Robert (Bob) V. Otis

February 12, 2015

At 91 years old Bob lived his life as always with his family and friends by his side. “Uncle Bob” as he became to be known was born on the West side of Syracuse. Bob lived in his home independently until age 89, after which he started a new chapter of his life at the Hearth at Greenpoint in Liverpool, NY. Bob was born in 1923 to a hard working Irish immigrant family. He joined the United States Army in January of 1943. He bravely served his country in the battle of Normandy, landing on the beach three, hours after the initial campaign. Bob was proud of his military service but it affected him greatly, and he rarely spoke of the horrors of the battlefield. After his Honorable Discharge on December 8, 1945, Bob soon after started his service with the United States Postal service. The American Legion Tipp Hill Post #1361 and The Elks Lodge #31 were among the organizations that gave Bob much pleasure. He found many lifelong and loyal friends. Bob was predeceased by his parents, Patrick and Francis (Hawley) Otis; brothers John Sr. and Edward; a sister, Mary A. Labulis; and nephew and card partner John Otis Jr. Surviving to remember Uncle Bob are several nieces and nephews, all of which were his favorites. The family would like to thank Tom Otis for his loving care of Uncle Bob for many years, along with Hospice of CNY and the employees of All Metro. Friends may call at 9:00 am, Tuesday, at St. Lucy’s Church, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am. Burial will follow at Assumption Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to St. Lucy’s Church; 432 Gifford Street, Syracuse, NY 13204; or Hospice of CNY; 990 7th North Street, Liverpool, NY 13088.