Robert Bianco

MILLERTON — Robert Bianco, 78, died peacefully at Columbia Memorial Hospital with his family by his side, on May 28, 2010.  He was the husband of Marion Bianco.

Bob was born on Dec. 11, 1931, at Saint Catherine’s Hospital in Brooklyn, N.Y. He began working at the age of 10, doing odd jobs. For 35 years, he worked for Air Techniques in Hicksville, N.Y., and worked his way up to the position of plant manager.

After he retired in 1996, he relocated permanently to his weekend home with his wife, Marion. He began volunteering at Sharon  Health Care, and for the past 12 years he volunteered at the Webutuck Central School District, where he taught second graders reading, writing and woodworking skills.

Bob’s thirst for knowledge and love of books inspired his tireless efforts to give back to his community by helping children who struggled.

In addition to his wife of 50 years, he is survived by his daughter, Lisa Fredsall, and her husband Ryan of Norfolk; and his grandson, Nicholas Carlin.

Bob was predeceased by his father, Nicholas, and his brother, Joseph.

Arrangements are under the care of the Valentine Funeral Home in Millerton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the Millerton Volunteer Ambulance, Century Boulevard or the Northeast-Millerton Library, Main Street, both at Millerton, NY 12546.