Honeoye: August 7, 2016 at age 72. Predeceased by parents Robert C. Mann Sr. and Lucette BelleIsle Mann, infant daughter Mary, and brother Delwin Anthony Mann. Survived by his wife Cheryl Alger Mann. Sons; Robert “Robb” C. Mann IV of Honeoye, and Aaron W. (Amanda Kellerson) Mann of Naples. Grandchildren; Paytan and Cameran Mann. His beloved therapy dog, Junior. Siblings; Regis (Kenneth) Lembach, Ruth (Terrance) Moore, Peter (Karen) Mann, Thomas (Alice) Mann, J. Christopher Mann, and Sue Mann. Brothers in law; Delevan Alger, Ellis M. (Barbie) Alger, and Richard Alger. Sister in law Pamela (Keith) Castronova and Donna Deats Alger. Several nieces & nephews; Tricia, Tommy, Lara, Aimee, Ian, Connor, Kristen, Samantha, Jason, Corbett, Sadie, Elena, Julia, Chad and Dana.
Bob attended SUNY Geneseo and Rochester Institute of Technology. He had a varied employment career including Eastman Kodak, purchasing agent at Stone Construction and design engineer at Ledco, Inc. He was a US Marine Corp. Veteran, a member of the Richmond Ethics Board, and the Honeoye-Hemlock American Legion Post 1278. Bob was an awesome mechanic (go karts), wood worker, and handyman. He was a reader of books, aficionado of cars and guns. An outdoorsman. A semi-professional dog walker. A sage of Canadice Lake Trail. Bob was smart, funny and loving in his way.
Friends may call Saturday, August 27th from 9-11am at the Kevin W Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., 8624 Main Street, Rte 20A, Honeoye, where services will follow calling at 11am. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to “Bob Mann’s Memorial Bench”, c/o Canandaigua National Bank, PO Box 132, Honeoye, NY, 14471. For further information and to leave a condolence please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Dear Cheryl, Robb and Aaron( and the entire Mann family),
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during such a difficult time in your lives. Bob was such a nice man and his love of family was endless. He was a very proud man. Always remember all the good times you all shared throughout the many years. My mom absolutely loved Bob, she always said that HE was one of her “many” boyfriends lol. May God bless you all today, tomorrow and always. Love and sympathy, Kim Blair
Encountering Bob on the Canadice Trail was always reassuring. He would stop and chat, usually giving helpful advice about trail conditions and possible hazards for our four-legged friends. Over the years we shared so many conversations about the animals and natural world he so loved. He was quite protective of the solo female hikers. On more than one occasion he waited at his vehicle to assure that I returned safely before dark. Even though I will no longer see Bob ambling down the trail with Junior, his spirit will continue to watch over us.
My sincere condolences to Bob’s family.
Cheryl, Tom, all of the Mann family, we will miss Bob so much. Bob & I remember many good times with Bob (Buc). Having worked with him at Stone and LEDCO, I remember how inventive he was. How he would pace when he tried to solve a particular problem. He gave me many a vocabulary lesson! Now he’ll be with Tony whom I also miss very much. He left us too soon! Sorry we couldn’t be with you today and our thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
My condolences to you and your family. My wife, dog and I used to run into Bob frequently at Canadice while engaged in our secondary professions of dog walking. He was truly the sage, explaining all the animal sounds and plant species we would run into. He will be missed.
Bob, a man of honor; a man of faithfulness. Faithful to his work, faithful to friends and faithful to his passions. I always enjoyed our interactions and ‘punny’ banter. He is forever in my book of great retorts, with “I haven’t had so some fun since I had d…” If you knew Bob, you know the last word. Such a good guy, always ! Semper Fi buddy ! My sincere condolences to all his family.
Cheryl..i was so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing; It is hard to believe we are getting older and illness and cancer takes the best of us now. Thinking of you and yours.. Kay Anderson Brown aka Sister Kay Frances
To Cheryl and the Entire Mann Family: Our sincere sympathy to the Mann Family. Bob loved joining the coffee bunch, especially when Bob and Roger would be there. Semper Fi to Bob and God Bless all of you. Shelby and Bob McGlynn
Dear Cheryl,
My deepest sympathy to you and all your family on the loss of your husband,Bob. I am keeping all of you in my prayers
and in my heart at this very difficult time. Always,Mary (from your days at Lauderdale Student Health)
Cheryl,
We are sad to hear of Bob’s passing and have you in our prayers.
May you cherish all the happy memories as you and the boys celebrate his life. May the Lord watch over you and yours.
Love,
Jerilyn and George
Dear Friends,
Our heartfelt gratitude for your comforting kind words.
Mr. Kastner, your comments would make RC feel like his mission was accomplished ??
Sincerely, Bob’s family
Alg I am sad to hear of Bob’s passing. My prayers are with you and your family.
Cheryl,
Paul and I send our heart felt sympathies to you and your family. May your memories bring you comfort, peace and yes, laughter as you walk thru this new season of your life.
Cheryl,
So sorry to hear about your husband’s passing. I did not know Bob but after reading all the comments about him I can tell he was a kind, loving family man. It has only been 10 months since I lost Dave so I can empathize with you and want you to know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God grant you comfort and strength during this difficult time.
Dear Cheryl,
You’ve always been part of my “Highland” memories…which I hold dear to my heart…so many now that the brain cells get older and older.
