GLENS FALLS --- Robert E. O'Connor, 77, of Glens Falls, joined his late wife, Jean, in heaven on Friday, May 10, 2013 surrounded by his loving family.
Born April 30, 1936 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Robert E. and Lillian (Hyde) O'Connor Sr.
Bob was a 1956 graduate of St. Mary's Academy, where he excelled at basketball, earning the nickname, Boo. Shortly after graduation, he served two years in the United States Army, stationed in Munic, Germany.
Bob delivered for the U. S. Postal Service, retiring in 2002 after many years of dedicated service.
He met the love of his life, Jean DeGraff and they were married June 27, 1964. Together, they raised two sons, Michael and Jeffrey.
As an extremely kind and gentle man, his main focus was his family. He was also an avid New York Giants and Yankees fan.
In addition to his parents, Robert was predeceased by his beloved wife of 43 years, Jean O'Connor, who passed away April 13, 2008, along with several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Survivors include his sons, Michael (Jessica) O'Connor and Jeffrey (Helen) O'Connor, all of Glens Falls; a very special granddaughter, Keira Jean O'Connor, also of Glens Falls; one sister, Carol (Gary) Pluta of Saratoga; two sisters-in-law, Debbie Johnston of Glens Falls, and Sharon Stone of North Carolina; five nephews, Jay Scarincio, Mark and Richard Pluta, and Mark and Ryan Johnston; one niece, Courtney Philbrick; and several cousins.
At his request, there will be no calling hours or funeral.
Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family at Glens Falls Cemetery on Bay St, with Deacon Joe Tyrrell officiating.
Donations may be made, in loving memory of Bob, to ALS Center, 19 Warehouse Row, Albany, NY 12205.
Bob's family would like to thank Dr. Mihindu and his staff for the excellent care, Dr. Roberta Miller and the entire staff at the ALS Center in Albany, and above all, Robert would like to thank his son, Michael and daughter-in-law, Jessica, for the continued care to be able to stay at home for the last three years.
Condolences may be mailed to Maynard D. Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette St., Queensbury, NY 12804, or e-mailed through www.bakerfuneralhome.com.