Robert Clermont Mondesir, age 69, son of Ines and Joseph Mondesir, was born in Verrettes, Haiti, on August 14, 1952. He passed away on January 19, 2022, at the Nyack Hospital, New York. He was a staple figure in many people’s lives and will live on in our hearts for life. Robert completed his education at Lycée Stenio Antenor Firmin located in Port Au Prince. Robert had a passion for politics and diplomacy which led him to work for the Bureau des Contribution from 1976-1980 as an administrative assistant and was also given the responsibility to do inspections. Robert dedicated his life to support his family as promised to his father, Joseph Mondesir. Robert cherished his brothers and sisters. Robert came to the United States in April 1980 with wishes to unite all his family here in the states and he did just that.
Robert was a politics enthusiast and loved football. Robert loved to help, entertain, and encourage others. He loved his friends and always was a good vibe with good food for all. If you were good, he was even better. Mi Casa Su Casa was his sense of being. Robert knew his purpose, which was to be the best husband, father, and brother. He was a hard worker with the goal in mind to take care of his family. He worked in companies like Ford and Holiday Inn until he served the elderly at Robert L. Yeager Health Center for 25+ years as a nurse assistant. He had such a true passion and dedication to helping others that he decided to provide care for the elderly and disabled in his home. He took them in as his own and treated them as family.
Brother Julio met Marie Mondesir in Saint Marc and he knew she was the perfect match for his brother. Robert then introduced himself to Marie. In May 1976 he decided to tie the knot and got married in Port au Prince. They had three children together: Shirley (1984), Robbins (1986), and Lea (1997). Soon enough his grandkids, Adonai (2010) and Zuri (2018), joined the family. He was blessed with a large and loving family. This was all possible because he was a wise husband and parent who often showed his love by always being on our side. He had a sense of humor like no other and you could always lean on his shoulder. In 2015 he took his early retirement and was unfortunately diagnosed with Dementia in 2016. Even though he battled with this illness everyday he was a warrior and reassured that he was going to be ok. His battle came to an end on January 19,2022. His legacy will live on in our hearts.
A visitation for Robert will be held Friday, January 28, 2022 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Wanamaker & Carlough Funeral Home, 177 Route 59, Suffern, New York 10901. A viewing will occur Saturday, January 29, 2022 at 8:00 AM at Evangelical Alliance Church. A funeral service will occur Saturday, January 29, 2022 at 9:00 AM at Evangelical Christian Alliance Church, 9 W Furman Place, Spring Valley, NY 10977. A burial will occur Saturday, January 29, 2022 at Ascension Cemetery, Airmont, NY.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.wanamakercarlough.com for the Mondesir family.
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