I’m so sorry for your loss and sadness. May you be comforted by those around you and our Savior, Christ Jesus. God bless you and the boys.
Love, prayers,and healing to you.
Bonnie (“Einnob”)
Cheryl,
My deepest sympathy to you and your sons in the loss of your husband and their father. I have not been a physical presence in the Highland activities over the years but enjoy hearing about the get togethers. May your memories give you solace and bring smiles to your face and heart.
Kris Katsampes Libby
RCM was at the pinnacle of sarcasm and cynicism. Yet he could be kind, gentle and nurturing. His wit was always quick and on target. To say that he was an unique individual would be an understatement. He definitely marched to a different drummer. But what set him further apart was that for the most part he was comfortable with that stance. However, he was prone to frustration when others could not see his perspective.
He had varied and wide interests. He loved to tinker. If I had to cite one flaw, it would be that Bob always sought perfection. This sometimes led to the aforementioned frustration. Excellence is sufficient.
As a fellow curmudgeon, I am honored and thankful that our paths met on our separate life journeys. I will always think fondly of Bob. Rest in peace, my friend. Your work here is done. Thanks for your friendship, honesty and radiant smile.
I was saddened when I read Bob had passed away. I recently returned to the Canadice Trail after a few months off from my daily walking. There have been several moments when I’ve wondered when I would run into Bob and his faithful dog again. Although our greetings were usually brief, as he was usually trying to get his dog away from squirrels and chipmunks in the woods, I always walked away smiling. He was a kind soul and I shall remember Bob when I walk the trail he so seemed to love. You are all in my healing thoughts today and will be in the days to come. To live in hearts that love is not to die……
Jo-Anna and I had the pleasure of remembering Bob as we sat with Ruth and Terry in their Maine cottage last week.
To the entire Mann family, I was so saddened to learn of Bob’s passing. I will always remember his sense of humor, his logical thought process and his interesting perspectives that I came to know when we worked together at Stone. Recently, I would see him at Canadice Lake walking his dog, clearly enjoying his surroundings. I hope you can take comfort in the memories of his life and in knowing so many people will remember him fondly.
So sad to hear of Bob’s passing. I am so thankful to have known him. He was an amazing man and a good friend to all of us.
Cheryl, Robb, Aaron and his whole family are in my thoughts and always in my heart.
My dad has his good friend back by his side. Heaven will never be without laughter and shenanigans again.
So sorry for your loss. He was an awesome man. Heaven has gain another another. Your family are in our hearts and prayers
Cheryl, Robb, Aaron and Family,
My heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Bob was a long time friend, a co-worker at Stone, a fine motor builder/mechanic on our karts at GVKC during the eighties (mine and Phil’s). I remember fondly our numerous racing trips where Bob joined us as our chief mechanic around NYS, Ohio, Pennsylvania. Bob, Phil and I had many a laugh over the years. A proud Marine to the end! Be at peace Bob!
Cheryl,
I want to convey my deepest condolences for the passing of your husband. I ask the Lord to touch and comfort you and your family, provide you support that you need and help you in every way through this process, and beyond.
Much Love to you, Catherine.
Cheryl and the entire Mann family, my deepest sympathies to you all. You have lost a wonderful, funny intelligent man with Bob. I always enjoyed our talks together, he always gave me something to laugh or think about. Soar high Bob and I will remember you with a smile on my face.
We are saddened to hear of the loss of our childhood friend, Bob Mann. Memories are special of the carefree days in Canadice. Our sincere sympathy to Cheryl and family.
To Cheryl & Family – so very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He had quite a sense of humor. Semper Fi from one Marine to another. Always, Mony
Cheryl and family,
Our condolences to you and your family at this time. Mike was telling me that he was in your wedding and talking about the years he knew Bob. Of course he was a fixture at the Avon Go-Kart track especially on Sundays when the young at heart would race. Bob worked on our go kart motors so that the following Sunday myself and my son Shannon could go out and beat the best!You will always be remembered.
Our deepest sympathies to Cheryl, Robb, Aaron and the rest of the Mann family.We enjoyed the many times we spent with Bob and Cheryl during the early days of Stone.We miss those days.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.RIP Bob!
Heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you Cheryl,Robb,Aaron, and all the family. I always enjoyed being in Bob’s company and regret not having had that privilege in quite a while. He lives on in all of you~ with deepest sympathies, Mary Beth White
Cheryl and the Mann family,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.. Wishing you all peace and prayers in the days to come.
Fondly,
The Fitzgerald (Carrier) Family
Cheryl and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great loss. Bob will be sorely missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Bob ~ how sad to loose someone so young. We will remembered him as a basketball player, Little League coach, a Marine, a cousin, an intellect, and humor. Celebrate that he was in your life and he is at peace. Our thoughts, cares and prayers are with those he loved. I have a feeling Roger Barnett was there at the gates ~ reunited, laughing with their coffee, just like old times.
Rest in Peace, my friend. You will be missed and remembered.
My condolences to Bob’s family for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
With sincere sympathy, Mary Jo
I am sad to learn of Bob’s passing. I always thought he would just be here. To say that I will miss him is an understatement. I will miss his humor, sarcasm, intelligence and kind words. I have turned to Bob more than once in my lifetime for advice. It’s hard to fathom that he will no longer be here. I’m proud to have known such a very fine man.