West Henrietta, NY: Robert F. Sanderson passed away unexpectedly on November 25, 2022 at the age of 72. He is predeceased by his parents Paul and Virginia Sanderson. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Julie, as well as his children Shawn (Jessica) Sanderson and Kimberly (Charlan) Mitchell; his four grandchildren, Geremy Barnwell, Nathan and Ella Sanderson, and Joy Mitchell; siblings Mary Cronauer and James Sanderson; and many nieces and nephews.
Bob was born in Jamestown, NY. He worked 33 years for the New York State Department of Labor, retiring as the Rochester Regional Manager at age 55. He was a lifelong member of the Massena, NY Elks Club. Bob was an avid reader, and golf and sports enthusiast.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date for family and friends. Donations may be directed to Foodlink Inc. of Rochester in his memory.
Dear family of Bob, I worked with Bob for many years. I’m so sorry to hear of his passing. He always made me laugh, he will be missed. My sincere sympathy to all of you.
Pam Marshall
Our sincere condolences to his family. Working with and playing golf with Bob was a joy. May eternal peace be unto him.
Dear Julie and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Bob. I have fond memories of double-dating in high school and your visit to Jamestown several years ago.
May you be at peace.
Regards,
Andy
Bob moved to Massena in about the fall of 1970 and he moved in to the same 6 Apartment complex that I was in and it was all young guys. Bob fit right in from the start meeting people and joining the BPOE ELKS and within 2 years he knew half of the Massena area and all the groups he joined. We even got together and flipped some homes back then. He was certainly a fellow it was a pleasure knowing . Sadly life goes on and he will be missed by tons of people. I hope he is a better place now because he deserves it. I wish the very best for his family.