SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY - Robert J. Dishaw, formerly of St. Lawrence County, passed away Monday, November 14, 2011, at Saratoga Hospital. He was 77.
Robert (Bob) was born in 1934 in Norfolk, NY, the son of the late Lyle and Evelyn (LaComb) Dishaw. He married Lucille Hart at Sacred Heart Church, Massena, NY, on August 21, 1965, with Lucille's brother, Rev. Rolland Hart officiating.
In addition to his parents Robert is predeceased by two brothers, Paul and Charles (Helen) and sister, Marie (Tyler) Dishaw Bouyea.
Robert served in the U.S. Army from 1957-1959 as a teletype operator. Before his retirement in 1995, he worked at both SUNY Potsdam and Clarkson University as a brick-mason. He demonstrated his skill and commitment to his profession when he designed and was granted a patent for a brick and block toother masonry tool. He was a self-taught bass player and shared his joy of music for many years in various bands, most notably the Stardusters.
Robert is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Lucille; daughters, Janet (Timothy) Zukas of Burnt Hills, NY, Marjorie (Edward) Fournier of Greenfield Center, NY, and Patricia (Timothy) Johnson of Greensburg, PA; seven grandchildren , Amy, Timothy and Jessica (Zukas), Evan and Olivia (Fournier) and Morgan and Katelyn (Johnson); brother, Leo (Patricia); sister-in-law, Dora Dishaw; and several nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends may call from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday, November 19, 2011, at Our Lady's Chapel, St. Clement's Church, 231 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow in the chapel.
Burial will be in the family plot at noon Monday, November 21, 2011, at St. Patrick's Cemetery, Colton, NY.
Contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice.
Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, (518) 584-5373.
Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.
