1943
Robert
2022
Robert W. Zdenek
October 27, 1943 — February 7, 2022
Robert “Bob” W. Zdenek, 78, passed away on Monday, February 7, 2022, at his home after a long and courageous battle with leukemia. He was born in Long Island, New York on October 27, 1943, a son of Henry and Edith Zdenek. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Sonny Zdenek, Lee Zdenek; a sister, Joan Bass and his first wife, Betty.
He is survived by his loving wife, of 32 years, Joyce Wheeler Zdenek, a sister, Lynn Gueci (Pat), and brother, Jan Zdenek (Barbara); his children, Robert Zdenek, Jr., Lauren Morrisette, Angela Mangels (Bill) and step-daughter, Cindy Ware (Ed); his grandchildren, who affectionally called him “Pop Pop”, Tim, Nicole, Savanna, Cheryl, Kristie, Kyle; step-granddaughter, Amber (Joseph) and great-granddaughter, Madison. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Chuck Wheeler (Donna), sisters-in-law, Barbara Bauer (Glenn), Becki Robertson (Jimmy), and Patricia DeSimone (John), as well as many beloved nieces and nephews.
Bob enjoyed traveling with Joyce and was co-owner and operator of Bob and Joyce’s Bus Service until he retired. Bob loved adventure especially scuba diving, skiing and riding his “Gold Wing”. He was a member of Thaxton Baptist Church. The family would like to thank everyone for their support and prayers during his illness.
A special thank you to Dr. Joshua Morales, Elizabeth Pruette, NP, and Bedford Centra Hospice for their care and compassion.
A graveside service will be held at a later date in Long Island, NY.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, is assisting the family. To send online condolences please visit obituaries.tharpfuneralhome.com.
He is survived by his loving wife, of 32 years, Joyce Wheeler Zdenek, a sister, Lynn Gueci (Pat), and brother, Jan Zdenek (Barbara); his children, Robert Zdenek, Jr., Lauren Morrisette, Angela Mangels (Bill) and step-daughter, Cindy Ware (Ed); his grandchildren, who affectionally called him “Pop Pop”, Tim, Nicole, Savanna, Cheryl, Kristie, Kyle; step-granddaughter, Amber (Joseph) and great-granddaughter, Madison. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Chuck Wheeler (Donna), sisters-in-law, Barbara Bauer (Glenn), Becki Robertson (Jimmy), and Patricia DeSimone (John), as well as many beloved nieces and nephews.
Bob enjoyed traveling with Joyce and was co-owner and operator of Bob and Joyce’s Bus Service until he retired. Bob loved adventure especially scuba diving, skiing and riding his “Gold Wing”. He was a member of Thaxton Baptist Church. The family would like to thank everyone for their support and prayers during his illness.
A special thank you to Dr. Joshua Morales, Elizabeth Pruette, NP, and Bedford Centra Hospice for their care and compassion.
A graveside service will be held at a later date in Long Island, NY.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, is assisting the family. To send online condolences please visit obituaries.tharpfuneralhome.com.
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Robert W. Zdenek, please visit our flower store.
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