Barrett, Robert J.
Pittsford NY: Died on November 18, 2017 after a brief illness. Predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Kathryn M. Barrett. He is survived by his children, Christopher (Betsy) Barrett, Wendy (Jack) Salerno, and Holly Barrett (Joel Lynaugh); and grandchildren Samantha, Madeleine, Ben, Jacob, Bailey, James, Lucas and Noah.
Bob was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 1937. He earned his MBA from Michigan State University in 1959, and had a long, rewarding career with Mobil Chemical Company. He was most proud of helping to establish the Council for Solid Waste Management Solutions, an industry effort which led to more plastics recycling facilities across the nation. Bob loved spending summers on Martha’s Vineyard, where he mastered his carpentry skills building a tongue and groove barn, and spent many hours kayaking and enjoying sunsets. He was an avid reader, a wonderful caregiver to his wife and children, and a friend to everyone he met.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday January 13, 2018 at The Hahnemann House at The Highlands at Pittsford from 11:30-2:00. Donations in his memory can be made to Cancer Wellness Connections, 7 Brickston Drive, Pittsford, NY 14534.