Robert J. Conley

Mr. Robert (Bob) J. Conley, 80, passed away with his loving family by his side on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare. He was born in Utica on January 7, 1936, a son of the late Walter and Lucy (Fiore) Conley. He was educated in local schools and attended T.R. Proctor High School. Bob served in the US Army from 1958 to 1960, stationed in France. He was a Teamster Truck Driver for many years and also drove truck for GAFB following retirement. He operated the snack bar and golf cart concession at Valley View Golf Course. On October 21, 1961, Robert was joined in marriage to Anna Mae Yaghy. They have shared over fifty-four loving years together. Bob was a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was a loyal and strong man who filled up a room with his huge heart and personality. He would bring a smile to his family and friends faces as he re-told stories of his colorful life. He loved with all of his heart and lived life on his own terms. His grandchildren were the apple of his eye and the joy they brought him was immeasurable. Above all his foundation was with his wife, she meant the world to him and in his eyes was forever the beautiful young woman he married. He is survived by his beloved wife, Anna Mae; daughter and son-in-law, Tracy and David Yahnke Sr.; son and daughter-in- law, Steven and Jill Conley; daughter and son-in-law, Rebecca and Frank Tobin; six grandchildren, David Yahnke Jr. and Samantha Yahnke, Alexa and Robert Conley, and Matthew and Caroline Tobin; one sister and one brother-in-law, Patricia and Paul Reile; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, William "Bill" Conley; and two sisters, Kay Arcuri and Lucille Diodati. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial with Military Honors on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish. The family will greet visitors following church services. The family would like to offer their heartfelt thanks to the nursing staff of the Allen Calder Wing at Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare for the loving care shown to their dad during his illness.

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