QUEENSBURY- Robert N. “Bob” Stockwell, Jr., 63, passed away on Friday, March 16, 2018, at Glens Falls Hospital, with his loving wife, Karen and his nephew, Jacob by his side, following a life long battle with diabetes and its complications.
Born on January 1, 1955, in Glens Falls, he was the son of Esther (Bardin) Stockwell of Hudson Falls and the late Robert N. Stockwell, Sr.
On August 3, 1975, he married Karen Hodge in Queensbury.
He was employed in this area by many paint and hardware stores. He was well known for his unique ability to match paint.
Bob adored his two dachshunds, Yukie and Ellie, and taking vacations in Maine to see the ocean and the beach. He enjoyed swimming in his pool and hosting many barbeques at his home, where he would be surrounded by family. He loved the outdoors and chatting with family and friends.
Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Karen of Queensbury; his son, Robert N. Stockwell, III and his wife, Kazumi of Japan; his granddaughter, Yukino of Japan; his mother, Esther (Bardin) Stockwell of Hudson Falls; his two brothers, Donald H. Stockwell and his wife, Nancy of Hudson Falls and their son, Adam and daughter, Michelle, Mark Stockwell and his wife, Colleen of Hudson Falls and their son, Mark S. Stockwell, Jr. and daughter, Mary Ellen Stockwell; his sister-in-law, Patricia Etu and her husband, Bob of Queensbury; his nephew, John F. Gibson, Jr. and his wife, Sherry and son, Jacob of Fort Edward; his nephew, William J. Gibson of Florida; his niece, Lori E. Powers of Granville and her son, Nicholas and daughter, Emily.
Bob’s family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Joseph Mihindu, who helped Bob through his many medical battles. A thank you to his sister-in-law, Pat Etu and her husband, Bob, for the many times they sat with Bob, giving him much needed comfort. Thank you to Kristine Hart, who was very helpful to Bob and Karen. Finally, a special thanks to the nurses and staff on Tower 3 at Glens Falls Hospital, for their selfless care to Bob and his family.
There are no services scheduled.
Bob’s family requests that donations be made in his name to the West Glens Falls Emergency Squad, 86 Luzerne Road, Queensbury, NY 12804.Arrangements are under the direction of the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839
Karen-
Our condolences to you in Bob’s passing. We will always remember his great smile and upbeat personality when he worked with us at the paint store. We considered Bob a friend as well as an honest and faithful employee.
Mary and Rich Gordon
My Heart goes out to you all!!! I have none Bob for many years and always will remember him for his kindness and true sincerity. His matching skills in paint will also by remembered. May your Hearts and and memories be filled with all the fond and happy moments that Bob shared with all of us by just being himself. ( A Great Man)
sending my condolences to the Stockwell family
We are so sorry to hear Bobs passing. He was a really great guy and
always was always happy to help you in any way he could. We send our love Aunt Ester, Don and Mark and to all of the Stockwell familys
Dear Karen our sympathy to you and the family in the passing of Bob.
May he rest in peace.
Jim & Carolyn Gerrard
So sorry for your loss Aunt Karen and Bobby.
I hope the many great memories you have will help get you through the this tough time.
May he rest in Peace.
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We will miss you Bob, the pool cookouts the trips to Maine with you and Karen . The many breakfasts and birthday parties along with spending Xmas and Thanksgiving together. Really enjoyed your company. Thanks for your help in matching paint for our house and helping to paint it,. You are a true friend ! RIP brother in law !
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. I hope you have time to reflect on the good memories of Bob as a son, husband, father and brother. He didn’t beat the battle on earth but he is healthy and in no pain now.
In Sympathy,
Natalie Williams
Karen,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. You two made a wonderful couple and I pray that your memories will be everlasting to keep you smiling for the days ahead.
Blessing and prayers,
Leesa Knoblauch Stiller