Robert 'Bob' Timmons Obituary (1927

Robert (Bobby) Timmons, 87, of Tupper Lake passed away Sunday, January 4th at Mercy Living Center where he had recently resided. Born August 7, 1927 in Tupper Lake, he was the son of James Edward and Rene (Coutu) Timmons. Bobby graduated from Holy Ghost Academy in 1945 and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was employed by the Altamont Milk Company for many years. In 1967 he went on to work at Sunmount DDSO retiring in 1983 after 19 years of service. Bobby enjoyed playing golf with his many friends, in particular Bucky Kentile and his late cousin Daniel Savage. Bobby led a quiet, peaceful life and had a tremendous amount of faith. He enjoyed family gatherings and loved watching golf and baseball on TV as it became more difficult for him to get out and attend such events. Bobby leaves behind many cousins including, Gerald Savage, James Savage, Richard Wilson, Monzie Hutchins and Phylis Spies. Calling hours are scheduled for Tuesday January 6th from 12 noon - 1 pm at St. Alphonsus church. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 1pm. Friends and family are invited to attend a reception at the VFW Club on Park Street in Tupper Lake following the funeral mass. Online condolences may be made at www.stuartfortunekeoughfuneralhome.com.