May 19, 2014

What a wonderful Man!! Thinking of you all during this most difficult time. We'll surely miss him.... Love to all...

Jay Coonrad

May 19, 2014

Helen,Joe,Bob and family, so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was a wonderful guy and a class act. I have so many great memories of him, I miss the many laughs we had with Uncle Charley. I had tears in my eyes but they soon turned laughter. May he rest in peace, with Love! Jay

Romeo Naples

May 19, 2014

I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. He was a good man. My prayers are with the family.

Karen Beattie-Claus

May 19, 2014

Much love to each and every one of you. I have such fond memories of "Mr. Degnan" as well as the entire Degnan family and extend my sincere sympathies.

May 19, 2014

Degnan Family - our dear family friends, such wonderful memories of which Bob was in the center of it all...sad to keep losing the greatest generation...it will be some reunion at the pearly gates with Franny. Thoughts and prayers and our love always. Tris and Jeff Forts

Sara Juedes

May 19, 2014

To the Degnan Family,

Very saddened to hear of Mr. Degnan's passing. He was the best neighbor you could ask for and will always hold a very special place in my heart. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

MICHAEL MARRO

May 19, 2014

JOE,BOBBY AND FAMILYS I AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR DADS PASSING.I SEND YOU ALL OUR HEARTFELT CONDOLONCES.YOU ALL ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.

Beth Macey

May 19, 2014

Joe and Kathy and family, we are so sorry for your loss. What a great man he was. May God take him in his arms and lead him through the gates of heaven. Beth, Jerry, Jason and Bobby Macey

Phil and Barbara Parella

May 19, 2014

Joe, Kathy and Family,
We're so sorry for your loss. What a great person and gentleman he was. Please know you're all in our thoughts and prayers.

Amy Lanoue

May 19, 2014

Dear Joe , Kathy and family ,
We are so sorry for you loss . Bob was a wonderful man and will be missed by many . Our thoughts and prayers are with you all .

May 19, 2014

My sincere condolences to the family and friends. " May the God of all comfort bring you peace" during this very difficult time" 2 Cor 1:3; JF

Sandy Roberts "VRM"

May 19, 2014

Dear Degnan family,

Bob was a very nice, and caring man, he will be missed....May God be with you all in your time of need...

Sharon Gavin-Paterniani

May 19, 2014

Bob, Kathy and families; I am so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful legacy he left - his wonderful family. My prayers are with all of you during this sad time.

margie bradley

May 18, 2014

My Dearest Bob-heaven gained a special angel, but I lost someone who loved me unconditionally!! I LOVE YOU!!! Rest in peace!!! One of the greatest gifts my Dad and Mom gave me-making you my Godfather!! margie

margie bradley

May 18, 2014

My Dearest Bob I Love you!!! Thank you for loving me and being a part of my life!!! Rest in Peace "My favorite Godfather!"

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