Contributions to the tribute of Robert Stephen Cardillo

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Hilary Garr Rosenbaum posted a condolence

Saturday, August 1, 2020

To the Cardillo and DeBoer families, I was a classmate of Bob’s in high school. I don’t think we met. I also knew of Jolene. A year ago, I was trying to find affordable lodging for my rising senior son’s graduation from Penn State. Somehow, I found bob and called him. He recognized my name. I think he told me that one of his daughter’s graduated from Penn State. I asked him if he knew anyone who is renting rooms for 2020 graduation at an affordable rate, under $500 per night. Living far from State College, we didn’t visit our son a lot during his four years there. Bob told me that he’d ask around and get back to me. He called me a few days later. No luck on his end. And life went on with no on campus commencement and our reservations were refunded. That kindness has stayed with me. Our lives did not intersect in high school, but many years later, I was able to reach out to him. The only thing we had in common was Brien McMahon high school in norwalk, ct. Now, many years later we connected as adults, my son at his home in Penn State and his, adopted home,I don’t know if that’s the right word, State College.. My condolences to your family. Sincerely, Hilary Garr Rosenbaum

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Craig Stout lit a candle

Saturday, August 1, 2020

I'm so sad and sorry to hear of Bob's passing. It seems like yesterday that I was sitting with Bob at the bar at GiGi's and trying to recruit him back to Drucker Diagnostics. I could tell he was really enjoying what he was doing, being semi-retired, managing his rental properties and being out of the rat race. I knew he wasn't coming back to Drucker, but I had to try. I really enjoyed working with him. I had the great pleasure of working with Bob for many years at Drucker Diagnostics. He was a great engineer, business professional and friend. We worked together every day and traveled to many trade shows, business meetings, and conferences together. Bob had the most uncanny ability to eat a 48 ounce Porterhouse steak, and afterwards, every time, we went for ice cream. We'd all laugh with Bob, amazed that he could eat the whole steak, and then be ready for dessert. We'd plan it out every year, pick the steak house, pick where we'd stop for ice cream on the way back to the hotel, and joke with Bob about fasting for the whole day as he prepared for the big event. Bob would speak proudly about his wife Laurel, his daughters, Stephanie and Amanda that he was so excited for and proud of, and even gripe a little about spending a bloody fortune getting them through college, and his blue Camaro that he was rebuilding piece by piece. He was excited to find a bolt with just the right numbers on it so that it was original. He purchased that car as a teenager, kept it original for 40+ years, and loved working on it. Bob was meticulous in all he did. If he couldn't do it right, he wouldn't do it at all. From all of us at Drucker Diagnostics, you will be deeply missed. From me personally, my friend, I'm sad this was your path, but will think of you and our many fond memories often. You won't be forgotten Bob. Your friend, Craig

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Janis Ryan Solheim posted a condolence

Friday, July 31, 2020

I am so very sorry for all of you. Bob and I graduated together and we were part of a group that often hung out together. I hope this memory will bring a smile. After graduation, we all went to Playland in Rye, New York. We all got on a big circle ride that you stood up in with only a strap across your waist. I was directly opposite Bob. As the ride started to lift and turn, I could see Bob’s knees starting to buckle and his face go green. I thought he’s going to throw up and it’s going to land right in my face! When the ride stopped, he barely made it off and went straight to a side wall and threw up. We often teased him about this. May he Rest In Peace in the presence of Jesus. Janis Ryan Solheim

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Kathy & Bob Apy lit a candle

Thursday, July 30, 2020

Dear Laurel, Amanda, Stephanie and Families, My heart is broken by the passing of Bob. Our deepest sympathy is sent to you and prayers for comfort and blessings from God to help you through this difficult time. He was such a young man and to have to suffer with cancer is so sad and cruel for such a great guy. He was one of the most brilliant "Mr. Know-It-All!" men I have ever known and, as you ladies know, he could figure out anything and build it. I can't believe he's gone! I remember many talks with his Mom & Dad and I'm glad he's up in heaven with them now.......Laurel, I hope you remember me. I worked with Bob (as his Secretary) for many years at Perkin-Elmer. Do you remember when Bob got his MBA and the whole PE crew took all of us out for a dinner celebration? That was a great time and I remember him joking with you about working on his PhD next and you said, "No Way! Now I need some time for myself." Amanda and Stephanie, I only met you a little girls, but I remember you fondly from your Dad's pictures and stories. He was the best boss I ever had!!!! We had a great crew together at the GCPD and sales, service, QC and engineering. I still remember all the smiling faces from 20 years ago with great memories from good and bad times and how we all got through them together. I remember the antique "dream" cars and the blue Camaro, so I picked a blue candle to light. He was ssssoooo excited when he bought the Vette and it was a dream come true! We both loved the great oldies music, especially Mowtown, and would play "name that tune" while he was traveling, so I could give him his phone messages. He usually guessed the song with the first few notes I'd play from my radio. Wow, that was way before voice mail. Since Bob was a year younger than me, I'd joke with him that he should RESPECT me as an elder when he'd give me a hard time, but it was always with good humor! I've thought about you all over the years and I know hearts will eventually heal with beautiful and fun memories remaining. May God bless you and comfort you all. Sincerely, Kathy Apy

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Tom and Sherri Hemmer purchased flowers

Thursday, July 30, 2020

Tom and Sherri Hemmer

purchased the Peaceful White Lilies Basket for the family of Robert Cardillo. Send Flowers

Sincerest condolences for your loss. Bob was a very special man. Sending our love to you all.

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Comcast purchased flowers

Wednesday, July 29, 2020

Comcast

purchased the Blue Caribbean for the family of Robert Cardillo. Send Flowers

With deepest sympathy,

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Andrea Caruso posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 29, 2020

I am so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing! We grew up together in South Norwalk on a great “old” street with hundreds of kids, how it used to be in the early 60’s. We went to school together and graduated from the same high school. Please know that you’ll all be in my thoughts and prayers. He was a great guy from a wonderful & peaceful family! Andrea Caruso, Norwalk CT

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Love, Brad and Dara purchased flowers

Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Love, Brad and Dara

purchased the Loving Lilies and Roses Bouquet and planted a memorial tree for the family of Robert Cardillo. Send Flowers

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob will remain in our hearts forever.

Robert Stephen "Bob" Cardillo

1956 - 2020

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