Robert G. Sochor

1941 - 2021

Sochor, Robert G. EAST GREENBUSH Robert G. Sochor, 80, passed away peacefully, on October 10, 2021, with his wife and children by his side. He was born on October 2, 1941, the youngest child of 15, born to the late John Francis and Frances Mikus Sochor of Endicott, N.Y. Robert completed his high school degree at St. Francis on Staten Island. He continued his education as a member of the Conventual Franciscans, at both St. Hyacinth College and St. Anthony-on-the-Hudson. He never lost his sense of identity with Francis of Assisi, always a gentle, loving, and caring person-loving animals and Sister Nature. In his own quiet way, Bob followed the words of Francis to "preach the Gospel at all times and when necessary use words." After earning his master's degree in mathematics from The Catholic University, Bob continued his dedication to education: first, as a mathematics teacher at Canevin High School in Pittsburgh, Pa., then as principal at Canevin and as principal at Seton Catholic Central High School in Binghamton. Returning to his love of teaching the young, Bob taught Mathematics at Roselle Catholic High School, and at Middlesex County Community College - both in New Jersey. For a number of interim years, Bob owned and operated Sochor Computer Schools. Bob is survived by his wife and best friend, Mary Ellen (Doyle) Sochor; his two children, Kenneth John (Brooks) and Paula Marie (Mickie Dutcher); his sister Sister Francis Anthony of Syracuse; his brother Gabriel (Donna) Sochor of Sierra Vista, Ariz.; and his brother-in-law Reverend Kenneth J. Doyle. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and their families. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by many of his brothers and sisters including Sister John Joseph Sochor who passed away recently. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Robert's family on Friday, October 15, at Mater Christi Parish, 35 Hurst Ave, Albany from 4 to 7 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be on Saturday, October 16, at Mater Christi Parish at 10:30 a.m. Unvaccinated individuals must wear a mask and practice social distancing.Interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Covenant House at covenanthouse.org in Robert's memory. To leave a message for the family please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com