Linda, I'm so sorry to hear of your husband's passing.  You and "Big Bob" will always hold a special place in my heart.  The way he dropped you off and picked up you up from work every day in your Saturn was a true testament to how much he loved you, and how strong your marriage was.  At that time, even after 30 years, I always admired how much time the two of you enjoyed spending together.  Sending you all my love now, and hoping time helps heal your heart.  -Krissy

Our condolences to Bob's family. Bob interviewed me at St. john Fisher College in Rochester NY my senior year 1965. We had a lifelong friendship during our years at the IRS. Ralph & Barbara Meleo

Linda ~ very sad to learn of Bob's passing. When I started with the Service in 1974, Bob took me under his wing and was always there to help. He was a really good guy. My deepest sympathies.

I know my father Mike O'Leary cherished his lifelong friendship with Bob.  To stay as close as they did, from their Grant Street days until the present … is a testament to how strong a bond they shared.  

My earliest memories of “Uncle Bob” are hearing tales of their neighborhood growing up, skiing, a broken leg at Holiday Valley, and the exotic car he drove at the time.  

I know that all who knew Bob will have the fondest memories of a truly kind man.  All will recall him as the funny, kind, and caring person Bob was.  

Linda and Carrie, please accept our deepest condolences.  May the memories of Bob help you find peace.  Steve and Jill O'Leary

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. 
Beverly Moore (Buffalo Urban League)

What can I say about my Uncle. Rather, where do I start. He was a great man with a heart of gold and the kindest person one would ever meet.  He was wonderful to me and my siblings and I have so many fond memories of him. He was a great Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle and Friend. He will be truly missed.  I love him so very much.  May he RIP.

Linda;
 Sorry I am unable to attend Friday's visitation hours; but I do want to extend my sincerest sympathy.
 Bob was more than just a person you worked with; he was always your friend. He had  a magical way of reducing the most complex situations to a manageable solution. Relish fondly the last time I saw Bob.  It was at the Factory Outlet in Niagara Falls and we had a most enjoyable conversation sharing a trip down memory lane.
  My sincerest sympathy to you and your family.
  Sal Messina

May the peace of the Lord be with you and your family.  Our prayers and thoughts are with you all in your loss of Robert.
Tom and Liz Wood, Wood Funeral Home

Lynn, Carrie, Keven, Mary and Patrick,
I feel so lucky to have known Bob.  He is one of the finest human beings I have ever known.  I know that your happy memories of him will be a comfort to you.  Much love to all of you!

Carrie, Kevin and Family,

     Your father was such a kind-hearted man.  We are so sorry for your loss.  You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

OBITUARY

Robert J. VanValkenburgh

9 October, 1933 – 18 March, 2014

Wood Funeral Home

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