Robert is survived by his wonderful wife of 61 years Elisabeth; his only sister Edith McGee; his sons Michael (Liz), Steven (Brenda; his daughter Diane (Rich); his grandchildren Cortney (Robert), Kristi, Andrew, Brett and Rebecca as well as his nephews John and Jim McGee.
He graduated from Fordham University in 1956 and was immediately drafted into the Army. Robert spent 1956-1958 On the Danube River in Germany helping guard the Czech border at the height of the Cold War. He served his country honorably and received a Gold Conduct Medal, yet our government does not consider him a veteran.
After the Army, Robert earned an M.A. from Columbian University and became a teacher; spending most of his 35 years as a 7th and 8th grade Math teacher. He later received his 2nd M.A. from William Paterson University.
Robert was a world-class trivia champ, having won prize contests, games and money. He was a member of MENSA, INTERTEL and had an IQ of 180; and because of this, he was not allowed to participate on “Jeopardy”, being officially turned down numerous times.
He loved playing cards and enjoyed teaching all card games to his children and grandchildren. He thoroughly enjoyed travelling with Ellie all over the world and especially loved the Alpine countries, where his fluency in German helped.
He will be missed by his family. Memorial contributions can be made in Robert’s name to the St. Labre Indian School @ Stlabre.org/ways-to-give/. “By supporting St. Labre, you will have a lasting impact on the Native American boys and girls who are depending on us for the 1st class education that will lift them out of poverty.”
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